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Flexible bollard installation in Dumfries and Galloway
Flexible bollards for sites across Dumfries and Galloway: surveyed, quoted in writing and installed by our crews.
Computer-generated imageFlexible bollards in Dumfries and Galloway
Polyurethane and spring-based bollards that bend when hit and return upright, for car parks, depots and lane separation. We cover Dumfries and Galloway — Dumfries and Stranraer.
Highway and roads authorities for local roads in Dumfries and Galloway: Dumfries and Galloway Council.
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Guide prices in Dumfries and Galloway
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £195–£365 + VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £315–£485 + VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £435–£595 + VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard, supplied and fixed; no regional adjustment. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Who looks after the roads in Dumfries and Galloway
| Town | Highway / roads authority | Planning authority |
|---|---|---|
| Dumfries | Dumfries and Galloway Council | Dumfries and Galloway Council |
| Stranraer | Dumfries and Galloway Council | Dumfries and Galloway Council |
Rules for flexible bollards in Scotland
Works in a public road or footway need the roads authority's written consent under the Roads (Scotland) Act 1984. On private land the owner's agreement is what matters; listed buildings and conservation areas need a word with the planning team first. Accessibility guidance asks for posts at least 1,000 mm high with contrasting tops and no chains between them.
Details and sources: bollard rules in Scotland.
How installation works
Survey traffic movements
The free site survey looks at vehicle sizes, turning paths and where drivers currently clip posts or kerbs. You receive a fixed written quote with post type and fixing.
Set out the line
Posts are set out to guide vehicles along the intended path, with spacing that reads as a line to drivers.
Fix the bases
Holes are drilled and cleaned, resin anchors or bolts are set and the bases fixed and torqued once cured. Socket bases are set flush in concrete.
Fit posts and test
Posts are fitted and bent by hand to confirm they return upright, and reflective sleeves are applied.
Flexible bollards in Dumfries and Galloway: FAQs
Do you cover all of Dumfries and Galloway for flexible bollards?
Yes — including Dumfries and Stranraer. Enter your postcode in the price calculator to confirm.
How much do flexible bollards cost in Dumfries and Galloway?
In Dumfries and Galloway, typically £195–£595 per bollard, supplied and fixed, plus VAT, 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.
Who do I ask about bollards on public land in Dumfries and Galloway?
The council is the roads authority for local roads (Dumfries and Galloway Council); Transport Scotland covers trunk roads. Works in a public road need the roads authority's written consent.
How many times can a flexible bollard be hit?
Many times in normal use, as long as the impacts are the low-speed bumps it is designed for. A heavy vehicle running right over it, or a high-speed strike, can tear it. Manufacturers give guidance for their products.
Do flexible bollards damage vehicles?
Typically very little in a low-speed knock, which is a large part of their appeal. They may leave a scuff on paintwork. A rigid post in the same position would usually dent the vehicle and bend itself.