Sureline Fencing · Brisbane North

Fencing Northgate

Industrial, commercial and residential fencing from the team that started in Northgate in 1996, covering warehouse perimeters, security fencing, sliding gates and homes.

Sureline Fencing began in Northgate in 1996, and we still know the suburb's industrial streets and railway-side homes well. Today we handle fencing in Northgate for warehouses, factories and trade businesses that need secure perimeters, as well as homes and unit blocks close to the rail junction. Our Geebung workshop, a few minutes away, builds industrial fencing Northgate sites rely on, along with heavy-duty sliding gates made to measure. Whether it's a new perimeter or a repair after a break-in, we'll measure and quote fencing in Northgate for free.

  • Founded in Northgate, 1996
  • Industrial & commercial specialists
  • 90+ years' combined experience

We also work across the suburbs surrounding Northgate, along Sandgate Road, Toombul Road and the rail lines. These pages cover fencing in Northgate's neighbouring suburbs. The same free measure and written quote we offer for fencing in Northgate applies across each of them.

Galvanised chain wire security fence and sliding gate at an industrial site in Northgate, Brisbane

Geebung workshop39 Basalt St, Geebung QLD 4034

Secure Fencing for Northgate's Industrial Sites and Homes

Northgate is where the Shorncliffe line splits from the North Coast line, and industry grew up beside the tracks. Factories, warehouses and trade businesses still share the suburb with houses and unit blocks, so fencing in Northgate covers everything from a warehouse perimeter to a backyard. For business owners, the need is simple: keep the site secure and keep vehicles moving.

We install warehouse perimeter fencing, security fencing and sliding gates sized to trucks and forklifts. Residents and landlords come to us for chain wire fencing and repairs. Trade customers can also pick up fencing supplies in Northgate and nearby from our Geebung outlet. It's fencing in Northgate from a business that started here.

Why Northgate Businesses and Residents Choose Sureline

Sureline was established in Northgate in 1996, and in 2006 we moved to larger premises in Geebung to expand our manufacturing. That history means we know the suburb's mix of industrial yards, rail boundaries and older homes. For fencing in Northgate, that local knowledge helps us plan access, gate positions and security around how each site actually works.

We manufacture our own gates, posts and panels, so industrial customers aren't waiting on a supplier when a gate needs replacing. Trade clients have used us for years to make their gates, from simple jobs to large, complex builds. Our team brings more than 90 years of combined experience, and every quote for fencing in Northgate is itemised and in writing.

  • Started in Northgate

    Sureline was founded here in 1996 before moving to Geebung in 2006.

    Since 1996
  • Industrial-grade gates

    Sliding and swing gates built in-house to handle trucks, forklifts and daily use.

    Manufactured in Geebung
  • Security options

    Chain wire, weld mesh and palisade steel fencing to suit the level of risk.

    Made to Australian standards
  • Trade customers welcome

    Supply-only materials and custom gates for builders and fencing contractors.

    Retail & wholesale outlet
  • Experienced crew

    More than 90 years of combined experience on industrial and residential jobs.

    90+ years combined
  • Licensed and insured

    Licensed, insured installation with site clean-up included.

    Licensed & insured

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Fencing Services in Northgate

These services cover most of our fencing in Northgate, across industrial, commercial and residential sites. Each is quoted after an on-site assessment so your fencing in Northgate suits the way the site is used.

Warehouse and Industrial Perimeter Fencing

Long perimeters need consistent post spacing, bracing and tension so the fence stays straight for years. We install high chain wire or weld mesh perimeters around warehouses and yards, with gates positioned around loading areas and vehicle movements. We also build commercial fencing for trade premises and business frontages, in galvanised, black powder-coated or PVC-coated finishes.

Best for: warehouses, factories and storage yards

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Security Fencing

When break-ins are a concern, the fence has to be hard to climb, cut and get under. We recommend and install chain wire, weld mesh or palisade steel security fencing, and close gaps at gates and ground level. Every job starts with a walk around the site, so the security fencing Northgate businesses install matches the value of what sits inside.

Best for: businesses storing stock, tools or vehicles

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Heavy-Duty Sliding Gates

Sliding gates suit industrial yards where there's no room for a swing. We build them in our workshop to your opening, with tracks and hardware sized to the gate's weight so they roll smoothly under daily use. Because we make them locally, a 48-hour turnaround is available for custom gates when a damaged gate leaves the yard open.

Best for: industrial entries and tight driveways

Construction Site Fencing

Redevelopment sites need a secure, compliant boundary for the life of the project. We install construction site fencing with access gates for deliveries and plant, and can remove or convert it at the end of the build. Tell us about delivery routes and plant access at the measure so we can position gates before work begins.

Best for: builders and developers

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Residential Chain Wire Fencing

Northgate's houses and unit blocks need practical fencing too. We install galvanised or coated chain wire with matching gates, and repair damaged sections for owners and landlords. For rentals, chain wire fencing Northgate landlords choose is simple to maintain and easy to repair in sections. We also take on small jobs, such as a single gate or a short run of mesh.

Best for: homeowners, landlords and unit blocks

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Not sure which service you need? Talk to us on 07 3865 8100

Industry, Rail and Fencing in Northgate

  • 42.5% of homes rented Source: ABS 2021 Census QuickStats, Northgate
  • 22.4% of homes are flats or apartments Source: ABS 2021 Census QuickStats, Northgate
  • 16.5 ha Golden Circle site, est. 1947 Source: Queensland Places – Northgate

Local context

Northgate's name joins the North Coast line and the Sandgate line, which divide at its station. Railway signalling workshops arrived in the 1880s, and in 1947 the Golden Circle cannery opened on a 16.5-hectare site on Earnshaw Road. Today the suburb's 4,876 residents (ABS 2021) live beside industrial land, with a high share of units and rentals.

Common challenges

Industrial sites face after-hours theft and constant vehicle traffic, which is hard on gates and posts. Rental homes and unit blocks need fencing that stands up to tenant turnover. Rail corridor boundaries add access limits. Brisbane's storm season runs from October to March, and the wettest months, December to March, test footings, gates and any fence with loose mesh.

Why it matters

For businesses, a weak perimeter means lost stock, downtime and insurance issues. For landlords, damaged fencing leads to tenant complaints and failed inspections. A gate that jams on a busy morning holds up every truck behind it.

Our approach

For fencing in Northgate we match strength to risk: heavier posts and bracing for industrial perimeters, sliding gates where space is tight, and durable chain wire for homes. Our nearby workshop makes replacement parts quickly, so fencing in Northgate stays secure. As a fence contractor Northgate has known since 1996, we measure and quote on site for free, and we put every price in writing.

Sources: ABS 2021 Census QuickStats – Northgate (SAL32188); Queensland Places – Northgate

Common Fencing Problems at Northgate Sites

These are the issues we're asked about most on fencing in Northgate, particularly at industrial and commercial sites. Each has a practical fix to keep fencing in Northgate secure.

"People are getting into the yard at night"

Gaps at the base of the fence, beside gates or where mesh has been cut or lifted let intruders in, as can climbable rails on the outside face.

Repeated break-ins mean lost stock, downtime and higher insurance premiums.

We inspect the full perimeter, close gaps, replace damaged mesh and recommend stronger options such as weld mesh or palisade where risk is high. Signs to watch for: lifted mesh, cut wire, marks on rails, gaps under gates.

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"Our sliding gate is hard to open"

Worn wheels, damaged or dirty tracks and a frame that has dropped over time make sliding gates stiff and heavy.

A stiff gate slows every delivery and eventually jams open or shut.

We check the track, wheels and guide rollers, replace worn parts and, if the frame has twisted, build a new gate in our workshop. Signs to watch for: grinding noises, a gate that drags on the ground or a latch that no longer lines up.

"A forklift hit the fence and bent the posts"

Tight turning areas and unprotected fence lines near loading zones take regular knocks.

Bent posts loosen the whole run and leave gaps in the perimeter, which invites theft.

We replace damaged posts and mesh, re-tension the run and can recommend repositioning or protecting the fence line near high-traffic areas. Because we manufacture posts and mesh in Geebung, a few minutes away, fence repairs Northgate sites need after an impact don't wait on outside suppliers.

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Fencing near Northgate

Areas We Serve

  • Founded in Northgate, 1996
  • Industrial & commercial specialists
  • 90+ years' combined experience

We also work across the suburbs surrounding Northgate, along Sandgate Road, Toombul Road and the rail lines. These pages cover fencing in Northgate's neighbouring suburbs. The same free measure and written quote we offer for fencing in Northgate applies across each of them.

FAQ

Fencing in Northgate: Frequently Asked Questions

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What security fencing suits an industrial site in Northgate?

It depends on what you're protecting. Chain wire is cost-effective and keeps sightlines open for surveillance. Weld mesh is harder to cut and climb. Palisade steel fencing is a strong visual deterrent. For fencing in Northgate industrial sites, we assess the perimeter, gates and vehicle access before recommending an option.

Can you build a sliding gate for a tight industrial entry?

Yes. We manufacture sliding gates in our Geebung workshop to your measured opening, sizing the track, wheels and frame to the gate's weight and daily use. Sliding gates are often the best option where there's no room for a swing gate. Tell us about truck sizes and how often the gate opens, and we'll build to suit. A 48-hour turnaround is available on custom gates.

Do you supply materials to trade customers?

Yes. Our Geebung retail and wholesale outlet supplies chain wire, posts, rails, fittings and custom gates to builders and fencing contractors. Many trade customers have used us for their gates for years. If you need fencing supplies Northgate jobs can collect quickly, visit us at 39 Basalt St, Geebung. We also sell supply-only materials and DIY kits for owners who want to install the fence themselves.

Do I need approval for a taller security fence?

Brisbane City Council requires building approval for fences more than 2 metres above natural ground, including any retaining wall. Industrial zoning or overlays can add requirements, so check your site in City Plan. We'll advise at the measure if your design is likely to need approval. Approval is also needed if the fence forms part of a regulated pool barrier.

Can you work around our operating hours?

Yes. We plan installation around deliveries and shifts, fence in stages where needed and keep vehicle access open where possible. We'll agree a schedule with you before work starts. On busy sites, we talk through where trucks, forklifts and staff move before choosing a work sequence, so the site stays safe and running while we build.

How much does fencing in Northgate cost?

Cost depends on fence type, height, length, gates, security features, access and removal of existing fencing. Industrial jobs vary widely, so we assess on site for free and provide an itemised written quote. Commercial fencing with sliding gates or extra security features involves more work than a simple chain wire run. Because each item is listed, you can compare options before you decide.

Sureline Fencing: Founded in Northgate, Now Based in Geebung

Northgate grew around the railway, which opened in 1882. The station was first called Toombul, then Northgate Junction, a name joining the North Coast line and the Sandgate line. McKenzie & Holland set up a signalling workshop nearby, and a railway workshop followed in 1915. The Northgate-Virginia School of Arts opened in 1922 and survives as Northgate Hall. After World War II, the Golden Circle cannery opened in 1947 on a former US Army depot site, followed by Nanda Macaroni in 1948 and other industries. Sureline Fencing was established in Northgate in 1996 and moved to Geebung in 2006. We continue to provide fencing in Northgate today.

Fencing in Northgate is supplied and installed from our Geebung base at 39 Basalt St.

Sureline Fencing

BusinessSureline Fencing
Phone(07) 3865 8100
Emailinfo@surelinefencing.com.au
Address39 Basalt St, Geebung QLD 4034
Workshop, retail and wholesale outlet
HoursMon–Fri 6:00 am – 3:00 pm
Sat–Sun Closed
Service areaNorthgate and Brisbane’s northern suburbs, serviced from Geebung
Websitesurelinefencing.com.au

Sources: Queensland Places – Northgate; Sureline Fencing – About us; ABS 2021 Census

Sureline Fencingsecurity & boundary fencing manufacturer/installer; single premises at 39 Basalt St, Geebung QLD

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