Arena fence repair in Exeter
Professional arena fence repair services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£85-£210
Typical Duration
1.5-4 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Riding arena and menage fencing repaired. Broken rails replaced, posts reinforced, safe fixings used. Keeps your riding space secure and safe for horses.
Damaged Fencing Is a Safety Hazard
Broken arena rails are a genuine risk - horses can get legs caught, spook at gaps, or push through damaged sections. Regular maintenance keeps everyone safe.
💡 Pro tip: Check your arena fencing every few months. Horses test it constantly - catch broken rails before they become dangerous gaps.
What Makes Safe Arena Fencing?
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Smooth rails, no splinters | Cracked timber with sharp edges |
| Fixings face inward | Screws/nails protruding outward |
| Secure but has slight give | Rigid fencing that doesn't yield |
| No gaps wide enough for legs | Broken rails creating hazards |
What You Get
🔧 Professional Arena Repairs
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Inspect | Check all damaged sections, posts, fixings |
| Replace | Broken rails out, new ones fitted properly |
| Secure | All fixings safe, no sharp edges |
| Check | Walk the fence, make sure it's solid |
📦 You're Left With
- Safe, secure arena perimeter
- Matched materials and finish
- No sharp edges or protrusions
- Peace of mind for riding
Pricing Guide
| Work Required | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Few rail replacements | 1.5-2 hrs | £85-£110 |
| Multiple rails + post repair | 2-3 hrs | £110-£160 |
| Extensive repairs | 3-4 hrs | £160-£210 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Timber and materials additional.
Perfect For Your Equestrian Property If...
✅ Broken rails - kicked, jumped, or rotted
✅ Loose posts - leaning or unstable
✅ Safety concern - gaps or sharp edges
✅ Storm damage - sections blown down
Why Choose Us for Arena fence repair in Exeter?
Rails replaced or repositioned
Posts reinforced or replaced
Surface-safe fixings used
Maintains safe riding space
What to Expect
Step 1: Assess Damage
I'll walk your arena and identify all the issues - broken rails, unstable posts, dodgy fixings. Work out what needs replacing versus what can be secured.
Step 2: Source Materials
Match your existing fencing type and size. Get everything needed before starting work.
Step 3: Replace & Secure
Remove damaged sections carefully. Fit new rails at correct heights, secure properly with inward-facing fixings. Check for sharp edges.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to maintain your own arena fencing? Here's how:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Cordless drill/impact driver
- Saw (for cutting rails to length)
- Post hole digger (if replacing posts)
- Spirit level
- Coach screws and washers (galvanised)
- Treated timber rails
📏 Standard arena dimensions
- Rail height: Usually 1.2m-1.4m (top rail)
- Second rail: About halfway down
- Third rail (if used): Lower third
- Posts: Every 2.5-3m
🪛 Replacing rails safely
- Remove damaged rail completely
- Check posts are still solid
- Cut new rail to exact length
- Position at correct height (match existing)
- Fix with coach screws from inside
- Countersink screws below surface
- Check no sharp edges or protrusions
🗜️ Reinforcing loose posts
- Dig out around base
- Check if post is rotten (replace if so)
- Pack with concrete if just loose
- Add diagonal brace if needed
- Reattach rails once post is solid
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Fixings facing outward (dangerous for horses)
- Rails at uneven heights
- Sharp edges not sanded down
- Posts not deep enough (60cm minimum)
- Using untreated timber that rots fast
💡 Pro trick: When replacing rails, use coach bolts or screws with cup washers. They sit flush and can't work loose like nails. Horses lean on arena fencing constantly - it needs to stay secure.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🐴 Kick boards - If your arena has kick boards at ground level, check those too. Horses paw at them and they rot from ground contact. Easy to miss but important for keeping horses in.
Height matters - Arena fencing should be tall enough to discourage jumping but not so high it's intimidating. 1.2-1.4m is standard. If you've got young or flighty horses, you might want the higher end.
Materials - Treated softwood is most common and cost-effective. Hardwood lasts longer but costs more. Whatever you use, it needs treating at cut ends or rot sets in fast.
While I'm there - If you've got other equestrian repairs needed (field shelter, gates, tack room fittings), get them done in one visit. More efficient than multiple trips.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's different about arena fencing?
It needs to be safe for horses if they collide with it - no sharp edges or protrusions. Rails should give slightly on impact, fixings face inward, and posts are rounded or padded. It's about minimizing injury if something goes wrong.
Can you replace individual rails without redoing the whole arena?
Yes - that's most of what I do. Single rails get kicked, jumped, or snapped. I can match your existing setup and replace just the damaged sections.
What's the best material for arena rails?
Treated timber is most common and horses respect it. Plastic boards don't splinter but are expensive. Post and rail is traditional. Whatever you've got, I can repair to match.
How long does arena fence repair take?
Replacing a few rails might be 1.5-2 hours. Replacing posts as well takes longer. Full perimeter repair could be 3-4 hours. Depends how many sections need work.
Do I need to stay off the arena while you're working?
Just the section I'm working on. I can usually work on one side while you use the other, or do it in sections over a couple of visits if you need continuous use.
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