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Practical guides, opinions and stories from over twenty years of designing, building and installing bespoke gates and railings across Yorkshire.
Electric Gate Safety Explained: What Homeowners Need to Know
Why electric gate safety matters Electric gates are brilliant when they are designed and installed properly. They make your home more secure. They make coming and going easier. They add privacy, contr…
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7 Mistakes People Make When Buying Driveway Gates
Buying driveway gates? Avoid these mistakes first A new driveway gate should make your home feel more secure, more private and more finished. Done properly, it can completely change the front of your …
How Often Should Electric Gates Be Serviced?
Do electric gates need servicing? Yes. Electric gates should be serviced regularly to keep them safe, smooth and reliable. A good electric gate system is not just a gate with a motor attached. It is a…
Composite Gates vs Aluminium Gates: Which Is Best for Your Home?
Composite gates or aluminium gates? Composite gates and aluminium gates are two of the most popular choices for modern driveway entrances. Both can look sharp. Both can be made to measure. Both work w…
Do You Need Planning Permission for Driveway Gates?
Do driveway gates need planning permission? In many cases, driveway gates do not need planning permission. But there are important exceptions. The height of the gate, the location of your entrance, wh…
Swing Gates vs Sliding Gates: Which Is Best for Your Driveway?
Swing gates or sliding gates? Choosing between swing gates and sliding gates is one of the biggest decisions when planning a new driveway gate. Both can look fantastic. Both can be manual or electric.…
How Much Do Electric Gates Cost in Leeds?
How much do electric gates cost? The honest answer is that electric gate prices vary depending on the property, the gate style, the opening size, the automation system and the amount of groundwork req…
The Hidden Costs of Cheap Gate Installers: Why Quality Fabrication Saves You Money
Introduction When you see a low quote for gate installation, it can be tempting to assume you’ve found a bargain. But what often hides behind “cheap” is a series of costly problems down the line: brea…
How to Maintain Your Electric Gates
Electric gates are a smart investment. They add convenience, improve security and enhance the look of your property. Like any piece of equipment though, they need regular care to keep working smoothly…
Manual vs. Electric Gates: Which Is Right for You?
When you’re choosing a new gate, the decision often comes down to two main options: manual or electric. Both can be tailored to your property and both offer security and style, but they suit different…
Saving Time & Money on Electric Gates
CUSTOMER SAYS - “IM THINKING OF HAVING MY DRIVEWAY INSTALLED BEFORE MY ELECTRIC GATES” KEITH SAYS - Like many of our past customers this is a common mistake made by a decent majority. Having your driv…
Supporting a new local charitable organisation.
The new version of timber gates! Keeping homeless warm this winter, remember the name! A newly formed charitable organisation set up in Leeds. Their objective,well it’s simple! They have an aim to pro…
PVC cladding gates
The new version of timber gates! Like many others a lot of our customers wanting new gates installed to their home or property are looking for some form of privacy and like many others timber infilled…