Fencing in Sunshine Coast
Compare 5 fencing operators across Sunshine Coast. Timber, Colorbond and pool fencing — installation and repair.
Colorbond fence, per linear metre installed: $95 – $145
Fencing in QLD is mostly unregulated except for two specific cases: pool fencing (strict regulation under Building Code of Australia + QLD Pool Safety Standard) and dividing fences (Neighbourhood Disputes Resolution Act 2011 — both neighbours typically share cost equally). Always check before agreeing to share costs.
Fencing operators in Sunshine Coast
Listing order is not a recommendation. Listed entries are sourced from public records and may not yet be claimed by the operator.
📅 When to book
Standard fencing 2-4 weeks. Pool fencing — book 4-6 weeks ahead (peak demand around summer). Storm damage repairs same-week with most operators.
📋 License & verification
Fencing work over $3,300 requires QBCC license. Pool fencing must comply with QDC MP3.4 — non-compliant pool fencing must be rectified before sale or pool inspection.
⚠️ Common mistakes
- •Building a dividing fence without written agreement with neighbours — costs disputes are common
- •Installing pool fencing without form of certification — must be Pool Safety Inspector signed off before final pool certificate
- •Building on the wrong boundary — assuming the old fence line is the legal boundary; a survey or dial-before-you-dig check avoids a costly relocate and a neighbour dispute
Frequently asked questions
Who pays for a fence between two properties?
Under QLD's Neighbourhood Disputes Resolution Act, neighbours share cost of a 'sufficient' dividing fence equally. If you want a higher-spec fence, you pay the difference. Always agree in writing before work starts.
What's the QLD pool fence law?
Pool fencing must comply with the QLD Pool Safety Standard — minimum 1.2m high, no climbable objects within 90cm, self-closing self-latching gate. New pools and any fence rebuild require a Pool Safety Certificate from a registered inspector.
How much does fencing cost per metre in SEQ?
As a rough guide, timber paling is lowest per metre, Colorbond mid-range, and feature or pool-compliant glass fencing the most. Site access, slope and removing the old fence all add to the price — get an on-site quote.
Do I need a permit to build a fence?
Standard dividing fences generally don't need council approval, but height limits, corner-block sightline rules, and pool fencing (which must meet the pool safety standard and be certified) are the exceptions. Check with your council for anything tall or on a boundary corner.