Reviews of Fence Connection

I had part of my front garden re-landscaped some months ago by a tree surgeon and garden landscaping firm, and as part of the job they also replaced an end fence panel with a gate to enable me to move my wheelie bins from my back door to the roadside more easily. Some weeks after this, heavy winds damaged the fence post supporting the gate, and it became apparent that the gate had been poorly fitted.

I called a fencing firm that I found on Safe Local Trades, and they came to look at it in my absence, and I got a phone call recommending that I call back the fitter to fix it, but it was so badly fitted that they "didn't want to touch it"!

I didn't want to call the fitter back - they were a tree surgeon firm and clearly this needed a fencing specialist. So I went back to Safe Local Trades and came across Neil Hoskin and Fence Connection. Neil came round to look at the gate on a Sunday morning after I called him on the Friday.

Neil easily evaluated the problem with the fitting, and gave me a thorough assessment of what was needed to remedy the situation - replacing the post, trimming the gate (so as to avoid having to pay for a new gate), but setting it to open inwards rather than outwards, arranging for a plumber to reposition an outside wall tap, and fitting a new latch, wallplate and gate stops.

I could tell from Neil's expertise and the photos of his work that he willingy shared that he knew what he was talking about, so I immediately spoke to him about a number of other small projects that I had in mind, listed above. Neil sent me a full written quote for the work, some of it got scrubbed off but we agreed a price and dates for the work, and Neil turned up as arranged and on time and set about working through the list of jobs that we agreed. 

All of the work was completed on time and the quality was absolutely second to none. My other gate wasn't that bad before, but since Neil has re-fitted it, it now closes smoothly every time, previously we had to 'click' it shut. The broken gate now functions as a gate should, and looks much more impressive, and the bush removal and re-gravelling of the front garden has transformed a mess into an area that looks so much more classy.

I am very happy to recommend Neil for any of the work that he advertises, and I will certainly be using him again for any other similar jobs as they arise. Not only is he an expert in his field, he clearly prospers that if a job is worth doing, it's worth doing well, and the high standards that he sets himself are certainly evident in his work.

Neil was on site bright and early on the first day – taking delivery of materials he had ordered for the project which was to dismantle a rotting 30 year old wooden fence – replacing the 10 panels with feather board panels, concrete posts and gravel boards. There was also a challenge to Neil’s ingenuity for a small section of fence and rear access gate also needed to be replaced – all linked to the main fence and to the neighbours existing gate and fence.

We had recently had a side door installed into our garage so the replacement gate needed to open outwards and thanks to his inventiveness – Neil came up with a solution that surpassed both our expectations as to how it would finally look – and by clever bespoke construction and hanging the frame first – he then over clad the hinged side with the feather boards – so to all intents and purposes it just looks like a continuous fence on our side of the property – very secure with 3 pad bolts on the inside.

The height of the fence was raised slightly to give more privacy to both us and our neighbours – and they thankfully were most co-operative allowing Neil access to both sides throughout the project. This was not without its problems as the original posts had been set in far too much concrete by the original developer that Neil had to remove first before installing the new posts.  But both he and Josh met each situation that presented itself with renewed vigour – this despite the soaring summer July temperatures they had to work in.

The quality of work done was excellent. Any problems which did arise were quickly resolved after a quick chat between me and Neil. What I really liked was that he kept me the client involved at all stages and when tweaks were needed – he did not just carry on regardless.

I would not hesitate to recommend Neil for his excellent quality of work – so much so that I have already asked him to quote for replacing our other fence which backs onto a footpath and to remove a whole row of very imposing leylandii conifers to allow us to have our garden back.

Neil came round at the time agreed and completed the work. We have no hesitation in recommeding Neil and will definitely call on him for any further work needed. Great job - thank you.

The fence was not straight forward as it didn't form a straight line, however, Neil and Josh were awesome. I am very particular about jobs being done correctly, but Neil was always aware of what I wanted, checked at all stages that things were going well and finished the job off to a very high standard. He and Josh cleaned up after themselves, were very aware of the impact on our neighbours and have done a brilliant job.

Others in our Lane have recently had fences repaired/erected and they have all commented on what a great job Neil has done.

Neil has already done work for my brother and I have recommended him to another friend in the Lane and to my Father-in-Law, who is having work done in September.

A thoroughly professional job - I would highly recommend him.

We are delighted with the finish and Neil and Josh's attitude and effort during the week; nothing was too much trouble.

First class. 

Neil turned up on the first day to take delivery of materials for the job in hand. He and Josh both worked at a very efficient pace for the two days they were here. The quality of work done was excellent. One or two problems which arose were quickly resolved after a quick chat between myself and Neil.

Neighbours have commented on the overall quality of the work, of which one has already asked for a quote.

I would not hesitate to recommend Neil for his excellent quality of work.

This was the second job Neil completed for us and yet again, did so to an incredibly high standard. The gate in particular was first class.

Work completed to very high satisfaction and on the day of telephone call. 

Neil came at very short notice and replaced our old garden fence with a high quality new one.  At all times I found Neil to be extremely hard working, punctual and polite.  His workmanship is of a very high standard and we will be using him again in the near future on another project.  We would not hesitate in recommending Neil to anyone.

Neil did a fantastic job, it really couldn't be any better. The quotation process was very professional and friendly. He listened to what we wanted and offered knowledgeable advice. Neil was very punctual and tidy throughout the work and we have quickly booked him for another job.