Cost guides
Gates
Gates

How much does a gate cost?

  • R500 – R800/hour
    Gate motor installation
  • R300 – R700
    Security gate installation fee
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Below is a cost guide for gates and the different varieties available. The prices quoted are estimates. For an exact price request a quote.


Driveway gate, supplied and installed

  • R30,000 – R60,000

This is the price for a driveway gate, supplied and installed. The final cost will depend on the size of the driveway gate, material used, automation, and installation situation. The average cost of a driveway gate is R45,000, or typically between R30,000 and R60,000.

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Swing gate motor

  • R6000 – R10,000

This is the price for a swing gate motor. The price depends on the motor brand and specifications. The most popular brands are Centurion, E.T. Nice, Gemini, DACE, etc. For a swing gate motor, expect to pay between R6000 and R10,000.

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Driveway gate automation (gate motor and installation fee)

  • R3000 – R9000

This is the price for driveway automation. The price includes the gate motor and installation cost. It depends on the driveway gate opening mechanism (sliding, swing, etc.) and the complexity of the situation (long installations, dangerous heights, etc.). The cost of driveway gate automation typically runs from R3000 to R9000, averaging at R6000.

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Security gate (single door), supplied and installed

  • R3000 – R5000

This is the price for a single security door, supplied and installed. The final price will depend on the gate size (standard size is: 1000x2000mm), material used, and the locking system (slam lock, shoot bolt, etc.). Installation costs may vary according to site and location. On average, expect to be charged between R3000 and R5000 for a security gate.

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Gliding security gate (2,5 m wide)

  • R4000 – R8000

This is the price for a sliding security gate with a width of 2,5 m. The final price will depend on the material used and the specific site and location. On average, expect to be charged between R4000 and R8000 for a gliding security gate.

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Shoot bolt security gate

  • R600 – R1200

This is the price for a security gate with a shoot bolt lock. The price depends on the gate size (standard size is: 1000x2000mm) and material. For a shoot bolt security gate, expect to pay between R600 and R1200.

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Lockable security gate

  • R800 – R3000

This is the price for a lockable security gate. The price depends on the gate size (standard size is: 1000x2000mm), gate material, and locking mechanism (dead lock, slam lock, etc.). On average, expect to be charged between R800 and R3000 for a lockable security gate.

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Slamlock security gate

  • R1400 – R3000

This is the price for a slamlock security gate. A slamlock is an independent lock that will slam close without the use of a key. The price can depend on the the gate size (standard size is: 1000x2000mm) and material used. The average cost of a slamlock security gate is R2200, or typically between R1400 and R3000.

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Security gate installation fee

  • R300 – R700

This is the cost of security gate installation, installation only. The cost may depend on the type of security door installer, on the site and location. The average cost is usually R500.

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Burglar bars

  • R500 – R1000/sqm

This is the price for burglar bars per square metre. The final price largely depends on the type of security bars (spanish, rectractable, louvre style, cottage pane, etc.) and material used (aluminium, steel, wrought iron, polycarbonates). On average, expect to be charged between R500/sqm and R1000/sqm for burglar bars .

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Pedestrian gate

  • R1000 – R4000

This is the average price for a pedestrian gate. Pedestrian gates are designed for personal passage and are usually installed next to the car gate. Standard dimensions are somewhere around 1000 (w) x 2000mm (h). The final price will depend on the exact size, the materials and style. For a pedestrian gate, expect to pay between R1000 and R4000.

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Gate motor installation

  • R500 – R800/hour

This is the price for a gate motor installation. The price includes only the labour, excluding the gate automation kit. Price may vary according to site and location. The average cost is usually R650/hour.

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Sliding gate motor

  • R4000 – R8000

This is the price for a sliding gate motor. The price depends on the motor brand and specifications. The most popular brands are Centurion, E.T. Nice, Gemini, DACE, etc. Sliding gate motor costs range between R4000 and R8000 with an average of R6000.

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Recent jobs for gates

Security gates

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Gansbaai
  • Type of service: New installation
  • Type of material for your security gate: (Stainless) steel
  • Type of gate you require: Retractable gates
  • Estimated project start: As soon as possible

2X1,8m slam sliding security doors.

Garden gate

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Three Rivers
  • Type of service: New installation
  • Type of material for your garden gate: I need advice about the material
  • Estimated project start: As soon as possible

I need advice about the material and colours

Driveway gates

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Dalton, Greytown
  • Type of service: New installation
  • Type of material for your driveway gate: Metal and alloys
  • Type of gate you require: Sliding gates
  • Estimated project start: I'm flexible

3.2mx1.8m palisade gate

Security gates

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Vereeniging
  • Type of service: New installation
  • Type of material for your security gate: I need advice about the material
  • Type of gate you require: I need advice about the type

Driveway gates

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Parklands, Milnerton
  • Type of service: New installation
  • Type of material for your driveway gate: I need advice about the material
  • Type of gate you require: Sliding gates
  • Estimated project start: I'm flexible

My number is available on Whatsapp.

Driveway gates

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: East London
  • Type of service: New installation
  • Type of material for your driveway gate: Wood
  • Type of gate you require: Swing gates
  • Estimated project start: As soon as possible

I need an automated timber swing driveway gate. Alternative number is

Security gates

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: East London
  • Type of service: New installation
  • Type of material for your security gate: I need advice about the material
  • Type of gate you require: Swing gates
  • Estimated project start: I'm flexible

Looking for a timber swinging gate. Alternative number to call is:

Driveway gates

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Pietermaritzburg
  • Type of service: New installation
  • Type of material for your driveway gate: Metal and alloys
  • Type of gate you require: Sliding gates
  • Estimated project start: As soon as possible

6 meters, silver, gate

Security gates

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Flamingovlei, Table View
  • Type of service: New installation
  • Type of material for your security gate: I need advice about the material
  • Type of gate you require: Sliding gates

Clearview gate needed, plus motor, plus guide rails etc, plus electrical installation (this is an entire new install) Gate is 5.88m wide

Security gates

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Dana Bay, Mossel Bay
  • Type of service: New installation
  • Type of material for your security gate: I need advice about the material
  • Type of gate you require: Sliding gates
  • Estimated project start: I'm flexible

Charcoal and or Wood