Upgrade kerb appeal and security with Garden Gates in Shortlands, made to measure and fitted with care. Choose timber or metal, manual or automated, with reliable locks and neat matching fencing. We’re based in Norbury and typically reach BR2 in around 20 minutes.
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From smart side access to statement driveway entrances, we supply and install gates that suit how you use your home. Homeowners around Shortlands station and BR2 often want better privacy without losing the character of their frontage. We fit side gates, pedestrian gates and driveway gates, with options for automation and high-quality locks. If you’re also updating boundaries, we can align the finish with matching fencing for a seamless look.
Shortlands’ large Edwardian houses, Victorian villas and 1930s properties benefit from gates that respect original proportions and brickwork lines. We regularly work across the garden gates Shortlands area including Bromley, Beckenham and Bickley, where entrances can be narrow and side passages are common. Timber gates can be built to complement period detailing, while metal gates offer crisp lines for more contemporary frontages. Every installation is measured precisely to avoid dragging, gaps and latch misalignment over time.
We start with an on-site survey, then recommend hinge types, posts and locking systems based on your layout and usage. Gates are fabricated to spec, installed plumb, and finished with weather protection where required, with automation commissioned and safety-checked. You’ll get clear options, tidy workmanship and straightforward aftercare advice. Local homeowners choose us for durable builds, secure fitting and consistent results on garden gates in London Borough of Bromley.
Across the London Borough of Bromley, we often find mixed boundary heights, mature hedging and sloping drives that affect gate swing and clearances. Parking and access can be tighter near Shortlands station, so we plan deliveries and installation times to minimise disruption. For Edwardian and Victorian plots, we align posts and rails to existing brick piers and coping details. Where drives fall away, we can specify rising hinges or adjusted ground clearances to prevent scraping.
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Costs vary by size, material and hardware. As a guide, a made-to-measure timber side gate with quality hinges and lock often falls around £450–£1,000 fitted. Metal pedestrian gates are commonly £650–£1,400. Driveway gates typically range from £1,800–£6,000+, depending on width and design. Automation, power supply work and safety equipment can add roughly £1,200–£3,500.
Most side or pedestrian gates are installed in half a day to a full day once the gate is ready. Driveway gates usually take 1–2 days, especially if new posts or brick pier repairs are needed. Lead times depend on fabrication, finishes and any bespoke metalwork. Automation can add an extra day for fitting, commissioning and safety testing, plus time if a new power feed is required.
Many garden and driveway gates are permitted development, but there are important limits, especially for gates fronting a highway (including footpaths). Height, visibility splays and listed building or conservation area status can change what’s allowed. We’ll ask the right questions during the survey and flag any likely constraints. If permission or approval is needed, we can guide you on what Bromley Council typically requires before installation.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for our gate installations, covering issues such as fixings, alignment and installation-related movement. Materials and automation components are covered by their manufacturer warranties, which vary by brand and specification. We also advise on maintenance—particularly for timber finishes and moving parts—to maximise lifespan. If something isn’t right after fitting, we’ll arrange a prompt inspection and remedy.
We install timber gates (including closeboard, tongue-and-groove and framed ledged-and-braced styles) and metal gates in traditional or modern designs. Popular choices in BR2 include solid privacy side gates, arched pedestrian gates, and driveway pairs with matching fencing panels. You can add locks, keypad entry, intercoms and full automation. We’ll help you choose a design that suits your property’s era, security needs and maintenance preferences.
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