Electric gate servicing in Surrey
Gates that are serviced once a year break down far less and stay safe. A service is also the best time to catch a tired motor or a failing safety sensor before it leaves you stuck.
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- Local Surrey engineers
- Price confirmed before any work
- Same-day help requests flagged urgent
What a good service includes
- Testing the safety devices: photocells, safety edges and auto-reverse
- Checking closing force against the safety standard (BS EN 12453)
- Inspecting hinges, posts, motors and foundation boxes
- Cleaning and lubricating moving parts
- Checking underground motor boxes for water and silt
- Testing remotes, keypads and intercoms
- A short written report of what was done and anything that needs attention
Why it matters in Surrey
Underground motors sit in boxes at the foot of each gate post. On heavier clay soils, which are common across north Surrey, those boxes can hold water if the drain blocks, and a motor sitting in water fails early. Clearing the drain once a year is one of the cheapest things you can do to protect it.
Typical prices in Surrey
| Annual service (pair of swing gates)Includes safety and force checks | £150–£300 + VAT |
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| Safety inspection with written report | £150–£250 + VAT |
| Replacement safety photocells, fitted | £100–£250 |
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.
Questions
How often should electric gates be serviced?
At least once a year for a home, and every six months for busy shared or commercial gates.
Do I need a service if the gates work fine?
Yes. Safety devices can fail without you noticing, and a gate can keep working while it no longer reverses properly. A service checks the things you can't see.
Is it free to use Gate Repair Surrey?
Yes. Sending us your details is free and there's no obligation. You only pay the engineer, and only if you accept their quote.