A new fence is one of the most common jobs we are asked to quote in Cardiff, and the first question is almost always the same: how much will it cost? The honest answer is that it depends on a handful of things, so this guide walks through what actually moves the price, with realistic ranges to help you budget before you book a free quotation.
What decides the price of a new fence
Two gardens the same size can cost very different amounts to fence. These are the factors that make the difference:
- Length of the run. Price scales with how many metres of fencing you need, so a long boundary costs more than a short one.
- Fence type. Closeboard is sturdier and costs more than standard panels. Composite fencing sits at the premium end but barely needs maintaining.
- Height. Taller fencing uses more material and heavier posts.
- Posts. Concrete posts and gravel boards last longer than timber and add to the cost, but save money over time.
- Ground and access. Sloping ground, old fencing to remove, or tricky access all add labour.
Typical fencing costs in Cardiff
As a rough guide for budgeting, these are typical supplied and fitted ranges for domestic fencing in the Cardiff area. Your own figure comes from a free site visit, but this gives you a sensible starting point.
| Fence type | Typical supplied and fitted |
|---|---|
| Standard panel fencing | £80 to £120 per metre |
| Closeboard (feather edge) fencing | £100 to £150 per metre |
| Composite fencing | £140 to £220 per metre |
| Concrete posts and gravel boards (add on) | £25 to £45 per metre |
How to keep the cost sensible
- Fence the boundary you need now, rather than everything at once, if budget is tight.
- Choose concrete posts for exposed boundaries. They cost more upfront and far less over the life of the fence.
- Clear access and move anything along the line before we start, which saves labour time.
Why get a written quotation
A written quotation means the price is agreed before any work begins, with no surprises when the job is done. We visit your property anywhere in Cardiff or the surrounding area, measure up, talk through the options and give you a clear figure in writing. It is free and there is no obligation. You can see examples of our recent fencing on the Cardiff fencing page.