Abergavenny sits in the Usk valley with the Sugar Loaf and the Blorenge rising behind it, and the weather that rolls off the hills is hard on garden fences. Panels loosen, posts rot at the base and a good gust can finish off a tired boundary. We build new fences and replace worn ones across Abergavenny, from a single panel to a full run along the garden.
We set the posts firmly, fit the panels square and take the old fence away, so you are left with a straight, solid boundary and no rubbish to clear. Tell us roughly how long the run is and what is there now, and we will talk it through with you before we start.
In Abergavenny, homes on the edge of the Brecon Beacons see rain, wind and damp ground for much of the year, and that is where fences give up. Posts are usually the first to go, rotting just below the soil line. We set new posts firmly in the ground and fit gravel boards so the panels sit clear of wet soil, which helps the timber last longer.
Close-board fencing is a strong, solid choice for exposed gardens, while panel fencing suits sheltered spots and is quicker to put up. We talk through what suits your plot, how much privacy you want and what the existing posts can still take. If a fence only needs a few panels and a couple of posts, we will say so rather than replace the lot.
Abergavenny has period terraces and villas as well as newer estates, and the fencing needs differ. Older properties may have irregular boundaries or slightly sloping ground, which means panels have to be stepped or the posts cut to suit. Newer estates usually have straighter lines, but shared fences between neighbours still need agreeing before any work begins. We measure up carefully so each run fits properly.
Mature garden trees and hedgerows are a feature of many Abergavenny plots, and their roots can make digging post holes awkward. We work around roots where we can and tell you if one is likely to affect the line. Where the ground is sloping, we step the panels down neatly rather than leave gaps at the bottom. We keep the cutting and fitting neat around anything that cannot move.
Before replacing a fence in Abergavenny, it helps to know whose boundary it is and to talk to the neighbour. Fence height limits and planning rules can apply, especially at the front of a property or beside a road, so it is worth checking with the council. Once the position is agreed we remove the old fence and take it away. We also cover Llanfoist, Govilon and Crickhowell.
A few jobs we have completed. We also work in and around Abergavenny.
Garden FencingOld weathered fence panels taken down and new close-boarded fencing fitted beside a conservatory in a Cardiff back garden.
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Garden FencingA fence replacement part-way through in a Cwmbran garden, with fresh posts and rails standing in the gap beside a brick house.
See the project →Garden FencingNew fence posts and a panel laid out beside a swimming pool in an Ogmore-by-Sea garden at the start of a fencing job.
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For privacy, solid timber close-board or well-made lapped panels on firm posts usually work well, provided the fence suits your wind, slope and boundary.
Read the guide →Timber is the familiar, adaptable choice for most gardens, while composite trades a higher outlay for less upkeep, so the right answer depends on your priorities.
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Tree surgery is priced job by job rather than from a fixed list, so this guide explains what moves the cost up or down and how to get a firm figure.
Read the guide →Yes, if the posts are still sound. We check each one first, because a rotten post makes new panels loosen quickly. Where it makes sense, we replace the panels and any weak posts and leave the rest in place.
Yes. We remove the old panels, posts and fixings as part of the job and take them with us. You will not be left with a pile of broken timber to arrange for disposal yourself. That covers old posts, broken panels and any loose fixings.
Not always, but height limits can apply, particularly next to a road or at the front of a house. It is sensible to check with the council before we start, and to agree the line with your neighbour.
Tell us what needs doing and where. We will come back to you, or call 07766 919630 if it is urgent.