// Fencer · fence installer · fence contractor · Sunderland · SR1–SR6
Fencers in Sunderland.
Fencers based at NE13 7BA, covering Sunderland and the SR1–SR6 postcodes. Fencing boards, posts, rails and sleepers across the city — centre to Roker to Doxford. We install closeboard and panel fencing, post-and-rail boundary, gates, and we handle storm-damage repairs across the area.
Sunderland splits into two jobs-wise: the coastal Roker/Seaburn streets where we're replacing storm-damaged panels and adding caps for longevity, and the inland Silksworth/Doxford estates where it's mostly new-build trade supply and full closeboard runs. Houghton, Hetton and Penshaw run the older terraced stock — lots of single-panel replacements and gate-post jobs.
What our Sunderland fencers do
Closeboard fence install
Standard 6ft closeboard runs — concrete-set 4×3 or 4×4 posts, two rails, gravel board, sized boards in a tight line. The default for most Sunderland back gardens.
Closeboard quote →Panel fence install
Lap or overlap panels between concrete or timber posts — usually faster than closeboard and a tighter fit for budget-led Sunderland jobs.
Panel quote →Fence repairs in Sunderland
Storm-damage panels, broken posts, leaning fences, gate post repairs. Same-week call-out for most Sunderland postcodes.
Repair quote →Gate supply and hanging
Garden gates, drive gates, double-gate frames. Hung true, posted properly. Available alongside fence installs or standalone.
Gate quote →Composite decking installs
Low-maintenance composite decks across Sunderland. Hollow-core or solid boards, hidden-fix clips, treated subframe.
Decking quote →Supply only
Not ready for install? Browse the yard — pressure-treated boards, posts, rails and gravel boards delivered to Sunderland.
Browse stock →Why Sunderland fence installs work the way they do
The North Sea air is the big factor on anything east of the A1018. Salt accelerates rot at the ground line, so we recommend gravel boards under every coastal fence and pressure-treated posts as a minimum — never untreated. Sandy soil in pockets near Seaburn and Roker means standard post depths need a touch more concrete than inland.
Areas we install in: Roker, Fulwell, Seaburn, Houghton-le-Spring, Penshaw, Hetton, Silksworth, Doxford Park, Ryhope, Tunstall, Pallion. Plus surrounding villages and postcodes (SR1–SR6). If you're not sure if we cover you, drop your postcode in the quote form.
Common questions for Sunderland fencers
Does the sea air shorten fence life in Roker and Seaburn?
Yes — coastal fences typically last 15–25 years vs 20–30 inland. We recommend pressure-treated 4×4 posts, gravel boards under every run, and a cap rail on top to protect the board ends. Cheaper untreated timber rots out in under five years on a Sunderland coast plot.
How long does a fence install in Sunderland usually take?
A standard 15–25m run of 6ft closeboard takes a two-person team about a day. Bigger runs, or jobs with old fence to take out, run to 2 or 3 days. We confirm the time estimate in writing on the quote so there's no surprise.
How much does fence installation cost in Sunderland?
Most domestic 5–6ft closeboard fence installs in Sunderland land in the £45–£95 per metre range supplied and built — final figure depends on height, post section, ground condition, access and any old fence to clear. We can price to budget where the scope flexes. Get a quote and we'll come back with a real number.
Do you install panel fencing or just closeboard in Sunderland?
Both. Closeboard runs longer and weathers better; panels go in faster and cost less. Most Sunderland jobs go closeboard, but we'll quote either way and explain the trade-off.
Can you do storm-damage repairs in Sunderland?
Yes — single panels, broken posts, leaning fences, gate damage. Send a photo via the repair form with your postcode. We usually quote from photos for simple jobs and book inside the same week.
Trade pricing for builders in Sunderland?
Yes. Open a trade account for net terms and trade rates. Phone the yard on 0191 695 1983.
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Fencing in Sunderland
Broader fencing page — install + supply + repair info for Sunderland.
Fencing in Sunderland →Delivery to Sunderland
Supply-only? Next-day kerbside delivery to SR1–SR6.
Delivery →Fencers in Washington
NE37–NE38 · 30 min from the yard
Fencers in Washington →Fencers in South Shields
NE32–NE34 · 35 min from the yard
Fencers in South Shields →Need a fencer in Sunderland?
Tell us what you need — install, supply or repair — and your postcode. Most quotes back same day.