Electric gate guides
Safe things to try yourself, what servicing should cover, and the rules on new gates. If you'd rather someone just fixed it, the form's right here.
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Electric gate won't open? 8 things to check first
Most gates that stop working have a simple cause. Work through these safe checks before you call anyone out.
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How to open an electric gate in a power cut
Every automated gate has a way to open it by hand. Here's how to find it and use it safely, plus how to avoid being stuck next time.
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Do you need planning permission for electric gates?
Often not, but the rules change next to a road, at listed buildings and in some conservation areas. Here's what to check before ordering new gates.
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Electric gate servicing: what's included and how often
A yearly service keeps gates safe and stops small faults turning into new motors. Here's what a proper service covers and what it costs.