Securing Glenadrienne's tree-lined properties along the Braamfontein Spruit
Properties in Glenadrienne are often large, established stands with mature gardens. This presents a specific challenge for electric fences, as large trees can cause persistent false alarms, especially in wind or rain. Many boundaries run along busy public-facing roads like Coleraine Drive or back directly onto the Braamfontein Spruit greenbelt, where a reliable perimeter is important and compliance with regulations is closely checked.
Our approach in Glenadrienne is to manage the vegetation first. We clear branches touching the fence line and can install offset brackets to move the strands away from overhanging trees. For perimeters facing the spruit or busy roads, we pay close attention to the placement of warning signs and the condition of the earth spikes, as these are important for both safety and compliance. We also check the integrity of older boundary walls to make sure brackets are secure.
When selling a freestanding home in Glenadrienne, the seller arranges for the Electric Fence System Certificate. Banks and sale agreements usually ask for this for any transfer after 1 October 2012. We recommend booking an inspection when you list the property to allow time for any needed repairs. In the suburb's cluster complexes, the certificate is issued to the body corporate. Tyson is registered with the Department of Employment and Labour to issue the certificate; proof of registration is available on request.
Everything we install and repair, and how a job runs from first call to handover, is on our electric fencing page.
Questions from Glenadrienne
My fence trips whenever it's windy because of the big trees in my garden. What can you do?
We can usually solve this without removing the trees. We start by clearing all the foliage that is touching the wires. If branches are likely to grow back quickly, we can fit offset brackets to move the fence strands further out from the wall and away from the tree.
Do I need a new certificate if I replace my old energiser?
Yes. Changing the energiser is considered a major alteration to the system, which means a new Electric Fence System Certificate must be issued to certify that the new installation is compliant. Small repairs like replacing a few insulators do not require a new one.
Every Glenadrienne property is different, so we look before we quote. Send us a photo or call, and we will arrange a visit and a written quote for your electric fence work.