Fencing
Fencing defines a boundary, gives privacy and keeps children and pets secure. The right choice depends on what matters most to you — cost, privacy, wind exposure, pool compliance or how it looks from the street.
Pricing guide: How much does fencing cost?
Timber paling is usually $75 to $150 per metre installed; Colorbond $90 to $160. Height, terrain and removal of the old fence all affect it.
Why homeowners choose it
- Privacy and security for your property
- Keeps children and pets safely contained
- Pool fencing that meets Victorian safety requirements
- Timber, Colorbond, aluminium, glass and composite options
- Cuts wind and noise from neighbouring properties
How it works
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Boundary check
The line is confirmed and, for shared boundaries, neighbours are notified as required.
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Removal
Any existing fence is taken out and disposed of.
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Post holes
Holes are dug at the correct spacing and depth for the fence height and soil.
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Posts and rails
Posts are concreted in and left to set before rails are fixed.
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Panels and gates
Palings or sheets are installed and gates hung, levelled and adjusted.
Hiring guide
Questions worth asking before you commit to a contractor.
Ask to see it, not just take their word for it. Insurance protects your property if something goes wrong on site.
Site preparation, disposal of old material, and any council permits can be included or charged separately — get it in writing before you compare quotes.
Some contractors do the work themselves; others subcontract parts of it. Neither is wrong, but you should know who is doing your job.
Old concrete, tree roots or drainage issues are common surprises. Ask how a change of scope gets costed before it happens, not after.
Materials usually carry a manufacturer's warranty. Ask specifically about the contractor's own workmanship warranty too.
Frequently asked questions
How much does fencing cost?
Timber paling is usually $75 to $150 per metre installed; Colorbond $90 to $160. Height, terrain and removal of the old fence all affect it.
Who pays for a boundary fence?
In Victoria the Fences Act generally has adjoining owners share the cost of a sufficient dividing fence. You must give notice before starting.
What are the pool fencing rules?
Victorian pool barriers must be at least 1.2m high with self-closing, self-latching gates and no climbable objects nearby. Non-compliance carries penalties.
How long does a fence last?
Treated pine paling around 10 to 15 years, Colorbond 20 or more, aluminium and composite longer again.
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