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SABS-approved, SAWPA-marked eucalyptus poles from 1.2 m to 14 m, cut to length before treatment and treated to the hazard class your project needs.
Treated Gum Poles Made to Your Length
CCA Treated Eucalyptus Poles from 1.2 m to 14 m
Commondale Poles pressure-treats eucalyptus (gum) poles at our own plant in Commondale, Mpumalanga. Every pole is SABS approved and carries the SAWPA mark, and we supply lengths from 1.2 m to 14 m in a range of diameters. Because each pole is cut to length before treatment, the preservative protects the whole pole, ends included, and you receive exactly the sizes you ordered.
Lengths and typical uses
| Pole length | Typically used for |
|---|---|
| 1.2 m – 2.4 m | Garden posts, short fence posts, raised beds, edging and play-area borders |
| 2.4 m – 4.5 m | Farm and boundary fence posts, cattle kraals, crush stations, pergolas and carports |
| 4.5 m – 8 m | Lapas, sheds, timber roof structures, shade ports, greenhouses and solar mounting |
| 8 m – 14 m | Large roof spans, event structures, jetties and other tall or heavy-duty builds |
Diameters vary with length. Tell us the job and we will recommend a size, or send your engineer’s specification.
Which hazard class do you need?
South African treated timber is sold by hazard class (H-class) under SANS 10005, and the class is marked on the end of every pole. As a rule of thumb:
- H3: outdoors, above ground (beams, rafters, deck boards).
- H4: in contact with the ground (fence posts, pergola and carport poles).
- H5: in wet soil or fresh water, such as foundation poles, retaining walls and agricultural or feedlot posts. SAWPA’s guide to hazard classes explains each class in detail.
Tell us where the pole will stand and we will treat it to the right class. Read more in our guide to CCA treated timber and H-classes.
CCA or creosote?
Most of our poles are treated with CCA (chromated copper arsenate). CCA poles are clean, odour-free and slightly green, and they can be painted or stained. Creosote leaves a dark, oily finish and is suited to heavy-duty outdoor and agricultural work. Not sure which you need? Our comparison of CCA vs creosote treated timber sets out the differences, or ask us for creosote poles when you request a quote.
Why buy treated poles from Commondale Poles?
- Treated in our own plant to SANS standards, SABS approved and SAWPA marked (what the SAWPA mark means).
- Poles cut to length before treatment, so there are no untreated ends.
- No minimum or maximum order: one pole or a truckload (specialised orders).
- Sizing and cutting, custom treatment and advice from people who treat poles every day.
How to order
- Send us your list: lengths, diameters (if you know them), quantities, where the timber will be used and your delivery town. Use our quote form, WhatsApp 082 906 1334 or call 017 821 0739.
- We confirm the right treatment class, price and lead time.
- Collect from our yard in Commondale, Mpumalanga, or ask about delivery.
Office hours: Monday to Thursday 07:00–16:30, Friday 07:00–14:00.
Frequently asked questions
How long do CCA treated gum poles last?
A pole treated to the right hazard class and installed correctly can last for decades. Untreated gum is far less durable: Eucalyptus grandis is rated for only about 5–15 years in the ground and is not termite resistant, which is why treatment matters.
Can I cut treated poles to size myself?
It is best to order poles in the length you will use them. Cutting can expose untreated wood inside the pole, so if you do cut, brush a suitable end-grain preservative onto the cut surface straight away.
Do you deliver treated poles?
Yes. You can collect from our yard in Commondale, Mpumalanga, or we can arrange delivery. Send your delivery town with your quote request.
How much do gum poles cost?
The price depends on length, diameter, treatment class and quantity, so we quote per order. Send us your list on the quote form or WhatsApp and we will reply with a price.
Every item is treated in our own plant to SANS standards and carries the SAWPA mark, so you know it has been treated properly.
We cut to length before treating, so the preservative protects the whole piece. No minimum or maximum order.
Collect from our yard in Commondale, Mpumalanga, or ask us to arrange delivery to your farm or site.
