Fencing and gates in Great Bridge

What should you know before starting in Great Bridge?

Fences and gates up to 2 metres high don't usually need planning permission in Great Bridge; next to a road used by vehicles the limit is 1 metre. Above those heights, or around a listed building, check with Sandwell Council first.

The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 doesn't cover timber fences, only masonry boundary walls.
Adding trellis on top? Treat it as part of the fence height when checking the limits.
Elsewhere in the garden, fences and gates can be up to 2 m high under permitted development.

Postcode district: DY4
Planning and building control: Sandwell Council
From our West Bromwich base: 2 miles

Choices to weigh up in Great Bridge

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.

Slatted and composite fencing

Horizontal slatted timber gives a modern look and lets some air and light through, which suits contemporary gardens. Composite fencing, made from wood fibre and plastic, doesn't need painting or treating and won't rot. Both cost more than standard fences, and composite systems have their own posts and fixings.

Fencing and gates prices in Great Bridge

Guide prices start at £60 and run to £230 per linear metre. 1.8 m closeboard fence with concrete posts and gravel boards, old fence removed: around £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. Your fixed price for the agreed specification follows a free survey at your Great Bridge address.

Fencing and gates in Great Bridge: common questions

Concrete or timber posts: which is better?

Concrete posts don't rot, so they usually outlast timber posts, and new panels can be slotted in later without replacing them. Timber posts look softer and suit closeboard and some gate posts, but they eventually rot at ground level. In exposed gardens, concrete posts with closeboard or heavy panels are the most robust choice.

How do I book a survey in Great Bridge?

Send the form on this page, use the guide-price tool or call 0800 088 6248 free. We'll ask a few questions about your fence or gate and arrange a time to visit.

What should I do before the fence goes up?

Clear plants, pots and sheds back from the boundary by about a metre if you can, and lift anything you want to keep. Talk to your neighbour about access and the work. If you know where drains, cables or pipes run near the boundary, tell us at survey.

Will I need permission from the council in Great Bridge?

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 Sandwell Council.

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Other home improvements in Great Bridge

Email sales@skjhomeimprovements.co.uk with your address in Great Bridge and the rough length of fence you need.