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Recent Gate Installation reviews
Very efficient and helpful did an excellent job
Fitting and connecting a new AA Battery Holder into an electric gate
£50
Doug is very reliable person and knows how to solve the issue.
Safety gates fitted
£35
Josh turned up on time and completed the job perfectly. Would definitely use again!
Electrician needed to investigate why oven won’t switch on.
£25
Great communication from Lee. He also went above & beyond what was agreed to ensure that our side gate works efficiently. Would highly recommend!
Cement the base of a gate
£85
Eddy did a great job! Quick and easy to deal with!
Install our stair gate properly
£60
Andrew exceeded expectations! He's a man of few words (no faffing around) but has a smile on his face and such a nice guy. He's highly committed to the task at hand and works very hard. He was courteous and communication was perfect all along. More than happy to recommend him.
Paint my wicket gate and fence
£150
What's the average cost of a gate installation expert
£60 - £150
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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.
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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
Help with fixing 2 fence panels and a gate
£150
Bell Green, West Midlands
3rd Nov 2026
I need someon to fix 2 of my fence panels and a gate. I’m replacing the panels
Drilling baby gate into wall, repairing tap, fixing toilet flush unit
£50
West Kilburn, Greater London
3rd Nov 2026
handyman work. The 3 jobs are: - using a drill to securely screw a baby gate into the wall and bannister at the top of stairs. - replacing a tap on the sink. - reapplying the toilet flush unit on the toilet (the thing on wall above toilet which you press to flush has become loose - may need new unit?)
Repair top hinge on Front House gate.
£60
Balby, South Yorkshire
3rd Nov 2026
The bolts from the top hinge have come loose from brick wall. The gate needs to be restored to its normal open/close life.
On time, enthusiastic and knew exactly what to do! Thanks Jack
Put a Rim sash lock and knob set on back gate
£60
Oatlands, North Yorkshire
3rd Nov 2026
Need an EAI Rim Sashlock and knob set fitted (supplied) to back gate so we can get access to the property from the back if required.
Kitchen cabinets and outdoor gate
£50
Acton Green, Greater London, W4
3rd Nov 2026
Fix a couple of kitchen cabinets that don’t close properly and re-attach part of outdoor front-garden gate to wall.
Excellent work and service!
Cement the base of a gate
£85
Friday Hill, Greater London
3rd Nov 2026
The concrete at the base of our large outdoor gate has split so there is nothing to hold the gate securely in place. The concrete holds the gate pin in place. Please see photos.
Great communication from Lee. He also went above & beyond what was agreed to ensure that our side gate works efficiently. Would highly recommend!
Paint metal entrance gate and cream pillars
£300
Virginia Water, Surrey
2nd Nov 2026
Freshen up black metal entrance gate and cream painted pillars
I need my gate/fence fixed
£100
Carrickfergus, County Antrim
2nd Nov 2026
I need my gate/fence fixed
New side gate
£100
Branston, Staffordshire
1st Nov 2026
New solid wooden gate maybe new 6 foot tall post wall fixing
Paint Exterior Metal Gates & Canopy
£100
Snaresbrook, Greater London
1st Nov 2026
Clean, prepare and then paint with brush / roller, both sides of metal gates - there are 2 gates. Same colours as existing. 2 coats Varnish to porch canopy. All paint/ varnish & brushes to be provided
Back gate hinges loose want changed to open outwards
£150
World's End, Greater London
30th Oct 2026
Back gate bottom hinges have come loose Want hinges replaced and Moved So Gate opens outwards instead of inwards
Very pleased recommend Very efficient
Investigate a leak behind the toilet and under the bath
£200
Heaton Chapel, Greater Manchester
30th Oct 2026
Need investigating urgently. Behind toilet & under the bath.
Fitting small outdoor front gate
£150
Burnley, Lancashire
30th Oct 2026
I need a small outdoor gate fitted.
Refit gate hinge to external wall
£100
Temple Mills, Greater London
29th Oct 2026
Our front gate has come away from the wall at the bottom hinge. I was fixed into the grout, which has broken away, so we’re got sure it needs filling or if the whole gate needs to be rehung
Install stairgate on the stairs
£20
Irlams O' Th' Height, Greater Manchester
28th Oct 2026
I have two baby gates that needs fixing 1 on top of the stairs and one below the stairs. Because of how my stair walls are angled, extra baton may be needed to balance out the gate- this is what I think
Gate repair
£120
Streatham Vale, Greater London
22nd Oct 2026
*Replace rotten gate post and rehang original 1930s gate* The original metal gate at the front of our 1930s house has come off its post because the post has rotted. The post is screwed into the brick wall, and isn't set in concrete. We’re looking for someone to remove and replace the rotten post, then securely rehang and realign the existing gate. We’d like to retain the original gate rather than replace it.
Did a brilliant job replacing a rotten gate post and rehanging our gate - great communication, punctual, polite and had everything he needed to crack on. Thanks so much!
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
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