Gate Servicing in Storrington

Storrington is the kind of place where gates are fitted and then forgotten. The village has a high proportion of retirement-age homeowners who keep immaculate gardens but do not think about the gate motor until the day it stops. By then, the damage is done — worn gears, seized bearings, corroded wiring, and failed safety devices that have been quietly degrading for years. Regular servicing prevents all of this.

We cover Storrington from our Horsham base — about 20 minutes via the A24. We service gates across the RH20 postcode area, from the village centre to Washington, Sullington, Thakeham, and the edge of West Chiltington.

Servicing: £225+VAT | Free automation survey included

Call us: 07542 024681 | Book online

What a Service Visit Covers

Every service follows a structured checklist. The sheltered, damp conditions at the foot of the South Downs make Storrington gates particularly vulnerable to the kind of slow deterioration that servicing catches.

Mechanical Inspection

Your engineer checks all moving parts — hinges, pivot points, motor arms, and drive gears. On Storrington's wooden five-bar gates, hinge sag is a recurring problem. Hardwood gates are heavier than they look, and hinges wear faster than most owners realise. Bolts are tightened, wear patterns noted, and any misalignment corrected before it damages the motor.

Motor Assessment

Motor current draw, noise, and internal condition are checked. Many Storrington motors have been running unsupervised for years. We identify units that are straining — drawing excessive current, running hot, or making noise that indicates internal wear. On properties where the motor has never been serviced, this assessment often reveals problems that would have caused a breakdown within months.

Safety Device Testing

Photocells, safety edges, and auto-reverse functions are tested. On rural Storrington properties, vegetation encroachment is the biggest threat to safety device function. Hedgerows grow across photocell beam paths, climbing plants cover safety edges, and ivy wraps around sensor housings. Your engineer clears all vegetation, cleans lenses, and verifies that every safety device responds correctly.

Control Board Check

The damp conditions at the foot of the Downs are harsh on electronics. Morning mist, persistent moisture, and limited airflow around shaded gate posts create a micro-climate that accelerates corrosion. Your engineer inspects control boards for oxidised terminals, checks seal integrity on control boxes, and assesses drainage.

Lubrication and Adjustment

All pivot points and hinges are lubricated with the correct grade. Gate open and close limits are checked and adjusted. On properties where the greensand-and-clay subsoil has shifted gate posts slightly, the limits will have drifted, causing the gate to over-travel or under-travel.

Why Storrington Gates Need Regular Servicing

Service Pricing for Storrington

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

How Often Should You Service Your Gate?

At least once a year. The damp conditions and vegetation growth in Storrington make annual servicing essential — problems develop faster here than in drier, more exposed locations. Gates on farm properties or shared driveways should be serviced every six months. If your gate has not been serviced in several years, a service visit now is the single most cost-effective thing you can do to extend its life.

Areas Covered Near Storrington

We also covers gate servicing in these nearby areas:

• Gate servicing in Horsham
• Gate servicing in Worthing
• Gate servicing in Steyning

Also covering: Washington, Sullington, Thakeham, West Chiltington, Pulborough.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I service my electric gate in Storrington?

At least once a year. The sheltered, damp conditions at the foot of the Downs accelerate corrosion and vegetation growth. If your gate has not been serviced in years, book one now — a service costs far less than the repair that a neglected gate will eventually need.

What does a gate service include?

Full mechanical inspection, motor assessment, safety device testing, control board check, vegetation clearance, lubrication of all moving parts, and adjustment of open/close limits. A written report is provided.

My gate has not been serviced since it was installed — is it too late?

It is never too late. A service visit now will reveal the current state of the motor, safety devices, and control board. We can identify what needs attention and prioritise the most critical repairs. It is better to find out now than wait for a complete failure.

Can you service all gate brands?

Yes. We work on CAME, BFT, Nice, FAAC, and most other European gate automation brands. Your engineer also services older and less common systems found on rural Storrington properties.

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 quotes the repair separately. Many minor issues can be fixed during the same visit.

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