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Recent Temporary Fencing reviews
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Temporary fix for a fallen fence
$180
Excellent work. Great person.
Cover an open gateway temporarily
$180
Did a great job of building my temporary dog fence. Thankyou
Build 15m temporary dog fence in yard
$500
Great Service, great communication, Very Helpful!! Would highly recommend!
Move 8 temporary fence panels and feet
$60
Quality work and did the job well in time. Would definitely recommend.
Temporary fence in menangle park
$1,000
Prompt service with excellent follow up. Happy with the job and booked in for 3 months.
Temporary Fence
$500
What's the average cost of a temporary fencing contractor
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$200
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Top Temporary Fencing related questions
There are two main reasons to use temporary fencing around a construction site: to keep the project and workers safe and to prevent outsiders from getting hurt. A temporary security fence stops passers-by from accidentally wandering in and getting injured by debris or construction equipment. Also, the fence prevents interruptions and trespassing. Once you’re done using the temporary fencing on your construction site, consider hiring local after builders cleaning services through our platform.
First, you'll need to check the conditions on the site. Assess the ground, the immediate area, and the weather. Next, get the tools and materials for your temporary security fencing. Then, start installing the bases and panels, then connect the panels using clamps. Anchor your fence using temporary fencing stays. You may also want to wrap the panels with mesh or cloth rolls for better privacy and security.
There are several materials and fencing types that you can use as temporary fencing. These include a typical picket fence, bike rack barricade, chain link fence, and aluminium mojo barricades. Temporary picket fences are dog proof and are great for keeping intruders out of the area. Bike rack and mojo barricades are great for crowd control - especially if you need help managing a large event. Lastly, chain link fences are usually used at carnivals or construction sites.
Construction sites, events (such as marathons and concerts), and even carnivals require temporary fencing. Each kind of project calls for a different sort of temporary fencing, so it’s best to consult a local specialist about what materials will best fit your needs. Temporary garden fencing may differ from what a commercial construction site will need. A construction fence may not be the best for the spectators and participants in your sporting event.
This depends! You can request the disassembly of your temporary fencing in your task post and include this in your budget. Or if you don’t have an exact date on which you’ll no longer require a temporary fence, you can book a Tasker later on. Temporary fencing isn’t the only chore a Tasker can do for you - our platform also helps you find local construction workers and affordable demolition experts.
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What do temporary fencing services include?
When you request temporary security fencing services through our platform, you may expect a Tasker who can safely install a temporary fence that best fits your needs. In general, here’s what you can expect a temporary fencing specialist to do once they arrive at your location:
Assess conditions before installation
The Tasker starts by checking the weather and ground conditions on the site. The ground should be level, and there should be no danger of rain and slippery slopes. The immediate area should also be clear: no pedestrians, no intrusions, no passing traffic.
Bring the necessary tools and materials
Once the fencing specialist has declared the area ready for installation, they can bring in the necessary tools and materials. These include the fencing system (panels or pickets), the fence base, brackets, clamps, stays, nuts, bolts, a shifting spanner, and a cloth or material to protect your fence from dirt and debris.
Installing the first temporary fencing base and panel
Next, the Tasker sets the first fencing base into position. Then, they can place one of the posts of the first panel into one of the holes of the base. After this, they may connect a second fencing base to the other end of this first panel. The goal should be to support the first panel between these two fencing bases.
Connecting the panels
After the Tasker gets the first few bases and panels down, it's just a matter of properly connecting the rest of the fencing system. Use temporary fencing clamps to hold the first two panels together and secure them with a nut and bolt-thread side facing inwards to avoid possible injuries. They should also check for sturdiness and make sure the nut is nice and tight.
Once the Tasker has put up the first two panels, it's just a matter of putting down the next temporary fencing legs and panels and connecting them.
Securing your temporary fencing
Next, the Tasker installs safety stays to prevent your temporary security fencing from falling over. These stays go on the back of each panel and are attached using brackets. In addition to stays, the fencing specialist may also recommend using concrete blocks or sandbags to keep the fence sturdy.
Finally, the fencing specialist covers your fence using banner mesh, shade cloth rolls, or other types of fencing wrap. Banners increase security and privacy; these can even be used to advertise your business.
Recent Temporary Fencing tasks
Temporary fence / gate
$100
Brighton VIC 3186, Australia
5th Sep 2026
In need of a temp fence with gate that won’t blow over. Doesn’t need to aesthetic. Plastic or thin metal not a permanent installation Measurements: 270cm wide
Install spa fence for compliance purposes
$10
Vermont South VIC 3133, Australia
5th Sep 2026
We own a property that has a spa. Council advised to install a fence for compliance purposes. Attaching council's requirements diagram and current status of spa. access will be provided through property manager as its currently tenanted. creating a task for $10 initially so that taskers could give a quote Council’s Emergency Order requires: • Minimum fence height of 2.1 metres • Temporary fence panels installed across the entire open side of the spa area • No gaps greater than 100 mm at the bottom, sides or between panels • Panels properly joined with temporary-fence clamps • Fence secured to the existing timber posts and deck using metal straps and screws • Fence must not be movable, lifted or removed without tools • No gate or latch opening—the fence should be continuous and fixed check that no water is inside the spa & drain it.
Fence temporary fixing
$50
Thomastown VIC 3074, Australia
5th Sep 2026
Fence needs to be straighten up
Small handy person job - secure temp fence to timber fence
$100
Ivanhoe VIC 3079, Australia
4th Sep 2026
Need done today - a handyman or handy person to secure a temporary fence panel to the existing timber fencing, see photo
Great work done efficiently, thanks Paul
Install permanent side gate attatched to temproary fencing
$100
Maidstone VIC 3012, Australia
4th Sep 2026
Needing carpenter or handy man who can source or tell me type of side gate to get and install it to temporary fencing for security to be able to essily.open and close Its currently like this as you can see not the best security.
Temporary fence around the pool
$500
Box Hill NSW 2765, Australia
3rd Sep 2026
Pool under contractions, need temporary fence for 3-4 weeks Length around 9m width 4 m
Temporary chicken fence on side yard
$120
Jimboomba QLD 4280, Australia
3rd Sep 2026
My dog has a big backyard but we don’t want her to access the side yard as she likes eating rocks so we want to block those 2 sections off either with chicken fence or some sort of temporary fence as it is a rental and can’t do anything that involves cement.
Needing temp fence built to keep my dog safe in the yard
$100
East Brisbane QLD 4169, Australia
2nd Sep 2026
I an needing to get some temporary fencing built so that my dog is safe in the yard without him wondering off
Move temporary fencing
$100
Kenmore Hills QLD 4069, Australia
2nd Sep 2026
I have about 16 temporary fence panels and concrete legs at front of property need them moved to back of house about 280m up
Temporary fence for tree protection
$200
Morphett Vale SA 5162, Australia
1st Sep 2026
We need mesh fence for tree protection area for construction. We need someone to hire, this and install as per council requirements for 9 months and might be extended.
Ken was prompt with communication and completed task as required.
I want quite to repair temper fence in my backyard
$100
Hallam VIC 3803, Australia
27th Aug 2026
Two or Three posts broken and The wood at the bottom of the fence is rotten. Few temper may be need change and the fince slanted 7 m.
Temporary fencing installation & Landscaping
$1,000
Strathpine QLD 4500, Australia
26th Aug 2026
Scope of Work: - Erect and secure temporary construction fencing around the site. - Adjust, straighten and secure existing fence panels and fence feet. - Install remaining fence panels where required. - Cutting overgrown grass and weed along the fence line. - Basic site clean-up, including collecting and stacking loose fence panels, cones and other materials. - General labouring duties to leave the site neat, safe and secure. Requirements: - Experience with temporary fencing installation & Landscaping. - Able to lift and handle fence panels safely. - Own basic hand tools. - White Card preferred. - Reliable and able to complete the work within the day. The job is straightforward and mainly involves site mowing and general landscape maintenance, fencing adjustments, installation of the remaining panels, and a general tidy-up of the site.
Move temp fencing - Buderim
$10
Buderim QLD 4556, Australia
26th Aug 2026
Move temporary fencing so that it’s to boundary (20 panels) Carry 4 panels around into garden Friday or Saturday Make an offer
Erect temporary builder’s fencing
$200
Box Hill NSW 2765, Australia
26th Aug 2026
We have a chainwire fence along the front of our property. The driveway gates are at the end of the driveway. We want to put a temporary builder’s fence at the top of the driveway to prevent dumping. We have the fence on site for you to use.
Kevy was easy to work with, completed the task faster than expected and did a good, well thought out, job.
Temporary fencing 70 meters for a vacant land in Grantham Farm
$500
Grantham Farm NSW 2765, Australia
26th Aug 2026
I need 70 meters of temporary fencing installed for 6 months.
Temporary outdoor fencing with gate
$400
East Maitland NSW 2323, Australia
24th Aug 2026
We need a temporary fencing in our backyard with a gate to keep dogs from jumping over existing one. Total width is 5.143 m and the gate can be .126 m. Both need to be at least 1.8 m high. It has to be free standing because of strata regulations. The design and build must include a wind resistant structure. We can buy the material with mutual consultation. This quote is for installation but we are open for supply and install as well.
Temporary fence
$100
Aintree VIC 3336, Australia
1st Aug 2026
Purchased lot in Aintree, need temporary fence on front and ride side, left side and back is fenced by estate. Need this for 6 months.
Thanks, prompt easy to communicate with.
Install temporary mesh dog fence
$500
Coffs Harbour NSW 2450, Australia
29th Jun 2026
Need someone to put up a temporary mesh fence along my back boundary approx 30 m
Fantastic service- fast and efficient! Thank you
Temporary repair / secure kicked-in timber fence panels
$250
Surry Hills NSW, Australia
15th Jun 2026
I need someone experienced with basic carpentry or handyman work to temporarily close up and secure several kicked-in timber fence panels. The fence adjoins a laneway / rear access area and a few vertical timber palings have been kicked in, leaving gaps large enough for someone to see or potentially access through. This is a temporary security repair only until the full fence can be replaced. What needs doing: * Re-secure or replace the broken / loose timber palings where possible * Close up all visible gaps in the fence * Reinforce the damaged section so it cannot be easily pushed in again * Use practical temporary materials such as timber palings, plywood, bracing timber, screws, brackets, or similar * Make the area neat and safe, with no sharp nails, loose timber, or protruding screws * Remove or stack any loose broken timber neatly Materials: Ideally, please supply materials and include them in your quote. Happy for this to be a practical, secure temporary fix rather than a perfect cosmetic match. Access: The damaged fence is at the rear/side of the property and photos are attached. Requirements: * Must have own tools * Must be able to assess and complete a solid temporary repair * Experience with timber fencing, gates, or basic carpentry preferred * Need this done as soon as possible for security reasons
Trevor was absolutely brilliant! He came out the next day at very short notice to repair our fence. Really great job, and he was so friendly and quick to respond. Absolutely recommend anyone to use Trevor’s services.
Place temporary fencing around a paddock
$500
South Maclean QLD, Australia
9th Mar 2026
We need help setting star pickets and feeding through electric fencing for three paddocks no more than 50x50meters. We have all the equipment including pickets, electric fencing tape and the picket driver
Fantastic worker. Was a huge help. Got it done fast and efficient








