Electric gate repair prices in Surrey
What gate repairs, servicing and new motors typically cost, so you know what to expect before an engineer arrives.
Price guide
Typical ranges across Surrey, before your engineer quotes.
| Diagnostic call-out (first hour)Often deducted if you go ahead with the repair | £150–£300 + VAT |
|---|---|
| Same-day or out-of-hours call-outEvenings, weekends and bank holidays cost more | £250–£400 + VAT |
| Annual service (pair of swing gates)Includes safety and force checks | £150–£300 + VAT |
| Replacement safety photocells, fitted | £100–£250 |
| Replacement control board, fitted | £300–£700 |
| Replacement underground motor, fitted (each) | £600–£1,500 |
| Replacement ram or arm motor, fitted (each) | £400–£1,000 |
| Sliding gate motor replacement, fitted | £600–£1,400 |
| New keypad, intercom or video entry | £300–£1,500+ |
| Safety inspection with written report | £150–£250 + VAT |
| Automating existing gatesDepends on gate size, weight, groundworks and power | £3,000–£10,000+ |
Guide prices only, based on what gate engineers in Surrey and the South East commonly charge. Your engineer will confirm the price before starting any work.
What changes the price
- Whether the fault can be fixed on the first visit, or a part has to be ordered
- The type of motor: underground motors take longer to reach than ram motors
- Older or rare systems, where parts cost more or the board needs upgrading
- Same-day, evening and weekend call-outs
- Heavy or oversized gates that need high-torque motors
Ways to keep costs down
- Have the gates serviced once a year: it catches small faults early
- Keep underground motor box drains clear, and tracks free of leaves and gravel
- Tell the engineer the make of motor and what's happening, so they bring the right parts
- Fix a dropped gate or stiff hinge early, before it wears out the motor