Fencing & Decking
Fencing and decking in Surrey and South West London
Composite and timber fencing, decking, gates and trellis: posts set in concrete, frames built to the right centres, and everything squared to the paving.
9.86/10Composite and timber fencing, decking and gates
Fences fail at the posts, decks fail at the frame and gates fail at the hinges, so that is where we spend the time. Posts are concreted, gravel boards go on the wet side, deck frames are set out at proper centres, and gates are hung on adjustable hinges with a proper latch.
We cover the full range: composite fencing, closeboard, slatted, hit-and-miss and picket fencing, composite and timber decking, trellis and both metal and wooden gates. Most of it runs alongside a patio or a garden renovation, and doing it together saves a second mobilisation later.
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Fencing and decking materials
Composite fencing
Wood-plastic composite boards slotted into aluminium or composite posts, so there is no timber in contact with the ground. It does not rot, warp, splinter or need painting, and the colour is stable rather than fading to grey.
Closeboard fencing
Feather edge boards on arris rails, built on site rather than dropped in as panels. Much stronger than lap panel and it follows a sloping ground line.
Slatted fencing
Horizontal timber slats with a set gap, on posts with a clean cap detail. Contemporary and expensive looking, and it makes a small garden feel wider.
Picket fencing
Pointed or rounded pale fencing, usually to a low front boundary or around a vegetable patch. Friendly and traditional, and it lets light through.
Trellis
Treated trellis panels on posts, either as a topper to a fence or as a standalone screen for climbers. Posts concreted so the wind does not push it over.
Composite decking
Capped composite boards on a treated or aluminium frame. No annual oiling, no splinters, and the colour holds.
Timber decking
Softwood or hardwood boards, hidden fixed where the budget allows. Warmer underfoot than composite and cheaper up front, with annual maintenance to keep it.
Wooden gates
Closeboard or slatted timber gates, hung on a concreted post with adjustable hinges and a decent latch. Built to match the fence rather than bought off the shelf.
Metal gates
Steel or aluminium gates, either ornate or flat bar, hung on steel posts set in concrete. Powder coated so they do not need painting every year.
What's included
Every quote covers
- Removal and disposal of the old fence, deck, gate or trellis
- Post positions set out and dug, then concreted
- Gravel boards and correct board, slat or picket spacing
- Deck frames built to the right centres, levelled and squared to the paving
- Gates and trellis hung on adjustable hinges with a proper latch
- Trims, fascias and cap details finished
- Full clear-up and old timber or metal taken away
Recent work
Projects we finished nearby
Venetian style slatted fencing, East Molesey
Jacksons Venetian style slatted fencing installed along a boundary in East Molesey as part of a wider garden upgrade, for privacy that still lets light through.
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Old decking replaced with a porcelain patio, Kingston
Rotten decking lifted out and replaced with a porcelain patio, brick faced steps and new close board fencing, giving a clean and hard wearing garden that works all year.
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Fencing and decking clients on the work
9.86/10“Cato and his team did a great job removing old decking, fixing fences and relaying new stoneworks at our property. He kept us up to date throughout the project. We would highly recommend Cato and his team.”
Katie · a week ago
Google · 5/5
“Cato and his team did a really good job of a joint fence with the neighbour, they were polite, respectful, clean and tidy, They fished on time and stuck to their quote. I would use again.”
Valerie · 2 weeks ago
Google · 5/5
“Thank you to Danny, Bill, Hayden and the team for your help with installing our garden fence. We really appreciate your hard work during the heatwave!”
Julien · a month ago
Google · 5/5
“The team from HD Landscape Gardeners have done a great job; new pergola fencing, terrace and edging. They were engaged and considerate and always discussed ideas and issues to ensure the best outcome. Recommend.”
Philippa · 2 months ago
Google · 5/5
FAQs
Fencing and decking questions we get asked
How long does fencing or decking take?
A single boundary run is usually two to three days. A full three sided replacement takes about a week, and a deck with steps and a balustrade three to five days once the base is ready.
Do I need planning permission for a fence or deck?
Boundary fencing up to two metres in a rear garden, and one metre where it fronts a highway, normally falls under permitted development. Decking generally does too if it is under 300mm above ground and does not cover more than half the garden. Raised decks that overlook a neighbour are the usual exception. We check before we quote.
Composite or timber decking?
Composite if you do not want to maintain it: no oiling, no splinters, stable colour, more expensive up front. Timber if you want the warmth and a lower initial cost and you are willing to clean and treat it each year.
What happens to the old fence?
It comes out, including the concrete post spurs where they are in the way, and it is taken away as part of the job. Removing old concrete bases is where the extra half day usually goes.
Who owns the boundary?
Whoever the deeds say. We will happily put the good side facing your neighbour, but we ask you to confirm ownership before we take a fence down, because that conversation is much easier before than after.
How much does it cost?
Most fencing and decking jobs land between £2,000 and £8,000. Height, run length, material and how much old concrete has to come out move the number. Fixed price after a site visit.
Is composite fencing worth the extra cost?
It costs more up front than a timber run and less over ten years, because there is nothing to treat and nothing in contact with the ground to rot. If the boundary is in full view of the house, or you have already chosen composite decking and want the two to match, composite fencing is usually the one people are happiest with. For a long back boundary you rarely look at, closeboard timber is still the sensible spend.
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