Gate Servicing in Horsham

An electric gate that works today can fail tomorrow. Moving parts wear down, safety sensors drift out of alignment, and control boards corrode — slowly, invisibly, until the gate stops. Regular servicing catches problems before they become breakdowns. In Horsham, where the heavy Wealden clay shifts gate posts and the south-westerly rain attacks control boxes, servicing is not optional. It is essential maintenance.

We're based in Horsham. We service gates across the RH12 and RH13 postcode areas, from the new estates in Broadbridge Heath to the rural farmhouses along the A24 corridor south towards Mannings Heath and Coolham.

Servicing: £225+VAT | Free automation survey included

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What a Service Visit Covers

Every service visit follows the same structured checklist. We don't cut corners, and every gate gets the same thorough inspection regardless of age or brand.

Mechanical Inspection

Your engineer checks all moving parts — hinges, pivot points, motor arms, drive gears, and track runners. In Horsham, the Wealden clay causes seasonal ground movement that shifts gate posts and misaligns hinges. A service visit catches this early, before the misalignment damages the motor. Hinges are lubricated, bolts tightened, and any wear patterns noted.

Motor Assessment

The motor is the heart of the system. Your engineer checks motor current draw, listens for unusual noise, inspects capacitors on CAME units, and checks drainage on BFT underground installations. BFT underground motors are common on established Horsham properties — particularly in Mannings Heath — and the foundation boxes are prone to water ingress if the drainage pump or seal has failed.

Safety Device Testing

Photocells, safety edges, and auto-reverse functions are tested to confirm they meet current standards. On rural Horsham properties with mature hedging, photocell alignment is a recurring issue. Your engineer cleans the lenses, adjusts the beam alignment, and clears any vegetation that has grown into the sensor path since the last visit.

Control Board Check

The control board is inspected for signs of corrosion, loose terminals, and burnt components. In Horsham, south-westerly rain is a persistent problem for control boxes mounted on exposed gate posts. Your engineer checks seals, drainage, and ventilation, and replaces any gaskets that have degraded.

Lubrication and Adjustment

All pivot points, hinges, and moving contacts are lubricated with the correct grade of grease or oil. Gate open and close limits are checked and adjusted if the gate has drifted. Slow-down settings are tested so the gate decelerates smoothly before hitting the end stops.

Why Horsham Gates Need Regular Servicing

Service Pricing for Horsham

Parts charged separately at cost if anything needs replacing. Always quoted and agreed before ordering.

How Often Should You Service Your Gate?

Your engineer recommends a minimum of one service visit per year for residential gates in the Horsham area. Gates on farm properties or shared driveways — where the gate cycles more than ten times a day — should be serviced every six months. The heavy clay soil and wet climate in Horsham make annual servicing more important here than in drier, more stable ground areas.

Areas Covered Near Horsham

We also covers gate servicing in these nearby areas:

• Gate servicing in Crawley
• Gate servicing in Haywards Heath
• Gate servicing in Burgess Hill
• Gate servicing in Lindfield
• Gate servicing in Dorking

Also covering: Broadbridge Heath, Mannings Heath, Southwater, Warnham, Rusper, Brooks Green, Coolham.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I service my electric gate in Horsham?

At least once a year. Horsham's Wealden clay causes seasonal ground movement that affects gate alignment, and the wet climate accelerates corrosion in control boxes. Annual servicing catches these problems early. If your gate is on a farm or shared driveway with heavy use, Your engineer recommends every six months.

What does a gate service include?

A full mechanical inspection, motor assessment, safety device testing, control board check, lubrication of all moving parts, and adjustment of open/close limits. We follow a structured checklist on every visit. A written report is provided.

Can you service all gate brands?

Yes. We're experienced with CAME, BFT, Nice, FAAC, and most other European gate automation brands fitted in the Horsham area. Your engineer carries common consumables and can source parts for any brand.

My gate seems fine — do I still need a service?

Yes. Most gate problems develop gradually. A motor drawing too much current, a safety sensor drifting out of alignment, or a control board starting to corrode — none of these show obvious symptoms until the gate fails. Servicing catches them early.

Is a service visit the same as a repair?

No. A service is preventive maintenance — inspecting, testing, lubricating, and adjusting. If we find a fault during a service, your engineer will quote the repair separately. Many minor issues can be fixed during the same visit.

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