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How Much Is Composite Fencing?

How much does a composite fence cost to install?

Composite fencing usually costs between £950 and £3,350 installed, depending on fence length, panel type, and how many posts need replacing. For most projects, this works out at around £85 to £150 per metre fully fitted.

Supply-only prices are typically £120 to £200 per composite fence panel, while composite posts cost around £20 to £35 each. You'll also need concrete or post-mix, which usually costs £5 to £10 per bag, and each post usually requires around half to three quarters of a bag, more for deeper or wider holes.

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Labour usually costs £300 to £400 per day, with most composite fencing installations taking 1 to 3 days. These totals often include removing old fencing, which typically adds £60 to £160 if disposal is needed.

Composite fencing sits at the premium end compared with other garden fence replacement costs, but makers guarantee it against rot for 10 to 25 years, it needs very little maintenance, and resists rot, mould and weather damage far better than timber.

If you want supply and fit prices near you, local installers usually quote after measuring post spacing and access, but most projects will fall within the ranges above.

Composite Fencing Prices

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Labour Cost of Composite Fencing Installation and Timescales

You can expect to pay around £300 to £400 per day for labour, with most composite fencing jobs requiring two installers, especially when posts need to be set in concrete.

Labour costs and timescales are affected by the width and height of the composite garden fencing and whether or not you already have posts in place.

Here is a summary of how long typical jobs take and how much labour costs, not including the supply cost of fencing panels and posts:

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Additional Composite Fencing Costs

When you are working out your budget for composite fencing you may decide to spruce up the garden and apply some additional features.

Gravel Boards

If you want to add gravel boards for extra protection against water damage, these cost you an additional £20 to £25 per panel.

Here's the pricing to fit composite gravel boards:

Fence Post Costs

Composite fence posts usually cost £20 to £35 each. If you are replacing all posts as part of a full fence installation, the total cost will depend on the length of fencing and the number of panels being fitted.

Adding a Composite Gate

When installing new composite fencing, many homeowners also choose a matching composite garden gate to create a consistent finish. They are usually available in the same colours and finishes as composite fence panels.

Standard composite gates in a medium size usually cost £200 to £500 supplied, with fitting adding another £200 to £300 to your project's total, depending on whether new posts, hinges or latch fittings are needed.

Larger composite driveway gates cost more, especially if you choose double gates or an automated system. If you decide to install electric gates, prices usually start at £830, and can exceed £3,000 installed, depending on gate size, materials, and access control features.

Garden Landscaping

If you have new composite garden fencing installed and your garden isn't looking its best, it will seem all the more shabby because of the shiny new fencing. So why not give your garden a makeover at the same time?

A gardener costs between £15 and £25 an hour, and you can use our website to get quotes from at least three local gardeners. A gardener will typically cost between £150 and £200 a day.

The average cost of garden renovations ranges broadly depending on the scope of your project. As a rough guide, landscapers tend to charge between £30 and £60 per hour, which is £110 to £180 per day for their labour charges alone.

Setting Up Lighting for Decorative Purposes

Decorative lighting will highlight the beauty of a tree or flower bed during the evening. Installing garden spotlights starts from £80 and can rise depending on your choice of quality and design.

Outdoor wall lighting to illuminate steps and doorways ranges from £20 to £140.

If you need an electrician to install the lights, then expect to pay between £30 and £60 per hour. The average lighting installation should take about half a day, so you'll be paying between £100 and £200 for the installation work.

Installing Security Lighting

The average cost to install security lights on the outside of a typical 3-bedroom semi is around £300 plus labour.

The price you pay for lights will depend on the quality and the design. Average prices start at around £80, but you can pay as much as £1,100 for extensive garden landscape lights.

What's Involved in Composite Fence Installation?

Composite fence installation needs to be done properly. The posts have to be dug deep, the concrete needs to be correctly set, and everything has to line up straight. Some people can tackle it themselves, but most homeowners get a professional in because they know exactly what they're doing.

It's worth getting a few quotes before you decide who to use. MyJobQuote can put you in touch with local fence installers. Just fill in a quick form, and you'll get free quotes with no pressure to go ahead.

Here's what happens when you get someone in to install composite fencing:

Before the Job Starts

• Delivery and Site Preparation — Once the fencing has been delivered, the installer will map out the fence line with string and prepare to mount the posts.

During the Job

• Digging Post Holes — The installer digs holes as deep as recommended by the fence manufacturer. Approximately 50mm of stone hardcore or broken brick is packed at the base to give support to the post.
• Positioning and Setting Posts — Each post is positioned, and the space continues to be packed tightly, leaving around a foot so the concrete filling can be laid. When the hole is packed tightly and the post is in place, the concrete is poured, finishing at a slight angle so that any rainwater that falls in the future will drain away easily. The installer then waits 24 hours until the concrete is dry.
• Installing on Concrete (if Applicable) — If installing posts on top of concrete and not soil, post bases at the bottom of the posts are drilled into the ground.
• Attaching the Panels — The fence panel is slid down the channel in the post, and panels connect through the tongue and groove system. This is repeated until all panels are fixed into the posts.

After the Job

• Final Checks — The installer will ensure all panels are secure and the fence is stable along its entire length.

Types of Composite Fencing Finishes

Composite fencing comes in a variety of ranges and colours. The most popular ranges are:

• Smooth — If you want a modern look with simplicity, then a smooth-finished composite fence is a good choice. As they are easier to manufacture, they also tend to be more cost-effective than wood grain. Smooth composite fence panels cost around £80 to £120.
• Wood Grain — Embossed wood grain patterns add a realistic 'wood' look to a composite fence and are popular with households who like the aesthetic appeal of real wood but with the versatility and strength of composite fencing. Wood grain effect composite fence panels cost between £100 and £150.
• Co-Extruded — Co-extruded composite fencing comprises a composite core inside a protective plastic shell, with the two extruded together at the same time with no adhesive. Co-extruded finishes often offer scratch- and UV-resistance, but they are the most expensive type of composite fencing. Co-extruded composite fence panels cost between £150 and £240.

Other Types of Fencing

Composite fencing is popular because it is modern, made from recycled materials, and very low-maintenance, but it is not the only option. Below is a quick comparison of other common fencing materials and how they compare with composite fencing in terms of price and ongoing maintenance needs.

Wooden Fencing

Wooden fencing is usually the most affordable alternative to composite fencing and remains the most common choice in UK gardens.

It comes in a wide range of styles, from overlap panels to decorative slatted designs, and works well if you want a traditional look. However, timber needs regular treatment to protect it from rot, moisture and weather damage, which means higher maintenance over time compared with composite fencing.

Compared with composite: Lower upfront cost, but more ongoing maintenance.

Metal Fencing

Metal fencing is often chosen for strength, security and long-term durability. Decorative styles are commonly made from wrought iron, steel or aluminium.

Metal fencing usually costs more than basic timber fencing and can be similar in price to or more expensive than composite, depending on the design. It needs very little maintenance, although some metal fences may need occasional rust treatment.

Compared with composite: Similar or higher cost, with a more secure but less private finish.

PVC Fencing

uPVC fencing is another low-maintenance alternative that is often cheaper than composite fencing.

It is easy to clean, does not rot, and comes in standard colours such as white, brown, green, and beige. However, it usually has a simpler appearance and can feel less premium than composite boards. PVC chain link fencing costs even less, but it has a very different, and often less attractive, appearance.

Compared with composite: Lower cost and lower maintenance, but usually less premium in appearance.

Brick Wall

A brick wall costs more upfront than composite fencing most of the time, because of the foundations, materials and labour involved. However, it's a more permanent boundary option and offers excellent privacy, strength and very low long-term maintenance, but installation takes longer and usually requires a bricklayer rather than a fencing installer.

Compared with composite: Higher upfront cost, but requires very little maintenance.

Checklist: Hiring a Local Composite Garden Fence Installer

Before hiring a composite fence installer, it helps to check exactly what is included in the quote and whether the contractor has experience fitting composite systems. Consider the following:

• Check what the quote includes — Ask whether the price covers panels, posts, concrete, removal of old fencing and waste disposal, as these are not always included.
• Ask if existing posts can be reused — If concrete or composite posts are already solid and correctly spaced, keeping them can reduce installation costs.
• Confirm experience with composite fencing — Composite panels fit differently from timber fencing, so it helps to choose an installer who has worked with this material before.
• Compare at least three quotes — Prices can vary depending on labour rates, access and the type of composite fencing being fitted.
• Check guarantees for materials and labour — Many composite products come with manufacturer warranties, but installation guarantees may vary between contractors.
• Make sure insurance is in place — Public liability insurance protects you if accidental damage happens during installation.

We can help you to find a composite fence installer near you. All you need to do is fill in your postcode and then put the answers to the few questions that we ask about the job you want to do. You should then hear from three local contractors who will supply you with a quote. We recommend you have at least three quotes because that way you can easily compare each one and choose the most suitable.

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