Sliding gates suit sloped driveways, short driveways, and anywhere a car parked near the gate would block swinging leaves. Swing gates suit level driveways with enough room for the leaves to open, and give a more traditional look. We’ll recommend the best option at survey.

Gates shouldn’t open out over a pavement or road. We design swing gates to open inwards, towards the house. Where a slope or space makes that difficult, a sliding gate is usually the answer.

The motor needs a standard 230V mains supply near the gate. If you don’t already have one there, your electrician will need to provide one before we fit the gate.

Above ground motors are mounted on the posts or pillars. They are easy to access and cost less. Underground motors are hidden in a box beneath each gate leaf, so they’re almost invisible, which suits a cleaner look. Both are reliable. Underground costs more because of the extra groundwork.

Every gate can be released and opened by hand with a manual release key. Battery backup is available on request, so the gate keeps working during a power cut.

Yes, when they’re installed properly. We fit safety photocells that stop the gate if something is in its path, and we set up the motor’s obstacle detection during commissioning.

Yes. Remote fobs come as standard, and we can add a video intercom, keypad entry or smartphone control. Smartphone control lets you open the gate for visitors or deliveries from anywhere.

Because every gate is made to measure, allow around 4-10 weeks from order to fitting. The installation itself usually takes 3-5 days, depending on groundwork.

Yes. We make pedestrian gates and fencing in the same aluminium profiles and colours, so everything matches.

It depends on the width, the style, the gate type and the automation. Request a quote with your rough measurements for a guide price. You can also book a survey for £36, which is deducted from your order if you go ahead.