Garden Gate Installation in Wallington

Garden gate installation in Wallington with posts sized for the weight they carry. Side gates, double gates and gates built into a new fence run, hung square so they still close properly in a year.

Gate Posts Take More Than Fence Posts

A gate hangs off one post and slams against another, so both take far more force than a fence post. They go deeper, are set in more concrete and are usually thicker timber. A gate that drops and catches on the ground is nearly always a post that was undersized.

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Hinges, Latches and Hanging Square

Heavy duty hinges bolted through the post carry the weight better than screwed straps. The gate is hung with an even gap all round and a slight rise as it opens, so it clears the ground in winter when everything swells. Latches and drop bolts go on last.

Side Gates, Double Gates and Security

A side gate to the back garden is worth having as a solid, lockable one, since it is the usual way into a rear garden. Double gates suit a driveway entrance and need a drop bolt into the ground to hold one leaf while the other swings.

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Gates come up on most fencing jobs, and they are the part that gets used every day, so they are the part most likely to be noticed if it is not right. We hang gates across Wallington and the surrounding areas, either on their own or as part of a new fence line.

  • Over 40 years laying driveways and patios

  • Block paving, resin and tarmac driveways

  • Fencing, decking and garden landscaping

  • Covering Wallington and south London

  • Prices agreed in writing before work starts

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does garden gate installation cost in Wallington?

It depends on the size of the gate, the timber and whether new posts are needed. Hanging a gate between existing sound posts is a short job. A wide driveway gate with new posts, heavy hinges and a drop bolt costs more. We price it after measuring the opening.

Why does my garden gate stick in winter?

Timber takes up moisture in wet weather and swells, so a gate hung with a tight gap starts to bind. Ground movement and a dropping hinge post add to it. Easing the edge and resetting the hinges usually fixes it. A gate hung with the right clearance from the start avoids it.

Can you fit a lock to a side gate?

Yes. A side gate is often the weakest point on a property, so a lockable latch or a bolt that can be padlocked from inside is worth fitting. Long hinges and bolts through the post rather than screws make the gate much harder to lift off.

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