Quick answers to the questions Adelaide homeowners ask most often when planning a Colorbond fence.
A well installed Colorbond fence can last for decades. How long depends on the environment, especially salt air near the coast, and on how well the posts were set. Ask your installer what product and workmanship warranties apply to your property.
For a dividing fence, yes, in most cases. The South Australian Fences Act sets out a notice process and how costs are shared. See the planning page for the steps.
Standard boundary fences up to 2.1 metres are generally exempt, but corner blocks, front fences, heritage areas, fences on retaining walls and pool barriers can need approval. Check with your council or PlanSA.
Some manufacturers offer panels with a different colour on each face. It is a good fix when you and your neighbour cannot agree. Read more on the styles and colours page.
A solid steel fence cuts some road and neighbour noise and blocks sightlines, but it is not a full acoustic barrier.
Yes. Steel heats up in full sun, and darker colours hold more heat. Keep that in mind for plants, pets and play areas along a west facing fence.
Termites do not eat steel, which is one of the main reasons people swap from timber.
Yes. The fence can be stepped in level sections or raked to follow the slope, often with plinths to close the gaps underneath. The installation page explains more.
Older fibre cement fences may contain asbestos. Do not break or cut it. Have it checked and removed by a licensed removalist. See fence replacement.
Hose it down and use a soft brush or cloth with mild detergent if needed. Avoid harsh or abrasive cleaners. Near the coast, wash it more often, especially sheltered sections that rain does not reach.
Length, height, style, gates, old fence removal, ground conditions and access. The quote factors page goes through each one.
You will find more quick answers in the common questions section of the homeowner guide. If your question is about your own property, New Fence Adelaide can help through its Colorbond fencing page.
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