How often do I need to treat my fence?

Fence panels are usually purchased as "treated" but it is not always clear if the treatment is pressure impregnated or dipped. The supplier should be able to advise on this, if it's a dip and you install correctly-ie using gravel board appropriate for your desired finish (not exposing any cut ends) will last 15 - 20 years! In event that hasn't been treated at all just painted with an exterior latex paint; 2 coats every two or three yrs recommended

Which side fence of my property is mine?

The majority of the time you will find that the fence on the left hand side as you approach the property belongs to you and is your responsibility to maintain and repair. However there is actually no certain rule about this and it depends how the land was sectioned off when it was first developed. So before you and your neighbour engage in any heated discussion about who need to pay for the repair, it is best to check with your local council as they should be able to tell you from the town planning. You should also be able to see this in the original property pack that you received from solicitors when you purchased your property

Do I need planning permission to erect a fence?

The Answer to this question is that in the majority of cases you do not need planning permission to install a new fence, as long as you respect your property's boundary lines. There are however some limitations that and restrictions that you must adhere to. The fence should not exceed the height of 2m above ground level, if you have a requirement for it to do so then you will need to seek permission to do this. Similarly if the fence is adjacent to a main road then the fence cannot exceed 1m. Finally if your property is listed then you may need to check if the fence and gate are also listed before making any modifications to them.

Why is treating my fence important?

Treating and protecting your fence is a crucial step in prolonging the life of your fence. The harsh weather in the Uk and even the sunny days we do get in the summer can be damaging to the fence. You are probably aware that unprotected wood does not like water and we get plenty of it in the form of rain in the UK. Water that is absorbed by the wood, causes it to swell and rot and lead to the decay of the wood. The sun on the the other hand dries out the wood leading to it cracking and breaking, it also discolours the fence,leaving it looking faded and old. For this reason it is recommended that you protect and seal your fence at least once a year, sometimes more often if you are in a particularly damp area or there is poor drainage in your garden. There are many high quality products on the market today in different colours to offer you the look you want. always follow the manufacturers guidelines when applying and also on how often to reapply the protection.

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Fencing in Banbury

We have a team of highly experienced professionals who provide great quality fencing in Banbury and the areas that surround.

having such experience allows us to offer a range of services from fence installation, fence repair, fence maintenance as well as all gate services including fitting and repair.

Customer service is always our number 1 priority so strive to ensure that you as the customer are always left 100% satisfied with the service you receive.

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Our Banbury Fencing Company

We provide one of the best fencing services in banbury and have a reputation no only for our quality of work but also for the way we deal with our customer. Our team are always courteous, helpful and prepared to go above and beyond to ensure that you get what you are looking for in our fencing service.

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Fence Installation

When it comes to selecting a new fence for your property, there is a wide range to choose from. Many different styles and a few different materials to also consider.

Each have their pros and cons and properties and scenarios that they are best suited to. For example a solid wood fence may be prefered to a metal palisade fence for a residential property as it provides better privacy for a family.

Whatever your requirements and your preferences for your fence, our team will be able to help.

We are familiar and experienced with working with a range of different styles and materials and are always on hand to help you decide which one is best for you.

We carry out our fence installations quickly and efficiently but to the highest quality so you know when you use our services that you will get a fence that will stand the test of time and the inclement weather in the UK.

So if you are looking for a new fence and have questions about what options you have, give us a call today and we can help you choose what is best and get to work on getting it installed for you.

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Fence Repair

At some point in time you will most likely have some damage to your fence and require a fence repair service.

This will generally be a result of constant exposure to the harsh British weather that we receive. Persistent rain results in soaky ground which allows for water and moisture to be sucked up into the wood and lead to rotting.

Rotting of a panel can lead to parts breaking off and leaving gaps in the fence, a panel can be fairly easily replaces, and sometimes it may just be a few panels rather than a whole section that need replacement. But left untreated the moisture will spread through the rest of the fence causing damage on a larger scale.

If the rot is in a fence post then it could also lead to larger damage as a broken post will lead to unstable structure of the whole fence and lead to the whole fence or large sections collapsing all together.

Again if this is repaired quickly enough then it could be the straight swap out of a fence post which can be a tiring job to dig up the old post but is a fairly simple fix. If left unattended and the fence does collapse though, there could be additional breakages down the line that could lead to more expensive repairs.

Our team are experienced in replacing or repairing any type of fence and we will always asses the method that will be most cost effective to you but also advise you on what precautions should be taken to prevent further repairs coming down the line.

So give us a call for a friendly, honest and reliable fence repair in Banbury.

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Fence Maintenance

If your want to avoid or delay the need for repairing your fence then it is important that you maintain it regularly in the form of a coating that provides a protective sealant.

There are many good quality protective products and sealants available at hardware stores or online, trusted brands such Cuprinol, Rustins and ronseal specialise in a range of different colours and different kind of sealants to suit any type of fence or outdoor furniture.

Correctly applying a sealant not only protects your fence from moisture that leads to rot and the fence becoming damaged but they generally also have a UV protection in them too that stops them from drying out and fading in the sunlight.

If you are unsure of what type of product is best for you or you have no desire or time to apply the protection yourself then give us a call and we can help out.

our behalf, we have the right equipment to make the job quick and painless, saving you the time and hassle of doing it yourself.

Gate Installation and Repair

As well as a wide variety of fencing services we also provide a number of gate services too.

We can custom install many different styles of gate from swing gates to sliding gates. We carefully measure up the gap that needs the gate and place our order to get the right size so you know that when we are done you will be left with a well fitted lovely looking gate.

whether you are looking for a solid wooden gate that looks good and offers you privacy for your residential property or if you want a steel or aluminium gat that offers your business the protection you need, we can install them all.

We also provide and install garden gates that can blend in with your fence to provide a seamless appearance with the convenience of being able to enter the garden from the outside.

A common issue with garden gates is that they tend to drop and no longer fit the space they were designed for, we can also repair these types of issues as well as any other gate repairs that you need.

Decking Installation Services

If you want quality, professional deck building services and products to add value to your home or business, we are the company for you. Our comprehensive range is available at competitive prices, and we're able to fit and install it for you as well.

We supply and fit minimal maintenance, water resistant composite decking. Composite decking is totally waterproof so it doesn't get damaged by mold or fungi - unlike traditional wooden decks! It's also easy to clean with either a pressure cleaner or just soap and warm water for durability that lasts years.

Why settle for a cold concrete or steel platform when you could have the warm inviting feel of timber decking? We offer both hard and softwood options depending on your preference, budget, and location.

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FAQs

Got a question? We’re here to help.

How often do I need to treat my fence?

Fence panels are usually purchased as "treated" but it is not always clear if the treatment is pressure impregnated or dipped.

The supplier should be able to advise on this, if it's a dip and you install correctly-ie using gravel board appropriate for your desired finish (not exposing any cut ends) will last 15 - 20 years!

In event that hasn't been treated at all just painted with an exterior latex paint; 2 coats every two or three yrs recommended
Which side fence of my property is mine?

The majority of the time you will find that the fence on the left hand side as you approach the property belongs to you and is your responsibility to maintain and repair.

However there is actually no certain rule about this and it depends how the land was sectioned off when it was first developed.

So before you and your neighbour engage in any heated discussion about who need to pay for the repair, it is best to check with your local council as they should be able to tell you from the town planning.

You should also be able to see this in the original property pack that you received from solicitors when you purchased your property
Do I need planning permission to erect a fence?

The Answer to this question is that in the majority of cases you do not need planning permission to install a new fence, as long as you respect your property's boundary lines.

There are however some limitations that and restrictions that you must adhere to.

The fence should not exceed the height of 2m above ground level, if you have a requirement for it to do so then you will need to seek permission to do this.
Similarly if the fence is adjacent to a main road then the fence cannot exceed 1m.

Finally if your property is listed then you may need to check if the fence and gate are also listed before making any modifications to them.
Why is treating my fence important?

Treating and protecting your fence is a crucial step in prolonging the life of your fence.

The harsh weather in the Uk and even the sunny days we do get in the summer can be damaging to the fence. You are probably aware that unprotected wood does not like water and we get plenty of it in the form of rain in the UK. Water that is absorbed by the wood, causes it to swell and rot and lead to the decay of the wood.

The sun on the the other hand dries out the wood leading to it cracking and breaking, it also discolours the fence,leaving it looking faded and old.

For this reason it is recommended that you protect and seal your fence at least once a year, sometimes more often if you are in a particularly damp area or there is poor drainage in your garden.

There are many high quality products on the market today in different colours to offer you the look you want. always follow the manufacturers guidelines when applying and also on how often to reapply the protection.

Any Other Questions?

There are bound to be many more questions you may have regarding installation, maintenance and repairing of a fence and our team are always happy to answer them, so give us a call today and let us know what's on your mind.

Our Process

Each fencing job is unique so in order to provide assess the work involved and provide a quote and a timeline about how long the work may take. We need to ask you a few questions and possibly come round to the property to measure up and assess the work. So it starts with a quick conversation either by you calling us or filling out our form and waiting for one of our friendly team to call you back.

If it is not something that we can quote over the phone, we will arrange a convenient time to come round and take a look at the work you are looking to et carried out. This is also a great opportunity for you to ask us any questions or get our advice on anything relating to the work.

We will then provide you with a quote and get the order in which will help us determine a start date for the works.

Throughout the process we will keep you updated on progress and be on hand to answer your calls.

Our Customer Service

We believe strongly that customer service is at the core of any good business which is why we offer the best fencing in Banbury, our care and attention to detail and focus on delivering the service that you are looking for helps see to that.

We try to be as flexible as possible in our approach and will work with you on making the ideas you have in your head come to reality

We not only cover Banbury but also most of the towns ,cities and villages across Oxfordshire such as Oxford, Bicester, Deddington, Little Bourton, Twyford, Drayton, Woodstock, Bodicote, Warkworth Chacombe, Kidlington and Cowley.