Cost Of Improving Your Farm Fences Before Selling

Fencing can be a big job — but it doesn’t have to be.

Ensure your new fences are easy to install and maintain by selecting the right products for the job. Rotech’s range of innovative fence hardware makes installing new fences faster and easier than ever.

Fast-Install, Machinery Free, No-Weld Strainer Assemblies

Our range of Drive-Tight & Stay-Tight end assemblies makes it fast and easy to install a key component of your fences—the strainer posts & stays. 

Our Drive-Tight end assembly kits include the post, post cap, stay. Stay connector, footplate & tensions assembly, so you have everything you need. These hand-driven posts make it possible to install a full end assembly in 15 minutes, with no machinery necessary, and no welding required. If you also have pest animals in the area, our Drive-Tight exclusion fence end assembly kits will give you the extra height needed to keep out feral animals and are just as easy to install as our standard height end assemblies. 

If you already have the machinery necessary, our drivable round post end assembly kits are a great time-saving option too, making it possible to install 10 to 30 assemblies in a day, instead of the average two or three.

We also have a range of fitting kits, where you supply your own post and stay (this is a popular option if you have a local steel supplier, and can help reduce freight costs to remote areas).

Not convinced it’s that easy? Check out our drive-tight installation video that shows the full process.

Adjustable gate hinge set to keep your gates swinging smoothly

Once you’ve got the strainer and gate posts installed, you’ll need gate hinges too. Our easy to install, no weld, bolt-on adjustable round post hinge set (FG6) is another great time-saving option. But do you know what the best part is? This hinge set offers 5 ½” (140mm) of vertical adjustment so you can ensure your gate swings perfectly. There will be no more gates dragging on the ground, or sticking up in the air. Now you can get the swing just right every time!

Easy to attach, easy to maintain, galvanised gate latches & catches

Your gates won’t just need hinges, but they’ll need high-quality, reliable latches too. We manufacture a full range of hot-dip galvanised latches specifically designed for steel posts. Our farm gate latches and catches range has something to suit any application and can either be welded or screwed onto your posts. The galvanising means these latches will stay looking newer for longer and are sure to keep your paddocks secure.

Reduce labour costs by installing yourself

By selecting fence hardware that is easy to install, doesn’t require heaps specialised equipment, and can be installed quickly, you can save on a lot of the labour costs of new farm fencing by installing your fences yourself. Not having to rely on contractors or expensive installation equipment means you get more “bang for your buck” with your fence upgrades.

Not ready to take it on on your own? Check out our list of rural fencing contractors who are familiar with Rotech’s products and can install them for you. Rotech products will save time for the contractors too, and help you save on labour costs.

Once you’ve got your end assemblies in place, and your gates ready to go, be sure you are using the correct fence post spacing for your needs. Read our guide on the right fence post spacing here.

Less Ongoing Maintenance

So you know you need a quality, reliable fence, with suitable hardware, that looks neat and tidy, and it might not be all that hard to install—but it’s still going to cost money. 

Have you factored in the cost of maintaining your existing fencing? Ongoing repairs and maintenance to your existing fencing can be expensive and time-consuming. For a buyer, the cost of maintaining the existing fencing is likely to be a factor when they’re determining a final offer price. By installing new, long-lasting, galvanised fence hardware, you can reduce the ongoing maintenance costs for the buyer.

Farm Fencing Costs

So how much will it cost? Well, how long is a piece of string? The total cost of updating your farm fences before selling will depend on a lot of factors, including the planned land use, local topography, the location of the fence, and whether it is a boundary or internal fence.

You’ll need to factor in the cost of the following when budgeting for your new farm fences:

• End assemblies & strainer posts
• Intermediate posts (like star pickets)
• Wire or mesh
• Gates & gate hardware
• Machinery costs
• Installation material costs (like concrete for non-driven posts)
• Labour costs

Local Considerations

Fire Conditions

In bushfire prone areas, having new all-steel fencing can be a real selling point for a buyer looking to purchase a property. More people are looking at fireproof fencing as an asset in these areas that are susceptible to fire. Buyers will favour properties that have already invested in and installed steel strainer assemblies, as these won’t burn out in a fire.

Rotech’s products are hot-dip galvanised steel and are designed to stand up to high temperatures in fires. If a bushfire comes through the property, the last thing anyone wants to worry about is having to rebuild fences as part of a cleanup effort!

Pests & Predators

Depending on the land use and pests in the area you may also want to consider exclusion fencing as a way to add some serious value for potential buyers. Exclusion fencing can greatly reduce the impact of wild dogs, pigs and other predators, and is a valuable investment that will be appreciated by potential buyers.