Fence Houses homeowners love our patio work because we combine attractive design with proper construction. Laid on a full foundation with correct drainage falls, our patios look stunning and last for decades in this sought-after part of County Durham.
Fence Houses sits in the DH4 postcode area under Sunderland City Council, with easy access from the A1(M) / A690 corridor — so we can be on site quickly from our base in County Durham, often combining visits with nearby work in Newbottle, Bournmoor.
Sunderland City Council
DH4, DH5
A1(M) / A690
0191
Fence Houses is a suburban pocket inside Houghton-le-Spring, and the practical realities on site aren't the same as a generic Houghton-le-Spring job. We plan around back-garden patios with level changes and lawn-to-paving transitions. That's why this page exists separately to ourHoughton-le-Spring page— the work, access and finishes are typically different even when the postcode is shared.
We work regularly in this area and have built a strong local reputation through consistent results.
We answer calls, reply to messages, and keep you informed at every stage of your project.
Homeowners across the North East rate us 5 stars for quality, reliability, and communication.
We work around your routine, school runs, and commitments to minimise disruption.
As a family-run company, our reputation depends on every single job being done right.
We understand the needs of family homes — safe working practices, clean sites, and considerate scheduling.
The most common property type in suburban areas, ideal for driveway extensions, patio installations, and roof maintenance.
Larger properties with generous gardens and double driveways that allow for more ambitious design and material choices.
Single-storey properties where roof access is easier and garden spaces often wrap around the building.
Properties from this era often need driveway resurfacing, patio additions, and roofline upgrades to modernise their appearance.
This is one of our key service areas, and we typically have availability within 2–3 weeks for new projects.
We discuss your outdoor living requirements, measure your garden, and explore material options.
You receive a comprehensive quote covering design, materials, drainage, and any extras like lighting or raised beds.
We clear the area, lay proper foundations, and install drainage channels before any paving begins.
Slabs are laid on a full mortar bed with precise cutting, consistent joints, and correct drainage falls.
We complete finishing touches, remove all waste, and provide a maintenance guide for your specific materials.
Every area has its own requirements. Here's what we consider when working in Fence Houses.
How we adapt for this area:
We work to agreed hours that respect your routine and your neighbours in quiet residential streets.
Children's play equipment and garden furniture are carefully moved and protected during the project.
We provide a detailed care sheet for your specific patio material on completion.
County Durham's former mining villages, bustling market towns, and UNESCO World Heritage city create a tapestry of architectural styles. Our team understands the specific materials, methods, and planning considerations that apply across each distinct area of the county.
As well as patios & landscaping, we also offer these services to homeowners in Fence Houses.
Specialist patios & landscaping services in Fence Houses:
A selection of County Durham projects from our portfolio.
We cover roughly a 10-mile radius from Fence Houses. The map below shows our typical working zone — and the list underneath shows the nearby places we already work in regularly.
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A real project from our recent County Durham portfolio.
Service: Patios & Landscaping
Result: Tiered garden levelled and replanted with a porcelain patio and retaining wall that opened up the space.
"We are absolutely delighted with the porcelain patio and block paving. Michael’s expertise and the team’s hard work created a beautiful, durable outdoor space."
— Adam Harrison · Customer Review · 6 June 2024
Global Outdoor Design works across County Durham on a weekly cycle.If you're comparing quotes, it's worth seeing what we've done withPatios & Landscaping in Newbottle, plus ourPatios & Landscaping in Newbottlepage— same crew, same standards.For the wider picture in this part of County Durham, theHoughton-le-Spring services hublists everything we offer in the area.If your project also involvesroofing, we can quote both as one job and save a separate visit.The full directory oftowns and villages we coveris on our locations hub, andall the services we offercovers materials, process and pricing in detail.
One of our patios & landscaping specialists will visit your Fence Houses property, County Durham, carry out a no-obligation inspection, and send you a clear, fixed-price quote — usually within 48 hours.
Have questions about your patios & landscaping project? Our friendly team is ready to help. Call us or request a callback today.
