Garden Fencing in Southend-On-Sea in Westcliff-On-Sea, Essex

Living in Southend-on-Sea means dealing with plenty of salty air and some right old gales off the Estuary. You need a fence that can handle the breeze. Closeboard fencing is the most popular choice for Essex gardens because it is built piece-by-piece on-site, making it incredibly strong. If your garden is a real wind trap, we often suggest hit-and-miss panels or adding a bit of trellis at the top. These styles let some of the air pass through, which stops the whole thing from acting like a sail and blowing over when the weather turns.

It really depends on the state of your posts. If your fence has taken a hit during a storm but the wooden or concrete posts are still upright and solid, we can usually just slide in some new fence panels. This is a quick and cheap way to get your garden looking neat again. However, if the posts are wobbling or rotting at the ground level, a full fence installation is the better move. It’s often cheaper in the long run to do the job properly once than to keep paying for patch-up jobs every winter.

Gravel boards are the unsung heroes of a long-lasting fence. They sit at the very bottom of the panel to stop the wood from touching the wet ground. While timber gravel boards look great and give a seamless wood finish, concrete gravel boards are the gold standard for durability. They won't rot, ever. By keeping your timber fencing away from the damp soil, you'll find your panels last years longer, which is a big win for your wallet.

For most back gardens in Southend and the surrounding Essex area, you can go up to 2 metres high (about 6.5 feet) without needing to worry about planning permission. If you are looking at a front garden fence that borders a road or a pavement, the limit is usually 1 metre. If you’ve got a tricky spot or live in a conservation area, we can have a look and let you know what the local council rules are before we start any work.

If your neighbours can see right into your patio, we can help you reclaim your privacy. High-quality closeboard fencing with no gaps is the best way to block the view. We also install sturdy garden gates with heavy-duty bolts to keep your home secure. For those who want a bit of extra height without it feeling too closed in, adding a decorative trellis on top of your panels is a brilliant trick. It lets the light in while making it much harder for anyone to see over.

Putting up a fence looks easy on telly, but getting it straight, level, and deep enough to stay put is a different story. The ground in Southend can be tough to dig, and if you don't get the post depths right, the first big wind will have it down. As experienced fencing contractors, we have the right tools to get through the hard ground and the skill to make sure your fence looks perfect from every angle. Plus, we take away all your old, broken wood and rubbish, so you don't have to spend your weekend at the tip.

Once we’ve finished your fence installation, a little bit of care goes a long way. Most of our timber is pressure-treated to stop rot and bugs, but a coat of good quality fence stain or oil every couple of years will keep the colour from fading. It also adds an extra layer of protection against the Essex rain. We always recommend checking your gravel boards are clear of leaves and dirt so the bottom of your fence can breathe.