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Timber bollard installation in East Dunbartonshire
Timber bollards for sites across East Dunbartonshire: surveyed, quoted in writing and installed by our crews.
Computer-generated imageTimber bollards in East Dunbartonshire
Oak, hardwood and treated softwood bollards for parks, verges, rural sites, car parks and school frontages. We cover East Dunbartonshire — Bearsden, Bishopbriggs, Kirkintilloch and Milngavie.
Highway and roads authorities for local roads in East Dunbartonshire: East Dunbartonshire Council.
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Guide prices in East Dunbartonshire
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £95–£205 + VAT · £105–£245 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £175–£275 + VAT · £205–£325 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £245–£345 + VAT · £285–£405 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per post, supplied and installed; no regional adjustment. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Who looks after the roads in East Dunbartonshire
| Town | Highway / roads authority | Planning authority |
|---|---|---|
| Bearsden | East Dunbartonshire Council | East Dunbartonshire Council |
| Bishopbriggs | East Dunbartonshire Council | East Dunbartonshire Council |
| Kirkintilloch | East Dunbartonshire Council | East Dunbartonshire Council |
| Milngavie | East Dunbartonshire Council | East Dunbartonshire Council |
Rules for timber 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 the setting
A free site survey looks at the ground, drainage, tree roots, how vehicles currently get onto the land and how the site looks. You receive a fixed written quote with species, size and fixing.
Dig the holes
Holes are dug by hand or auger to the required depth, avoiding roots and checking for services along verges and footpaths.
Set the posts
Posts are set plumb and to a consistent height, backfilled with compacted stone or concreted with a shaped top. Cut softwood ends are re-treated.
Finish and tidy
Reflective bands are fitted, turf is reinstated around the posts and spoil is removed or spread as agreed.
Timber bollards in East Dunbartonshire: FAQs
Do you cover all of East Dunbartonshire for timber bollards?
Yes — including Bearsden, Bishopbriggs, Kirkintilloch and Milngavie. Enter your postcode in the price calculator to confirm.
How much do timber bollards cost in East Dunbartonshire?
In East Dunbartonshire, typically £95–£345 per post, supplied and installed, plus VAT (£105–£405 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.
Who do I ask about bollards on public land in East Dunbartonshire?
The council is the roads authority for local roads (East Dunbartonshire Council); Transport Scotland covers trunk roads. Works in a public road need the roads authority's written consent.
Is tropical hardwood a sustainable choice?
It can be, if it comes from certified sustainable sources. Ask for certification with the order. Oak and treated softwood from managed forests are alternatives.
Can timber bollards be removable?
Yes. Timber posts can be fitted into steel ground sockets with a lock, or mounted on a hinged base. That allows maintenance vehicles or emergency services through without a permanent gap.