Annual Gate Servicing
Keep your electric gate moving safely and reliably with a full annual service before a fault becomes a callout.
Done Right vs Done Cheap
The gap between a proper annual service and a quick clean-up is where most gate faults and safety failures begin.
A gate with an unchecked auto-reverse force can exceed BS EN 12453 limits and cause entrapment injury without any visible warning sign.
Auto-reverse force is measured against BS EN 12453 limits using BS EN 12445 test methods, not estimated by feel or observation.
Confirming a photocell has a light on is not the same as testing its response time and alignment under real operating conditions.
Photocell alignment, response, and safety edge compression are each tested in sequence so no device is assumed to be working.
Lubricating every surface without checking alignment or wear can mask a developing fault and accelerate damage to the motor or track.
Lubrication is applied only to the correct points after alignment and wear are assessed, so nothing is masked or made worse.
Without a written record, commercial and rental property owners have no documented evidence of safety checks if a liability question arises.
A written service record covering every check is provided at the end of the visit, suitable for property management files.
What’s Covered
A complete service works through mechanical, electrical, and safety components in a single visit.
The motor is checked for wear, overheating signs, and correct torque output to catch early failure before it causes a breakdown.
Each photocell is tested for alignment and response time, not just confirmed as powered, to verify active entrapment protection.
Force is measured to BS EN 12453 limits using BS EN 12445 test methods, confirming the gate will stop and reverse on contact.
The backup battery is tested under load to confirm it will operate the gate during a power cut, not just register as present.
The control board is checked for stored fault codes and correct programming, catching electronic issues before they cause erratic behaviour.
Hinges and rollers are lubricated at the correct points, and track alignment is checked to keep the gate running straight and evenly.
Compression response checked against safety standards.
Cables and connections checked for damage or corrosion.
Remotes, keypads, and intercoms tested for correct pairing.
Why Choose Us
Servicing done to Gate Safe and DHF standards, with a written record you can keep on file.
Every service is carried out to Gate Safe standards, so safety checks follow a defined framework rather than a personal checklist.
Photocells and safety edges are tested to DHF standards, not just visually confirmed, on every service visit.
A documented service record is issued at sign-off, covering every check completed, useful for insurance and property management files.
We connect customers with vetted local partners who know Brentwood driveways and the corrosion patterns Essex weather creates on gate hardware.
The visit is structured to find wear and safety drift early, so small faults are caught before they become a motor replacement or a repair callout.
How It Works
01
Describe your gate type, how often it is used, and any symptoms, and we will arrange a local partner to book the visit.
02
The partner works through every mechanical, electrical, and safety check in a single visit, from motor to access control devices.
03
You receive a written record of every check completed, including any items noted for monitoring or follow-up attention.
Pricing Estimates
| Job | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Annual service for one domestic gate | £195-£275 |
| Service with minor parts | £250-£350 |
| Annual service for double gate or commercial gate | £325-£475 |
Tell us your gate type and we will connect you with a vetted local partner to carry out a full service visit to Gate Safe and DHF standards.