Fencing in Reading takes a battering. The Thames Valley gets its share of wind, and fence panels are usually the first thing to go. I repair and replace fencing across Reading, Caversham, Woodley and the wider Berkshire area — from a single blown panel to a complete boundary fence replacement. I also assemble and install garden sheds, summerhouses and storage buildings.
The most common fencing problems I see are posts that have rotted at the base, panels that have blown out of their channels, and gravel boards that have cracked at ground level. In most cases these can be repaired without replacing the whole fence — which saves money. I'll always tell you honestly whether repair or replacement is the better option for your fence.
Fencing & Shed Services
- Fence panel replacement — closeboard, featherboard, lap panel
- Concrete and wooden post replacement
- Gravel board installation and replacement
- Storm damage repair — emergency and planned
- New boundary fence installation
- Garden shed assembly and installation
- Summerhouse and log cabin assembly
- Shed base preparation and levelling
- Gate installation and adjustment
⚠️ DIY Fencing Tips — What to Watch Out For
- Post holes need to be deep enough. A common DIY mistake is underestimating depth. As a rule, one third of the post length should be in the ground — so for a 6ft panel you need an 8ft post with at least 2ft below ground. Too shallow and the first storm takes it out.
- Spacing between posts must be accurate before you concrete in. Panel widths are fixed — usually 1.83m. If your post spacing is even slightly off, panels won't fit and you'll need to recut or reposition posts that are already set in concrete.
- All posts must be perfectly vertical AND all the same height. It's not enough for each post to be plumb in isolation — the fence line needs to flow evenly. Use a string line between the end posts to keep heights consistent as you go.
Why Choose SKWorks for Fencing?
- ✅ Honest assessment — repair or replace, whatever makes sense
- ✅ All fence types — lap panel, closeboard, featherboard
- ✅ Storm damage prioritised where possible
- ✅ Concrete and timber post work
- ✅ 25+ years property maintenance experience
- ✅ CIS registered and fully insured
- ✅ Free no obligation quote. No call out charge. From £40.