If you're looking for a reliable local Torquay fence company that can handle complex garden landscapes, this project highlights exactly what we do best: a high-quality, durable closeboard fencing solution for a residential property in Livermead, Torquay.
The challenge wasn't just installing a new boundary. It required specialist construction on a steep gradient while preserving a valuable sea view.
Stepped closeboard fencing installed on a sloping garden in Livermead, Torquay (with sea view preserved)
The Livermead Challenge: Slope, Trees, and a Sea View
Livermead is known for its beautiful (and often challenging) topography. The client needed a robust, private boundary, but the garden presented three key difficulties:
- Steep gradient: The land sloped significantly along the fence line, demanding a specialised installation approach.
- Mature landscape: We needed to work around established trees without damaging root systems.
- View preservation: The new fence could not obstruct the property's distant sea view.
Our Solution: Stepped Closeboard Fencing
To tackle the site correctly, we implemented a best-practice construction approach designed for strength, longevity, and a clean finish.
A strong, tidy closeboard fence line designed to work with the garden’s natural levels
Stepped base for stability
The most effective solution for uneven ground is a stepped fence line. We installed the fence in precise steps, ensuring it followed the land's natural contour while maintaining consistent privacy and security.
This is a specialist method that many general contractors avoid, but it's essential for a professional result on sloping gardens.
A stepped installation keeps the fence secure and consistent across changing ground levels
Gravel boards for longevity
Each section was finished with a gravel board at the base. This prevents the main timber boards from sitting in damp soil (the most common cause of rot) and provides a strong protective barrier where soil movement can be a factor.
In the Torbay climate, gravel boards make a significant difference to the overall lifespan of a timber fence.
Premium, pressure-treated materials
We used pressure-treated timber in the closeboard (feather-edge) style for excellent strength and rot resistance, particularly important for coastal properties.
A neat capping rail was fitted along the top to protect the vulnerable end-grain from constant rainfall and weathering.
Quality materials and a clean finish help the fence withstand coastal weather in Torbay
A finish that complements the garden (without blocking the view)
Final fence height and positioning were carefully managed. The fence provides strong privacy and a tidy, consistent boundary line while still preserving the distant sea view.
Why Choose a Local Torquay Fence Company?
Installing fencing on a slope requires local knowledge, the right construction methods, and experience with South Devon's ground conditions and coastal weather.
As a trusted Torquay fence company, we focus on building fences that look great on day one and are engineered to last.
Ready for Your Fencing Project in Livermead or Torquay?
Whether you need closeboard fencing for privacy, durable materials for a coastal property, or an expert solution for difficult terrain, we're ready to help.
Contact us today for a free, no-obligation quote and let’s bring our expertise to your garden.
