Retrofit & Automate
Your existing gate opens automatically, no replacement needed, just the right assessment and motor fit.
What Goes Wrong
The difference between a retrofit that lasts and one that fails within months comes down to what happens before the motor is ordered.
Fitting a motor to a sagging or binding gate puts constant load on the drive unit, causing premature failure within months.
Balance, hinge condition, and alignment are checked before any hardware is selected, so the motor works within its rated load.
A swing gate operator fitted to a sliding configuration, or a motor undersized for the gate weight, will stall or damage the leaf.
The motor and control box are selected specifically for swing or sliding setup and the gate’s material and weight.
Automation without photocells or safety edges creates a crush risk, and falls outside DHF standards for powered gate installations.
Safety edges and photocells are included in every retrofit specification, not offered as an optional add-on.
Discovering post rot or a warped gate leaf on installation day delays the job and adds unplanned cost the customer was not prepared for.
Any repair work needed is identified at survey stage, before hardware is ordered, so the quote reflects the full scope.
Scope of Work
From a single swing gate to a pair of heavy wrought iron leaves, the scope is matched to what is already in place.
Ram or underground operators fitted to single or double swing gates, matched to leaf weight and hinge condition.
Rack-and-pinion or underground drive units fitted to existing sliding gates, with track and guide wheel inspection included.
Control panel wired and programmed, remote handsets paired, and travel limits set during the final cycle test.
Photocells and safety edges fitted and tested to DHF standards as part of every retrofit, not as an optional extra.
Keypad entry added at the same time as the motor fit for hands-free access without a remote handset.
Checks post stability and hinge wear before motor fitting.
Confirms the leaf moves freely without binding.
Verifies travel limits, sensor response, and remote range.
Handover includes a walkthrough of the manual override.
Why Choose Us
Every job is arranged with a vetted local installer who follows a defined scope, survey first, hardware second, safety sensors included.
Every retrofit is specified and fitted to Gate Safe standards, covering both the mechanical and safety requirements.
Safety edges and photocells are specified to DHF standards on every job, not priced as optional extras.
The gate is assessed before hardware is selected, so the quote reflects the actual scope and there are no day-of surprises.
Swing and sliding configurations are assessed separately, and the operator is sized to the gate’s weight and material.
We connect customers with vetted independent local partners who carry out the survey, supply, and installation.
The Process
01
Tell us the gate type, approximate width, and power supply so we can arrange the right local installer for your property.
02
The installer visits to assess balance, hinges, alignment, and gate weight, then provides a full quote covering all hardware and labour.
03
Motor, control box, and safety sensors are fitted and cycle-tested, then the manual release is demonstrated before the installer leaves.
Pricing Estimates
| Job | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Retrofit automation to an existing gate | £2000-£4000 |
| Retrofit with access control and safety kit | £3500-£6000 |
| Older gate requiring reinforcement before retrofit | £4500-£8000 |
Describe the gate width, slope, and power supply and we’ll arrange a local installer to survey and quote the full job.