Fence & Gate Repairs

MEL ONE assesses the hinges, supporting post, latch and clearances to identify a suitable repair. The cause may be alignment or a damaged support; trimming the base is not assumed. The scope, parts and quote are agreed after assessment.

A local repair may be possible, depending on the supports and neighbouring components. Assessment determines whether a limited repair addresses the problem or a wider scope needs discussion.

Describe where it touches, how it latches and any visible movement at the hinges or posts. Keeping the gate at rest and loose connections unloaded helps limit further movement while assessment is arranged.

No. It is an assessment record showing the reported condition and repair planning. It must not be read as evidence of completed repair work.

That depends on the posts, rails, connections and extent of deterioration. The Modbury record documents assessment only. MEL ONE checks the affected section and explains whether a local repair, wider replacement or specialist assessment is appropriate.

The posts, rails, connections and extent of deterioration determine the options, not the visible lean alone. Tell us which sections move, any broken boards and nearby persistent wet ground. Local timber repair and wider replacement need separate assessment. A retaining wall or unstable support needs suitable specialist attention; keeping the fence at rest reduces the risk of further movement.

Identify the affected palings, rails or posts and any gate hinge, latch or closing problem separately. The condition of adjoining supports determines whether a local repair is suitable. Ask which parts, preparation, finishing and removed material are included, and clarify shared-boundary access or approval. The quote should describe the agreed section rather than imply the entire fence is being replaced.