Garden Fencing Installation & Repair in Romford & East London

🪵 Garden Fencing Installation & Repair

Close board (featheredge) fencing is the most durable option for residential gardens. Individual boards are nailed to horizontal rails rather than being assembled into panels, making it significantly more wind-resistant than standard lap fencing. At 6 feet high with concrete posts and gravel boards, it gives complete privacy and typically lasts 15–20 years with minimal maintenance.

Lap panel fencing is the most common and affordable choice. We supply standard 6×6 and 6×5 panels in both overlap and waney edge styles, fitted between concrete or timber posts. Picket fencing works well for front gardens where full privacy isn't needed. Trellis adds height and character, and it's useful for supporting climbing plants. Composite fencing is growing in popularity — no painting, no rotting, and a consistent look year after year.

🏡 Choosing the Right Fence for Your Garden

The right fence depends on what you need it to do. For rear garden privacy and security, close board or 6ft lap panels are the standard choice. For a front garden boundary with some visibility, picket fencing or low trellis keeps things open while marking the boundary clearly. If you want something low-maintenance and modern, composite fencing looks clean and doesn't need treating — though it costs more upfront.

Post type matters as much as the panels. Concrete posts with concrete gravel boards add to the upfront cost but significantly outlast timber posts — they won't rot at ground level, and they survive the frost-heave cycle that loosens timber posts over time in East London's clay soils. For fencing that's meant to last 15 years or more, concrete posts are worth the extra investment.

💷 How Much Does Fencing Cost Per Metre?

Standard lap panel fencing with concrete posts and gravel boards typically costs between £50 and £75 per metre installed in the Romford area. Close board fencing is higher — usually £75 to £110 per metre — reflecting the additional labour and materials involved in building it on site. Composite fencing varies considerably by brand, but expect £90–£140 per metre installed.

Removal of old fencing is usually included in our quotes. If there's concrete to break out from old post foundations, or if access to the fence line is difficult, this adds to the cost. We always quote after visiting the site so there are no surprises. Get in touch for a free quote — we'll assess what's needed and give you a clear, itemised price.

Fencing Across Romford & East London

We install and repair fencing for homeowners across Romford, Hornchurch, Dagenham, Harold Wood, Rainham, and the wider East London area.