Fencing and gates in Sandwell

What should you know before starting in Sandwell?

Fences and gates up to 2 metres high don't usually need planning permission in Sandwell; 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.

Your title plan may show who is responsible for each boundary.
Driveway gates should open inwards, not out over the pavement.
Fences next to a road or the footpath beside it are limited to 1 m without planning permission.

Postcode district: All Sandwell postcodes
Planning and building control: Sandwell Council
From our West Bromwich base: About 1 mile to the centre

Which options suit homes in Sandwell?

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.

Panel fencing

Pre-made timber panels, usually 1.83 m wide, slotted between posts. Lap, overlap and slatted panels are quick to fit and the most affordable option. They suit sheltered gardens best. In exposed spots, lightweight panels can rattle or blow out, so heavier panels or closeboard are a better choice there.

Guide prices for Sandwell

For a home in Sandwell, 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. Your fixed price for the agreed specification follows a free survey at your Sandwell address.

Fencing and gates in Sandwell: 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.

How do I book a survey in Sandwell?

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.

Does Sandwell 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 Sandwell Council.

Fencing and gates across Sandwell

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Fencing and gates near Sandwell

Other work we do in Sandwell

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