Common questions about aluminium electric gates in Ashingdon

Answers to help you decide if aluminium gates suit your rural property.

Heavy clays expand and contract with moisture, causing standard post foundations to tilt within two seasons. Ignoring early movement leads to gate binding, motor burnout from misalignment, and eventual post replacement costing £800-£1,200. Reinforced foundations with deeper concrete footings prevent this escalation.

Aluminium dents more easily than steel under impact and offers less visual weight for traditional properties. However, powder-coated finishes resist corrosion better than painted steel, and lightweight construction reduces motor strain, extending automation system lifespan on rural driveways.

Yes. Aluminium gates with reinforced frames and secure locking mechanisms provide effective perimeter security. Powder-coated finishes resist tampering better than painted surfaces, and lightweight construction allows for taller designs without motor strain on isolated properties.

Powder-coated aluminium resists corrosion through freeze-thaw cycles without rust or flaking. Weatherproof motors with IP65-rated housings seal out moisture during inland frost. Lightweight frames reduce stress on hinges and tracks during temperature fluctuations.

Solid colours include anthracite grey, black, white, and custom RAL shades. Wood-effect finishes replicate oak, walnut, and mahogany grain patterns without rot risk. All finishes use factory-applied powder coating for fade resistance through field exposure.

Expect £3,500-£6,000 for sliding gates and £2,800-£5,500 for swing gates, including automation and installation. Reinforced post foundations for heavy clays add £400-£800. Wood-effect finishes cost £200-£500 more than solid colours. Quotes cover motor specification and long-term durability expectations.

No. Work is completed by independent local electric gate installers in and around Ashingdon. We review your request and arrange for a suitable installer to contact you with a quote and availability.

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Common Challenges

Heavy clays shift gate posts over time

Inland frost damages exposed motors

Long rural driveways strain weak motors

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Powder-coated finish resists corrosion

Lightweight frames reduce motor strain

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Reinforced post foundations for clay soil

Weatherproof motors for field exposure

Wood-effect finishes without rot risk