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Fence Replacement Palmerston North

Old fence out, new fence in, on the same line, with removal and tidy-up included in the quote.

100+
★★★★★
projects done

"The workmanship was excellent, the fence looks fantastic, and the attention to detail really shows."

Rob B. · Customer review
A new timber fence with the old fence palings stacked on the lawn
Long timber fence along a Palmerston North street frontage
Capped timber paling fence beside a gravel driveway, Palmerston North
Capped timber paling fence on a corner section in Palmerston North
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What Palmerston North
customers say

★★★★★

"We had a large fencing job done, and we couldn’t be happier with the result. The workmanship was excellent, the fence looks fantastic, and the attention to detail really shows. The whole process was professional from start to finish, with the job completed to a very high standard. It’s clear that pride was taken in the work, and the finished result has made a huge difference to the property. We would have no hesitation in recommending Rowdy Builders to anyone looking for a reliable, professional fence builder. Brilliant job and an excellent result."

Rob B.
Large fencing job
★★★★★

"We couldn’t be happier with the work from Guy at Rowdy Builders. From start to finish, he was friendly, professional and incredibly organised. He coordinated all aspects of the work, including arranging the additional trades required, and kept us well informed throughout the entire process. Everything was handled smoothly and professionally, and the end result was fantastic. We would highly recommend Rowdy Builders to anyone looking for quality workmanship and an stress-free experience"

Hayley & Rhys
Full job coordinated
★★★★★

"We recently had Guy and his ream construct a roof over the deck of our new house. He was pleasant and punctual on the site visit and made a number of suggestions on how it could be achieved. His quote was very reasonable and his timeline was stuck to. We are very happy with the result and recommend him to anyone looking for a similar job."

Steffan D.
Deck roof
★★★★★

"We recently engaged Guy from Rowdy Builders to repair a wooden fence blown over in strong winds, and construct a medium size deck at our property. From the outset, Guy was professional, approachable, and communicated extremely well, keeping us updated on progress and ensuring we knew what to expect at each stage of the project. The quality of workmanship was outstanding. The fence repairs were completed to a high standard, and the new deck has completely transformed our outdoor area. It is clear that Guy takes pride in his work and pays attention to detail, delivering a finished product that exceeded our expectations. We are extremely pleased with the result and would not hesitate to recommend Guy and Rowdy Builders to anyone looking for reliable, skilled tradespeople who deliver what they promise."

Steve C.
Fence repair and deck

When it is time to replace your fence

Fence replacement in Palmerston North is usually triggered by a fence that has been patched too many times. Posts have rotted at the base, panels lean after each storm and the whole thing looks tired from the street.

Replacing a fence is more than removing the old one and standing a new one up. The line, the levels, the neighbour and what goes in the ground all matter. We handle the removal and the rebuild as a single job.

Signs it is time to replace

01

Posts rotten at ground level

Push on a post. If it wobbles or crumbles at the base, patching is not going to hold.

02

Lots of leaning sections

More than a couple of lean points usually mean the whole fence is failing.

03

Repeated repairs

If you have fixed it two or three times, the money is better spent on a new fence.

04

Changing needs

A new dog, a new pool or a new deck can change what the fence needs to do.

05

Cost sharing is possible

A failed boundary fence may be shareable with a neighbour. See who pays.

06

Kerb appeal

A tired fence drags down the whole front of the property.

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New timber paling fence along the edge of a driveway, Palmerston North

Removal, then rebuild

We pull out the old fence, take out posts and footings where needed and clear the waste. Then we build the new fence on the line you want, at the height and style you choose.

Removal is a separate line on the quote so you can see what it costs. If you would rather do the removal yourself, we price it that way.

  • ✓Old fence removed and carted away if included
  • ✓New fence set out from scratch, not copied from the old line
  • ✓Neighbour-friendly written quote
  • ✓Insured on every repair, big or small

Fence replacement prices

Replacement price is new fence plus removal. These are rough ranges to plan with.

Remove old fence
$15 – $40
per lineal metre

Depends on access, posts and footings.

Estimate only. Costs are always subject to change and many factors affect the final price. Contact us for an accurate written quote.

New paling, 1.8 m
$190 – $280
per lineal metre

Treated pine, installed.

Estimate only. Costs are always subject to change and many factors affect the final price. Contact us for an accurate written quote.

New Colorbond
$210 – $330
per lineal metre

Steel panels, installed.

Estimate only. Costs are always subject to change and many factors affect the final price. Contact us for an accurate written quote.

New slat fence
$260 – $450
per lineal metre

Timber or aluminium slats.

Estimate only. Costs are always subject to change and many factors affect the final price. Contact us for an accurate written quote.

Indicative ranges, installed, GST included. Prices last reviewed October 2026. See the full fence cost guide and calculator.

How replacement works

  1. 1

    Look at the old fence

    We check posts, rails and the line, and note what has to come out.
  2. 2

    Choose the new fence

    We talk through height, style, gates and finish.
  3. 3

    Written quote

    Removal and new fence are listed separately.
  4. 4

    Out with the old

    We remove the old fence and make good the line.
  5. 5

    In with the new

    New posts, rails and palings go in and we clean up.

Replacement problems to avoid

✕
What goes wrong

Building the new fence off the old line, even though the old line was wrong.

✕
What goes wrong

Leaving old concrete footings that block the new posts.

✕
What goes wrong

Neighbours surprised by a new fence.

✕
What goes wrong

Garden damage during removal.

Fences we've completed

A selection of fences we've built around Palmerston North.

New timber paling fence across a lawn beside a Palmerston North home
Timber paling fence across a lawn
New capped timber fence along a side yard, Palmerston North
Capped timber fence along a side yard
Timber paling fence with rails along a backyard boundary, Palmerston North
Timber fence with rails
Vertical board timber fence with a Rowdy Builders sign, Palmerston North
Vertical board timber fence
Stained timber fence across the front of a Palmerston North home
Stained timber fence, front yard
New timber paling fence along a driveway, Palmerston North
Timber paling fence along a driveway
Timber paling fence with a letterbox panel beside a footpath, Palmerston North
Timber fence with letterbox panel
Vertical board timber fence beside a black steel gate, Palmerston North
Vertical board fence with black steel gate
New timber paling fence beside a footpath, Palmerston North
Timber paling fence beside a footpath
Stained timber picket fence and gate around a Palmerston North home
Stained picket fence and gate
New timber boundary fence along a lawn beside a neighbouring house
Timber boundary fence along a lawn
Timber privacy screen fence beside a new pergola, Palmerston North
Timber privacy screen beside a pergola
Timber gate set into a timber paling fence, Palmerston North
Timber gate in a paling fence
Capped timber fence with rails beside a Palmerston North home
Capped timber fence with rails
New timber fence along an open driveway with the hills behind, Manawatū
Timber fence along an open driveway
Finished timber paling fence along a driveway with a tidy site
Finished timber paling fence, side access
Long timber paling fence beside a driveway built by Rowdy Builders
Long timber paling fence beside a driveway
Black aluminium pool fence around a patio and swimming pool, Palmerston North
Black aluminium pool fence
Black aluminium pool fence around a patio and swimming pool, Palmerston North
Black aluminium pool fence
Black aluminium pool fence beside a timber deck, Palmerston North
Aluminium pool fence beside a deck

Related pages

Fence repairs →
When a repair is the better answer.
Boundary fences →
Building on the boundary.
Timber vs Colorbond →
Compare materials.
Fence cost guide →
Ranges and a calculator.

Good questions

How much does it cost to replace a fence in Palmerston North?+

Removal is roughly $15 to $40 per metre on top of the new fence at about $190 to $330 per metre depending on type. This is an estimate only and costs are always subject to change. Many factors affect the final price, so contact us for an accurate written quote.

Do you remove the old fence?+

Yes. Removal and disposal can be included, and it is shown as its own line.

Can I keep my old posts?+

Sometimes, if they are sound. We test them and tell you honestly. Reusing weak posts usually costs more later.

How long does replacement take?+

A typical residential fence is a few days on site. Long runs and tricky access add time.

Will my neighbour contribute?+

Possibly. See our boundary fence guide. Talk to them first and put any agreement in writing.

Can I change the height or style?+

Yes. Check height and consent rules if you are going taller.

What happens to the old fence?+

We take it away. It is not left on your section.

Can you replace just part of a fence?+

Yes, as long as the remaining posts are sound and the new section matches.

Do I need a permit for a replacement fence?+

Usually not for a like-for-like fence under 2.5 m, but pool barriers have their own rules.

Can you keep my plants safe?+

We take care and talk through access at the measure up. Some damage to plants close to the fence line can be unavoidable.

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