Garden Fencing in Essex

Supplying and erecting high-quality residential and commercial fencing, durable, storm-resistant boundaries that look the part.

garden fencing in essex

Reliable Boundaries, Built to Last

A fence is more than a boundary, it gives you privacy, security and a frame for the whole garden. We’ve been putting up garden fencing in Essex since 1987, whether that’s a decorative picket fence to lift your kerb appeal or heavy-duty security fencing for a commercial site. Either way, every post is set deep and every panel sits level.

The Essex climate is hard on timber, with high winds and damp ground, so the build quality matters. We use pressure-treated timber and professional-grade fixings to keep your fence upright and looking good for years rather than seasons.

Residential & Decorative Garden Fencing in Essex

We install a range of styles tailored to your needs for privacy, light and looks.

Closeboard fencing

For maximum privacy and strength, closeboard is our top recommendation. Built from overlapping vertical featheredge boards, it's exceptionally robust. We supply it as pre-fabricated panels or build it on site in traditional "bays" with arris or cant rails, and that on-site method is ideal for sloping ground, because the fence can be stepped or raked to follow the contour of the land.

Palisade and picket fencing

If you want to mark a boundary without blocking light or the view, picket (palisade) fencing is ideal. It creates a sense of openness while still keeping children and pets safely in the garden. We install it at various heights, with 3ft (900mm) the most popular for front gardens.

Posts and gravel boards, the foundation of longevity

The secret to long-lasting fencing is keeping the timber out of direct contact with damp earth. We offer two main options: Pressure-treated softwood, for a natural, cohesive look Pre-cast concrete (PCC), for maximum durability, as concrete posts and gravel boards are impervious to rot and give the strongest possible skeleton for your fence

Commercial Fencing Contractors

Beyond residential gardens, we work as commercial fencing contractors for business parks, schools and industrial estates. Our security fencing options include high-security palisade, V-mesh systems and acoustic fencing to reduce noise.

All commercial installations meet health and safety standards, and our team is fully insured and experienced in working within sensitive and operational environments, providing secure boundaries that protect your assets and give facilities managers peace of mind.

Why Choose DRH Landscapes for Your Fencing

Storm-ready installation

We dig post holes to a minimum of 2ft and set them in high-strength post-mix concrete, so your fence stands up to the Essex winter gales.

Sustainable sourcing

We prioritise timber from FSC-certified forests, so your fence is as environmentally responsible as it is durable.

Tidy workmanship

Our team is known for being polite and clean on site. We remove all old fencing and, as registered waste carriers with the Environment Agency, dispose of it responsibly.

Nearly 40 years of experience

With nearly four decades putting up fences across Essex, we've handled every ground condition, every slope and every style. That experience means fewer surprises and a better finish.

Garden Fencing in Essex, Your Questions Answered

Common questions about our fencing services. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, give us a call.

What's the most durable type of fencing?

For sheer durability, closeboard fencing installed with concrete posts and concrete gravel boards is hard to beat. The concrete never rots, and closeboard panels are thick enough to take significant wind pressure. Contact us today!

Yes. As commercial fencing contractors we install a range of security solutions, including steel palisade and mesh systems designed to keep unauthorised people out of commercial sites. Contact us today!

Most residential fencing projects take one to three days, depending on the length of the run and the ground conditions. We give you a clear timeline at your free site visit. Contact us today!

Wooden posts give a more traditional, natural look that many prefer for decorative fencing. Concrete posts are the “fit and forget” option — they don’t suffer ground rot. We’ll show you samples of both at your consultation. Contact us today!

Yes, this is exactly where a specialist matters. We use the “stepping” method for panels or “raking” for on-site builds, so the fence follows the incline while staying perfectly upright and secure. Contact us today!

In most cases, no — not for a fence under two metres high, or under one metre if it fronts a highway. Different rules can apply to listed buildings and conservation areas, and we’ll advise you on this at your site visit.

Most of our timber is pressure-treated (tanalised), which protects against rot for many years. To keep decorative fencing looking its best, we recommend a quality timber preservative or stain every two to three years to guard against UV fading and water ingress.

Yes. We can dismantle and take away your old fencing as part of the job, and as registered waste carriers we make sure the old materials are disposed of responsibly.

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