Securing Hurlingham's large stands and established boundary walls
Hurlingham is about 3 km west of Sandton City. Properties in Hurlingham are typically large, established stands with long boundary walls, often running alongside public roads like Winnie Mandela Drive or green areas such as the Braamfontein Spruit. This creates extensive perimeters where faults can be hard to locate. The mature gardens common in the area often cause false alarms as branches grow onto the fence strands, especially after rain or on windy days. The age of many boundary walls also means brackets can work loose over time as the wall settles or cracks.
For these long Hurlingham perimeters, we recommend splitting the fence into several zones so that any fault is isolated to a smaller, more manageable section. We address vegetation issues by clearing the fence line and fitting offset brackets to hold the strands away from overhanging trees. On any boundary facing a public area, we pay close attention to compliance, making sure yellow warning signs are correctly placed and that the fence earthing is effective, as these are important points for an inspection.
When selling a freestanding home in Hurlingham, the seller is responsible for arranging the Electric Fence System Certificate. This is typically asked for by the bank before transfer for any change of ownership after 1 October 2012. We advise booking an inspection when you list your property to allow time for any necessary repairs before issuing the certificate. Tyson Botha is registered with the Department of Employment and Labour as an electric fence installer, and proof of his 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 Hurlingham
Our fence on our Hurlingham property trips constantly, especially when it's windy. What's the likely cause?
On large, established properties like those in Hurlingham, the most common cause is vegetation. Branches from mature trees touching the wires will trigger the alarm. We walk the fence line to find the problem areas and can clear them or fit offset brackets to move the fence away from the foliage.
My wall faces a public path along the Braamfontein Spruit. Does this affect my electric fence certificate?
Yes, it's a key point for compliance. Any part of a fence accessible to the public, such as along a spruit or road, must have warning signs at specific intervals. An inspector will fail a fence if these signs are missing, incorrectly spaced, or not clearly visible.
If something on your electric fence setup in Hurlingham is not working as it should, the quickest fix starts with a call. We will ask a few questions, book a visit and quote in writing before any work starts.