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

I need an electrician to investigate and repair two down lights

£150

Eddy did a great job! Quick and easy to deal with!

Install our stair gate properly

£60

Friendly, punctual and competent - did a good job.

Gate post needs fixing to wall

£100

David went the extra mile to make sure our stair gates were safe for my son. Good company too

Fit baby stair gates

£50

Ray completed the task successfully

Fit fence panels and make new garden gate

£100

Doug is very reliable person and knows how to solve the issue.

Safety gates fitted

£35

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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

New gate fitting

£100

Thurmaston, Leicestershire

14th Oct 2026

I need a proper gate fitting

To fit retractable stair gate inside balcony door

£70

Wimbledon Park, Greater London, SW19

13th Oct 2026

Needs drilling on both sides of the balcony door to fit retractable stair gate

Fitting baby stair gate

£20

Barlow Moor, Greater Manchester

12th Oct 2026

Unable to fit a wall mounted munchkin extendable stair gate

Install baby gate

£35

Brockley, Greater London, SE4

12th Oct 2026

I'd like you to install a baby gate at the top of the stairs between a wooden bannister and a what I think is a plasterboard wall. I have the screws that were supplied by the manufacturer, but I might need some cavity fixings or similar.

Outside gate latch needs repairing

£100

North End, Greater London

11th Oct 2026

Latch on lock needs adjusting as not catching in the lock Security risk until repaired

Need a handyman to install baby stairgates in our house

£100

Stoke Prior, Worcestershire

10th Oct 2026

Need a handyman to install a few stairgates in a house

Did a good job on the stair gates and baby safe fittings. Was happy with the work

Wooden small gate

£100

Chafford Hundred, Essex, RM16

10th Oct 2026

Change wooden foot gate with bricks

Build me a wooden back yard gate

£200

Free Town, Greater Manchester

10th Oct 2026

I need a back yard gate built and fitted. Current one is rotten and falling off

Access control automatic gate

£150

Cranbourne, Berkshire

10th Oct 2026

Need a technician to fix the automatic gate intercom which needs SIM card and programming

Align external iron door / gate

£100

Friern Barnet, Greater London

9th Oct 2026

The external iron door door not close / lock as not aligned. Alignment is required.

Knowledgable and very efficient.

Replace side gate broken lock

£100

Northwood Hills, Greater London

9th Oct 2026

I have a door handle on a garden side door that won’t turn or open you’re on the garden side. I’d like to replace the lock with a mechanical keyless lock. Willing to purchase lock myself or work with you on obtaining one. Budget is labour only.

Need new gates fitted with the gate provided

£200

Newton Heath, Greater Manchester

8th Oct 2026

Gate needs replacing right now it’s broken. Would need someone to provide the gate but also install it

Help installing a child gate

£40

Clapton Park, Greater London, E5

8th Oct 2026

My old child gate has broken , need help to install a new one as I am useless at anything DIY

Install a child gate

£40

Clapton Park, Greater London, E5

8th Oct 2026

It is very easy it is simply to install a child gate ,bought a new one the old one has broken

Front Garden Gate Post Replacement & Metal Gate Re-hanging

£40

Plaistow, Greater London, E13

16th Sep 2026

Looking for a handyman or carpenter to replace a rotted wooden gate post and re-hang an existing metal garden gate. Job Scope: Remove the existing rotted wooden post anchored to the concrete wall pillar. Supply and install a new treated timber gate post (approx. 33 inches / 84 cm long, 5 inches wide). Securely fix the new post into the wall/ground structure. Re-attach/re-mount the metal gate onto the new timber post using existing or new heavy-duty metal hinge brackets. Ensure gate swings freely and latches properly. Requirements: Must bring suitable tools, fixings, and materials (or state in offer if timber post needs to be supplied). Experience with timber, masonry fixings, and exterior gate installation.

I would recommend Karl, he carried out the task as I have requested.

Fit a screw-fixed stairgate

£80

Kensington, Greater London, W8

6th Sep 2026

Fit a screw-fixed stairgate. The gate is: Babydan Extending Wooden Wall Fit Safety Gate https://www.johnlewis.com/babydan-extending-wooden-wall-fit-safety-gate-fsc-certified-beechwood/p110221562 One side is the wall, and the other side will use an adaptor mounted on two spindles. The adaptor is: Fred Safety Universal Stair Post Fitting Kit (wooden, need to cut short) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CG9YCN2S Picture of the stairs opening is attached. We have another task which can be evaluated/done at extra: a Crosswater shower door DQSSC12X8+ is not installed properly and cannot close tight. I'm available on Mondays and Fridays, and maybe certain weekends. One parking available at the venue. Thanks.

Excellent job done! Very helpful.

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

Recent Automatic Gates tasks

Access control automatic gate

£150

Cranbourne, Berkshire

10th Oct 2026

Need a technician to fix the automatic gate intercom which needs SIM card and programming

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