Fencing and gates in Tettenhall

Before your fence or gate in Tettenhall

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

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.
Driveway gates should open inwards, not out over the pavement.

Postcode district: WV6
Planning and building control: City of Wolverhampton Council
From our West Bromwich base: 9 miles

Choices to weigh up in Tettenhall

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.

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.

What does your fence or gate cost in Tettenhall?

For a home in Tettenhall, 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.

Questions about fencing and gates in Tettenhall

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.

Do you cover Tettenhall?

Yes. Tettenhall (WV6) 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.

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.

Who approves fencing and gates in Tettenhall?

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 City of Wolverhampton Council.

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Your free fencing survey in Tettenhall ends with an itemised quote, with every gate priced on its own line.