Fence installation

Want more privacy in your garden or is your fence in need of an upgrade? Having your fence installed is a big job that the gardener will be happy to do for you. So you can enjoy your garden to the full. Request a quote for installing a fence to get in touch with gardeners and see the prices for your project. In this article, read all about the possibilities and how the gardener works.

How much does it cost to have a fence installed?

Fence prices vary between £50 and £250 per metre. This price difference mainly has to do with the material you choose. In addition, a gardener costs on average between £15 and £20 per metre in assembly costs. View all average prices in the overview below.

What are the most commonly used materials for a fence?

Are you curious about the different types of fences installed by landscapers? Each fence has unique properties. The 4 most common types are wood, concrete, composite and stone.

In order to prevent subsidence, the gardener installs a foundation in some cases. Whether this is necessary depends on the subsoil and the weight of your fence. A concrete and stone fence almost always needs a foundation if the ground is loose. With a wooden or composite fence, the gardener often places a small concrete post in the ground that serves as a foundation. You can easily request a quote for fence installation to find out if you need this and how much it will cost.

Wood fence

Most people still have a wooden fence installed, mainly thanks to the wide variety of wood types. An inexpensive wooden fence is usually made of pine. Hardwood is more expensive, but also lasts longer, about 20 to 25 years. A wooden fence gives your garden a classic look. The disadvantage of this fence is that you have to have it cleaned every year.

Concrete fence

The concrete fence is on a fast rise. It is low-maintenance, has a sleek look and will last for years. Because it is solid, it is also soundproof. The disadvantage of having a concrete fence installed is that it needs a solid foundation. As a result, the gardener will take longer to install this fence.

Composite fence

This plastic fence is available in all kinds of shapes and sizes. Composite is a plastic that is reinforced with fibres. This makes these fences last as long as 50 to 100 years. It is comparable to wood in terms of price and also maintenance-free. It is even possible to have this plastic fence installed in wood colour. However, the composite boards may have a slightly different colour.

Stone fence

For a luxury option, choose a stone fence. When having this garden fence installed, the gardener fills baskets with a natural stone of your choice. Think types like basalt, ornamental gravel or quarry stone. It is the most expensive option, but gives a natural look to your garden.

Why is it better to have a fence installed?

It may be tempting to install your fence yourself. In the short term, installing a fence yourself is cheaper, but skilled work pays off quickly in the long run. After all, a landscaper knows exactly what materials to use and has all the necessary tools on hand. Ask for a fence installation quote if you are curious about how much it will cost.

Look below for the advantages of having your fence installed.

Horticulturists are experienced

A gardener knows when a foundation is properly hardened and how to level a fence precisely. Also, a he knows which material is suitable for your garden. A gardener therefore delivers a fence that fits your garden perfectly.

Horticulturists work efficiently

With a gardener, the fence is quickly installed. The most decisive factors for this are the length of the fence, whether the gardener has to remove the old fence and whether he pours a foundation. On average, a wooden or composite fence is installed in a day. For a concrete or stone fence, this depends on the curing time of the concrete. Depending on the weather, it can take up to 2 weeks before the foundation is strong enough to build on.

A gardener helps when you don’t have time

Are you busy with work during the week and want time to yourself at the weekend? A landscaper will install a fence for you while you are busy with other things. All you have to do is agree what your wishes are so that the specialist can get to work. By requesting a quote for installing a fence, you can easily and quickly get in touch with a specialist who can help you.

Do you need a permit for installing a fence?

If you are having a fence installed, it is useful to know the regulations. The gardener has a lot of knowledge about this, but it can’t hurt to have an idea of it too. Use the Land Registry to determine where the plot boundary runs. Then have a conversation with the neighbours about placing the fence. According to the rules for placing a fence, you may only place the fence on the plot boundary in consultation with the neighbours. Do you want to place the fence on your own land? Then the distance from the fence to the property border must be at least half a metre.

The height of the garden fence depends on the municipality in which you live. The maximum height of the fence between neighbours is usually 2 metres. The height of the fence on the street side is usually 1 metre. Always check this with the municipality to be sure.

Having a fence installed: step-by-step plan

Are you planning to have a fence installed? The landscaper goes through a number of steps that will ensure you get a beautiful garden fence. These include the preparation, installation and finishing of the fence.

Step 1: Decide what you want

First, find out what your wishes and requirements are. While doing so, determine in advance the maximum budget for the whole job. This way, you give the landscaper a clear picture of what you expect from him or her. It is smart to think about whether your garden could also use a freshening up. Now that the gardener is present anyway, he can fix up the rest of the garden immediately. In addition, it is common to discuss with your neighbours what wishes they have. In doing so, it is also cheaper to share the costs together. Also check what materials you prefer.

Step 2: Choose your gardener

Compare several offers for the best match. Look at the price as well as the landscaper’s reviews and experience. A quote fence installation will not only give you an insight into prices, but also into the specialist landscaper. If the landscaper has a quality mark such as Tuinkeur, you know you’re in the right place. Then get in touch together to discuss the details in more detail.

Step 3: The gardener prepares to install the fence

Now the gardener actually gets to work. Does the current fence still need to be taken down? Then the gardener will do this first. Then he will line up the place where the fence will be placed so that the fence will be in a straight line. For a heavy fence, the gardener will then pour a foundation.

Step 4: The gardener installs the fence

The installation of the garden fence does not take long. With wood or composite, the fence is installed within a day on average. The gardener anchors the posts with post holders to place the fence on them. With loose boards, the gardener mounts the fence panels to the fence posts.
A concrete or stone fence usually requires a little more time, because the foundation has to harden first. Depending on the weather, this takes up to 2 weeks. After it has hardened, it takes on average a day to anchor the posts or baskets and to install the rest of the fence.

Step 5: The gardener finishes the fence

At last, the gardener finishes the fence. This involves removing irregularities and adding details such as post caps. The gardener will place these caps over the posts so that the top looks finished.

Tips for your fence

Thanks to method and tips, you will have a good idea of how having a fence installed works. With the following tips on design and maintenance, you will enjoy your fence even more.

Tune the fence to the garden and house

Let the design of your house or garden be reflected in your fence. A classic garden will suit a robust wooden fence. A modern style goes well with a sleek concrete fence. Want something different? Then go for a lot of contrast. Combine a light garden with a dark fence.

Make your garden lively

With a different fence your garden will look completely different. For example, with a pot lid or bankirai fence, you can make your garden look incredibly lively. With a potting lid fence, the planks are stacked on top of each other like roof tiles. With a bankirai fence, the planks are placed alternately at the front and back. Thanks to these fences, your garden will have much more depth, making it much less straight and austere.

Make sure your fence is sufficiently maintained

For maximum longevity, it is important to have the fence maintained regularly. A wooden fence should be cleaned every year and and stained every 5 years. This prevents a green deposit and increases its lifespan. Other fences require less maintenance. However, deposits should be removed regularly. This will make your fence look like new every time.