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Fence

Need to change our fence can I have some hints/tips what to ask for when seeking quotes about 5/6 pannels in the back garden.

Thanks,

Garcon6.

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  • 27col
    27col Posts: 6,554 Forumite
    edited 20 July 2012 at 12:58PM
    You either ask them to replace what is already there with the same, or you tell them what you want, that is different to the existing, ie: concrete posts perhaps or some different pattern of panels that you have seen somewhere. Make sure that all quotes are for exactly the same specification. Otherwise you cannot properly compare the quotes.
    I can afford anything that I want.
    Just so long as I don't want much.
  • BertieUK
    BertieUK Posts: 1,701 Forumite
    The rule of thumb that I would suggest you adopt is, can you use any of the posts that are there at present.

    A fence is an investment for the future of your dwelling, I had replaced a complete fence with concrete post supports and feathered boarding a few years before I sold my last dwelling and its quality helped to sell my home.

    I would suggest that you get 3 quotes for your new fence, asking for concrete post supports, which will last many a year, and make the choice you fell most comfortable with.

    Kind regards

    BobUK
  • garcon6
    garcon6 Posts: 485 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 100 Posts Combo Breaker
    Reasonable quote £300 close board panels supplied and fitted, concrete gravel boards/posts (5 panels).
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