Build. Repair. Replace.
From a damaged paling or leaning post to a complete new timber boundary fence or custom garden gate — practical fencing solutions across Botany, Howick, Pakuranga and surrounding East Auckland suburbs.
Posts, palings and ground conditions assessed before any work starts.
Vegetation, rubbish and obstructions cleared for proper access.
Failed or missing posts set square and properly concreted in.
Rails and palings fitted with consistent lines and even spacing.
Gates hung, latches adjusted, and the site left clean and tidy.
New fencing — palings, rails, posts and gate included — starts from $180 per metre, including materials. Repairs and smaller jobs are quoted individually once the scope is known, and pricing follows the factors below.
Soil type, slope and drainage can affect post setting and labour.
Overgrown or hard-to-reach fence lines take longer to clear and build.
Taller fences need more material, framing and fixing time.
Paling style, timber grade and finish all affect the final cost.
Demolition and disposal add time on full replacement projects.
Adding a gate to the run means extra hardware and fitting time.
Clearing loose vegetation, rubbish and stored items from the fence line before work begins can help reduce preparation time.
A full run of weathered grey palings, the returns at the house and both gates. See why a garden planted along the fence turned a six-hour day into eight.
A fence raised for privacy, with a new top section that would never match the old one. See what the wash uncovered and why the whole fence ended up painted.
The old boundary fence was leaning, deteriorated and overgrown. See how it became a clean, consistent 25-metre timber fence.
An open side of the garden had no gate. See how a young apprentice helped build one to match the existing gate on the opposite side.
"I highly recommend Rinat – Handyman Botany. He has just completed building a 25m driveway fence and it looks great. Dealing with three neighbours, it took us a while to get organised and Rinat was very patient. Prompt and clear communication, high standard of workmanship, very good at consulting throughout the process, and outstanding tidy-up at the end of the job. A great guy. I am a happy customer."
"I recently had the pleasure of working with Handyman Botany to build a fence for my property, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. Rinat demonstrated unparalleled professionalism and reliability from start to finish. He meticulously planned and executed the project, ensuring that every detail was perfect. The end result exceeded my expectations; the fence is not only sturdy and functional but also looks amazing. I wholeheartedly recommend Handyman Botany to anyone in need of quality home improvement services. Thank you, Rinat, for a job well done! Expect to hear from me again soon for more jobs I have lined up."
Often, yes. If the posts and main structure are still sound, individual palings, rails or damaged sections can sometimes be repaired without replacing the whole fence.
Fence length matters, but site conditions can make just as much difference — ground conditions, slope, vegetation, access, fence height, design and materials can all affect cost. Clearing loose vegetation and stored items from the fence line before work begins may help reduce preparation time. Smaller than that? Ring Rinat on 021 022 66991, describe the job, and ask for a price for that exact work — the call is free.
For some smaller repairs, clear photos and measurements may be enough for an initial estimate. Larger fence replacements usually benefit from a site visit so access, ground conditions and the existing structure can be assessed properly.
Yes. Demolition and disposal can be included in the quotation for a full replacement project when required.
Yes. The Shelly Park project above is a good example: the opening originally had no gate, and a new timber gate was added to create a safer enclosed garden area.
Treated timber can be left natural, but a suitable exterior paint or stain provides extra surface protection and helps maintain its appearance — reducing UV exposure and moisture uptake, though it doesn't replace correctly treated timber or good drainage.
Three details are enough. We’ll call or message to discuss the rest.
Rinat will call or message to discuss the job and cost.
Three details are enough. We’ll call or message to discuss the rest.
Rinat will call or message to discuss the job and cost.
