Fencing and Panels:
We manufacture and supply sturdy, preservative pressure treated panels (close-board), posts and concrete posts and bases. Our fences, panels and all concrete posts and gravel boards are manufactured on-site, assuring you of the best quality and providing you an economical, versatile and durable solution for your needs.
All types of fencing & trellis:
We manufacture high quality panels, badged with our own Addeco fencing logo. We specialise in close-board panels and can also provide feather edged/arched or scalloped panels and all manor of trellis (diamond, square etc). We encourage you to call in or call to discuss your needs.
Fence fitting in Stoke On Trent & South Cheshire:
If the thought of putting up a fence is daunting, fear not! We provide a professional fitting service to take the stress and difficulties out of getting your new fence installed. Whether it be a panel exchange, or a removal of existing panels and full installation, including new panels, posts & gravel boards. Call us now or visit us for a a free no obligation quote.
Fence Posts:
We supply wooden fence posts (4 x 4, 3 x 3) and manufacture concrete fence posts for all your fencing needs in and around Stoke On Trent. We can also provide everything you need for junctions e.g. cross-way and T-junction. TIP: Remember that you will always need one extra post than the number of panels unless you are bringing your fence off a building!
Ironmongery:
We can supply top quality ironmongery components (nails, pegs, braces, panel pins etc) for your fence installation. We are a 'one stop shop' for all your fencing needs (including fitting) in and around Stoke On Trent and South Cheshire.
How to put up a fence:
We've put together instructions for putting up a fence yourself. We offer this information as guidance only and if unsure you should always seek professional advice. For fitting of Addeco fences, contact us and we can provide a quote for a professional installation.Click here to read the full DIY instructions for putting up a fence:
If you can put up a cupboard or fix a leaking sink, chances are you can probably put up a fence. Keep in mind, that if the fence you're putting up is over six feet high, then you may need planning permission. Find out from your local planning office.
Here's what you are going to need: (all the fence related parts are available at Addeco)
- Fence panels & trellis (optional).
- Fence posts – Make sure you allow for extra length to be sunk into the ground (60cm).
- Panel clips
- Galvanised nails
- Spade
- Spirit level
- Tape measure
- Post-fixing concrete mix (available from Addeco)
- Someone to help you hold the fence panels in place.
Be neighbourly
It's good to tell neighbours about your plans for a new fence - especially if you need to go on to their property. It's far easier to erect a fence when you have access to both sides.
Check boundaries before you start. If you need to take down an old fence first, ensure, if needed, you have the owners permission to demolish/remove it. You can put up a new fence alongside an existing one as long as the one you're building is on your property
Prepare the area
Remove any old fencing and plants. Where there are climbing plants you wish to keep, cut them back to ground level and they should re-sprout to cover the new fence.
Any unwanted climbers, such as ivy, should be removed or killed with weedkiller or they can quickly return.
Mark out with string and a couple of wooden pegs the straight line along the boundary to work to
Dig the first fence post hole
Dig out a hole for the first post. If you have a fixed point for one end of the fence, such as the house, or garage then start there.
The hole should be 60cm (2ft) deep and roughly a spade’s width wide (so concrete can be put around all sides of the post).
Securing the fence posts
Place the fence post in the hole. For larger posts it’s worth putting some rubble around the base of the post to provide additional support.
We recommend using Addeco's own special post-fixing concrete mix, which will set extra quickly. Mix this up as instructed. Pour the concrete into the hole and then make sure the post is level with your spirit level before the concrete completely sets.
Alternatively, you can use 'post supports'. These can be either hammered into the ground or bolted into concrete. These allow use of shorter fence posts.
Mark the position
Once the concrete holding the first post has set, ask your helper to aid marking the position of the next post. Place the fence panel against the first post and then mark the position of the other end on the ground.
Attach the fence panel
Dig out the hole for the second post. Attach the fence panel to the first post using panel clips, spacing these evenly up the panel. Nail the clips to the post first, then the panel.
To ensure your fence lasts as long as possible make sure the panels don't not rest on the ground (this increases the chance of rot).
Position the second post
Place the second post in the hole and ask your helper to support it while you attach the panel clips to it.
Once the panel is attached to the post, fix the post in position using the special Addeco post-fixing concrete and ensure it's level.
Repeat along the rest of the boundary.
Repeat this process until you have put up all the fence panels you need. If you're putting a trellis on top (again, ensure you're legally allowed to have it) screw it to the posts – it's best to drill holes first to avoid splitting the wood.
