Upgrade security and kerb appeal with Electric Gates in Sydenham. Choose sliding or swing gates in timber or metal, with intercoms and remote controls. Installed neatly in 2–4 days by Fine Landscaping. We’ve completed many projects across Sydenham and nearby areas.
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Sydenham’s wide frontages and mature streets make electric gates a practical upgrade for privacy and access control. We regularly work around SE26 homes near Sydenham Wells Park and routes leading towards Forest Hill. Whether you need a discreet swing gate or a space-saving sliding gate, we design it to suit your driveway and daily routine. Expect tidy workmanship and hardware chosen for reliable UK weather performance.
The Sydenham area has plenty of Victorian villas, Edwardian houses and period conversions, often with original brick piers and boundary walls worth preserving. We match gate proportions, colours and detailing so the entrance looks ‘right’ for the property rather than bolted on. For tighter plots in Lower Sydenham or busier roads near Bell Green, we can recommend sliding systems that maximise parking space. Our electric gates Sydenham area clients also value quiet motors and smooth operation for early mornings and late returns.
We start with a site survey, then confirm gate type, safety features and access control (intercom, keypad, remotes). Installation is typically completed in 2–4 days, including groundwork, posts, electrics and final commissioning. Every system is tested for safe closing forces and emergency release, with clear handover guidance. Homeowners choose us because we’re local (around 20 minutes away), responsive, and we stand behind our work with a 10-year warranty.
Working across the London Borough of Lewisham, we plan for narrow access, controlled parking and busy school-run traffic. Many Sydenham driveways have slight falls and older paving, so we level tracks, set strong foundations and protect existing brickwork. We also factor in drainage so sliding gates run cleanly through wet months. If your property is close to woodland edges like Dulwich Wood, we’ll advise on finishes and maintenance to handle leaf debris and damp.
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Most installations in SE26 fall between £2,500 and £10,000, depending on size, materials and automation. Typical projects are £4,000–£7,000 for a quality motor, safety gear and professional fitting. Sliding gates can cost more if a ground track, extra groundwork or drainage is needed. Intercom systems, additional remotes, keypads and bespoke metalwork will also affect the overall budget.
Most electric gate installations take 2–4 days from groundwork to commissioning. A straightforward swing gate on existing solid piers can be quicker, while sliding gates may take longer if we’re installing a track, setting new posts, or improving the driveway levels. Timescales can also change if power needs upgrading, cabling routes are complex, or you choose bespoke timber or metal fabrication with longer lead times.
In many cases, electric gates are permitted development, especially when replacing an existing gate or staying within typical height limits. However, rules can change if your home is a listed building, in a conservation area, or if the gate fronts a highway and exceeds certain heights. We’ll flag potential issues during the survey and can advise what to check with Lewisham Council before work starts, so there are no surprises.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our installation workmanship, covering issues caused by fitting or construction methods. Manufacturer warranties apply to gate motors, control boards, intercoms and safety sensors, and we’ll register these where required. We also test and commission the system before handover, showing you manual release and safety features. If a problem arises, you’ll have a local team available for troubleshooting and repairs.
We install wooden gates for a warm, traditional look and metal gates (steel or aluminium) for crisp lines and durability. You can choose sliding or swing operation, with options like vertical bars, solid privacy infills, or classic timber boards to suit Victorian and Edwardian façades. Access control can include intercom systems, video entry, keypads and multiple remote controls. We’ll guide you on proportions, finishes and automation to match your driveway and usage.
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