Automatic gates are one of those things you don't know you need until you've got them. No more getting out of the car in the rain, no more gates left lying open, and a lot more peace of mind with kids and dogs about.
I fit automatic gates on homes across Carlisle and Cumbria – new gates or your existing ones.
Why people go automatic
- Convenience. Press a button in the car and the gate opens before you reach it.
- Security. The gate shuts behind you and stays locked. See benefits of electric gates for security.
- Kids and pets. A closed gate keeps them off the road.
- Privacy. Solid gates keep your driveway and garden private.
- Kerb appeal. A good set of gates finishes off the front of a house.
Automatic Gates for Carlisle Family Homes
Most people who ask us about automatic gates have the same reasons: they're tired of getting out of the car in the rain, they want the children and the dog kept safely in the garden, and they'd like a clear boundary between the house and the road. An automatic gate solves all three at the touch of a button.
Around Carlisle we fit automatic gates to everything from semis in Harraby and Morton to period houses in Stanwix and farmhouses out towards Brampton. The gate, the motors and the controls are chosen to suit the property, so it looks right and works reliably for years.
Electric Driveway Gates Made Simple
Going automatic doesn't have to be complicated. Adrian visits, measures the opening, checks the slope of the drive and the condition of the posts, and works out where power will come from. You then get a clear written quote covering the gates, the CAME motors, the groundwork and the safety devices.
On the day, we fit and set everything up, force test the gate to BS EN 12453 and show you how it all works, including the manual release. Your new automatic gates come with a Declaration of Conformity, the manuals and our 3-year parts and labour warranty.
Your options
| Option | Best for | From |
|---|---|---|
| Overground motors | Most swing gates | on survey |
| Underground motors | A clean look with nothing on show | on survey |
| Sliding automation | Short or sloping driveways | on survey |
| Hydraulic | Very heavy or large gates | price on survey |
Need gates too? See electric driveway gates – timber from £2,500, aluminium from £1,800 and steel or wrought iron from £2,200.
Opening the gate
Remotes are the usual choice, but you can add a video intercom, a keypad, fobs or app control on your phone. See access control.
Safe for your family
Automatic gates must stop and reverse if anything's in the way. I fit photocells and safety edges as needed, and force test every gate to BS EN 12453 before handing it over.
Find out more
Call or WhatsApp Adrian on 07854 037752, or drop me a message.
Questions people ask me
Are automatic gates worth it?
For most people who use their driveway every day, yes – for the convenience, security and peace of mind alone.
What happens if the power goes?
The gate stays put. Battery backup keeps it working, and the manual release lets you open it by hand.
Can I open the gate from my phone?
Yes – app control can be added to most systems.