Upgrade kerb appeal and security with Garden Gates in Downham. We design, build and fit side, driveway and pedestrian gates in timber or metal, with reliable locks and optional automation.
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Downham homeowners often want a gate that feels solid, looks smart and works smoothly every day. Whether you’re near Downham Fields or heading past Downham Health and Leisure Centre, we can supply and fit side gates, driveway gates and pedestrian gates to suit your frontage. We match styles to existing fencing and brickwork, keeping sightlines and access practical. Expect tidy workmanship and gates that close cleanly, even after heavy use.
Our team knows the garden layouts and access challenges across the Downham estate, including BR1 streets and nearby Grove Park and Bellingham. Many homes here are 1920s cottage estates, 1930s semis and post-war housing, so we regularly fit gates to narrower side passages, shared driveways and stepped paths. We can advise on hinge types, posts and clearances to prevent dragging on uneven paving. If you’re updating fencing at the same time, we’ll create a consistent finish from boundary to gate.
We start with a site visit to measure openings, check levels and discuss privacy, security and style. You’ll receive clear options on materials, finishes, locks and automation, then we manufacture and install to precise tolerances. Every installation is aligned, braced and fixed for long-term stability, with a clean handover and maintenance guidance. Local homeowners choose us for straightforward communication, dependable scheduling and a 10-year warranty for peace of mind.
Across the London Borough of Lewisham, we often encounter mixed ground levels, older concrete pads and narrow drive entrances typical of Downham’s planned estates. Parking and access can be limited on residential roads, so we plan deliveries and installation times carefully. We also account for boundary lines, shared access routes and existing fencing runs to avoid awkward gaps. The result is a gate that looks right for the street and performs reliably year-round.
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Costs vary by size, material and whether posts or fencing need replacing. As a guide, a basic timber side gate with fittings is often £250–£600 supplied and fitted. Metal pedestrian gates are commonly £450–£1,200 depending on design. Driveway gates typically range from £1,200–£4,000+, with automation adding around £900–£2,500+ based on motors, power and safety devices.
Most side or pedestrian gates can be installed in half a day to a full day once the gate is ready, especially if posts are sound. If new posts need setting, allow extra time for concrete curing, usually 24–48 hours before final hanging and adjustment. Driveway gates generally take 1–2 days, and automated systems can add another day for wiring, safety checks and commissioning.
Many garden and driveway gates fall under permitted development, particularly when replacing like-for-like. However, rules can apply to gate height (especially next to a highway), listed buildings, and properties in conservation areas. We’ll ask the right questions during the survey and flag anything that may need approval. If required, we can provide specifications and drawings to support an application or pre-application enquiry.
We provide a 10-year warranty covering installation workmanship, including fixings, alignment and structural stability when used normally. If a gate drops, binds or hardware loosens due to fitting issues, we’ll put it right. Materials and automation components may also carry manufacturer warranties, which we’ll explain clearly. Routine maintenance (such as timber staining or lubrication) helps keep everything performing at its best.
We offer timber gates (closeboard, tongue-and-groove, framed ledged and braced) and metal gates (wrought-style, modern slatted, powder-coated finishes). Popular choices include tall side gates for privacy, matching driveway and pedestrian sets, and gates integrated with new fencing runs. We’ll help you choose based on security needs, exposure to weather, maintenance preference and the look of your property, then tailor ironmongery and locks to suit.
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