Prices of electric fence per meter starts from R105.00 up to R165.00 for wall top fence including installation cost. Free standing electricity fence installation cost from R205.00 per meter up to R350.00. The cost of electric fencing installation becomes cheaper for longer fences. Electric fence energizers prices start from R2750.00 going up. Browse the electric fence pricing table below.
Pricing table for wall top fence
The table below shows different electric fence cost per metre for different heights and distances. Please note that prices given below includes all hardware materials and installation excluding the energiser.
| number of fence lines | Cost per meter (-200m) | Cost per meter (200m +) |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | R 105.00 | R 95.00 |
| 8 | R 125.00 | R 115.00 |
| 10 | R 145.00 | R 135.00 |
| 12 | R 165.00 | R 155.00 |
Free standing electric pricing table
In the table below is electric fence prices for different distances and height. These prices are inclusive of all hardware materials including installtion but excluding the energiser. Energiser prices will be given in the next section.
| Number of fence lines | Rate per meter (-100m) | Rate per meter (200m +) |
|---|---|---|
| 18 | R 215.00 | R 205.00 |
| 24 | R 275.00 | R 265.00 |
| 30 | R 315.00 | R 305.00 |
Cost of electric fence installation
The rates on electric fence installation when you purchase your own materials range from R 35.00 per meter to R85.00 per meter. Depending on installers some can charge per hour or day spend on installation. How long it takes to install an electric fence greatly depend on size and site complications. Wall top fencing takes shorter than freestanding fence. Fence line clearing can increase the installation cost.
Factors to consider on electric fence installation.
Fence height
To achieve best security results higher fences makes it more difficult to jump over. 8 line electric fences going up is best for shorter walls.
Specifications of fence wire
The type of electric fence wire helps in reaching higher voltage due to resistance factor. Aluminum wire lasts longer and has less resistance compared to galvanized wire for wall top fences.
Fence durability and wire lifespan
Choosing fence materials that last longer before rusting is critical with environmental factors in consideration. Best electric fence materials should last at least 15 years with good routine maintenance.
Safety regulations compliance
All electric fence are required to comply with local regulations and a certificate of compliance provided after installation. Certified installers are able to put up a fence in line with health safety standards.
Energizer cost and prices
Prices for different sizes of energisers given below exclude installation fees and accessories like lightning diverters, siren and earthing.
Nemtek Wizord 4i energiser
Price: R 2565.00
The Wizord energizers have been field tested for many years and boast unsurpassed reliability. Simple to install and easy to maintain. 3.7 joule output energizer suitable for domestic wall top electric fences.
Merlin 18 Nemtek energizer
Price: R 3999.00
The Merlin Stealth single zone energizers are a powerful reange that can be used fromresidential to high-end security needs. These energizers can be controlled by a tag or keypad, and can be programmed to offer customised solutions. 7.6 joule output single zone.
Nemtek Merlin 28s energizer
Price: R 4250.00
Merlin Stealth Dual Zone enrgizer is a powerful range that can be used for residential to high-end security needs. It is cost effective solution where more than one zone is required. Seperation of the fence into two zones allows easy identification of affected fence faults or tempering. Smart design allows the maximum amount of energy transfered to a zone that needs it. These energizers can be controlled by a tag or keypad.
Merlin 4i Energizer
Price: R 3250.00
The Merli 4i includes a keypad for controlling ad programmig the energizer. The eergizer ca be installed near the fence and the keypad can be located where its most conveient for the user. This allows the user to control the energizer remotely, with up to four keypads.
JVA Z18 energizer
Price: R 4859.00
The JVA Z18 is a single zone energizer purpose built for control and monitoring of perimeter electric fence. It can meet all the residential to fully intergrated high profile installations. The Z18 can be controlled or programmed using the optional LCD or touch keypad.
Electric fence accessories prices
Price: R 640.00
This LED solar regulator offers advanced Maximum Power Point (MPP) technology for over 90% efficiency when used with a 140Watt solar panel. It can also work with solar panels sizes from 20Watt to 200Watts making it very flexible.
Double pole inline gate contactor
Price: R 599.00
The 2-Way Gate Contact is for wiring live wires in series onto a sliding gate. The robust construction using stainless steel and brass makes it suitable for outdoor use in most climates.
Double pole lightning diverter
Price: R289.00
Nemtek Double Pole Lightning Protector which offers a two pronged approach. Firstly it inhibits the lightning surge from damaging the energizers and secondly it diverts any lightning surge away from the energizers into the ground through the earth spikes.
Aluminum Energiser enclosure
Price: R5060.00
The aluminium enclosure is ideal for housing energizers and accessories. It is weatherproof and can be used in coastal areas due to the aluminium finish. It has a stainless steel lock and key, and air vents for cooling.
Fence monitoring lights
Price: R199.00
The frequency of the flashing LEDs indicates the voltage level on the fence. The longer the period between flashes, the lower the voltage on the fence. The intensity of the light remains the same so it can be seen from far irrespective of the fence voltage. It is installed between the earth and live wire to indicate the status and condition of the fence for peace of mind.
15 watt siren
Price: R98.19
The sirens are audible indicators that alerts you if there is an alarm condition when the electric fence has been tampered with. Available in 15Watt single tone, 15Watt six tone and 30Watt dual tone.
Electric fence installation types
Three ways of electric fence installation is on top of the wall, pallisade or as freestanding fence. All corner or straining posts must leave a gap of 50m apart with support stays. Intermediate poles must planted at 3m apart from each other. A qualified installer must install other accessories like the energizer. An electricity fence must be compiant with safety regulations after installation.
Electric fence installer near me
We have local electric fence installers in your area to assist. Our installers have experience and ready to assist with assesment and quotes. Electric fence installers are able to advise on the most secure way to install your fence. We do site visit for inspection within 24hrs unless you just need an online quote.
What we include in price per meter
Electric fencing prices per meter includes the poles, wires, strainers and installation. These electric fence prices basically includes all the installation hardware excluding the the energizer. The energizer cost is separate but this may also differ with the supplier. Additional items like gate contactors, fence light, lightning diverters and siren has seperate price. All our electric fence products come from reputable suppliers like Stafix and Nemtek.
What factors affect Electric fence prices?
Several factors can influence the prices for electric fence per meter. Site complications and security needs may affect the cost of electric fence installation. For example some sites that are stony for freestanding fence can be expensive as well as high walls of more than 2.4m. The size of the electric in terms of height and length are also factors to consider. However longer the fences may become cheaper per meter compared to shorter fences.
Where do l get best electric fence prices?
Compared to our competitors we offer the best prices electric fence installations per meter. Our electric fence prices per meter include materials as well as installation labour. We also give the best recommendations to suit your security needs. In most cases we beat our competitors in electric fence prices.
Why choose us for electric fence installation?
Over and above our fair pricing we also have vast experience and many referrals of happy clients. Our approach is based on giving the best service as well as customer satisfaction. As qualified professionals we also give free electric fence C.O.C for all our new installations. We do not only ensure our installation last long but also give workmanship warranty as well. You can also buy your own electric fence kit and we do the installation.
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Electric fence C.O.C regulations in South Africa.
On 25 March 2011, the government published amendments to the Electrical Machinery Regulations within the Occupational Health and Safety Act 1983 (Act no 85 of 1983). Some of those amendments related to non-lethal electric fences and were aimed at setting product and erection standards to protect property owners from potentially dangerous products and bad installation methods. The new laws also deals with telephone, television, and wireless interference resulting from poorly installed systems and poor earthing. Download the regulations pdf here.
The Energizer is the machine that supply power and monitor the electric fence. As mentioned earlier the cost of the energizer is not included in the electric fence prices per meter. The cost of energizers greatly depend on the size. The is different sizes of energizers to cover certain distances and parameters. Sizes start from 2 joule up to 30 joule.
Frequently asked questions
Electric fence prices and installation in South Africa cost from R85.00 per running meter for 6 line wall top fence. Freestanding electric fence for farms and game starts from R195.00 per running meter. The electric fence prices include all poles and wires supplied and installed excluding the energizer. Energizers cost anything between R3000.00 up to R7500.00 depending on size and accessories supplied with. Supplier price differences may also influence the cost of electric fence installation in South Africa. There is no standard pricing but this provides a general guideline of the cost of electric fence, so we encourage you ask for a quote from your supplier.
Gate repairs Pretoria offers the very competitive electric fence prices including installation services. Our electric fence prices includes supply of materials and installation.
The recommended electric fence prices is R95.00 per meter for 6 line wall top electric fence and R195.00 for 18 line fence for game and farms. Price may differ with site complications or extra security features required
Some people also ask
Yes your electric fence will still work using the back up battery inside the energizer machine. However most have power loss detection therefore it goes into low voltage mode to save battery.
Electric fence use as little energy as the 60w bulb. Electric fence does not use a lot electricity as many people think. The fence is powered by a machine called the energizer that provides a pulse of energy to the fence up to about 9000V. So it means the electric fence does not get power directly from your household electricity.
Installation of electric fence has always proved to work in keeping unwanted people out of your premises. An electric fence makes it a bit more difficult to come in and therefore delays intrusion. However sometimes criminals find their way in as there is no security that is immune to intrusion but it really makes it not easy as compared when there is nothing. We always advise that the electric fence must be your first line of defense and add things like alarm and CCTV. In terms of animal control electric fence is very effective. Animals once they get a shock for the first time then they never attempt to go beyond that boundary again. In conclusion electric fence is worthy it as first security parameter but additional security systems will also help.
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