How to Split a Fence Repair Invoice with Your Neighbour in Canada

Splitting the cost of a shared fence repair with your neighbour is one of the most practical ways to reduce the expense of the job — and it happens frequently enough that Lean On Me has a simple, standardized process for handling it. Here is exactly how to set up split invoicing, what information you need, and how to handle the conversation with your neighbour.

H2: What Information You Need for Split Invoicing

To set up a split invoice, the booking team needs the following for each party: the full name as it should appear on the invoice, the email address for invoice delivery, the mailing address for invoice records, and the agreed cost split (50/50 is most common, but any split can be accommodated).

This can be provided when booking, or after the job is complete if you want to confirm the split with your neighbour first.

H2: How to Have the Conversation With Your Neighbour

**Show them the quote first:** Once you have a quote from Lean On Me, share the PDF with your neighbour before booking. The price is clear, the scope is defined, and the conversation becomes about whether to go ahead together rather than a vague discussion about costs.

**Lead with the value:** Point out that a shared repair is a fraction of what a full fence replacement would cost both of you — and that the repair comes with a 10-year warranty.

**Offer to coordinate it:** If your neighbour agrees to split the cost, offer to handle the booking and provide their details to the team. Reducing their administrative burden increases the likelihood of them participating.

H2: Timing the Split

Split invoicing can be arranged at any point — before the job, during the booking process, or after the repair is complete. If you are uncertain whether your neighbour will participate, you can complete the booking under your name alone and add the split arrangement once you have confirmed their agreement.