Residential fencing
Closeboard, feather-edge, hit-and-miss and picket — sized and finished to sit right on Guildford's Georgian streets, village lanes and modern developments across GU1–GU5.
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Guildford · Surrey · GU1 postcodes
Fencing Company in Guildford — vetted, insured, highly rated.
Your local fencing crew for homes, paddocks and commercial sites across Guildford, Burpham, Merrow, Onslow Village and the wider GU1–GU5 postcodes. Free quote within 24 hours, tidy work, honest pricing.
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Checkatrade · 568 reviews
Vetted & insured£1,000 guarantee25+ years experience
9.92 Checkatrade · 568 reviews
Why homeowners and businesses trust us
Rated, vetted and proven on real jobs.
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Your local Guildford fencing company
21+ years of fencing across Guildford and the Surrey Hills.
1st 4 Fencing Services Ltd is a VAT-registered limited company installing and repairing fences across Guildford, Burpham, Merrow, Onslow Village, Worplesdon and the wider GU1–GU5 postcodes. We handle everything from a single storm-damaged panel to full property perimeters and paddock runs — with the same crews, the same standards and the same guarantee every time.
You get a real, itemised quote within one working day, work booked in around you, and a tidy site at the end. We're used to Guildford Borough Council planning, the town's conservation areas and the mix of period cottages, University of Surrey properties and newer builds across the area.
What we do in Guildford
Fencing services across GU1–GU5
Equestrian & paddock
Post-and-rail, stock and paddock fencing, field gates and driveway posts for smallholdings and yards across the Surrey Hills AONB, Worplesdon and Shalford.
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Commercial & security
Weldmesh, palisade and timber perimeter systems for businesses, schools and University of Surrey properties around Guildford town centre and the Slyfield industrial estate.
Learn moreRepairs & storm damage
24-hour GU emergency call-outs after high winds off the Surrey Hills. Fast panel replacement, post repairs, and full insurance-job paperwork handled for you.
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Real jobs, recently finished.
A snapshot of our latest fencing work.
Getting your Guildford quote in 4 steps
Four simple steps from first call to finished fence.
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Get in touch
Call us or submit the quote form — add a photo of the fence if you've got one, it helps us come back faster.
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Free site visit
Usually within 24–48 hours. We measure up, talk you through the options, and answer anything on the spot.
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Fixed, itemised quote
Sent through the same or next working day. Materials, labour and access clearly priced — no hidden extras.
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Install & tidy-up
Work booked around you, site left clean at the end of every day, and your guarantee handed over on completion.
Indicative pricing in Guildford
A rough idea before you pick up the phone.
Every job is quoted properly on-site — access, ground, panel type and gate hardware all move the final number. The ranges below are typical ballpark figures for planning, not a quote.
Indicative only — confirm exact pricing on your free quote.
| Item | Unit | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Closeboard fence panel (installed) | per metre | £70–£110 |
| Feather-edge panel (installed) | per metre | £110–£160 |
| Matching timber gate | supply & hang | £300–£600 |
| Concrete post & gravel-board upgrade | per post | £45–£75 |
| Emergency call-out (storm/repair) | first hour | £60–£90 |
Why Guildford picks us
20+ years, one crew, one standard.
We know Guildford Borough planning, we know the chalk-and-clay soils around Merrow and the Hog's Back, and we know which fence lasts on an exposed Surrey Hills boundary.
Local reputation
What your neighbours in Guildford are already saying about us.
- 9.92 / 10 on Checkatrade from 568 reviews
- 20+ years across Guildford, Burpham, Merrow and Worplesdon
- Fair, transparent quotes — no pressure, no upsell
Trust & peace of mind
Every job backed by proper cover, not just a handshake.
- Checkatrade member since 2018
- £1,000 Checkatrade guarantee (T&Cs apply)
- Fully insured; compliant with BS 1722
Emergency & insurance
When a storm hits, we're the ones your insurer calls.
- 24-hour emergency repairs across GU1–GU5
- Priority slots for storm damage and insurance jobs
- We liaise with your insurer and file the paperwork
High-quality materials
The right material for a conservation street or a modern build.
- Pressure-treated timber — built for Surrey weather
- Concrete posts and gravel boards — low-maintenance
- Estate railings, aluminium and vinyl for modern runs
Where we work in Guildford
All of GU1–GU5 — plus the surrounding Surrey Hills villages
From Guildford town centre and the High Street out through Burpham, Merrow, Onslow Village, Park Barn, Stoughton, Bellfields, Jacobs Well, Worplesdon, Shalford and Wood Street Village. We also cover the neighbouring towns along the A3 and A31 corridors.
On your doorstep
Working around Guildford Castle, Guildford Cathedral, Stoke Park, the University of Surrey and the River Wey — fast response times, competitive local pricing, and deep knowledge of Guildford Borough conservation-area and Surrey Hills AONB rules.
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Areas covered
GU1–GU5
Postcode range
5★
Google rating
Neighbourhoods
Guildford town centre (GU1)BurphamMerrowOnslow VillagePark BarnStoughtonBellfieldsJacobs WellWorplesdonShalfordComptonWood Street Village
Surrounding towns
GodalmingWokingFarnhamCranleighHaslemereAldershot
What Guildford customers say
Straight-talking reviews from local jobs.
“Replaced our full back-garden run in a day — old panels gone, new closeboard up, everything swept and stacked. Really pleased.”
“Sorted paddock post-and-rail and a new field gate for us out towards Worplesdon. Careful around the horses and a fair price.”
“Fair quote, clear breakdown, no pressure. Turned around a full back-garden run in two days and left the site tidy.”
“Used them for a small commercial job on a University site — RAMS on time, quiet crew, tidy install.”
Frequently asked in Guildford
Answers to the questions we hear most.
Do I need planning permission for a garden fence in Guildford?
In most cases no — under UK permitted development a rear-boundary fence up to 2m, or a fence up to 1m where it fronts a highway, is generally fine. Listed buildings, conservation areas and anything unusual should be checked with Guildford Borough Council first. We'll flag anything we spot on the site visit.
How much does fencing cost in Guildford?
It depends on materials, run length and access. See our indicative pricing guide further up the page for typical ranges, then book a free quote for a firm number.
Do you remove and dispose of the old fence?
Yes — clearing the old panels, posts and concrete is part of the job on any full replacement in Guildford. It's included in the itemised quote, and we take everything away at the end so you're not left with a pile in the garden.
What makes 1st 4 Fencing a good fencing company to use in Guildford?
We're a VAT-registered limited company, not a one-off subcontractor — Checkatrade members since 2018, 20+ years trading, fully insured, and every installer is CSCS registered and NVQ Level 2 qualified. As local fencing contractors covering GU1–GU5, we quote within 24 hours and back every install with a £1,000 Checkatrade guarantee (T&Cs apply).
How fast can you fix storm damage?
We offer 24-hour emergency call-outs across GU1–GU5 for storm and accident damage.
Which parts of Guildford do you cover?
All GU1–GU5 postcodes and the surrounding Surrey Hills villages — see the areas covered section above for the full list of neighbourhoods.
Free · no obligation
Your Guildford quote — within 24 hours.
Three quick steps — tell us about the job, drop in a photo if you have one, share your details. We'll come back within one working day.
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Trading estates, offices and business parks — spec'd to your site.
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