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Fencing contractors build and repair timber paling, Colorbond, aluminium, pool and rural fencing, along with gates and automatic openers. Boundary fences in Australia come with their own rules: dividing fences legislation in each state generally splits the cost of a sufficient fence between neighbours, and pool barriers must meet strict safety standards. A good fencer knows both.
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List your business, freeHow to choose a good Fencer
- Fencers generally need no occupational licence in most states, so weigh insurance, reviews and completed local jobs more heavily.
- Confirm public liability insurance in writing before anyone digs; fencing work near boundaries and services carries real risk.
- Ask them to locate underground services through Before You Dig Australia before setting any posts.
- For pool fencing, use someone who knows AS 1926.1 and your state's barrier and inspection rules.
- Check the quote covers post depth, footing type and concrete, not just metres of fence.
- Talk to your neighbour first on boundary fences; most state laws split costs and require notice.
Questions to ask before you book
- Is this quote based on the exact boundary line, and who confirms where that is?
- What post spacing, footing depth and materials are included in the price?
- Will you remove and dispose of the old fence, and is that in the quote?
- For pool fencing, will the finished barrier pass a compliance inspection in this state?
- How do you handle sloping ground: stepped panels or raked to follow the slope?
What does a fencer cost in Australia?
Timber paling fences typically cost $75 to $120 per metre installed, Colorbond $85 to $140, and pool-compliant aluminium or glass considerably more, with frameless glass often $600 to $1,000 per metre. Gates start around $200 and motorised sliding gates can exceed $3,000. Slope, soil, old fence removal and access all drive prices, which vary by region. Neighbours usually share boundary fence costs under state dividing fences laws. Check quotes include GST.
Frequently asked questions
Does my neighbour have to pay half the fence cost?
Usually yes for a standard boundary fence. Each state's dividing fences legislation requires adjoining owners to share the cost of a sufficient fence, typically half each, and sets out a notice process before work starts. If you want something fancier than a basic fence, you generally pay the difference. Get any agreement in writing to avoid disputes.
Do fencing contractors need a licence?
In most states there is no specific fencing licence, though Queensland requires a QBCC licence for some structural work such as retaining walls, and any fence forming a pool barrier must meet strict standards regardless of who builds it. Focus on public liability insurance, references and photos of recent jobs, and get everything quoted in writing.
What are the rules for pool fencing?
Pool barriers across Australia must meet Australian Standard AS 1926.1, with a minimum 1.2 metre height, self-closing and self-latching gates and no climbable objects nearby. States add their own inspection and registration regimes, such as compliance certificates in NSW and Queensland. Fines for non-compliant barriers are substantial, so use a fencer who builds pool barriers regularly.
How long does a new fence take?
A straightforward suburban boundary fence of 20 to 30 metres usually takes one to two days once materials arrive, longer if the old fence needs removal or the ground is rocky. Concrete footings need time to cure before gates are hung. Lead times of two to four weeks are common for busy fencing contractors.
Colorbond or timber: which lasts longer?
Colorbond steel typically lasts 20 years or more with little maintenance and suits termite-prone and bushfire-prone areas. Treated pine paling fences are cheaper upfront and typically last 15 to 20 years, but need occasional repairs as palings warp or lift. Coastal properties should ask about marine-grade steel options, since salt spray shortens the life of standard finishes.