Many people wonder whether it is possible to fit a fence on sloping ground. Will the result look good? What type of fence should you choose? Some decide to level the plot, but is it worth it? What do you need to bear in mind when building a fence on a slope? Remember that a fence serves two very important functions — it keeps people safe and it looks striking, completing the appearance of the whole property. Here is the most important information to make building your fence easier. How do you fit a fence on sloping ground?
A fence on falling ground — what should you do?
Want to build a fence on sloping ground but not sure it is a good idea? Worried about the result, or about how stable such a fence will be? You do not want to throw money away — that is understandable. These days there are so many proven solutions that the finished job will surprise you in the best way. Until fairly recently, only wire mesh fencing was fitted on plots like these. Today you can confidently choose panel fencing or palisade fencing, which is light but rigid and stable. Building an aluminium fence is a quick process that lets you enjoy an unchanging result for years.
A fence on sloping ground (a stepped fence) step by step
Where do you start? Above all, the line of the fence has to be set out. Then, before installation work begins, the ground you want to put the fence on should be assessed. If the gradient is steep, it is not worth interfering heavily with the natural lie of the land, because of the risk of the earth slipping — after heavy rain, for instance. Some people decide to level the plot completely, but it all depends on the terrain. Sometimes a cascading fence would be a far better answer, while when the unevenness really is slight, levelling with professional equipment is enough. In that case it is worth having the work done by experienced tradespeople.
Which fence is best to choose? Thinking about fitting a panel fence, a timber one, or perhaps aluminium? An aluminium fence is a genuine investment for years that will look impressive for a long time. Time to choose the fence that is best on both looks and function.
Is levelling the ground essential?
Not always. As we mentioned, cascading construction is often the better choice. If there are also undulations around the entrance or the wicket, level those. Small rises like these you can even out yourself. A foundation wall is not essential where the ground is level — concrete posts set into the earth are enough then. Installation, and the correct spacing of the fencing posts beforehand, has to be thought through carefully: the posts should stand at the distances planned in advance.
Fitting a fence on sloping ground
Fitting a fence on uneven ground calls for experience and a great deal of care. It is worth choosing aluminium fencing panels from Fello for their appearance and durability. We guarantee it is an investment for many years — the fence is easy to look after. Clean it from time to time and it will stay in perfect condition. Fello aluminium fences need no impregnation or repainting, unlike fences made from timber or hot-dip galvanised steel.
The Fello powder coating shop — the right colour guaranteed, with no impregnation
In our powder coating shop we can match the colour perfectly to other elements of the plot or the building — the facade, for example, or a garage door or front door. Powder coating gives high resistance to harsh weather and to UV radiation. The choice includes:
- RAL palette – a single colour throughout; colours mixed freely;
- wood imitation – infill only – the frame is always a RAL colour;
- wood imitation accent – one or two pales in the imitation finish, the rest in a RAL colour.
Do send us the initial quotation form. We will reply as quickly as we can. We also produce individual fence designs — have an original idea for your fence? We will gladly take it on.
Does a fence on uneven ground look good?
When building a fence we all want it to look beautiful — after all, a fence is also the public face of the whole property. We are aware of that, which is why we make sure a fence is not only solid and durable but also looks very attractive. A fence like this suits modern and classic construction alike. To make a fence on uneven ground look impressive, the cascading or stepped method is most often used. It takes more time, but it gives the best result and the best stability. A matching entrance gate completes the whole.
Aluminium fencing panels from Fello — why choose us?
If you decide to fit a fence yourself on a plot with falling ground, remember that genuinely considerable skill and specialist equipment will be needed. For that reason many clients choose to entrust the work to professionals.
Choose Fello, which employs experienced tradespeople. Save yourself the stress and simply watch the work progress. Our specialist team will do everything to complete the installation in the shortest possible time, without additional problems or complications. A modern palisade fence is simplicity itself, and a solution for any style.
We will match the fence to the other elements of your property
Get in touch and let us go through all the details. You can also ask about other aluminium fencing components — we will present an offer for an entrance gate or a wicket, because we make those too. Our range includes sliding and swing entrance gates, and wickets matched in pattern and colour to the rest of the fence.
Please note: before we start work, a foundation wall has to be in place — that service is not part of our range.
We will design and visualise the fence of your dreams, and rise to every challenge to meet your expectations.