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The true origin of the boundary fence may never come to light. But if you are building or extending your home, unless you live in a remote area, the variety of fencing, railings and boundary markers available will present you with an initial challenge. See also our Balustrades Section and our Gates Section.
Building a new fence or replacing your existing fence means having a good talk with your neighbours and, if they are in accord, you can share the budget on a replacement fencing option.
If you are building anywhere, you must contact your local council as part of your overall building plan. If you are renovating or extending and your project includes a new fence, you must seek accord from your neighbours as well as the local council.
Before you decide on the style and materials for your fence, there are strict rules concerning entrance and egress for children, especially if you are fencing a swimming pool or spa area. See our Gates section.
SELECTION CHECKLIST
Choosing the right fence for your property will depend on budget and the style of fencing which you and, unless you are in a remote area, your neighbours agree on.
Traditional timber paling fences
Traditional picket fencing
Timber interlap fencing
Standard treated pine and paling fences
Timber retaining walls
Ready built and custom and semi-custom built tubular steel fences, to fit between brickwork or concrete foundations and in-wall concrete and posts
Contemporary, Victorian and Federation wrought iron and tubular steel fences and spikes
Chain link fencing
Farm style fences
Local government approved swimming pool fences
Trellis timber or tubular steel fencing
Post and chain concrete fencing
Safety glass balustrading
TYPES AVAILABLE
Timber closeboard fencing
Powder coated aluminium fencing
PVC fencing
Glass balustrading for pools, spas and balconies
Cable rigging for boat decks
Steel screen style fences with lattice features
Wrought iron and tubular steel security fences
Contemporary and Victorian period tubular steel fences
AVAILABLE MATERIALS AND FINISHES
Artistic tubular steel and wrought iron finishes such as security spears
Loop design tubular steel fences
Picket wrought iron and multi-ring tubular steel fences
Custom built pool fences
Panel style timber fences
Invisible ‘fences’ for outdoors and indoors for pets through commercial dog training programs
Wrought iron lacework
Wrought iron garden or street lamps
Variety of fence posts styled to suit the fence design
Specialised fence repair services. Ask us for details.
OTHER POINTS FOR CONSIDERATION
Remember that good local carpenters, many of whom advertise fencing as their speciality, will provide specialised advice on fence design and construction. Ask us also.
Planning and planning permission must be gained from your local authorities before you install a fence or boundary marker construction.
If you are choosing a wall instead of a fence design to mark your property’s boundary, you must specify a soil test to ensure your land has the right foundations for long serviceability from the materials you choose.
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