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OrbitHeadache
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Part of my fence needs replacing.
Quote I have been given is £540
Is reasonable? I am in Nottingham
Quote I have been given is £540
Is reasonable? I am in Nottingham
5’6” featheredged boards 6”x1” timber gravel board
3” x2” can’t cut rails ,8’x4”x4” timber posts , 6’’ high single leaf gate feather edge style including fittings
And removal of existing fencing.
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How long is part ?0
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OrbitHeadache said: 5’6” featheredged boards 6”x1” timber gravel board3” x2” can’t cut rails ,8’x4”x4” timber posts , 6’’ high single leaf gate feather edge style including fittingsUse timber posts & gravel boards, and you'll be replacing them again in ~10 years.I'd suggest using concrete posts & boards - They will cost slightly more, but will outlast you and the next owner.
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