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Garden Fencing in Musselburgh
Fences built for wind and sea air, with stronger posts and fixings that won't rust.
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We supply and fit garden fencing in Musselburgh and around Wallyford and Whitecraig – panel, closeboard and slatted fencing plus gates, on solid posts built for Scottish weather.
Being close to the Forth gives Musselburgh fresh air and big skies, and it also gives garden fences a hard time. Wind off the water puts real load on fence panels, and salty air corrodes cheap nails and fixings faster than inland. A fence built for a sheltered city garden often doesn't last here.
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Garden fencing in Musselburgh: how we work
Wind-aware design
On exposed boundaries we steer away from solid panels, which catch the wind like a sail. Closeboard fencing is stronger and built in place on rails, and slatted fencing lets some wind through, reducing the load on the posts.
Stronger posts
Posts are concrete or heavy treated timber, set deep and concreted in. In the most exposed spots, such as gardens near the shore at Fisherrow and Levenhall, we space posts more closely.
Fixings that won't rust
We use galvanised or stainless steel nails, screws and brackets so the fence doesn't fail at the fixings or leave rust streaks down the boards.
Gravel boards
Concrete or treated gravel boards keep timber off wet ground, which is where most rot begins.
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Fencing for every kind of Musselburgh garden
Enclosed town gardens
Many older gardens are bounded by stone walls on some sides and fencing on others. We fit fencing that meets walls neatly, and can put a fence on top of a low wall.
Villa gardens in Inveresk
Longer runs of fencing, often along with mature hedging and stone walls. In the conservation area, a traditional style usually suits best, and front boundaries may need permission.
New estates in Wallyford and Craighall
Builder-fitted panel fences on timber posts that are starting to lean or rot. We replace them with longer-lasting fencing on concrete-set posts.
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Boundaries and neighbours
Your title deeds should say who owns each boundary. If a fence is shared, agree the line, height and style with your neighbour before work starts. We're happy to provide one quote you can split.
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Gates
Side gates and back gates hung on solid posts, with galvanised hinges and latches that cope with coastal air. See garden gates.
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Where we fit fences around Musselburgh
Musselburgh, Fisherrow, Levenhall, Inveresk, Wallyford, Whitecraig and Craighall, plus nearby Prestonpans.
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What affects the cost of fencing in Musselburgh
Exposure
The closer to the shore, the stronger the build: closer post spacing and heavier timber or concrete posts.
Style
Closeboard and slatted fencing cost more than panels but last far longer on the coast.
Fixings
Galvanised or stainless fixings cost a little more but stop rust failures.
Walls
Fitting fencing neatly against or on top of old walls takes extra time.
Old fencing
Removal and disposal of the old fence and post concrete.
Gates
Coastal-grade hinges and latches.
Musselburgh fencing FAQs
What's the best fence for a windy garden?
Closeboard or slatted fencing on concrete-set posts. Solid panels are the most likely to blow out.
Can you put a fence on top of my garden wall?
Often, yes, if the wall is sound. The combined height needs to stay within planning limits, usually 2 metres, or 1 metre at the front facing a road.
My fence blew down in a storm. Can you replace it quickly?
We'll get to you as soon as we can and can make the boundary safe first. See fence repairs.
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Get a quote for fencing in Musselburgh
Send a photo and rough lengths. Call or text 07426 792387 or request a free quote. See also garden fencing and other services in Musselburgh.
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