13 Tips for troubleshooting a bad electric gate installation

This is a general guide as to what to look for if you are experiencing problems with your Electric gates, automation or access controls. it is intended for you to isolate the source of the problem and possibly help you to fix the issue.

It is something we've all had to face, running late and trying to leave and bam! the gate doesn't work, you're stuck! so you put it on manual and have a HUGE security risk..
This guide is aimed at helping you find the cause and maybe fix it.

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Stuck in electric gates

FIREFIGHTERS from North Tawton were called to Spreyton at 2.50pm on Saturday, after reports that a horsebox was trapped in electric gates at Bowbeer Cross.
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Is it cost effective to install electric gates and will they help protect my property?

It wasn’t long ago that electric gates were something you only saw on big estate houses and the driveways of the rich and famous. We all imagine tall iron gates with security cameras and intercoms that produce an over protective security guard demanding some scheduled appointment or other whys ‘please leave’.

Those days are long behind us and more and more people are installing stylish looking gates that complement the age and style of their property, protect their home or business and keep away unwanted callers.

So why not just install some basic gates and save some pennies?
Unfortunately, we are all only human and who wants to continuously get in and out of their vehicle every time we want to leave or enter our driveway. Especially when the rains coming down or we are late to get the kids to school. So, if we have gates, we leave them open. It’s just easier that way and open gates in a driveway are about as useful as no gates at all. What’s more inviting to an unwanted caller than an open driveway. Whether they are looking to tell you about their favourite religion or just checking out your property for late night easy access.

Are electric gates really that easier to use?
In short, yes. Long gone are the days of pressing a buzzer on a voice box to gain access to your home, or having to get your car inches from the gates to get the remote to work. The very latest technology provides access from remote wireless triggers or even your mobile phone. The Telephone Entry System (TES) is perhaps the most flexible system, it can offer the flexibility to use multiple phones with multiple access codes which can even be allocated to different time zones.

Will they help to secure my home?
Electric gates alone won’t guarantee a completely secure driveway, but used in combination with further security measures they will act as a deterrent to potential intruders. When not in use the gates are closed making it that much harder to access your property.

What will they cost?
The cost of installing electric gates can vary greatly. Your choice in material and the design and style of gate will affect the cost. A quality set of automated gates can be in the region of £6,000.00 to £9,000.00. You then need to add in the cost of access control.

Most qualified installers will provide a free quotation and advice. So, if you have a sloping driveway or access is difficult from the street then they will have a solution that will work for you. Look for an installer that is accredited and approved by the right industry bodies to ensure they meet all safety standards.

No one can guarantee that a new set of electric gates will increase the value of your property but they will appeal to future purchasers looking for additional security and privacy to their new property.

Surrey based Windlesham Gates completes over 1000 installations

Surrey based Windlesham Gates has completed over 1000 installations since it first started back in March 2011. Owner Lee Hilton and his team of installers are now recognised as one of the UK's leading gate installers. You can see some a sample of the teams work on their website gallery pages, on Pinterest or on Facebook. Accredited by CAME, BFT and Gate Safe, Lee comments "it's never been more important to make sure your automatic gate installation meets all safety regulations and we can provide free advise to make sure you choose the right gates for your property". If you would like to talk to Lee and his team about installing electric gates for your property then visit his website for further information.