The cherry on the top of a well-maintained garden is a brand new fence. Not only does it provide privacy and mark your boundary, but it also gives your space a tidy finish.
So how much does a new garden fence cost if you’re installing it yourself in East Anglia? This month at Silverton Builders Merchants, we’ll guide you through all the elements you can choose from and the price ranges you can expect depending on your preferences.
Digging your fence post holes
All new fences will start with some groundwork. That means digging the holes for your fence posts to be secured in. One cost you may not have considered is the cement specifically designed for fence posts:
If you know you want to raise your fence panels off the ground, you might also need to account for gravel boards. Available in concrete and timber, the former is better for avoiding rot long-term. These start at £4.55 for our cheapest timber gravel board and go up depending on the size and material.
Choosing fence posts and weighing costs
Whether you want timber fence posts or concrete fence posts, you can find a range of sizes and shapes in our fence post category.
Timber fence posts - Offering a more natural feel, timber fence posts are a little cheaper, starting at just £7.50 for 1.8m posts, but they may require more maintenance and could need replacing sooner than concrete posts.
Concrete fence posts - Robust and low-maintenance, our concrete fence posts start from £19.14 for a 5-foot slotted post. You’ll need to consider how many end posts, corner posts and 3-way posts you need for your border.
We also sell machine round pointed fence poles if you’re after something more unique, starting at £3.62 for 1.8m poles.
How much do fence panels cost?
Your aesthetic preference will dictate which fence panels you go for. Whether you prefer simple panels or the more traditional and eye-catching installations, we offer a range of options, including:
Closeboard fence panels (vertical slats) - Starting from £34.14 and available in sizes upwards of 6x3 feet.
Waney fence panels (horizontal slats) - Starting from £28.80 and available in sizes upwards of 6x3’6 feet.
Picket fence panels - Starting from £28.22 for either rounded or pointed tops in a 6x3 feet size.
Remember that you’ll need to multiply the price by the number of panels you require.
Fencing fastenings, trellises and treatments
While the panels and posts may make up the majority of the budget, there are important fence fixings, such as screws, nails and staples, to consider. On top of that, you can also add extra accessories, such as a trellis for fence topping and wood treatments, if you’ve taken the timber route.
Final fencing price example
So, what’s the final cost for a single, standard section of new fencing? Here’s a rough calculation, but remember to adjust based on your preferences for materials, fence height and additions. The following are “starting from” prices for a basic fence panel and post replacement:
3x Bags of fence post concrete: £20.16
2x Timber fence posts: £15
1x Waney fence panel: £28.80
12x Fence clips: £14.40
Fencing supplies delivered to you
Thinking of replacing your old fence this summer? Or do you need a whole new fence for a property you’ve moved into? At Silverton Builders Merchants, we deliver fencing supplies across Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Cambridgeshire and the wider East Anglia region.
Browse and buy online to customise your fence and get everything you need in one handy order. If you need any further advice, simply get in touch with us today or visit one of our branches.
