helenp Posted September 28, 2007 Share Posted September 28, 2007 Hi, We have just completed at last on our new home that has 3 acres of land, the majority is a paddock, that needs fencing. As we have 3 doggies we need to get it fenced as soon as possible as I do not want my beloved husky to run off. So my question is what is the best kind of fencing to have as I have 2 companies coming to quote tomorrow & I do not want to be ripped off, by having no idea what I need. Any advice would be great. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted September 28, 2007 Share Posted September 28, 2007 Congratulations. Sounds as if it will be expensive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlottechicken Posted September 28, 2007 Share Posted September 28, 2007 If you are quite rural you may be restricted by what type of fence you can have. Check with your local planning as to what they will allow if you are in green belt or National parkland. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoid Posted September 28, 2007 Share Posted September 28, 2007 If your just worred about your dog running away then this: http://home.howstuffworks.com/pet-fence.htm might be of use Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paola Posted September 28, 2007 Share Posted September 28, 2007 I thought that this thread was going to be about the sport Good luck It might be worth having a look in the back of a horse mag Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhapsody Posted September 28, 2007 Share Posted September 28, 2007 Ye Gods dont talk to me about fencing- we just bought ours up to standard and we own 40 acres so very expensive! I would go for normal post and rail in treated chestnut 4ft high with stock fencing (the stuff thats like a roll of wire squares) to stop the dogs escaping. Gates and gateposts really add to the cost so plan any gates carefully, let me look through my paperwork and find out how much we paid per yard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted September 28, 2007 Share Posted September 28, 2007 All these lucky people with land - I hanker for a few acres of my own (but can't afford it around here ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christian Posted September 28, 2007 Share Posted September 28, 2007 Everyday, I stare wishfully at the paddock behind our house (that used to belong to the house before we bought it)....... A cube there, a few sheep there, a double garage over there (for OH ) ooooohh and a poly tunnel in the corner.........if only! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helenp Posted September 28, 2007 Author Share Posted September 28, 2007 Thanks everyone, we went & got the keys earlier & walked over the paddock & are deciding what to fence etc.. we have a huge oak tree & that has an owl box on the trunk.. It is amazing to think it is mine (well if i forget the mortage) Going to hang piccies & get curtains etc in the morning!!! Just want to move in, but we have to get the fencing done first Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helen&Lee Posted September 28, 2007 Share Posted September 28, 2007 Definately Post and Rail with wire. It's going to be fairly expensive - fencing materials are stabilising but the last year has seen a huge increase in fencing prices. Don't let these fencing blokes give you any nonsense - if they are good at what they do expect to have to wait a few weeks before they can do it . The fencing guy I sub-contract our work out to is currently on 3-4 weeks. Helen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted September 29, 2007 Share Posted September 29, 2007 We have post and rail with stock netting (the sheep one as it has smaller squares at the bottom to stop lambs escaping) and metal gates with an easy to use catch as well as the sliding one you have to pull. We use the lad from the next farm and pay on an hourly basis - but he always works hard so we don't worry about being ripped off. Our last lot has been waiting all summer, we have to wait for all the harvest to be in and then he has contract ploughing to do. We opened an account at the local timber merchants, so when he needs fencing, he puts it all on there - and we get the delivery notes so we can check it all.(and we get the bills as well, unfortunately ) If you think you may have lambs or piglets then you need to start with the right gates - they have wire mesh across so that small animals can't wriggle through. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helenp Posted October 3, 2007 Author Share Posted October 3, 2007 Hi, We have had a quote of £5,000 which totally knocked me of my perch!!! I knew it would be expensive but not that much!!! We are waiting on a new quote to come in, fingers crossed it will be cheaper... We need it to be done as it is stopping us move, please don't mention piglets as I am veggie all would stay with me & live happily ever after!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted October 4, 2007 Share Posted October 4, 2007 - I was veggie. for 25 years Helen...... until we started 'growing our own' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helenp Posted October 4, 2007 Author Share Posted October 4, 2007 Just had another quote of £11,000 so I have booked the £5,000 guys!! They have said that they can start in a week, so I can move soon The reason I came a veggie was I hate the killing process, and I don't ever want to go back to eating meat, I feel healthier, my skin and hair are better than ever. No all animals that come to live with me will stay for ever.. Just need a new name now for the house Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted October 4, 2007 Share Posted October 4, 2007 Just need a new name now for the house Are you inviting us to make suggestions! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helenp Posted October 7, 2007 Author Share Posted October 7, 2007 Our house is calld Merimore or something like that, doesn't really fit with me & the 3 doggies, the 2 cats, the hens, the bunny & the hamsters!!! I did like " Muddy duck cottage", but we don't have ducks & OH won't let me have any!!! Any suggestions on a new name would be great Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
