Fencing Company Coventry

Professional fencing installation, repair, and supply across Coventry and the surrounding areas.

Why Choose Our Fencing

Landscape Gardeners Coventry has built a trusted reputation for quality fencing work across the West Midlands. Our fencing team carries hands-on experience across domestic gardens, commercial sites, and new-build developments, so we know what each job demands before we start.

We’re fully insured and work to the standards set out by the Arboricultural Association and the British Standards Institution, including BS 1722, which covers fencing specifications for timber, chain link, and steel palisade systems. Every fence we install meets or exceeds those standards.

Our pricing is transparent. You get a written quote before any work begins, and we don’t add hidden charges for groundwork or waste removal. We use pressure-treated timber as standard, not as an upgrade, because we want your fence to last.

We back our installation work with a workmanship guarantee. If a post shifts or a panel fails within the guarantee period due to our installation, we return and fix it at no cost to you. Our team arrives on time, cleans up after the job, and leaves your garden in better shape than we found it. That’s the standard we hold ourselves to on every fencing project.

Signs You Need Fencing

1. Leaning or bowing fence posts Fence posts lean when the concrete footing fails, the timber rots at ground level, or the soil shifts after prolonged wet weather. A post that leans more than a few degrees puts stress on the entire panel run and will eventually bring neighbouring panels down with it. This is a structural failure, not a cosmetic one.

2. Split, warped, or missing panels Lap panels and close board panels take a battering from wind and rain over time. Splits along the grain, warped boards pulling away from the arris rails, or panels missing entirely all compromise your boundary security and your garden’s privacy. Patching individual boards rarely holds long-term when the surrounding timber is already degraded.

3. Persistent rot at the base of posts Timber posts set directly into soil without concrete or post spikes are vulnerable to wet rot and dry rot. If you press a screwdriver into the base of a post and it sinks in easily, the timber has lost its structural integrity. Rot spreads upward through the post and into the arris rails if left untreated.

4. No defined boundary line Properties without a clear fence line face disputes over boundaries, encroachment from neighbouring vegetation, and difficulty keeping pets or children safely within the garden. Installing a new fence establishes a legal boundary marker and removes ambiguity.

5. Outdated or unsightly fencing reducing kerb appeal Old, greyed, or mismatched fencing panels lower the visual standard of your property. If you’re preparing to sell or rent, a new fence installation makes an immediate difference to first impressions and perceived property value.

Our Fencing Process

Step 1 — Site Survey and Consultation We visit your property to assess the boundary line, ground conditions, and any access restrictions. We check for underground services using a cable avoidance tool before any digging begins. We discuss your preferred fence style, height, and material at this stage.

Step 2 — Written Quote We provide a detailed written quote covering materials, labour, post setting, and waste removal. No vague estimates. You know the full cost before we schedule the work.

Step 3 — Ground Preparation Our team excavates post holes to the correct depth — typically 600mm for a 1.8m fence — and removes any existing fence, roots, or debris. We grade the ground along the fence line where needed to ensure a level run.

Step 4 — Post Setting We set each post in fast-setting concrete, check for plumb using a spirit level, and allow adequate curing time before attaching panels. Concrete gravel boards are fitted at ground level where specified to prevent panel rot.

Step 5 — Panel and Rail Installation We fix arris rails, close board feather edge planks, or pre-made panels to the posts according to the agreed design. All fixings are galvanised or stainless steel to prevent rust staining.

Step 6 — Finishing and Clean-Up We apply a timber preservative treatment to all cut ends and exposed timber. We remove all waste, off-cuts, and old fencing from site and leave the area clean.

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Brands We Use

Landscape Gardeners Coventry selects fencing materials from established, reputable manufacturers. Quality materials are the foundation of a fence that performs well and lasts.

• Jacksons Fencing — British-made, pressure-treated timber fencing with a 25-year guarantee
• Grange Fencing — Trusted supplier of lap panels, picket fencing, and garden gates
• Forest Garden — FSC-certified timber panels and trellis systems
• Metpost — Steel post supports and drive-in post spikes for firm, reliable post setting
• Tanalith — Industry-standard timber preservative treatment used on all pressure-treated posts
• Blooma — Decorative fencing panels and garden screening solutions
• Rowlinson — Hardwood and softwood fencing, gates, and trellis products
• Noma — Post and rail fencing systems for rural and semi-rural boundaries
• Betafence — Steel palisade and chain link fencing for commercial and industrial sites
• Arris Rail Clips by Simpson Strong-Tie — Structural timber connectors for secure arris rail fixing

We only use materials that meet British Standards and carry appropriate certification. Safe installation practices are followed on every job, including cable avoidance checks and correct PPE use throughout.

FAQs About Fencing

What types of fencing do you install? We install close board fencing, lap panel fencing, picket fencing, post and rail fencing, trellis, and palisade fencing. We work with timber, steel, and composite materials depending on your requirements.

How long does a fence installation take? A standard residential fence run of 20 to 30 metres typically takes one to two days. Larger commercial projects or jobs requiring significant groundwork take longer. We give you a realistic timeframe in your written quote.

How deep do fence posts need to go? As a general rule, posts go into the ground to one third of their total length. For a 1.8m fence, that means posts set to at least 600mm depth in concrete. Ground conditions affect this — softer or waterlogged ground may require deeper setting.

Can you repair a fence rather than replace it? Yes. If the majority of your fence is structurally sound, we can replace individual posts, arris rails, or panels rather than removing the whole run. We assess the condition of existing timber before recommending repair or full replacement.

Does fencing require planning permission? In most cases, garden fencing up to 2 metres in height does not require planning permission in England. Fencing over 1 metre adjacent to a highway may need consent. We advise you on this during the site survey.

How long does a treated timber fence last? Pressure-treated timber fencing, properly installed with concrete gravel boards and galvanised fixings, typically lasts 15 to 25 years. Products like Jacksons Fencing carry a 25-year manufacturer guarantee on their treated timber.

What causes fence posts to fail? The most common causes are wet rot at ground level, inadequate concrete footing depth, and storm damage. Posts set without concrete or in poorly draining soil fail significantly faster than correctly installed posts.