Fencing & Gate Installation Across Surrey
The widest fencing range of any local contractor, close board, panel, trellis, wooden and metal gates, all installed to last.
Proper Fencing, Properly Installed
The difference between a fence that stands for 20 years and one that leans after the first winter storm is almost entirely in the post setting and the quality of the frame. GK Landscapes uses concrete posts and gravel boards on close board fencing as standard, not wooden posts in metpost spikes, which is the shortcut that causes most early fence failures in Surrey.
We handle more fencing types than most local contractors: close board, panel, trellis, picket, wooden gates and metal driveway gates including electric. Every job gets the same approach, Patrick visits, measures up, gives you a clear written price, and the same team does the work.
- Free no-obligation quote, site visit always included
- Clear written price before any work starts
- Patrick Greenwood personally on site
- 9.9/10 on Checkatrade from 376 verified reviews
- 10/10 for communication
- No subcontractors on standard jobs
- No deposit required on most jobs
Get a Free Fencing Quote
Free site visit. Written price. No deposit.
The Installation Process
Patrick measures up, checks ground conditions and any planning considerations. Written price provided.
Concrete posts or concrete spurs set in mixed concrete to the correct depth, typically 600mm+.
Concrete gravel boards fitted at ground level to keep timber boards off the soil and prevent ground rot.
Horizontal framing rails fixed to the posts at the correct spacing for the chosen boards.
Feather-edge boards nailed to arris rails with the correct overlap. Each board plumb and level.
Gates hung on heavy-duty hinges with the correct hardware. Checked for swing and adjusted.
Fencing Types We Install
Close Board Fencing
The most durable choice. Concrete posts, gravel boards and feather-edge boards, built to withstand Surrey weather for 20+ years. Patrick's recommendation for most garden boundaries.
Close Board Fencing →Panel Fencing
Budget-friendly and quick to install. Good for replacing storm-damaged fencing or where speed matters. Less longevity than close board but a practical choice for the right situation.
Panel Fencing →Wooden Gates
Side gates, garden gates and double driveway gates, fitted correctly so they open, close and last. Hung on heavy-duty hardware with the right post specification.
Wooden Gates →Metal Gates
Metal driveway and garden gates for security and kerb appeal. Includes electric gate systems. A striking kerb appeal upgrade that significantly improves security.
Metal Gates →Fencing Prices in Surrey
| Option | Typical Price |
|---|---|
| Close board (concrete posts, gravel boards) | £110–£160 per linear metre |
| Panel fencing (timber posts) | £70–£110 per linear metre |
| Trellis topper (added to existing fence) | £40–£70 per linear metre |
| Timber side gate (supply and hang) | £400–£900 |
| Metal driveway gates (manual) | £800–£2,500 |
| Electric gate system | £2,500–£6,000+ |
Typical project: 20 linear metres of close board fencing with concrete posts and gravel boards typically costs £2,200–£3,200 installed in Surrey, including old fence removal and disposal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Close board fencing uses individual feather-edge boards nailed to a frame, it follows the ground profile exactly and is far more durable. Panel fencing uses pre-made panels slotted between posts, quicker and cheaper to install but less durable (particularly waney lap panels) and cannot follow slopes. For a long-term garden boundary, close board is almost always the better investment.
Concrete posts last indefinitely, they do not rot at ground level, which is where timber posts almost always fail first. A close board fence on concrete posts with concrete gravel boards can have the boards replaced once or twice over its life and the structure will still be sound. Timber posts in direct ground contact typically last 10–15 years before needing replacement.
Rear and side garden fences up to 2 metres high are generally permitted development. Front garden fences adjacent to a road are limited to 1 metre. Conservation areas and listed buildings may have additional restrictions. Patrick checks this at every site visit.
Check your title deeds or Land Registry entry. A 'T' mark on the boundary plan indicates ownership of that boundary. If the T mark is on your side, the fence is your responsibility. If there is no T mark, it may be shared responsibility, worth discussing with your neighbour before instructing a contractor.
Yes, old fence removal and disposal is included in all our fencing quotes as standard. We leave your garden clean.