Your AI Receptionist. Built for UK Fencing Contractors.

Yes. Close board fencing with feather edge boards on arris rails and concrete or timber posts, standard lap panels on slotted concrete posts, hit-and-miss panels for wind resistance, post-and-rail agricultural fencing in half-round or square section, picket fencing in both pointed and rounded top, palisade security fencing in W and D profile, chain link on concrete or steel posts, weld mesh panels, acoustic barrier fencing for noise attenuation, composite fencing from brands like Jacksons, DuraPost, and Liniar, and trellis topper extensions — the AI captures the fence type, panel style, post material — concrete, timber, or steel — height, run length, and gravel board specification. It understands that different fence types serve fundamentally different purposes — a 1.8-metre close board on concrete posts is a permanent boundary installation, while a 1.2-metre picket fence is an aesthetic garden feature with different pricing and construction requirements.

This is the AI most powerful advantage for fencing contractors. After a named storm — Storm Eunice, Storm Isha, Storm Jocelyn — your phone receives 40 to 60 calls within 48 hours while you are already out repairing the first bookings. The AI handles unlimited simultaneous calls, giving each homeowner an individual, calm conversation that captures: the number of panels down, post condition — standing, leaning, snapped, or rotted at ground level — fence type for replacement matching, boundary situation — neighbouring garden, road, field, or railway — pet or child safety urgency, and access for material delivery. You receive each call as a prioritised lead and triage by urgency: road-boundary with children first, aesthetic garden repairs later. This storm-surge capacity is physically impossible for a sole trader or small crew to replicate manually.

Yes. Garden gates in matching close board or featheredge, side access gates with security locking, pedestrian gates in timber and metal, driveway gates in single and double opening, automated sliding and swing gates with electric operators, five-bar agricultural gates, and bespoke entrance gates — the AI captures the gate type, opening width, height, material preference, hinge side, locking requirements, and whether automation is needed. Gate work commands premium pricing at £300 to £5,000 per gate depending on size and automation, and the AI specification capture ensures you arrive for the site visit with the right knowledge to quote confidently.

The AI handles boundary situations with careful sensitivity. When callers mention shared boundaries, it captures whether both neighbours have agreed to the work, who owns the existing fence — the boundary owner is typically the person on whose side the posts and arris rails sit — whether the fence line is clearly established, and any height restrictions from covenants or planning conditions. This diplomatic handling protects you from being drawn into neighbour disputes where one party commissions fencing work without the boundary owner consent, potentially creating liability issues and damaging your reputation.

Yes. Palisade security fencing for industrial premises, weld mesh panels for school perimeters, chain link for sports facilities, temporary Heras panels for construction sites, acoustic barrier fencing for housing developments near roads or railways, deer fencing for estates and parkland, anti-climb fencing for commercial properties, and agricultural post-and-rail for equestrian and farming applications — all captured with the site type, total run length, height specification, security rating, access arrangements, and installation timeline. Commercial fencing contracts at £5,000 to £50,000 provide high-value, programme-driven work that scales a domestic fencing business.

Yes. Fencing Contractors Association membership, CSCS card for commercial site work, Jacksons Fencing approved installer, public liability insurance, manufacturer-backed guarantees on timber treatment and concrete post durability, BS 1722 compliance for fencing standards, and any specialist certifications for security fencing or acoustic barrier installation — all referenced when customers ask about quality assurance. Manufacturer-backed treatment guarantees of 15 to 25 years on pressure-treated timber differentiate your professional installation from budget competitors using untreated or inadequately treated materials that rot within 3 to 5 years.

Both. A sole trader fencing contractor works physically all day — digging post holes, operating petrol post drivers generating deafening noise, bolting panels in wind, and cutting timber with circular saws — with the phone in the van and ears ringing from equipment noise. In normal conditions, 4 to 6 calls go to voicemail daily. After a storm, that number multiplies to 40 to 60 calls in 48 hours — an impossible volume for any human to handle while simultaneously repairing fences. At £39/month, one rescued fence job covers the cost for a year. Larger fencing operations with multiple crews use the AI for commercial tender response, developer contract management, and consistent storm-surge handling across all communication channels.

48 hours. We learn about your fencing services — close board, lap panels, post-and-rail, gates, security fencing, commercial work — your coverage area, pricing approach, timber specifications, and how you want storm-damage emergency calls prioritised against scheduled boundary installations. The AI is configured on your existing phone number. You handle zero technical setup.

Fencing contractors work outdoors in all weather, operating post hole borers, handling heavy panels, and using concrete mixers — environments where hearing and answering a phone is extremely difficult. Fencing demand surges after storms (when panels blow down) and in spring (when homeowners plan garden improvements), creating periods where call volumes are overwhelming. Research shows 78% of customers hire the first fencing contractor to respond, and 85% of callers never ring back. With panel replacements worth £200-£500, new boundary fences worth £1,000-£3,000, and large property or commercial fencing at £5,000-£15,000, missed calls carry real financial weight. A receptionist costs £25,000-£30,000 per year. Speed Receptionist costs £39 per month — £468 a year — and works 24/7. Your AI captures the fence type (close board, lap panel, picket, security), boundary length, access constraints, and urgency — and escalates storm-damage emergencies to your mobile immediately.

Just drop us a message — routine business updates are free and included in your plan. If you've adjusted your panel pricing, added composite or metal railing options, or changed your winter working schedule, we'll update your AI receptionist within 24 hours at no extra charge. This covers the kind of day-to-day changes any fencing contractor business makes: adjusting prices, tweaking your service list, updating opening hours, or changing your service area. We want your AI to always give your customers accurate, up-to-date information about your fencing contractor business.

Speed Receptionist processes customer enquiry data solely for the purpose of capturing and delivering leads to your fencing contractor business. Whether a customer contacts you by phone, website chat, WhatsApp, SMS, email, or social media, their data is handled under strict UK GDPR compliance. We operate as a data processor, meaning your business remains the data controller. All data is processed and stored within the United Kingdom, encrypted in transit and at rest, and retained only for as long as needed to deliver the service. Phone callers are informed their call may be recorded for service purposes, and chat visitors are notified their conversation may be stored. We never sell, share, or use your customers' personal details for marketing. You can request deletion of any data at any time, and we will action it within 30 days. Our full privacy policy details our complete data handling practices, retention periods, and your rights under UK data protection law.