If you have a wooden fence, the repairs and upkeep costs can start to skyrocket as time goes by. There are signs to look out for, to indicate when replacing would be the better option.

Should your wooden fence be past it’s best years, and constantly in need of repair, take note of the signs, and invest in a fence which will last for many years without the problem of constant repairs and upkeep.

1. Rot
2. Warping
3. Damage
4. Leaning
5. Loose Fasteners
6. Discolouration

No matter how frequently you fix your fence, age and climate are a huge factor in determining the life of the fence.

When the repair costs escalate and it costs more to keep repairing the fence than replacing it, then you know the fence has reached the end of it’s life time, and it would be more cost effective to replace it.

Investing in a prefab concrete fence or wall is a really good decision, and well worth the investment.

Although there are still people who prefer wooden fencing, they are not as long lasting as a good quality concrete prefab fence, or wall, that is coloured during the manufacturing process, so never needs to be repainted to keep it looking aesthetically pleasing.

It is a really good option to install concrete fencing, whether palisade, plain or a pleasing design, as the maintenance is nearly non-existent, therefore your initial investment is well worth the money.

If you would like to discuss your requirements, please do not hesitate to contact us and speak to one of our consultants, or, request a free quotation.

As the New Year has started, we are getting our minds set on what we want to do in 2021.

The past year has been one of great upheaval and uncertainty. We need to focus on what is really the most important to us.

The protection and safety of our loved ones and our property.

We, at Country Wide Walling understand that we all have goals set for the New Year, and the protection of our Family and Property is high on our list. Country Wide Walling are ready and able to assist you to achieve the best security fencing or walling needed for the best protection you will have.

We can’t have easy access to our property for criminals in these trying times, we need the best protection we can get. We all know there are those whose only goal in life is to see what they can get free, and they set out to achieve that by breaking in and robbing people of their hard-earned possessions, not caring how they may harm your family to achieve it.

We, at Country Wide Walling, design, manufacture, and install a wide variety of walls, to suit the needs of our clients.
We can supply precast and retaining walls, which are both aesthetically pleasing, and intruder resistant. You can use combinations to enhance the security factor.

The whole idea is to make accessing your property as difficult as possible.

Please feel free to come and pay us a visit to discuss your options with us, to find out more, and to get good advice.

Alternatively, why not contact us for a free quotation, or to talk to one of our highly qualified consultants, who will gladly assist you to make the correct choice for your family and property.

If you live in a hot, humid climate, with plenty of rain, chances are that your walls are exposed to too much dampness, which in turn gives algae and fungus, and even moss, a foothold to grow and spread.

There are ways to prevent and combat this.  

When your walls are erected, always make sure there is a good drainage system in place to prevent the water damming up against the walls.

Cleaning your walls regularly is a sure-fire method to prevent any algae or fungus attacking your walls.

Over time, algae can even discolour your walls, making them unsightly and spoiling their aesthetic beauty.

Do not allow grass, weeds, leaves, or any debris to build up next to the walls, as these will retain the water, which in turn will keep the walls damp, making them prone to algae and fungus attacks.

Avoid planting any shrubs close to the walls, as this will facilitate water retention, which in turn will keep the walls damp, thus encouraging algae and fungus growth.

Regular inspection, and cleaning of the walls, will ensure that any chips or cracks are quickly seen.  

Chips and cracks are ideal conditions to give algae a foothold to grow, so always fix these as soon as possible.  This will also help in avoiding the expense of removing, or even having to replace badly effected areas on the walls.

There are wall designs which incorporate good drainage, and these are the best to erect in hot, humid and rainy areas.

Prevention is always better than cure.  If there is no algae, there is no need for a cure.

If you would like more information on good, quality concrete walls and fences, or would like a free quotation, please do not hesitate to contact us at Country Wide Walling, to speak to one of our consultants today.

When deciding on fencing the perimeters of your property, it is good to keep in mind that Concrete Walling is the most cost-effective option, and is installed four times faster than other walling types, thus providing the security and privacy you require sooner.

Concrete walling is manufactured in a controlled environment, and is therefore uniformly of a high standard and good quality.

Precast walling is virtually maintenance free as is. You can, however, choose to have it coloured, either during the manufacturing stage, or sealed and painted to match the aesthetics of your property.

If you choose the latter option, you may need to repaint when the colour fades, or is damaged. Precast walls generally blend in well with the environment.

There are many designs and options to choose from, and it is always a good decision to discuss your requirements with a consultant, or specialist. We, at Country Wide Walling, take pride in our workmanship, and endeavour to give only the very best to our clients. We also give a two-year guarantee on our products.

To complete the security of your property, we will also install either steel swing gates, or steel sliding gates. This means you need have a contractor on site once only, and you will receive a complete all-round service.

Contact us today to request a free quotation, or to speak to one of our consultants, who will gladly assist you to make the right decision for your property.

Making sure our homes or businesses are safe by installing good quality walling or fencing is not our only priority.

We also need to ensure that we have strong gates which are working properly.

To ensure the gates are in good working condition, it is advisable to check them regularly to ensure they are functioning as they should be.

Check regularly that there is nothing on the gate tracks to prevent it from closing properly, e.g. mud or debris. Once the gate is stopped from closing by any obstacle, it will merely open again, and will then give easy access to your property.

You can also install an anti-vandalism bracket on your gate, to prevent anyone from tampering with it, and thus giving easy access. Another good idea is to have an anti-crashing kit fitted which links to your alarm system. This will ensure that the alarm is activated should anyone try to tamper with the gate.

Whether you choose steel swinging gates, or steel sliding gates, always check to see that they are in proper working condition.

Steel gates are a very good option, as they do not offer easy access to your properly as would for instance a wooden gate.

If you would like more information on steel sliding gates, or steel swing gates, or for a free quotation, please do not hesitate to contact us at Country Wide Walling. Our consultants will be happy to assist you