Why electric gate maintenance in Gloucestershire keeps your property secure.

Electric gates offer convenience, security, and a touch of luxury to homes and businesses across Gloucestershire and the South West. But like any mechanical and electrical system, they need regular servicing to stay safe and fully functional. Without proper maintenance, even the most advanced gate system can fail—posing safety risks, inconvenience, and costly repairs down the line.

At Gate Men, we provide professional electric gate maintenance services across Gloucester, Cheltenham, Stroud, Cirencester, Bristol, Bath, Swindon, and the Cotswolds. Here's why regular servicing isn’t just recommended—it’s essential.

1. Prevent Unexpected Breakdowns

Electric gates have many moving parts: motors, control boards, hinges, arms, sensors, rollers, and safety edges. Over time, these components can wear, loosen, or become misaligned—especially with exposure to rain, frost, or debris. Regular maintenance identifies early signs of wear before they become major failures, saving you from inconvenient breakdowns or emergency repairs.

2. Extend the Life of Your System

Like a car, electric gates last longer when properly looked after. Regular lubrication of mechanical parts, firmware updates, and safety edge calibration all contribute to keeping your system running smoothly. Routine servicing reduces strain on the motor and prevents the kind of accelerated wear that leads to early component failure. This helps you get the full value out of your investment.

3. Ensure Safety Compliance (EN 12453)

Automatic gates must comply with UK and European safety standards, particularly EN 12453, which governs force limitation and obstacle detection. If a gate malfunctions and causes injury or damage, the owner may be held liable if the system hasn't been properly maintained. Our Gate Safe–certified engineers test safety edges, photocells, and residual forces during every maintenance visit to ensure your gates meet compliance requirements.

4. Retain Manufacturer Warranties

Most gate motor warranties require proof of annual or bi-annual servicing by a qualified installer. Skipping maintenance may void your warranty, even if the issue seems unrelated. Gate Men is approved by leading manufacturers such as Roger Technology, CAME, BFT, DEA, NICE, FAAC, and Cardin, so you can trust us to protect your equipment and documentation.

5. Keep Your Property Secure

A faulty gate stuck open or not closing fully can compromise your security. Thieves and trespassers often spot weak points quickly. Servicing ensures your gate opens and closes reliably, keeps locks, hinges, and motor arms tight, and tests all safety and access controls—from fob readers to GSM intercoms and smart apps. We also check for software glitches that may impact your gate’s responsiveness or scheduling features.

6. Avoid Expensive Emergency Repairs

Reactive repairs can be costly—not just in parts and labour, but in lost time and disruption. A scheduled maintenance plan is far more cost-effective and predictable. At Gate Men, we offer Silver (annual), Gold (bi-annual), and Platinum (bespoke) gate servicing plans tailored to your usage and gate type.

7. 24/7 Support Starts with Routine Care

Even if you're covered by our 24/7 emergency call-out service, we always recommend regular servicing to reduce your reliance on emergency visits. Our service vehicles are stocked with genuine spare parts, and 90% of issues are resolved on the first visit—but planned maintenance prevents the issue arising in the first place.

Book Your Gate Service in Gloucestershire Today

If your gate hasn’t been serviced in the last 12 months—or is showing signs of slow operation, strange noises, or inconsistent responses—it’s time to book a professional maintenance check.

Gate Men provides expert electric gate servicing across:

• Gloucester, Cheltenham, Stroud, Cirencester

• Bristol, Bath, Swindon, Chippenham

• The Cotswolds, Herefordshire, Worcestershire & Oxfordshire

  
  

Our engineers are Gate Safe certified, fully insured, and highly experienced. We work on all major systems, residential or commercial, and provide a detailed maintenance report after every visit.

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Regular servicing is not a luxury—it’s a necessity. Keep your electric gates safe, secure, and compliant with a professional maintenance plan from Gate Men. We’re trusted across the South West for our reliability, honest advice, and high first-time fix rate.