Most Crawley fencers make and hang gates as well, from a simple side gate to a pair of driveway gates. On many semis and terraces the side gate is the main way into the back garden, so security matters.
Typical Crawley prices
A timber side or garden gate is usually £250 to £700 fitted. Double driveway gates are more often £450 to £1,200.
Getting a gate that lasts
- A frame with a diagonal brace stops sagging
- Gate posts set deep in concrete, as clay movement soon shows on a gate
- A lockable bolt or latch reachable only from inside
Common questions
Why does my gate stick in winter and swing in summer?
Clay ground moves with the seasons and takes the posts with it. Deeper posts usually fix it.
Do I need planning for a gate?
Not normally if it is under 1m next to a road or 2m elsewhere.