Maintaining electric fences on Lyndhurst's high-walled residential stands
Lyndhurst is about 5 km south-east of Sandton City. Lyndhurst is characterised by freestanding homes on large, established stands, often enclosed by high brick or precast walls that have been in place for decades. The main challenge for an electric fence here is the long perimeter itself, combined with mature gardens. Over time, walls can shift or crack, loosening brackets, while overgrown trees cause constant false alarms, especially on properties near main routes like Johannesburg Road and Pretoria Road.
Our approach in Lyndhurst is to focus on the integrity of the entire system. We inspect the full length of these older walls, securing loose brackets and re-tensioning any sagging wires. Because established gardens are a key feature of the suburb, we pay special attention to clearing vegetation from the fence line. We also test the earthing system, which is important for performance but can degrade over years, and make sure warning signs are correctly placed along public-facing boundaries.
For homeowners selling a freestanding property in Lyndhurst, the seller arranges the Electric Fence System Certificate. This is typically asked for by banks or conveyancers for any change of ownership after 1 October 2012, no matter how old the fence is. We recommend booking the inspection when you list your home to allow time for any repairs. Tyson Botha is registered with the Department of Employment and Labour as an electric fence installer and can 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 Lyndhurst
My wall is old and has been raised in places over the years. Will this be a problem for the certificate?
It can be. Wall alterations can lead to insecure brackets, incorrect wire spacing, or sagging strands. During our inspection on a Lyndhurst property, we specifically check the stability and compliance of the fence across the entire wall, including any sections that have been modified.
My large trees are constantly triggering the alarm. What are my options?
You usually do not need to remove the trees. We can trim any branches currently touching the fence. For a more lasting solution on Lyndhurst's heavily treed stands, we can often fit offset brackets to move the fence wires away from the tree line, preventing future alarms.
Every Lyndhurst 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.