Ellis Services Group
Call0403 069 685

Boundaries and outdoor living

Timber Fence & Gate Repairs in Perth

Timber fencing services cover paling, picket and screening fences, including new runs, damaged sections and gates.

What needs attention?

Choose the closest match to see the repair considerations and details.

What we check on site

Local fence damage and a leaning fence line

A single-panel replacement may retain sound surrounding structure. We check post condition, access, boundary approval and underground services before digging or replacement. Old unidentified fibre-cement material needs separate assessment before disturbance.

Wind-damaged palings and a fence leaning beside a driveway need different repair plans. Keep clear of unstable sections, describe the location and confirm who can authorise boundary work. Do not remove old sheets to inspect concealed posts.

Why leaning returns

A repaired fence may lean again if posts, footings, rails or ground movement remain unresolved. Replacing palings alone does not strengthen a failing support. The whole affected section needs assessment before another local repair is chosen.

Old fibre-cement material

Leave old unidentified fibre-cement sheets undisturbed; do not cut, drill or remove them. We assess the affected fence and materials before confirming the repair plan.

A sagging side gate and its supporting posts

A side gate that will not latch after rain or allows a dog to escape needs the current gap and support condition assessed. Do not rely on an unstable gate for containment while waiting for the repair; confirm boundary approval and access.

Repeated gate drop

A gate can drop when hinge fixings loosen, timber decays, the leaf distorts or the supporting post moves. Latch adjustment alone may hide the symptom temporarily. The gate and its supports need assessment before a durable repair is selected.

Pool gates are safety equipment

A pool gate forms part of a safety barrier and needs its closing, latching and complete barrier requirements assessed. Ordinary garden-gate adjustment does not establish compliance. We treat pool-barrier repairs as a separate specialist scope. Automated and security gates also have separate requirements.

Boundaries, underground services, treated-timber handling and any retaining function need to be considered before digging or replacement.

Service scope and quote details

Replace timber fence boards and repair gates

Fence Repairs: Retain Sound Timber & Supports

Fence repairs focus on the existing timber fence or side gate. We check palings, rails, posts, fixings and adjoining support before agreeing local replacement or adjustment. Tell us where the fence leans or the gate drags and whether the issue returned after an earlier repair. New boards alone may not address failed support.

Use new fence building for a complete new or replacement run, and fencing project coordination for several sections, gates and staged interfaces.

Can just the damaged section be repaired?

We check the posts, rails and available matching timber to explain whether a local repair is suitable. We measure the affected section, confirm access and approval arrangements, then provide the repair quote. Related: existing timber fence repair example

What Affects the Quote?

Timber type, repair length, post condition, hardware, removal and access influence the quote.

Related services

Discuss timber fence repairs

Discuss the job with our Perth team

Tell us your suburb, what needs attention and any access arrangements.

Contact us0403 069 685

Timber Fencing service guide

Timber Fencing: Common Questions

Can loose or damaged timber palings be replaced individually?

Individual boards or a damaged section may be repairable when the remaining posts and rails are sound. Rot or storm damage in the supports may need broader work. We check the material, damage and access; confirm approval arrangements for a shared boundary before work proceeds.

Can a sagging timber side gate be repaired without replacement?

We check the gate frame, hinges, latch and supporting posts, including movement after rain. Adjustment may suit sound components; decay or movement can require replacement of affected parts. Moving the latch alone may not correct a dropping frame or post. Pool gates and powered gates have separate safety requirements.

Why does a repaired fence keep leaning?

Post or footing deterioration, damaged connections or ground movement can remain after surface repairs. We assess the affected supports, surroundings and any retaining function before choosing local work or replacement. New palings alone may not address the cause.

What should happen before repairing an old fibre-cement fence?

Leave unidentified sheets undisturbed and tell us which part of the fence needs repair. We arrange material assessment before repair or removal; do not cut, drill or pressure clean suspect sheets.

Why does a gate keep dropping on one side?

Hinges, fixing material, leaf condition or a moving post can cause repeated drop. We check the gate and support together; moving the latch alone may not resolve the cause.

Are pool-gate repairs different from ordinary gate repairs?

Yes. The gate is part of a safety barrier, with closing, latching and barrier requirements to assess. We confirm the appropriate pool-fence scope and personnel. An ordinary hinge adjustment alone does not establish compliance.

What should I prepare for a shared-boundary or rental fence repair?

Identify the damaged fence section or gate, who can authorise the repair and any neighbour access arrangements. Share boundary information or approvals already available, without assuming the existing fence marks the legal boundary. We check the supports, access and repair options on site, then confirm the agreed work, removal and finish requirements in the written quote.

Service details

  • Install posts, rails and timber boards to the agreed fence style
  • Replace rotted or storm-damaged sections after checking the support
  • Build or adjust compatible timber gates and screening panels

Site assessment and enquiry details

  • Fence length, height, style and timber preference
  • Photos of posts, slopes, access and adjoining structures
  • Boundary information and whether removal of an old fence is needed

Describe the timber fence work you need. We measure the fence line and check posts, rails, access and ground conditions on site before confirming materials, work and the quote. Existing photos and approximate measurements are optional; email safely taken images to handyman.maintenance.au@outlook.com if available.

Service pricing

Service price range

Ellis Services Group service price range

A$84–$320per linear metre, installed; timber/specification dependent

We provide a written quote after an on-site assessment of the property, materials, access and agreed scope of work. Contact our team to arrange your assessment.

We set out the pricing basis, fees and included work in your written quote so you can see the scope of the job.

Perth metropolitan service area

Speak with our local team

Choose your area to include it in the enquiry.

Perth CBD & Inner SuburbsNorth Perth & StirlingJoondalup & Northern SuburbsSouth Perth & CanningFremantle & Coastal SouthEastern Suburbs, Midland & SwanCockburn, Rockingham & Southern CorridorWestern Suburbs & SwanbournePerth Hills, Mundaring & Kalamunda

Guides & repair examples

Talk directly with our Perth team

Enquire about this service

Tell us what needs fixing, where the property is and any access details. We will discuss the job directly with you.

Contact Us