Automatic Gates Melbourne

Most gates can be automated, though the mechanism, the material and the gate’s weight all affect what motor and setup is needed. Sliding and swing driveway gates are the most common, but side gates can be automated too if they’re wide enough for vehicle access. 

If you’re not sure whether your existing gate can be automated, call us on (03) 9034 6066 and we’ll assess it during a free onsite measure.

Electric automatic gates run off your property’s mains power, which suits sites with easy access to power near the gate. Solar-powered automatic gates use a panel and battery instead, which is a practical option where running mains power to the gate would be difficult or costly, such as a driveway gate set well back from the house. Both options use the same motors and controls, so the choice usually comes down to what’s practical for your site rather than performance.

Yes, heavier materials like steel need a stronger motor than a lighter aluminium gate of the same size, since the motor has to work harder to move the extra weight. This is one of the reasons we assess the gate itself, not just the opening, before recommending a system, so the motor is matched to what it’s actually moving rather than a generic size.

If you’re planning a new gate and want it automation-ready, call us to talk through material and motor sizing together.

The cost of gate automation depends on the mechanism, the gate’s weight and material, whether you choose electric or solar power, and any additional access options like keypads or intercoms. Automating an existing gate can be more affordable than a new automated gate built from scratch, depending on the condition of what’s already there. Rather than estimate a figure that might not suit your property, we assess the gate first so the quote reflects the actual job.

For an accurate price based on your gate, call us for a free, no-obligation quote.

Alongside standard remote controls, we can fit keypads for a code-based entry, intercom systems so visitors can buzz through, and RFID readers for tap-based access, as well as vehicle sensors that detect an approaching car and trigger the gate automatically. Smartphone access is one of the access options we can set up alongside or instead of a standard remote, letting you open the gate from an app rather than carrying a separate remote control. This is a popular option for households who want to let in visitors or deliveries without being home.

The solution makes sense depends on how many people need access and how you want visitors to get in touch before entering.

If you want more than a basic remote, call us to talk through which access options suit your property.

Most automatic gate systems include a manual release so you can open the gate by hand if the power goes out, though the exact process depends on the system installed. We’ll walk you through how to do this for your specific gate as part of the installation, so you’re not caught out if the power drops.