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Diamond Mesh Fencing Supplied and Installed in South Africa

Diamond mesh fencing is the most widely used boundary fence in South Africa because it is affordable, quick to put up and lasts for years. It keeps dogs in, marks your boundary and works on almost any ground. diamondmesh.co.za makes buying it simple: send one free request and a fencing contractor or supplier in your area replies with a quote for the mesh, poles and installation.

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What is a diamond mesh fence?

A diamond mesh fence, also called chain link or diamond wire fencing, is made from wires woven into a pattern of diamond-shaped openings. The mesh is supplied in rolls, normally 30 m long, and fixed to steel poles with straining wire, tie wire and stays. Common South African specifications are:

  • Heights of 1.2 m, 1.5 m, 1.8 m, 2.1 m and 2.4 m
  • Mesh openings of 50 mm or 75 mm
  • Wire thickness of 2.0 mm to 4.0 mm (lighter for gardens, heavier for security)
  • Galvanised, PVC-coated green or black finishes

Diamond mesh fencing prices

Searches for a diamond mesh fencing price list or 1.8 m diamond mesh fence prices usually show the cost of a roll only. The real cost of a fence also includes line poles every 2.5 to 3 m, corner and gate poles with stays, straining wire, concrete footings, labour and any gates or razor wire on top. Height, wire gauge, coating and ground conditions all change the price per metre. Rocky ground, slopes and long runs without access affect labour costs. A written quote for your actual boundary length is the only reliable way to compare.

Where diamond mesh fencing works best

Diamond mesh is a good choice for residential boundaries, smallholdings, schools, sports fields, factories, solar farms and construction sites. It gives clear visibility, so security guards and cameras can see through it, and it is easy to extend later. Where higher security is needed, contractors can add a razor wire or barbed wire top, an electric fence offset or a concrete plinth to stop burrowing. Some buyers also ask about second-hand diamond mesh fencing. It is cheaper, but check that the mesh is not rusted or stretched before you buy it.

Diamond Mesh Fencing specifications

Heights1.2 m, 1.5 m, 1.8 m, 2.1 m, 2.4 m
Mesh opening50 mm or 75 mm diamond
Wire2.0 mm to 4.0 mm
FinishGalvanised, PVC-coated green or black
Roll lengthUsually 30 m

How to compare diamond mesh fencing quotes

The cheapest price per metre is not always the best value in fencing. When your diamond mesh fencing quote arrives, check:

  • Materials: the wire or steel thickness, the type of galvanising or coating, and the pole size and spacing. Thinner material looks the same on day one but fails sooner.
  • Foundations: how deep the poles are set and whether they are concreted. Most fence failures start at the posts.
  • What is included: gates, locks, corner stays, removal of an old fence, site clearing and rubble removal.
  • Guarantee and timing: workmanship guarantees, the expected start date and how long installation will take.

Our service passes your request to a contractor who works in your area, so you can ask these questions before you commit. It costs nothing and you are under no obligation to accept the quote.

Request a diamond mesh fencing quote

To get an accurate quote quickly, include:

  • The total length of the boundary in metres
  • The fence height and whether you want galvanised or PVC-coated mesh
  • The number and width of gates
  • Whether you need razor wire, barbed wire or an electric fence on top
  • Supply only, or supply and installation

Photos or a rough sketch of the boundary help too. Mention them in the details and the contractor will ask for them.

Frequently asked questions

Do you install diamond mesh fencing yourselves?

No. We are a free quote service. Your request goes to an independent fencing contractor or supplier in your area, who quotes you directly and does the work.

How long does a diamond mesh fence last?

A properly galvanised fence with concreted poles usually lasts 15 years or more inland. Near the coast, PVC-coated mesh or heavier galvanising lasts longer in the salty air.

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