Bharat SainiLast Updated on January 13, 2020 by Bharat Saini
Putting up a new fence in your garden is vital if your current fencing has become damaged by poor weather conditions, or if your fencing has become unsecured due to weaknesses. However, putting up a fence in your garden can be difficult if you have not got the DIY skills or prior knowledge to do so effectively. For a step-by-step guide to getting you started, read on for some top tips.
1. Get Planning Permission
Although in most countries, planning permission is not required for fencing under 2 meters high, it is important that you check the planning permission requirements for the country that you live in to check that you are not breaking these. There may also be rules and regulations on the appearance of your fence, as well as issues such as blocked views and the material that you are choosing to build your fence with.
2. Choose the Right Fencing Material
Before you even consider how to build your fence, it is important that you choose the right fencing material to begin with. Although wood is the traditional option for homes, it is not always completely durable and is not environmentally friendly unless manufactured by certified suppliers. You should also consider the aesthetics of your fence to check that it matches the theme of your home and those around it. However, new materials such as composite and gabion fencing are successful alternatives that you should look into, as they are able to combine durability with sustainability. You can find out more about this type of fencing by visiting eComposite Products, which are focused on providing eco-friendly alternatives to traditional residential fencing.
3. Check Your Boundaries
The major dispute that occurs when building a fence is over the boundaries of your home, with this affecting where you choose to build your fence. You should also check that you are the owner of the fence that you plan to replace, especially if you live in a semi-detached or terraced property. You can check these legalities through the title deeds for the house.
4. Clear Your Garden
Once you have decided on these factors, you need to clear your garden of debris and other items which could prevent you from placing your fence in the correct position. You also need to dig up plants and flowers that you are going to replant in different beds once the fence has been laid. You also need to make sure that there are no water pipes or other obstructions underground which could be damaged when you erect your fence.
5. Build Your Fence DIY or Professionally
If you are building your fence DIY, you need to make holes for the concrete within which you will place your fence posts. Once this fence post has been placed, you then need to fill in the gap with stone or another filler material. Once the concrete has dried, you can then put in your fence panels by screwing them to the posts using post clips or caps. If you do not know how to do this yourself, you may consider calling a professional to fix your fence securely for you.
