About Driveway Gates UK
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- Electric Driveway Gates - Do you need Gate Automation?
- Choosing the RIGHT Driveway Gate Manufacturer for you
- Wrought Iron or Wood? Read the advantages and disadvantages
- Trade Secrets from the Gate Manufacturer and Design Industry
- Installation of your Gates including checklists & regulations
- Installing Electric Gate Automation and Safety features needed
Consumer Guide
Driveway Gate Automation
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- Below Ground Gate Automation
- Sliding Gate Operating Systems
Wrought Iron Gates
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- Types of Metal Gates
- Wrought Iron Gate designs
Automation Manufacturers
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- Gate Safety, Access & Accessories
Wooden Gates
- About Wooden Gates
- Softwood Gates vs Hardwood
- Taking care of your Wooden Gates
Driveway Gate Designs
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Installers & Manufacturers
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- Automated Driveway Gate Installers
Gate Industry News
Consumer guide to buying your Driveway Gates
Contract
An absolute necessity is to make sure your contract covers all aspects and conditions of installation of your driveway gates. In particular the contract should cover these details:
- A completion date of your gates.
- Who is going to be responsible for the electrics.
- Similarly who is also responsible for telecoms.
- What happens if tree roots or utility pipes etc need to be removed
- Additional charges for unanticipated ground works eg soil conditions dictate how deep footings should go.
- Any late payment charges.
- Recourse for unfinished work and guarantees.
- Deposits and stage payments if necessary.
Driveway Gate Supplier
The driveway gate supplier that you use must be recognized by an official gate suppliers organization and be in possession of a Public Liability insurance. You can ask for proof of the above requirements at any time and it is advised that you do so.
Bid Comparison
Start with a reputable,well-known company. Secure a deal that includes all components of the project and compare this with other suppliers. Take into account the quality and build assurances of the different offers, remember that the lowest priced bid may not necessarily provide a completely satisfactory gate.
The Complete Job
During an installation of your driveway gate project you need to be aware of the following components; Health and Safety during the project, gate blueprints, site plan, soil stability checks, posts, footings, grading, electrical and communication supply, entry system, emergency access locking mechanism, gate operator, exit loop, safety loops, photoelectric eyes and other safety equipment, lighting, site clean up and restoration. These will all be explained in the following sections:
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