Landscaping in North London
Garden fencing, decking, patios and clearances for the small gardens and yards of Islington and north London.
- Garden fencing
- Fence repairs
- Decking
- Patios
- Garden clearance
- Materials at trade discount
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Want the garden sorted this year?
Gardens in Islington and north London are mostly small and usually only reachable through the house. That shapes every job: materials get carried through, and the space has to work hard.
Fencing and decking are carpentry outdoors, and John is a carpenter by trade. Posts set solid, frames built square and boards fixed to last.
He works on gardens across Islington and north London from his base in Holloway, N7.
What garden work does John take on?
Garden fencing
New fences, replacement panels and repairs.
New fencing
Posts and panels, or closeboard fencing built in place, set solid in the ground.
Fence repairs
Leaning posts, blown panels and broken rails replaced.
Decking
Timber decking built on a proper frame, with room for air to circulate underneath so it lasts. A good way to level a sloping garden or make a basement yard usable.
Patios
Paving laid on a compacted sub-base with a slight fall, so rainwater runs away from the house instead of pooling.
Garden clearance
Overgrown gardens cut back and cleared, ready for new fencing, decking or planting. A common job between tenancies for landlords and agents.
Why choose John for garden work?
A carpenter by trade
Carpentry is John's trade, so the fiddly work of measuring, cutting and fitting is done properly.
Deal with John directly
The person you speak to is the person who does the job. No call centre, no franchise, no passing you on.
Materials sorted
John can source materials at a trade discount, or work with the ones you've already bought.
Local to N7
Based on Seven Sisters Road in Holloway, a short trip from anywhere in Islington and north London.
Do you need planning permission for a fence?
Usually not. In England a fence up to 2 metres high generally doesn't need planning permission, or up to 1 metre where it's next to a road.
The rules can be different for listed buildings and some conservation areas, which covers a lot of Islington. If in doubt, check with the council before work starts.
When to book garden work
Spring is the busiest time of year for fencing and landscaping, as everyone wants the garden ready for summer. Booking in late winter gets the work done before the rush.
Where does John work on gardens?
Based at 124 Seven Sisters Road, Holloway N7 6AE, and working across Islington and north London.
Questions answered
Can you work in a garden with no side access?
Yes. Most terraced houses in Islington have no side access, so carrying materials through the house is the usual way garden jobs are done here.
Do I need planning permission for a new fence?
Generally not for a fence up to 2 metres, or 1 metre next to a road. Listed buildings and some conservation areas have different rules, so check with the council if that applies to you.
Do you do garden clearances?
Yes, including clearances between tenancies for landlords and letting agents.
Can you supply fencing and decking materials?
Yes. John can source materials at a trade discount, or use materials you've bought.
Which areas do you cover?
Islington and north London, including Holloway, Highbury, Finsbury Park, Archway, Tufnell Park, Stoke Newington, Kentish Town, Crouch End and Haringey.