Questions to Ask Before You Book a Colorbond Fence Installer

A good fence should last a long time, so it pays to ask the right questions before you commit.

Clear answers upfront mean fewer surprises on installation day. Copy these into your phone or print them out.

Navy blue steel fence panels with cream posts and capping beside a paved path

Ask exactly what is included, from posts and capping to clean up. Example image only. Not a New Fence Adelaide project.

Questions about the quote

  • What exactly is included? Removal, disposal, gates, extensions and clean up?
  • Is the quote based on a site visit or on photos and measurements?
  • What happens if the crew hits rock, roots or unexpected services?
  • What are the deposit and payment terms?

Questions about the business

  • What insurance do you hold for this type of work?
  • Do you hold any licences relevant to the job?
  • What warranty applies to the workmanship?
  • Who handles material warranty claims?

Questions about the old fence and your neighbour

  • How will you handle removal of the existing fence?
  • What happens if the old fence might contain asbestos?
  • Can you provide a quote that's easy to share with my neighbour for cost sharing?

Questions about the job itself

  • How long will it take?
  • How much notice will I get of the start date?
  • Who checks for underground services before digging?
  • How will you handle a sloping block or different soil levels?
  • What do I need to do to prepare the site?

Keep the answers in writing

Write the answers down, or ask for them in writing.

It makes comparing quotes easier and gives you something to refer back to.

Quick checklist

  • ☐ Scope of quote confirmed
  • ☐ Insurance and warranty asked about
  • ☐ Old fence and asbestos plan confirmed
  • ☐ Timing and site prep agreed
  • ☐ Answers saved in writing

Where to go next

The list of questions to ask before booking has a few more worth considering.

For quick answers on approvals, heat, noise and cleaning, these common Colorbond fencing questions are worth a read too.

You can put these same questions to New Fence Adelaide through its Colorbond fencing service page.

About this blog: Adelaide Colorbond Fence Planning shares practical planning tips for Adelaide homeowners. It was created for New Fence Adelaide and supports the Adelaide Colorbond Fence Guide. It isn't a separate fencing business.

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