Fencing & boundaries
Fencing sets the backdrop for your garden. It can create a greater sense of privacy, define the edge of the space and bring a more consistent finish to tired boundaries. DWE Landscapes & Design includes fencing in individual garden projects and wider transformations, considering its relationship with paving, planting and the house.
Decide what the boundary needs to do
A front boundary, a side passage and the backdrop to a patio can each need a different approach. Think about the views you want to screen, the access you need to preserve and the style that suits the garden. We discuss those priorities before narrowing down the proposed fence arrangement.
The relationship with neighbouring gardens also matters. Confirm the boundary position and any relevant ownership arrangements before work is agreed. Where a new fence would affect existing planting or structures, those connections should be part of the conversation from the outset.
Choose a finish that belongs in the space
A fence covers a substantial part of the view, so its proportions and appearance have a strong effect on the whole garden. A simple repeated pattern can give a calm backdrop, while considered planting helps soften a long run. The best choice depends on the setting, privacy goals and the upkeep you are comfortable with.
Existing levels may also affect how the fence is arranged. A slope, retaining edge or uneven ground can change the appearance of each section. We can discuss how the proposed boundary meets gates, walls, patios and garden beds so the final result feels connected rather than pieced together.
Privacy does not have to mean treating every edge identically. You may want a more enclosed seating corner while keeping another part of the garden visually open. Thinking about those different areas can help avoid a boundary treatment that feels heavier than the space needs.
Agree the replacement work clearly
For an existing fence, the condition of posts and the surrounding ground needs assessment as well as the visible panels. A replacement section is not always a like-for-like job. Access, nearby roots, old fixings and the work required to remove the existing boundary can all influence the scope.
When you enquire, send photographs from both ends of the proposed run and an approximate length. Mention gates, changes in level and anything that must stay in place. We can then discuss suitable options and quote for the agreed work, including associated removal or making good where included. Any site-specific permission requirements should be resolved before installation.
See the details in our work.
Selected examples from the DWE portfolio. Every proposal is considered for the individual site.
A few useful answers.
Can you replace one damaged fence section?
We can assess a smaller replacement enquiry. The condition of the supporting posts and availability of a suitable matching section will help determine the practical options.
Who checks the boundary position?
The boundary position and ownership arrangements should be confirmed by the property owner before work is agreed. A landscaping quote does not establish a legal boundary.
Can fencing be combined with a new patio?
Yes. Planning them together helps coordinate access for the work, finished edges and the overall appearance of the seating area. Mention both when requesting your quote.
Bring the whole space together.
Garden transformations
When a garden no longer fits the way you live, changing a single feature may only solve part of the problem.
Turfing & planting
A fresh lawn and well-placed planting can change how a garden feels.
Decking & pergolas
Decking and pergolas can give an outdoor seating area a stronger sense of place.
Let’s talk fencing & boundaries.
A whole new garden or one thoughtful change. Tell us what you have in mind and let’s make a plan.