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The Automatic Gate Company

Electric and automatic gate systems, design, installation, maintenance and servicing

AGC, specialists in residential and commercial entry systems

For a free quote call 01327 354868

What we do

Installation

Your automatic gates should be installed and serviced by professionals. We will ensure that your installation meets all current legislative guidelines, is in line with industry standards and is reliable and robust. We install all forms of automated systems, sliding gates, swing gates, ram arm and underground activated, whatever your design specification requires.

Our experts can advise on the best solution to meet your needs, sliding gates often take up less space than traditional swing gates. They can operate faster and provide more space when open, with both being linked using wired or wireless systems.

System design and survey

Involving us in the early part of your system design ensures that we can give you the very best of advice and guidance on the perfect system to suit your needs. Our engineers will conduct a site survey and provide you with a design specification that will not only meet your security needs but also complement your property perfectly.

If you are looking for the perfect gate installation to enhance your home, or provide security for your home and business, our team will help you design and select the best solution that meets all current safety guidelines.

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Home automation

You may already have electric gates, or have gates that you would like automating, whichever it is we can provide the system solution you need. We can provide full integration of your gates with your home or business security system with remote monitoring and smart home access.

Our gate systems can be integrated with your CCTV and home/business security systems, increasingly a preferred solution for many home and business owners, along with door entry connectivity that can all be linked to your mobile phone.

Maintenance and repairs

We specialise in maintaining all types of automatic electric gates, poorly maintained gates can become unreliable, but more importantly, unsafe. Your gates represent a significant investment and should be regularly serviced and maintained by a professional engineer.

We can ensure that your gates consistently perform in a safe way with annual gate servicing and maintenance for all your automated access systems. Our standard service procedure includes:

  • Checking motors, motor arms, hinges and wheels
  • Greasing and lubricating linkages
  • Checking electrical components
  • Drain and check underground boxes
  • Check intercom and video links

We ensure that every component is checked to make sure that it is working as it should be.

Service and maintenance packages

At The Automatic Gate Company we aim to ensure that your gate and access systems are always working safely and effective. Our fixed cost service and maintenance packages provide for regular servicing of your system to ensure it is always working efficiently. We have a number of options to choses from for both commercial and residential applications. Our packages include fixed prices for servicing and breakdown cover with an annual service review included. We will ensure that:

  • Electrical and mechanical safety mechanisms have been regularly tested
  • Emergency release systems operate properly if you have a power failure
  • Your service call will take priority over non-scheme customers
  • The labour charge for a call out is included in your annual payment so you only pay for any parts needed at list price.

Call us today for a free quote on a domestic or commercial plan to suit your needs.

FAQs

Are electric gates expensive to run? - +

Electric gates don't cost much to operate, and their running costs will depend on how much they are used. In standby, an electric gate system will use about 100 watts per day.

How do I get in if the gates fail or there is a power cut? - +

When there is no electricity to run the motors, the manual release method is used to open electric gates by hand. A manual release key and a built-in manual release mechanism, or a separate manual release mechanism are needed.

Can I electrify my existing gates? - +

In most cases yes, automation can be added to most existing gates. If your gates have hinges that face each other it is a straight forward job. If your gates have hinges that are not facing each other then you can easily have additional brackets or other metalwork fitted.

What is the range of a transmitter and can I work them off my phone? - +

Most remote controls sold these days work on 433mhz frequency and will typically achieve about 30 metres in reasonable conditions. Adding a gsm or Wi-Fi enabled board will add phone connectivity.

Do I need planning permission for electric gates? - +

If your gates open onto a private road or an unadopted road, then you can erect a gate system that is up to 2 metres high without planning permission. If the gate opens onto a highway or a pavement on the highway, the gate can be 1 metre or less, otherwise you will need planning permission.

Can the gates be integrated to my home alarm system? - +

You can set up your alarm if the gate is opened by adding a sensor to the gate. You just have to program one of these sensors to trigger a system alarm when the associated zone is triggered.

Do you service gates that have been installed by other companies? - +

Yes, as a general rule, systems that have light usage (two to three times a day) will require a service once a year. For gates that are used more regularly, servicing twice a year is recommended.

Can you carry out the building works as well as the installation of the gates? - +

Yes, we offer a complete turn key solution from start to finish.

Will you advise on what access control system will work best for me? - +

Yes, we are at hand to talk through your options and find the best solution.

Do you offer a maintenance and repair service? - +

Yes, contact us and let us know the type of system that you have and the frequency of use and we will provide an annual service and maintenance quotation for you.
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