Common questions about aluminium electric gates

Answers to help you decide if aluminium automation suits your Chigwell property.

Rust spreads beneath paint, weakening hinges and frames. Within 3-5 years, structural failure requires full gate replacement costing £4,000-£8,000. Switching to powder-coated aluminium now avoids repeat painting and saves replacement costs.

Overweight gates force motors to work beyond rated capacity, causing premature failure within 2-3 years. Emergency motor replacement costs £800-£1,500. Lightweight aluminium reduces motor strain, extending lifespan to 10+ years.

Aluminium dents more easily than steel under impact, and costs 15-25% more upfront. However, powder-coated aluminium never rusts, requires no repainting, and weighs 60% less, reducing motor load and long-term maintenance costs.

Yes. Aluminium's light weight suits electric motors perfectly, enabling faster opening cycles and lower energy draw. Powder-coated finish lasts 10+ years without repainting, making aluminium ideal for automated driveway gates.

Denting from vehicle impact and powder-coat chipping at weld points are the main issues. Quality fabrication with reinforced frames and proper coating application minimises both. Aluminium never rusts, unlike steel or wrought iron.

Supply and install of powder-coated aluminium electric gates typically ranges £3,500-£7,000 depending on size, automation kit, and foundation work. Custom RAL colours and sliding configurations add 10-20%. Clear itemised quotes provided before work starts.

Factory-applied polyester powder coating lasts 10-15 years in UK weather without fading or chipping. The electrostatic bonding process creates a molecular bond far stronger than paint, resisting UV, rain, and salt air.

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Common Challenges

Metal gates rust in Chigwell rain

Heavy gates slow automation cycles

Painted finishes fade and chip

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