Upgrade security and kerb appeal with Electric Gates in Thornton Heath. Choose sliding or swing gates in timber or metal, with intercoms and remote controls. Installed neatly in 2–4 days by Fine Landscaping.
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Thornton Heath homeowners often want a secure entrance without losing parking space or access. We design and install electric gates that suit CR7 driveways, from compact frontages near Thornton Heath station to wider plots around Grangewood Park. You can add intercom systems and remote controls for simple daily use. Every installation is measured, fabricated and fitted to match your property and boundary lines.
This part of the London Borough of Croydon is known for excellent-value homes, including Victorian terraces, Edwardian semis and many 1930s houses. Those property styles benefit from gates that complement period brickwork, bay windows and original garden walls. We regularly work across Broad Green, Selhurst and South Norwood, so we understand typical driveway widths and sightlines. Our designs balance privacy, security and a clean street-facing look.
We start with a site survey, discuss access needs, and recommend the right automation for your usage. Groundworks, posts, power supply, safety edges and testing are handled as one coordinated job, keeping disruption low over 2–4 days. You’ll receive clear specifications, tidy finishing, and aftercare guidance for reliable operation. Local homeowners trust us because we turn up when we say we will and finish to a premium standard.
In the electric gates thornton heath area, access can be tight and on-street parking limited, so we plan deliveries and work stages carefully. Many front gardens sit behind low walls with short set-backs, which affects swing clearance and motor placement. We also consider drainage falls and existing paving so the gate track or hinges stay aligned. If you need electric gates in London Borough of Croydon, we’ll advise on boundary heights and visibility at the entrance.
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Most installations in Thornton Heath fall between £2,500 and £10,000, depending on size, materials and automation. Typical projects are £4,000–£7,000 for a quality set of swing or sliding gates with reliable motors and safety features. Costs rise with bespoke metalwork, hardwood, long runs of cabling, intercom systems, and any extra groundworks to level or widen the entrance.
Electric gate installations usually take 2–4 days from groundworks to final commissioning. Timescales depend on whether posts or piers need reinforcing, if a new power supply is required, and whether you choose sliding (often more groundwork) or swing gates. We also factor in curing time for concrete and careful alignment for smooth operation. We’ll confirm a schedule after the site survey.
In many cases, electric gates are permitted development, especially when replacing existing gates or staying within typical height limits. However, rules can vary if your property is on a corner plot, near a highway, or subject to specific restrictions. We’ll check key considerations for the London Borough of Croydon, including visibility splays and boundary positions, and flag anything that may require permission before work begins.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our workmanship, covering installation quality such as fixings, alignment, and structural stability of posts and frames. Automation components are also covered in line with the manufacturer’s warranty, and we’ll explain what’s included for your chosen motors and controls. We test safety features on completion and show you how to operate and maintain the system to keep it running smoothly.
You can choose wooden gates for a warm, traditional look or metal gates for a sleek, secure finish, with either sliding or swing operation. Popular options include vertical slats for privacy, open railings for visibility, and mixed designs that match existing fencing. We can add intercom systems, keypad entry, and remote controls. We’ll guide you on styles that suit your frontage, boundary height and daily access needs.
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