Fencing and gates in Castle Bromwich

Before your fence or gate in Castle Bromwich

Before replacing a boundary fence in Castle Bromwich, confirm who owns it — your deeds often show this — and agree the line with your neighbour. Planning permission from Solihull Council is only needed above 2 m, or above 1 m beside a road.

Concrete posts and gravel boards don't rot at ground level.
Closeboard copes with wind better than lightweight lap panels in exposed Castle Bromwich gardens.
Adding trellis on top? Treat it as part of the fence height when checking the limits.

Postcode district: B36
Planning and building control: Solihull Council
From our West Bromwich base: 9 miles

Choices to weigh up in Castle Bromwich

Concrete posts and gravel boards

Slotted concrete posts hold panels in place without rotting, and concrete gravel boards along the bottom keep timber clear of wet soil. Concrete posts are heavier to install and more noticeable than timber. Many people put them in when replacing panel fences, because new panels can then be slotted in later without disturbing the posts.

Closeboard fencing

Vertical featheredge boards nailed to horizontal rails fixed between posts, built in place along the boundary. Closeboard is stronger than panels, copes better with wind and can follow sloping ground more neatly. Damaged boards can be replaced one at a time. It costs more and takes longer to build, but it lasts longer in most gardens.

What does your fence or gate cost in Castle Bromwich?

For a home in Castle Bromwich, our guide range is £60–£230 per linear metre. 1.8 m closeboard fence with concrete posts and gravel boards, old fence removed: usually £95–£135 per linear metre.

Guide prices for fencing and gates
Option	Guide price	Good to know
Panel fencing with concrete posts	£60 – £95 per linear metre	1.8 m panels, quick to fit
Closeboard with concrete posts	£90 – £135 per linear metre	Stronger, better in exposed gardens
Slatted or composite fencing	£140 – £230 per linear metre	Contemporary look, less upkeep

Guide ranges include VAT where it applies. A free survey turns this guide into a fixed, itemised price.

Fencing and gates in Castle Bromwich: common questions

What guarantee comes with a new fence?

The panels, posts and treated timber carry their manufacturers' guarantees, and the terms for your fence are set out in your quote. Treated timber guarantees often depend on how cuts are treated and how the timber is used, so it's worth reading those conditions. Keep your quote and paperwork in case you need them later.

Do you cover Castle Bromwich?

Yes. Castle Bromwich (B36) is about 9 miles from our West Bromwich base and inside the area we cover. Call 0800 088 6248 or send the form on this page to book a free survey.

How long does it take to replace a fence?

Most garden fences take one to three days, depending on length, post type and how hard the old posts are to remove. Closeboard takes longer than panels because it's built in place. Post concrete needs time to firm up before panels are fully loaded, which we allow for in the programme.

Does Solihull Council need to approve my fence or gate?

Not for a fence or gate up to 2 m high, or 1 m beside a road used by vehicles. Above those heights, or around a listed building, check with Solihull Council.

Fencing and gates near Castle Bromwich

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Fence down after a storm? Call 0800 088 6248 and we'll come and measure your boundaries in Castle Bromwich.