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Areas in Illawarra
Fencers based across the areas of Illawarra.
Where the fencers are
25fencers
Fencers in Wollongong
10 based here · Area
Fencers in Kiama & Shellharbour
9 based here · Area
Fencers in Dapto & Port Kembla
6 based here · Area
What to expect when hiring fencers in Illawarra
How to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.
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How to choose a good fencer in Illawarra
Illawarra has a good number of rated fencers to choose from. Use these numbers as a reference point when you compare profiles and quotes.
Most fencers here are rated highly, but few have many reviews yet. The typical fencer has 9 reviews. Only 2 of the 22 rated fencers based in Illawarra have 4.8 stars or more from at least 20 reviews.
SureQuote rankings take both star rating and review count into consideration to ensure you're seeing the best of the bunch. Updated October 2026.
- average rating
- 4.60
- typical reviews
- 9
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 20+
Star rating
50% of fencers here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 9 or fewer reviews
How do areas in Illawarra compare?
| Area | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Kiama & Shellharbour9 rated fencers15 typical reviews | 4.86 | 9 | 15 |
| Wollongong7 rated fencers8 typical reviews | 4.66 | 7 | 8 |
| All Illawarra22 rated fencers9 typical reviews | 4.60 | 22 | 9 |
| Dapto & Port Kembla6 rated fencers4 typical reviews | 4.15 | 6 | 4 |
What fencing costs
Across Australia, fencing typically runs $1,508 – $5,035 for fence installation, and $1,508 – $5,035 for fence replacement.
Local prices vary, so these are typical Australia-wide ranges, not a quote for Illawarra. What you'll pay comes down to the size of the job, the condition of what's being worked on, and the finish you choose. Get a few quotes to see your exact number — it's free.
Things to consider before you book
The local conditions that shape the job, the best time of year to book, and what to sort out before you choose a fencer.
Schedule Outdoor Work for Drier Months
Most of Illawarra gets more rain than most areas — fencer work benefits from scheduling in the drier months. Your tradie will work around the forecast, but booking ahead gives the best run of clear days.
Best time of year for fencing in Illawarra
Ideal months: April to May and September to October.
Based on typical local rainfall, temperature and humidity.
What's in a good Fencing quote?
A good quote spells out how the job is priced and what's covered — labour, materials, prep and clean-up — so you're comparing like for like. Check what each fencer's quote covers before you choose.
Worth knowing: getting two or three quotes is the simplest way to land a fair price — and it costs you nothing.
- 01Material specs
Brand, colour, profile and height of the fence panels.
- 02Post footings
Post size, concrete depth and footing method, stated.
- 03Old fence removal
A separate line for removal, skip hire and disposal.
- 04Gate specs
Sizes, swing, hardware, and pool compliance if needed.
- 05Licence and insurance
Contractor's licence number and public liability details.
- 06GST and payment
GST shown, with deposit and final payment schedule.
Cheapest isn't always the best. Check these before you hire anybody.
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Do fencers need a licence in NSW?
Fencers need a licence in NSW for jobs over $5,000.
Add the cost of labour and materials, including GST.
- Licence
- Contractor licence (fencing or structural landscaping)
- Regulator
- Building Commission NSW
Sources: nsw.gov.au. Checked 15 Oct 2026.
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