Managing Saxonwold's fences on stately properties with established gardens
Saxonwold is about 6 km south of Sandton City. Saxonwold's security is defined by the perimeters of its large, stately properties. High, mature walls often run for long distances along tree-lined roads like Erlswold Way or Cotswold Drive. The main challenge comes from the suburb's established gardens; large trees and dense creepers provide cover and are the primary cause of false alarms, especially in wind or rain. An older fence installation on a cracked or raised wall can also have loose brackets, creating a physical weak point.
Our approach in Saxonwold is to first assess the impact of vegetation. We clear fence lines and use offset brackets to hold the strands away from overhanging canopies. On these long perimeters, we check that the earthing is still effective and that warning signs are correctly placed, especially on boundaries facing public areas like Zoo Lake. For very large properties, we often recommend splitting the fence into multiple zones to make finding a fault faster.
When selling a freestanding home in Saxonwold, the seller arranges for the Electric Fence System Certificate, which is usually asked for before transfer. For any change of ownership after 1 October 2012, a certificate is needed. In Saxonwold's sectional title complexes, the certificate is issued to the body corporate, so agents should request a copy from the managing agent. Tyson is registered with the Department of Employment and Labour as an electric fence installer; 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 Saxonwold
Our fence along Oxford Road is always being triggered by the large trees. What can you do short of cutting them down?
We first trim what is currently touching the wires. We can then fit offset brackets to move the fence line further out from the wall and away from the tree canopy. This usually solves the problem without needing to remove established trees.
The wall on our Saxonwold property was raised years ago. Is the original fence still compliant?
Not always. When a wall is raised, the original fence brackets can become unstable or incorrectly positioned. An inspection for a certificate will check that the entire installation is secure and meets all safety standards. We would quote to correct any issues found.
Every Saxonwold 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.