Hardwood Deck & Paling Fence
ResidentialMount Eliza — Hardwood decking, timber palings
Timber paling fencing
Timber paling fences, built straight and built to last.
Boundary fences across Melbourne's south east and the Mornington Peninsula. Jake measures on site and sends the quote that night. The same crew builds it.
The fence most boundaries need
A paling fence is the standard Melbourne boundary. It gives full privacy, keeps dogs and kids in, and costs less than most other options. Done well, it stays straight for years.
Most of the difference between a good paling fence and a bad one is underground and out of sight. Post depth, concrete, and how level the rails run decide whether the fence leans in five years or stays put. That's the part we don't rush.
Styles and options
- Butted palings
- Palings fixed edge to edge. The simplest and lowest-cost option.
- Lapped palings
- Each paling overlaps the next, so no gaps open up as the timber dries and shrinks. Better privacy.
- Lapped and capped
- Lapped palings with a capping rail along the top. Protects the paling ends from weather and gives the fence a finished line.
- Plinth boards
- A board along the base that keeps the palings off the soil, holds back garden beds and stops pets digging under.
- Exposed or hidden posts
- Posts can sit on your side, the neighbour's side, or be capped over. Worth agreeing with the neighbour before the build.
- Height
- Most boundary fences are around 1.8 m. We can go higher or lower to suit the site and any council rules.
How we build it
Old fence out and taken away. String lines set. Posts set in concrete and checked for plumb. Rails fixed level, or stepped evenly on a slope. Palings fitted to a straight top line. Site cleaned before we leave.
Both sides get the same finish. The side your neighbour sees is built to the same standard as yours.
How It Works
From site visit to finished fence.
01
Jake visits the site
A 20-minute site visit. Jake looks at the layout, talks through what you need, and takes measurements on the spot.
02
You get a quote that night
A clear, line-itemised quote — materials, labour, timeline. No surprises, no follow-up calls to "finalise pricing."
03
Same crew builds it
The hands that quoted are the hands that build. No subcontractors, no hand-offs. Jake and the crew, start to finish.
Recent Work
Timber paling fencing we’ve built.
FAQ
Common questions
How much does a timber paling fence cost?
It depends on length, height, style, ground conditions, access and whether an old fence needs removing. Jake measures on site and sends a line-itemised quote the same night, so you know the full cost before anything starts.
Who pays for a boundary fence in Victoria?
Under Victoria's Fences Act 1968, neighbours usually share the cost of a standard dividing fence. Agree on the fence and the split in writing before work starts. If you want something above the standard, the extra cost is generally yours.
Can you remove the old fence?
Yes. Removing and disposing of the old fence can be included in the quote.
How long does a paling fence take to build?
Most residential boundary runs take a few days, including setting the posts. Jake gives you a start date and timeline with the quote.
Where We Work
Timber paling fencing across Melbourne’s south east and the Mornington Peninsula.
Free Quote
Get a quote for timber paling fencing.
Send through the details and Jake will get back to you, usually the same day. He'll book a site visit, measure up and send a line-itemised quote that night.
Give us a call 0421 578 495
Send us an email info@leversfencing.com.au