Local fencing supplies yard
Run a small yard selling fence panels, posts and fixings to homeowners and local fencing contractors.
- £15k-60k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Estimates for a small start in the UK, not guarantees.
Official data
3,482 UK companies in this field, 22% registered in the last 2 years
SIC 47520 “Retail sale of hardware, paints and glass in specialised stores”. Source: Companies House, November 2026.
What it is
A small trade counter or yard stocking fence panels, posts, gravel boards, gates, concrete and fixings, with collection and local delivery.
Your first three steps
- Visit local fencing contractors and ask what they struggle to get, and what they pay now
- Find a unit or yard with space for storage and vehicle access, and get quotes from two or three timber and fixings wholesalers
- Work out your stock budget and delivery plan, then ask suppliers about trade accounts and credit terms
Who pays
Local fencing contractors, landscapers, builders and homeowners doing their own boundary work.
How it makes money
You buy from manufacturers and wholesalers and sell at a mark-up. Regular trade customers and delivery charges add steady repeat income.
Skills that help
- Knowing fencing products and what suits which job
- Stock control and buying
- Building relationships with local contractors
Watch out for
- Check planning and permitted use for any yard or unit with your local council, and ask about business rates
- Public liability and product liability insurance, plus employer's liability once you hire
- Forklift and delivery vehicle rules: check training needs and whether any vehicle needs an operator licence
- Heavy lifting and stacked stock, so plan manual handling and safe storage
- Stock tied up in cash, especially if trade customers pay late
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Coming soonQuestions people ask
How much does it cost to start a fencing supplies yard?
Startup costs are typically around £15,000 to £60,000, depending on your premises, the stock you buy and any delivery vehicle. These are estimates, and stock ties up cash, so plan for that.
How much can a fencing supplies yard earn?
Monthly revenue is typically around £10,000 to £50,000, depending on your stock, location and how many trade customers you win. These are estimates of revenue, not profit, and late-paying trade customers can strain cash.
What should I check before opening a fencing supplies yard?
Check planning and permitted use for any yard or unit with your local council, and ask about business rates. Also check forklift training and delivery vehicle rules, including any operator licence, insurance, and manual handling and safe storage for heavy stock.
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