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He fixed the problem, communicated the time he would arrive and stuck to it. Appreciate his help.

Investigate why a plug isnt working and fix it.

£50

Super professional and tidy. I can only recommend Sam.

Put up 4 x baby stair gates

£50

Did the two jobs perfectly. Polite and communicated well before and after the job.

Installing a baby gate

£25

Tyronne was brilliant. Super efficient and friendly, would recommend! Thank you!

Investigate why plug socket isn’t working and fix it

£40

Very reliable! Will definitely look to hire Derek in the future!

Metal gate to be dismantled from a brick wall

£15

Thank you for putting my front gate back up! It looks great- a very professional and efficient service. Thank you for being so helpful with working around my time frame too. A++ I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Luiz.

Front gate new hinges and re-hung

£80

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Need to organise a gate installation? Hire a gate installer near you with the tools, equipment, and experience to get the job done right. A professional job will save you time and ensure you get the best possible result that works smoothly and looks great. Your installation expert can help with every step from advice on the best type of gate for your home and budget, through to installation and even repairing broken gates.

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Top Gate Installation related questions

A professional gate installer will ensure your gate is in perfect working order and has been installed correctly so that your home, pets, and family are secure. In the case of swimming pool gates, an experienced professional will ensure your gate complies with any applicable safety regulations.

Common gate installation locations include pool areas, front driveways, carports, back fences, vegetable gardens, and pet enclosures.

Your professional gate installer will help recommend the best gate for your situation and budget. While automatic gates tend to be more costly, they’re a popular option for front gates or driveways because you don’t have to get out of your car to open and close the gate.

Usually, your Tasker will bring their own tools and equipment and work with your existing parts, or help you order parts for your gate.

Depending on the gate type (manual or automatic) and size, you can expect your gate installation to take anywhere from 1-5 hours.

On average, gate installation costs between £47 - £130, when you hire a Tasker through Airtasker. The cost of your gate installation task will depend on whether it’s a full installation or repair, the type of material, the size of the gate, and where it’s being installed.

What does a gate installation service include?

You can get help with anything to do with gates, from gate selection and installation to repair and maintenance. Most gate installers are experienced with a range of fencing types and can choose a gate to match your existing fence or help install a fence alongside your gate. Here are some of the most common types of gates and what you can expect with each service:

Automatic gates

Need automatic gates or electric gates installed or repaired? These are a popular option for driveways, with everything securely locked away and you don’t even have to get out of your car to open or close it. Your technician will have experience with automatic gate openers, including how to set up access so that your gate can open smoothly via a buzzer, remote, keypad, or intercom. They’ll measure the area and recommend the best gate type to fit, with the most suitable opening methods (swinging or sliding). Your gate installer can order in your gate materials, before installing everything onsite and showing you how to operate your new gate.

Swinging gates

Swinging gates are the most popular gate type because they’re simple to operate, with your gate suspended on a hinge, and held in place with a latch. Your gate installer will help recommend a gate style that will fit with your existing fence and other features, whether you need timber gates, aluminium gates, or even glass. They’ll order in the materials and assemble your gate onsite, ensuring its level and properly secured at the hinges. Finally, they’ll attach a latch at the correct height for easy opening and closing - with the option to padlock your gate for added security.

Sliding gates

Sliding gates are ideal for homes with limited space on either side of the gate, or for larger gates along driveways, where a swinging gate isn’t practical. Your gate installer will begin by measuring the area and recommending some suitable sliding gates to fit. They’ll order in the materials and begin by installing your footings and metal tracks for the gate to roll on. Next, they’ll put in place posts for your gate. Then they’ll insert wheels into the bottom of your gate and slide it onto the track and lock it into place. Sliding gates do need regular maintenance to ensure they’re clean and well lubricated, and you may need to book sliding gate repair if your gate stops working smoothly or gets damaged.

Pool gates

If you have a pool, you’ll need at least one or two gates for safe access to your pool area. Your pool gate installer will help you select a gate that matches your pool fence, whether glass or aluminium. They’ll install your gate between fence posts, ensuring it meets the regulations for your local area. Common regulations include self-closing and self-latching, latches at a minimum height, and only outwards-opening. If your pool gate doesn’t open or close properly, you’ll need to book pool gate repairs as soon as possible to ensure your pool is safe and compliant.

Recent Gate Installation tasks

Fit lock and adjust gate, fit shelves

£200

Lee On The Solent, Hampshire

2nd Sep 2026

We need a keypad lock supplied and fitted to an external gate We need a different gate adjusted We need some pantry shelves cut and fitted in a pantry cupboard

Wastegate actuator replacement and sensor,coolant pipe

£500

Somers Town, Greater London

1st Sep 2026

I need someone specialist for my Mercedes to replace wastegate actuator and sensor also coolant pipe

Baby gate and tv mounting

£50

Herne, Kent

31st Aug 2026

We need 2 baby gates adding to our stairs and our tv mounting to the wall. We have the bracket for the tv but no screws.

Outside gate latch is not working

£100

North End, Greater London

31st Aug 2026

Outside gate latch is not locking door

Great service communication and workmanship

Fix hinges from garden gate

£45

Woodside, Greater London

31st Aug 2026

The current wooden gate in the garden drags on the floor so the hinges need to be changed and if possible, add a door key lock too!

He was efficient and did a great job. I will definitely recommend him and hire him again for future jobs!

Investigate and repair roof leak above 2nd-floor bay window

£200

Milton, Hampshire

31st Aug 2026

We have had a water leak through the ceiling above our second-floor bay window during heavy rain. The leak appears as water droplets coming through a crack/joint in the ceiling directly around the bay window area. We have checked the accessible loft space but cannot see any obvious signs of water ingress there. We suspect the issue may be with the bay window roof, flashing, parapet/coping, guttering or the junction with the main roof, but we would like someone experienced to properly diagnose the source. The bay roof itself is not accessible from the loft, so it will need to be inspected externally. Task: * Inspect the bay roof and surrounding roof/flashing/guttering * Identify the actual source of the water ingress * Repair the problem properly and permanently * Advise if any further work is required * Ideally provide photos of the issue and completed repair Please quote for inspection and repair, or let me know your call-out/inspection cost and estimated repair cost. Thanks!

Fix my front gate

£25

Woodside, Greater London

31st Aug 2026

My front gate has come off it's hinges. I need someone to secure the gate back to the wall so it does not come off again.

Large gate needs adjustment. won't close.

£15

Kitt's Moss, Greater Manchester

31st Aug 2026

The gate seems to have dropped. It is the same in hot dry and wet weather. It should close with latch and/or bolt.

There was a short delay due to messaging and my not knowing how the app works but Paul was well worth the wait.

Safety gate put up

£30

Wembley, Greater London

30th Aug 2026

I have brought a extended safety gate and need it put up

I need an electrician to investigate and repair two down lights

£150

Richmond, Greater London, TW10

30th Aug 2026

Work required: * Fault-find the non-working downlights and establish why they have stopped working. * Check the electrical supply and connections to the affected fittings. * Refit/repair the hanging GU10 downlight and retaining mechanism. * Check that the existing connectors and wiring are safe and correctly terminated. * Replace any simple fittings/components if necessary. * Test all affected lights and leave everything safe and working.

Tarek thank you so much for your help today. I can recommend you highly to anyone needing your help.

Paint railing and gate

£300

Woodford Green, Greater London, IG8

30th Aug 2026

Prepare the wrap around garden railing prior to painting it. Same for two front gates. One gate photo is enclosed but note there are two which need to be painted please. Wire brush followed by sanding followed by degrease/wash then 1 coat primer 2 coats paint applied.

Garden gate provision and fitting

£175

Long Eaton, Derbyshire

29th Aug 2026

New garden gate needed along with installation of side bars etc. Measurements are standard 180x90 cms. Need something similar as per photo attached(brown-arched). Currently the black gate is off the wall as attached in the photos.

Put up baby gate

£50

Woodmansterne, Surrey

29th Aug 2026

Put up a baby gate at the bottom of the stairs

Fit 3 x Child Safety Gates

£100

West Ealing, Greater London, W13

8th Aug 2026

I’m looking for an experienced handyman to professionally install 3 child safety gates at my home in W13 (West Ealing). The gates are already purchased and supplied: * 1 x fixed/screw-mounted child safety gate * 2 x retractable child safety gates All gates need to be securely and neatly fitted, with the appropriate fixings for the walls/frames. Requirements: * Experience fitting child/baby safety gates * Own tools and appropriate fixings (I have gate fixings) * Secure, level installation * Check all gates open, close and lock correctly * Ideally experience with retractable gates * Please allow enough time to ensure the installations are properly secure Please quote your price and confirm your experience with fitting child safety gates.

Very effective communicator and clean tradesman

Repair/Fix Broken Wooden Side Gate & Fence Panel

£70

Hornchurch, Greater London, RM11

13th May 2026

Looking for someone experienced with fence/gate repairs to fix a damaged wooden side gate/fence panel. The gate/fence has collapsed and is leaning heavily. Likely needs: * Re-securing or replacing support posts/brackets * Straightening and securing the fence panels * Fixing the gate alignment so it opens/closes properly * Bringing your own tools/materials if needed Would prefer someone who: Has experience with fencing/gate repairs Can assess whether repair or partial replacement is best Can complete the job properly and securely, not just a temporary fix Please include: Your quote Availability Whether materials are included

Ray was great, would hire again

Fix Fence and Build a Gate

£10

Chafford Hundred, Essex, RM16

24th Apr 2026

Fix fence, damaged due to wind and also build a gate that leads into the forest from garden Measurements for the gate are approximately width: 120cm height: 200 I have no materials

Ray did an excellent job, would highly recommend

Install Toddler Stairgate

£40

Guildford, Surrey, GU1

22nd Apr 2026

Install Cuggl Baby Stair Gate – Guildford Town Centre – Thursday 23rd April Looking for someone experienced to install 1 baby stair gate at the bottom of our stairs. Details: * Pressure fit gate * Fitting between wall to wall / architrave * Slightly awkward fit due to skirting boards / uneven spacing * We already have the gate, fittings and tools ready * Would like someone who has fitted stair gates before and can ensure it is secure and level Location: * Guildford town centre (full postcode provided in listing) Date: * Thursday 23rd April preferred

a good fast job executed to a good standard

Plumber to I nvestigate leak from kitchen sink

£60

Balham, Greater London

11th Apr 2026

There is a slow leak coming from the kitchen sink which I don’t know how to fix and would like some help from a plumber.

Efficient, punctual and fixed the problem quickly.

Handyman needed for shelves, coat rack and baby gate fixes

£75

Whitton, Greater London

11th Apr 2026

Looking for a reliable handyman to help with a few small jobs around the house. Should be quick and straightforward for someone experienced. Tasks include: - Re-fixing an IKEA coat hanger that has come off the wall - Re-securing two IKEA floating shelves that are currently hanging at an angle - Fixing a baby gate on the stairs so that it closes and functions properly All tools and fixings will likely be needed. Walls may require proper re-anchoring for a secure finish. Flexible on timing but would prefer this completed as soon as possible. Please let me know your availability and any questions.

Very friendly and knowlegeable

Front gate mended

£100

Dartmouth Park, Greater London

10th Apr 2026

Our front gate is in need of some TLC. Not looking for a full restoration - just basic mending! We have the missing panel to hand.

Lovely man who did a lovely job!

Recent Automatic Gates tasks

I need someone to install an automatic gate at our house.

£75

Altrincham, Greater Manchester, WA14

11th May 2025

I have an automatic gate set that needs to be installed at our house on the gates in the driveway. I am unsure on how to do it. I would like some help on it.

Automatic gate- nice oltre 1824- install opening kit and program

£500

South Kensington, Greater London, SW7

23rd Apr 2023

I have a small gate (about 2 meters large, 2 meters tall). Opening system oltre 1824 by nice I would need someone to program the opening kit and install it. I also have a set aprimatic (apro color varia 230 V) to open a window. This needs to be installed as well. - Due date: Flexible

Recent Timber Gates tasks

Fit a key lock on a timber gate

£75

Pembury, Kent

2nd Jan 2026

Install secure double-sided lock on wooden garden gate I need an experienced locksmith or gate fitter to install a proper lock on a wooden garden gate, allowing the gate to be opened securely from both inside and outside (key/handle or thumb-turn). Requirements: • Professional, clean installation – no bodges • Lock must be secure, well aligned, and not open by itself • Fixings must be strong and properly secured into the wood • Gate should close and latch smoothly with no rattle • Final result should look neat and well finished Notes: • Existing latch and bolts can be removed and replaced • Photos show the current setup Looking for someone experienced who will do this properly and permanently.

Build a timber gate

£2,500

Beckenham, Greater London, BR3

19th Aug 2025

Custom made timber hinged garage doors removing and replacing old existing structure

8ft timber gate to be hung

£150

Hadleigh, Suffolk

19th May 2024

An already purchased 8ft timber gate, to be hung/fitted into brickwork,across a driveway that sits between two detached houses. Ironmongery also needs fitting to gate