A proper gate service is more than a squirt of oil and a quick look. Here's exactly what I do when I service your gate, so you know what you're getting.
My service checklist
Safety
- photocells tested, cleaned and aligned
- safety edges tested and checked for damage
- closing forces measured with a calibrated force tester against BS EN 12453
- warning light checked
- manual release tested
Mechanical
- gates checked for sagging, damage and level
- hinges checked for wear and lubricated
- posts and fixings checked
- motor mountings and brackets checked and tightened
- sliding gates: track, wheels, guide rollers, rack and end stops
- underground motors: foundation boxes checked for water and drainage
- hydraulic motors: checked for leaks and correct operation
Electrical
- control board checked for damp, corrosion and loose connections
- settings checked – limits, speed, force and auto-close
- battery backup tested, if fitted
- cables and glands checked where accessible
- remotes, keypads, intercoms, fobs and app control tested
Automatic Gate Servicing in Carlisle and Cumbria
A full automatic gate service is much more than a quick squirt of oil. When we service a gate around Carlisle, we check the motors, the control board, the hinges and posts, the safety devices and the manual release, then measure the closing forces to BS EN 12453.
The aim is simple: catch small problems before they turn into breakdowns, and make sure the gate is still safe for everyone who uses it. You get a written record of what we checked and anything that needs attention.
Keeping Your Electric Gates Running Smoothly
Regular servicing keeps gates opening and closing reliably through Cumbrian winters, wet autumns and summer storms. Motors last longer when hinges move freely, and control boards are less likely to fail when they're kept dry and clean.
We service all the major brands, whoever installed them, so you don't need to have bought your gates from us. If we find a fault, we'll explain it and give you a price before doing any extra work.
What you get
A written record of what I checked, the force test results, anything I adjusted, and anything that needs attention – with a price before I do any extra work.
Gates I service
All the major brands, including Beninca, CAME, FAAC, BFT, Nice, SEA, Gibidi, Allmatic, V2, Key Automation and Chamberlain LiftMaster.
Read more
- How often should electric gates be serviced?
- Simple gate care you can do yourself
- Looking after your gates through the winter
- How to reset your electric gate
Book a service – call or WhatsApp Adrian on 07854 037752.
Questions people ask me
How long does a gate service take?
That depends on the gate, but most domestic services are done within a couple of hours.
Do I need to be home?
It's helpful, so I can go through anything I find, but not essential if I have access and power.
What if you find a issue?
I'll explain it and give you a price before doing any extra work.