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CASE STUDY · SOCIAL HOUSING FRAMEWORK · SOUTH WALES
Social housing fencing framework across South Wales for QDL.
A social-housing fencing framework for QDL across South Wales: 43 fencing work orders in 2024, mostly featheredge and hit-and-miss.
A 2024 social-housing fencing work order.
Commercial & public sector
Project details
- Client
- QDL Contractors Ltd
- Date
- 2024 - Present
- Project
- Social housing fencing framework
- Location
- South Wales
Kingsley Build Group delivers social-housing fencing for QDL across South Wales: 43 fencing work orders in 2024, installing a variety of fencing types for multiple housing developments, most commonly feather-edge and hit-and-miss.
Scope of work
- Removal and disposal of existing fencing and construction of various new fencing styles, including (but not limited to) featheredge and hit-and-miss fencing, across multiple properties in the social housing sector.
- 43 work orders completed in 2024, each a removal and replacement at an occupied property.
Typical fencing types
Featheredge fencing
Known for its durability and traditional look, featheredge fencing is a popular choice for residential properties. It provides solid privacy and is built to withstand harsh weather.
- Materials used: Pressure-treated timber, strong posts, gravel boards for added durability, and stainless-steel fixings.
- Installation method: Boards are overlapped for complete coverage, with sturdy posts set at regular intervals for support.
Hit-and-miss fencing
Designed for a more modern look, hit-and-miss fencing offers both privacy and airflow through alternating slats positioned on opposite sides of the fence, a versatile option suited to a range of properties.
- Materials used: High-quality timber, with careful spacing and alignment of slats for a clean, structured finish.
- Installation method: Vertical or horizontal slats are attached to fence rails, with spacing adjusted to the client's specifications.
Project coordination and challenges
- Workload management: Each gang is assigned specific tasks based on job complexity and location, so the workload is evenly distributed.
- Client communication: Regular updates and site visits with QDL aim to meet their expectations consistently.
- Logistical challenges: Some sites have needed additional preparation because of terrain or access issues, addressed by adapting the installation method so that deadlines were kept.
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