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Replace a wood palling

$40

Fantastic job , very helpful and efficient- recommend using John .

Put wooden top on gate

$60

Excellent person and very skilled person. Highly recommended.

Leaning Wooden Fence to be repaired

$200

Easy to deal with

Cut off wood posts on fence

$50

Joseph did a wonderful job, on time, as requested, skilled carpenter. Highly recommend. Thanks Joseph

Install a new wooden gate

$250

Excellent work thanks Ashley

Put up a wooden gate to my back yard

$100

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How do you get a sturdy fence put up to complement your home’s exteriors while giving you more privacy and a measure of security? By booking a reliable builder on Airtasker to put up your wood fencing, that’s how! Finding a good builder to install your wood fencing is a tedious task in itself, which is why Airtasker is here to help.

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Top Wood Fencing related questions

Sure, for as long as you have the materials, tools, and skills. You should also know precisely how to put up a wood fence that complies with state laws and your council’s regulations. If you are unsure how to build a proper fence, don’t risk the hassle of fines and penalties should your wood fencing fail to comply - hire an expert on our platform instead.

That depends on the wood and if the fence had a protective sealant applied. The most durable woods for wood fencing are spruce, cedar, and pine. You may be surprised to discover that untreated cedar can last from 15 to 30 years, and 40 years if treated. Pine can last ten years untreated, and 20 years with sealant. Spruce is the least durable, lasting only five years without sealant but can last for as long as 20 years if treated. 

Yes, it’s possible to have fences that don’t need holes to drive posts into, and these are called free-standing fences. Most free-standing fences are prefabricated and made of less durable materials like PVC. While the effort of assembly and placement are minimal, they’re often too low to provide any security or privacy. You should also check with your state’s laws and council rules if they allow free-standing fences. 

A good fence that provides security, privacy and looks modern can add 10 to 20% to your property’s value - this is regardless of the material used to make the fence. If you plan to put your property on the market, remember that a home with a fence appeals most to families and pet owners. A poorly designed or poorly-made fence can’t harm your property’s value, but it adds no value either. 

That depends on your budget, the maintenance you’re willing to do and your personal preference. Staining the panels and posts of your wood fence shows off the wood grain, whereas paint dramatically changes how a fence looks. Staining is easier since you can always add more staining to the wood, while paint requires sanding off the old paint before applying a fresh coat.  

You can protect your wood fencing against termites with an oil-based stain or apply an oil-based primer followed by a termite-resistant paint. Some maintenance around your backyard is necessary; remove any old, rotten stumps close to your fence and store firewood a few metres away from your fence. You should also clear away any sources of moisture and inspect each section of your fence regularly for termites. 

What do wood fencing services include?

Wood fencing services include all the activities necessary to install a timber fence on your property. Your hired wood fencing builder can ensure that it is functional, aesthetically pleasing and complies with rules and regulations on fencing. This service can include taking the necessary measurements, procuring materials to put up the fence, assembling the fence and applying finishing touches. 

Taking measurements

Your wood fence installation begins by discussing the size and location of your wood fence with your hired Tasker. After you specify your needs and where you want the wood fence, your hired wood fence builder takes all the necessary measurements. They can place your wood fence anywhere on your property, as long as its placement complies with rules set by your state and your local council.   

Procuring materials for wood fencing

Upon request, some Taskers can get all the needed materials for constructing and installing your timber fence, from the type of wood fence panels you need to the sealants needed for the job. They can put up a fence in the style you want and get all the posts, timber frame and timber panels. 

Your hired Tasker can also cut any parts of the timber fence down to size if necessary. If your hired builder has to cut timber on-site, you may want to hire a separate service to clean up.  

Installing the posts and assembling the panels

Your hired builder can dig holes in your backyard to install the posts for the wood fence. They can ensure that the holes are deep enough and are uniform in depth before burying the posts. Before burying the posts, your Tasker can ensure that the posts are level and of equal length. Once they're placed in the holes, they apply a partial filling of concrete to each hole

Assembling and attaching the panel sections

Your Tasker can assemble sections of wood panels as the concrete dries. They can ensure that each panel is cut uniformly and at the right length, then assemble the panels into sections. Once the concrete is dry, your Tasker attaches fasteners on the top and bottom of each post. They then attach each panel section to the posts. 

Finishing touches

Your Tasker can install fascia boards on the outer sections of the wood fence and caps on each post. Upon request, some Taskers can apply a protective sealant to prevent moisture damage and repel pests. 

You can also hire a separate service to paint your newly installed fence in a colour that matches your home. While you’re upgrading your backyard, why not get someone to beautify what’s behind your wood fence as well? 

If you're keen to know how much does wood fencing cost, check out our wood fencing cost guide.

Recent Wood Fencing tasks

Need a Fence Replaced. Existing wooden replaced with Metal

$100

Hoppers Crossing VIC 3029, Australia

3rd Dec 2023

Currently have wooden fence which needs to be removed, diposed and replaced with color steel fence. Approximately 25M long, 1.8M high. - Due date: Flexible

Cut wooden fence

$150

Sherwood QLD, Australia

3rd Dec 2023

Cut wooden fence into half height and cut one opening in the fence. I have a circular saw that can be used. - Due date: Before Friday, December 8, 2023

Install new wooden post for front gate

$300

Newtown NSW, Australia

3rd Dec 2023

I need a new wooded post to be attached to brick wall for front small fence. The existing wood post as dry rot - Due date: Flexible

Replace 4.85M wooden fence with colorbond and gate.

$800

Palmwoods QLD, Australia

3rd Dec 2023

Replace wooden fence between house and side fence with colorbond including gate with lock. Total length is 4.85M. Easy access and I am usually home. - Due date: Before Thursday, 14 December 2023

Back fence wooden needs to be replaced with colour bond

$1,000

Southport QLD, Australia

2nd Dec 2023

Back fence wooden needs to be replaced with colour bond - Due date: Flexible

Remove part of wooden side fence and install a gate 90 x 183

$250

Mentone VIC, Australia

2nd Dec 2023

Remove portion of fence install gate. Posts already in place to install gate . - Due date: Flexible

Install outdoor wooden fence extensions

$300

Beaumaris VIC, Australia

2nd Dec 2023

Timber fencing around courtyard requires installation of extension pieces. I’ll post photos tomorrow. - Due date: Before Friday, 15 December 2023

Possibly need new wooden fence post for side gate

$45

North Lakes QLD 4509, Australia

1st Dec 2023

New post needed or replanting old one. Approx 6ft

Fix a wooden residential fence

$200

Upper Kedron QLD, Australia

26th Nov 2023

Hi. An adjoining residential wooden fence needs repairing and some replacement. The beams are on my side, however access to the other side will be available. Only 1 vertical structure beam is leaning. I don’t know how big of a job this is so please make an offer and msg what you think would be required to fix this fence. - Due date: Before Sunday, December 3, 2023

Steven and his friend fixed my wooden residential perimeter fence that was rotten and leaning. His quote was the lowest, and this included a new support post. Other quotes were higher without including a new post. The guys were friendly, very efficient, had all of the required tools and cleaned up the left over soil etc. Job well done. The fence is now fixed and perfectly straight again. The ETA blew out by 3 hours which was frustrating.

Repair and re-attach wooden gate in back garden.

$80

Sunnybank Hills QLD, Australia

3rd Nov 2023

Wooden garden gate requires re-attachment to wooden fence, including hinges and padlocked bolt. (Photo shows gate wedged into place). Requires hinges to be drilled into gate post. - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 8 November 2023

Very competent, reliable and friendly. Recommended.

Install 2x wooden lattice screens to existing fence

$60

Bondi Junction NSW, Australia

15th Oct 2023

Install 2x wooden lattice screens over existing fence - Due date: Needs to be done on Sunday, 15 October 2023

Ant got the job done immaculately!

A wooden gate made and installed

$400

Fremantle WA, Australia

14th Oct 2023

I need a wooden gate made and installed along with 2 posts. Picture of style provided (it is not the correct dimension) Treated pine is fine. It is to be painted matt black - gate hardware and paint will be provided. As will some labour depending on advice re the posts. - Due date: Before Sunday, 29 October 2023

We are very happy with the gate Carl made from scratch. He was prompt and hardworking. Thank you

Fix/ replace wood fence post

$200

Appin NSW, Australia

26th Sep 2023

The bottom part of the wood fence post is cracked. Just wanting someone to either fix or replace the post before it possibly collapses. - Due date: Flexible

A great all round worker, very prompt, helpful and ensures to get the jobs done well and not rushed.

Handyperson needed to straighten wooden fence

$200

Surrey Hills VIC, Australia

29th Aug 2023

[1] central portion of front wooden fence has sagged, likely due to foundation poles rot / movement. Goal is to re-enforce fence with additional support(s) to have it standing straight again and allow pedestrian / car gates to close well (at present not able due to fence sag. [2] Ideal completion of job would be during this timings: Wednesday 30th August 3pm + , or Thursday 31st August 9am - 1:30pm [3] I would expect the job to take between 1-2 hours of work. Supporting materials not provided. [4] Refer photos + highlights (x area that needs support, tick area that is fine, not need any work) for more context. - Due date: Before Friday, 1 September 2023

Vern was prompt, clear, thought well about the problem and came back with the right equipment / plan to ensure the job would be done well. Pricing was fair and reasonable and quick turn around. Would use again

Build a wooden frame in front of fence to attach decorative screen to

$300

Thornlie WA, Australia

23rd Aug 2023

Hi, I’m looking for someone to help build a wooden frame in front of my back fence that I can use to attach a decorative screen to down the track. Looking to add a frame where the orange lines are in the attached photo. Will supply the materials - Due date: Flexible

Excellent communication, very helpful with design and getting required materials, excellent quality

Fix wooden fencing in garden

$350

Armadale VIC, Australia

15th Aug 2023

We need a fence panel replaced as you can see our neighbor's dog has damaged our existing fence. We would also like a new post added to help the fence leaning (neighbors dog causing lean on the fence) You will need to supply all materials 2.4 m Height fence. This week!!

Very accurate and lovely guy! Gets it done!

Wooden fence

$5

Burwood NSW, Australia

13th Aug 2023

Replace old fence with something similar, 4 meters, small gate on side - Due date: Flexible

Very friendly

Removal of wooden fence 30m long - 13 posts concrete footing

$1,200

Yeronga QLD 4104, Australia

6th Aug 2023

Removal of wooden fence length 30m 13 posts with concrete footings. Removal of a wooden outdoor sitting area ground level 3x3m Disposal of material / wooden rails , posts, concrete footings - Due date: Flexible

Definitely on point !

Install a Gate Latch on a Wooden Gate -Quick Task!

$25

Pagewood NSW, Australia

22nd Jul 2023

Install a Key-Lockable Gate Latch on outdoor wooden fence. Instructions also available VIA https://www.bunnings.com.au/lokklatch-general-purpose-gate-latch_p4150105 - Due date: Flexible

Too easy - thank you!

Add Fence Toppers to existing wooden back fence

$500

Oak Park VIC, Australia

19th Jul 2023

Looking for someone to supply and install fence toppers to an existing back fence and side gate fence. 2400x500mm Approximately 16m long on the back fence and 1.3m side gate fence - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 21 July 2023

Laurence was extremely helpful, picking up materials and getting the fence toppers up. He was well prepared and efficient! Would highly recommend