5 things to do if your horse fencing quote exceeds your budget. 

In your journey of finding the perfect horse fence, there comes a point when your head and heart are convinced about your choice of fencing. That’s when you reach out to the fencing supplier and ask for a quote.  

If the quote is well inside the budget you’ve planned for your horse fencing project, then awesome. You can celebrate and get ready to say yes to the fence and start building your dream property. 

But what happens if the fencing quote goes over your budget?  

Should you give up on the fencing you’ve chosen after so much research? Should you start looking for alternative fencing right away and compromise on your dream fence? 

Don’t panic and read this article. We will discuss 5 ideas that will come to your rescue if your fencing estimate is way more than what you can pay or expect to pay. 

Read on to find out: 

1. Best practices to follow when you ask for a quote of horse fencing 
2. 5 things to do if the fencing quote exceeds your budget 

Best practices to follow when getting a fencing quote 

When you are looking for the perfect horse fence for your property, you consider a lot of factors like looks, durability, safety, versatility and more. But the most critical factor that influences your decision is cost.  

If you’ve already received your initial estimate that exceeds your budget, look at the best practices listed below to check if you followed them while contacting your supplier.  

If not, it’s good to keep them in mind the next time you reach out to your supplier for a revised quote. 

Things that will help you get the right estimate from your fencing supplier: 

Provide the right information to get the right fencing quote 

When you reach out to fencing suppliers for quotes, they might ask you some questions related to your property and specific fencing requirement.  

So, before you book that call, you should have collected sufficient information about your project. For example, which material are you interested in, the colour of fencing, the kind of look you want to achieve and most importantly the three non-negotiable features you desire from your fence. You can learn more about these requirements in detail and things you need to know before buying a Horse Fence in Australia.   

The more accurate and detailed the information is, the more definite quote fencing suppliers can provide on quantities needed for your property and the approximate price.  

Ask the suppliers to include the fencing contractors’ cost  

The fencing project usually has two major components that make up its cost – fencing materials and installation.  

While some fencing companies have installers on board, others might partner with different fencing contractors based on the need of different projects. But typically, every fencing company is aware of the cost of fencing contractors who operate in your area.  

So, when you request a quote, ask your fencing supplier to add an estimated cost of a fencing contractor as well. This will give you a good idea of the overall cost of your fencing project. 

Use interactive tools to get a more accurate estimate of needed fencing material 

Before you reach out, we would advise you to get a rough estimate of the fencing material, by using free interactive tools like, “Map My Fence”.  

This knowledge will better prepare you for a conversation with your fencing supplier and will definitely help keep the surprises in check. 

Request a site visit by your contractor or the fencing supplier 

To get an accurate quote, it’s best to ask either your fencing supplier or the fencing contractor to visit your property and check if there are any rocks, trees or other unforeseen issues that would affect the overall cost.  

Once the fencing supplier does a deep dive and visits your site, you will receive your first fencing quote either through an email or a phone call. 

5 things you can do if the horse fencing quote exceeds your budget 

We understand that everyone’s budget has a limit. While you might want the best possible fencing solution if your budget doesn’t stretch that far it will be difficult to get your dream horse fence.  

Here are a few things you can do to reduce the investment and achieve the horse fence you are after. 

1. Reduce the amount of fencing involved.

There might be a situation where you would have envisioned your fencing lines and have decided to get the fencing installed in the front, back and all around your property.  

If the quote exceeds your budget, stop and look around once again. Ask yourself can you cut down on some fence lines? Do you really need fencing in the back paddocks?  

The good news is, that reducing the fencing will help bring your cost down and still fit your dream fencing in the budget. You can feel proud at seeing it on your property every day. As they say, something is better than nothing. 

However, please remember you do have to compromise on your overall property’s vision here. 

2. Install the fence yourself.

If you are an enthusiastic DIYer and have basic experience and knowledge of installing a fence, then why not take the fencing project into your own hands? It will require hard work but will also be exciting for sure. This can help you save on the installation cost and bring down your overall fencing quote.  

Alternatively, you can also check with your fencing contractors if they can provide the more labour-intensive services like the installation of posts while you can do the rest yourself. 

This solution is worth trying, however, keep some room for mistakes. Since you lack the relevant experience as a fencing contractor you might not be able to match your exact vision. 

3. Use combinations of different fencing types to reduce the fencing quote

A good way to reduce the cost of your fencing quote, while still maintaining your desired look is to use a combination of premium and cost-effective fencing solutions. You can introduce cheaper fencing in less important areas where aesthetics and safety aren’t paramount.  

For example, you can install a premium solution like Buckley Fencing System in the front yard, while choosing a Legacy Rail for the back areas of your property. 

Another way to use combination fencing is by striking a balance between looks and utility. 

For example, instead of doing 3 or 4 rails of Buckley Fencing System what if you do top rail with Buckley and use Steel Wire Mesh below?

Or if you want a post and rail look with Horserail, instead of 3 rails of Horserail, you could probably do a single top rail of Horserail, and the bottom rails could be replaced by plastic coated electric wire like Hot Cote.  

This solution will help you own a premium fence and make a statement without compromising on functionality. However, don’t expect the looks to be as amazing as a fencing line of 3 or 4 rail fences. 

4. Change your fencing layout

Review your fencing plan and see if you can make some changes to the layout design to lower the costs. Consult your fencing supplier or the fencing contractor if there’s anything that can be removed or changed without majorly impacting the look.  

For example, if you choose to remove the gateways and have lesser corners, the cost of your project will come down.  

So, the great news is, that with a slight change in the design, you will still be able to get the horse fencing you always wanted for your property.  

However, it will be also good to acknowledge that the design of your property will be different than what you envisioned or expected initially.  

5. Allocate the funds from your other projects to fencing

If you’re building a new one or revamping your existing horse property, you might have set different pools of funds for various projects. Review the overall budget and see if there is any possibility to allocate more funds to fencing.  

If that’s not a doable option, you can also consider delaying your fencing project and continue to save up money till you have enough to get the fencing you’re after.  

We believe fencing lasts for decades, so it’s better to do it once and do it well. 

Getting a horse fence that matches your fencing budget 

It’s said that you get what you pay for, but what’s also true is that there are ways to get a part of it rather than giving it all up.  

In this article, you learnt 5 of these ways which can help you to reduce the cost of your fencing quote and still manage to own the fencing of your dreams. 

Now you know that if your first fencing quote goes over budget, you can use any of these solutions and request a revised estimate. This will let you build your property, but with a little difference.  

However, if none of these solutions works to bring the cost low enough, and budget is a huge constraint then look for a cheaper option. You might find something similar but be prepared to live with the compromise. 

If cost is a big consideration, you can also start your research for the perfect horse fencing by learning the cost of different Post and Rail fencing options in Australia. 

 If you have more questions on how to get an accurate fencing quote or need a customised quote to fit your dream fencing in a fixed budget, then speak to our fencing expert. We will do our best to bring your vision alive with the finest fencing solutions, that also work for you financially.