Aberdeen City · Scotland
Bollard replacement in Aberdeen
Planning replacement bollards in Aberdeen? We check ownership, consents and buried services first, then quote a fixed price.
Computer-generated imageAbout replacement bollards in Aberdeen
Like-for-like or upgraded replacement of bollards damaged by vehicles, corrosion or wear, matched to the existing line. In Aberdeen, that tends to mean sites such as pedestrianised streets, city-centre plazas and distribution parks.
We cover the AB11, AB25, AB10, AB24, AB16 and AB15 postcode districts in Aberdeen. We also cover neighbouring Cove (3.1 miles), Westhill (6.8 miles), Stonehaven (13.2 miles) and Inverurie (14.3 miles) — distances are straight-line.
Local details
- Area
- Aberdeen City, Scotland
- Roads authority
- Aberdeen City Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- Aberdeen City Council
- Postcodes
- AB11, AB25, AB10, AB24, AB16, AB15, AB12 and AB22
- Guide price
- Typically £215–£1,195 per post + VAT (£255–£1,445 inc VAT for homes); minimum job £445
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Cove (3.1 mi), Westhill (6.8 mi), Stonehaven (13.2 mi), Inverurie (14.3 mi)
Guide prices for Aberdeen
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £215–£625 + VAT · £255–£745 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £505–£925 + VAT · £605–£1,095 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £805–£1,195 + VAT · £965–£1,445 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per post replaced, old post and footing removed; no regional adjustment. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Why Aberdeen sites book replacement bollards
What replacement bollards usually sort out in Aberdeen:
- Posts bent, sheared or broken by vehicle impacts
- Crushed sockets and failed telescopic cassettes
- Replacing mixed, mismatched posts with a consistent line
What we check first in Aberdeen
For anything on the public footway in Aberdeen we check with the roads authority first — Aberdeen City Council for local roads, Transport Scotland on trunk routes. Private ground such as a car park or forecourt only needs the owner's go-ahead.
Bollards on private land often need no planning application, but listed buildings and conservation areas are different; the planning service at Aberdeen City Council can confirm before anything is ordered.
Removing an old bollard often reveals more concrete than expected, because foundations from different eras vary widely in size. Where a replacement is being made after an impact, the surrounding paving and kerbs are checked as well, because a vehicle that bent a post has often lifted or cracked the surface beside it, and that damage is included in the quote rather than left for later.
- On public highway, the roads authority may need to approve the replacement or carry out the work itself.
- Keep gaps and visibility bands in line with Inclusive Mobility guidance when replacing posts on pedestrian routes.
What happens on site
Make safe
If a broken post or stub is a hazard, it can be removed or capped first. That is priced separately in writing so you can approve it on its own.
Remove the old bollard
The damaged post is cut or extracted and the old foundation broken out, checking for services as the hole is opened.
Hand over records
Photographs and an itemised invoice are provided, which is useful when recovering the cost from a driver's insurer.
Choosing the right spec
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| Like-for-like | Same diameter, height, finish and fixing, so the line looks unchanged. |
| Change of type | Swapping fixed posts for removable, telescopic, flexible or polymer bollards to suit how the site is used. |
| Matched finishes | RAL powder coat, stainless grade and finish, or heritage paint schemes matched to the existing line. |
Pricing replacement bollards in Aberdeen
Our Scotland guide prices are a starting point; the survey in Aberdeen firms them up. What tends to move them:
- Surface type and reinstatement
- Matching special finishes, castings or discontinued products
- Making safe before the replacement
After installation
Treat new posts as part of your routine inspections: check for lean, chips and faded bands. A single impact on a rarely struck post is bad luck; repeated strikes in the same spot point to a layout problem, such as a tight turn or a missing wheel stop, that a stronger bollard alone will not solve.
We can also service, repair or replace existing posts anywhere in Aberdeen.
Questions about replacement bollards in Aberdeen
Do you carry out replacement bollards in Aberdeen?
We cover all of Aberdeen (AB11, AB25, AB10, AB24, AB16 and AB15) and the rest of Aberdeen City. We also work in Cove, Westhill and Stonehaven.
Who gives permission for bollards on the pavement in Aberdeen?
For anything on the public footway in Aberdeen we check with the roads authority first — Aberdeen City Council for local roads, Transport Scotland on trunk routes. Private ground such as a car park or forecourt only needs the owner's go-ahead.
What's a typical price for replacement bollards in Aberdeen?
In Aberdeen, typically £215–£1,195 per post replaced, old post and footing removed, plus VAT (£255–£1,445 including VAT for homeowners), with a minimum job of £445 plus VAT, using our Scotland guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Should we replace like-for-like or upgrade?
Like-for-like if the post was hit once in an unusual incident. Consider an upgrade if the same position is struck repeatedly or the post no longer suits how the site is used. The survey will show which makes sense.
Can you provide paperwork for an insurance claim?
Yes. The written quote, photographs and itemised invoice are usually what an insurer asks for when recovering the cost from the driver responsible. We can provide them in the format your insurer needs.