Securing Parkmore properties along George Lea Park and the spruit
Parkmore is about 2 km north-west of Sandton City. Parkmore's security is often defined by its public green spaces. Many homes and complexes have boundaries directly on George Lea Park or the Braamfontein Spruit, creating long, exposed perimeters. These public-facing walls require a solid fence, as they are more accessible than internal boundaries. On older stands, established trees are a common source of false alarms during high winds or rain, tripping the system unnecessarily.
Our approach in Parkmore focuses on these public-facing boundaries. We make sure warning signs are correctly spaced and visible, a key compliance point for any fence along a park or spruit. To prevent nuisance tripping, we clear vegetation and can install offset brackets to hold strands away from overhanging branches. We also make sure the energiser and battery are correctly sized to support the full perimeter, especially for the older, larger properties found in the area.
When selling a Parkmore property, an Electric Fence System Certificate is usually requested for the transfer. For a freestanding house, the seller arranges the inspection. In sectional title complexes, the certificate covers the entire perimeter and is held by the body corporate. The certificate is needed for any change of ownership after 1 October 2012. Tyson Botha is registered with the Department of Employment and Labour to issue these certificates, and 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 Parkmore
My wall runs along the Braamfontein Spruit. Are there special rules for the electric fence there?
Yes, the main consideration is clear and correct signage. Warning signs must be placed at specific intervals to be compliant, as the fence is next to a public pathway. We check this carefully during any inspection or installation.
Our fence is old and keeps being set off by branches from a large tree. What's the solution?
We first clear all vegetation touching the fence wires. Depending on the tree, we can sometimes reposition the wires or use offset brackets to create more clearance, which reduces false alarms caused by wind or rain.
If something on your electric fence setup in Parkmore 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.