Electric Gates in Chelmsford
Electric gate installation, repairs and servicing across Chelmsford and the surrounding villages. Compare swing and sliding layouts, materials and access controls with our family-run team, then plan the entrance at your site survey across Chelmsford, Danbury, Writtle and Beaulieu Park.
Essex's county town, fully covered
Chelmsford has a range of residential and commercial entrances, from new-build properties in Springfield and Beaulieu Park to period homes around the cathedral quarter, established drives in Great Baddow and Galleywood, and rural plots towards Writtle and Danbury. Each needs a site-specific assessment.
We look at opening width, available swing and sliding space, driveway level, gate supports and vehicle movement. For remote entrances, include intercom and camera coverage in the plan rather than treating these as an afterthought. Our Beaulieu Park project pages provide specific examples to discuss.
Based in Chafford Hundred, we are approximately 25 miles from Chelmsford city centre via the A12.
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The right system for your property
An aluminium swing gate can suit a standard-width driveway if there is enough swing clearance and suitable hinge support. Compare frame construction, finish and maintenance before choosing a material or design.
For a period entrance, compare ornamental steel with timber-effect composite and designs that suit your own setting. If the property is listed, in a conservation area or subject to another restriction, check with the planning authority before committing to manufacture. We can discuss the proposed gate, but cannot grant planning permission.
For the larger rural properties towards Danbury, Great Waltham and Writtle, cantilever and sliding systems handle wider entrances, gravel surfaces and uneven ground. We integrate CCTV and intercoms for properties where the entrance is not visible from the house.
Automated and driveway gates in Chelmsford
Full gate automation services from a single contractor — design, groundworks, installation, automation and ongoing support.
New Gate Installation
Bespoke driveway gates in aluminium , composite or steel . Swing, sliding, telescopic and cantilever systems with full automation.
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Repairs & Servicing
Expert fault diagnosis for all electric gate and barrier systems. Motor failures, photocell faults, intercom issues, welding and groundworks. Motors, controls and safety devices assessed for your gate.
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Beaulieu Park Projects
Multiple completed projects on the Beaulieu Park estate, including bespoke aluminium swing gates and driveway widening. See our dedicated page for the full story.
See Beaulieu Park projectsEverything handled in-house
One contractor, one point of contact — from the first survey to ongoing maintenance.
Free Site Survey
We visit your property anywhere in Chelmsford to assess the driveway, entrance and any specific considerations — period features, conservation areas or challenging terrain.
Groundworks & Construction
All excavation, concrete, brickwork, pillar construction and driveway reinstatement. Including entrance widening for new-build properties where the opening is too narrow.
Automation & Smart Access
Roger Technology motors, remote control, smartphone access via Remootio ( order Remootio 3 ), intercom integration and smart home compatibility.
Ongoing Maintenance
Annual service agreements to keep your system running reliably. Includes safety device testing, lubrication and a visual inspection of the gate finish.
Security gates for Chelmsford homes and businesses
A well-built automated gate is the first line of security for a Chelmsford home or business. For homes we fit swing and sliding gates in steel and aluminium , sized to the driveway and matched to the style of the property, from new builds in Springfield to rural plots towards Danbury and Writtle.
For commercial entrances, consider vehicle movement, staff and visitor access, support and clearance. The agreed specification can include cameras, keypads, fobs and compatible smartphone or intercom access. Groundworks, fabrication, automation and aftercare responsibilities should be clear in your quotation.
Recent Chelmsford-area projects
Two of our completed gate projects at Beaulieu Park, Chelmsford.
Anthracite Aluminium Swing Gates
Full boarded aluminium swing gates in anthracite with postless design and underground automation at Beaulieu Park, Chelmsford. Driveway opening widened from 2.8m to 3.15m.
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Horizontal Boarded Gate with Perspex
Aluminium gates with horizontal boarding and perspex top panels at Beaulieu Park, Chelmsford. Driveway widened from a single-car to a two-car entrance with matching gate lights.
Read the case studyGate motors we often see near you
Brand guides for opening a gate by hand. Order reflects jobs we attend across Essex — your exact motor is on the label.
BFT
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Roger Technology
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DEA
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SEA
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FAAC
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CAME
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Nice
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Beninca
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Ditec
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V2
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RIB
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Centurion
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How we make gates safe
The standard that governs powered gates is BS EN 12453:2017+A1:2021, and the Door & Hardware Federation (DHF) explains how to apply it in its TS 013 code of practice. Here is how that plays out on a Chelmsford job.
Safe contact force
If the gate does touch someone, the force must stay within the standard's limits. We prove that with a calibrated force tester on every gate we commission.
Paperwork that matters
A proper installation leaves a written risk assessment and a declaration of conformity behind it, as the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 require.
Safety devices
The right mix of photocells, safety edges and, where needed, presence detection depends on the site. The risk assessment decides it.
Handover and maintenance
At handover you get the risk assessment, force test results and user instructions. The DHF TS 013 code of practice, part 3 of which is written for owners, explains why regular servicing keeps a gate safe. Our servicing plans start from £19.99 + VAT per month.
Taking over an older gate with no paperwork? We can assess and force test it as part of a repair visit.
Chelmsford questions
Common questions from homeowners and businesses across the Chelmsford area.
We cover all of Chelmsford and its surrounding areas, including Springfield, Great Baddow, Writtle, Galleywood, Danbury, Broomfield and Moulsham. We also have a dedicated page for Beaulieu Park , where we have completed multiple projects on the estate.
We can compare traditional five-bar and ornamental designs for your setting. Planning consent is for the local authority to decide: ask them about your property, road boundary and proposed gate before manufacture rather than relying on general advice.
We are based in Chafford Hundred, approximately 25 miles from Chelmsford city centre via the A12. We work regularly across the Chelmsford area and visit frequently for installations, servicing and repairs.
Yes. As Essex's county town, Chelmsford has a significant commercial presence. We install and maintain heavy-duty sliding gates, barrier systems and access control for business premises, retail parks and industrial sites. We hold CSCS cards, SafeContractor accreditation and enhanced DBS clearance for sensitive sites including schools .
Often, yes. If the gate is straight, swings freely and the posts are sound, we can add motors, photocells and a control panel to your existing driveway gates. If not, we will tell you honestly at the free site survey and explain the options.
We also provide CCTV installation in Chelmsford , security systems & alarms in Chelmsford , access control & intercoms in Chelmsford and automatic door servicing in Chelmsford .
See all our electric gates in Essex and gate servicing and maintenance .
Recent gate projects near Chelmsford: anthracite aluminium swing gates in Beaulieu Park and horizontal boarded perspex gate in Beaulieu Park case studies.
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