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Recent Gate Installation reviews
Great work from James replacing our old lock. 5 stars
Fit lock on side gate
£100
Dee helped investigate a bit of a DIY mystery for me and even had the forethought to bring his plumbing colleague along with him. He was really polite and courteous and had lots of good ideas.
Unscrew cover and investigate floor vent
£60
A lovely new working fence
Supply and fit of garden back gate
£770
great job no problems
Install two baby gates
£30
Job well done and reliable!
- Bedroom Blind fitted - Art hung - 2 x Baby gates fitted
£150
Ray completed the task successfully
Fit fence panels and make new garden gate
£100
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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
Replace fence panels and gate
£350
Surbiton, Greater London, KT6
9th May 2026
I need someone to replace the back fences which is 2 panels and gate. The gate would need to have a lock with in it as it backs onto an alley. Total width is about 4.15metres
Remove old metal gate hinges from wall
£50
Nangreaves, Greater Manchester
9th May 2026
I’m moving to this house and the driveway entrance is narrowed by the presence of old gate hinges on the walls at the entrance. I need them removed, potentially by angle grinding them off.
Fitting garden gate
£80
Brockwell Park, Greater London
9th May 2026
Fitting new garden gate after the last one was damaged.
Paint my front door and gate
£250
Chad Valley, West Midlands
8th May 2026
Prepare and paint front door and surround. Prepare and paint the front gate. I have top coat. I need you to supply foundation coat.
Paint my front door and surround. Also wrought iron gate.
£250
Chad Valley, West Midlands
8th May 2026
I want my wooden front door painted. Also the wood frame. Also the wrought iron gate. I have top coats and would like you to supply the basecoat.
Spot welding a gate
£150
Shepherd's Bush, Greater London
8th May 2026
I need two pins welded back onto a gate so it can be repositioned onto it's hinge bracket
Install customer supplied gates & garage doors
£3,500
Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire
8th May 2026
I've purchased two sets of automated aluminium swing gates (with DEA motor) and 3 aluminium garage doors. I’m looking for a DHF-qualified installer to carry out a full professional installation This includes foundations, safety devices, and Declaration of Conformity. Happy to arrange a site visit.
Repair/Fix Broken Wooden Side Gate & Fence Panel
£70
Hornchurch, Greater London, RM11
7th 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
Need to install baby stairgate with wall mounts
£20
Beechdale, Nottinghamshire
7th May 2026
I need handyman who can drill into wall on one side and other side is wooden stairs post.its will be quick 2 minute job i also need drilling for two or three shelves in inwall closet that is alsp like 2 to 5 minutes job
Fix garden gate
£100
Higher Audley, Lancashire
4th May 2026
Metal garden gate repair: > - Gate is currently misaligned and not closing properly > - Supporting pillars have loosened and require re‑cementing > Looking for quotes and availability from experienced tradespeople.
Replace outside gate
£50
Kingshill, Wiltshire
4th May 2026
Replace outside gate and hinge
New Garden Gate
£100
Archway, Greater London
2nd May 2026
We need someone to pick up and fit a new garden gate today as someone vandalised our garden gate and we have a disabled child and need to secure the garden
Excellent work - so grateful because he really saved us at the last minute replacing our gate after someone vandalised it
Fix gate and add another latch lock
£160
South Croydon, Greater London
1st May 2026
Fix gate as lock do not align and gate get blown open
Re-secure detached wooden gate post to brick pillar
£80
New Found Pool, Leicestershire
1st May 2026
I need a handyman to re-secure a wooden gate post that has come away from a brick corner pillar. The post is still intact with its hinge plates attached, but the fixings have pulled out of the brickwork. The job involves reattaching the post securely to the brick pillar so that the gate can hang and function properly again. The job will likely involve drilling into brick and reusing the hinge fixings.
Amazing work. Good attention to detail and made sure we were satisfied with the job.
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!
Replace 3-4 corrugated roofing sheets on garage.
£150
Welling, Greater London
27th Jan 2026
Some of the roofing sheets on my garage are damaged and need replacing. There’s 8 sheets in total but only the front ones are damaged. Need the damaged ones removed and new ones nailed into place.
Nathan arrived on time and did the job perfectly. Will 100% use again for handyman jobs.
I need to install a lock on a metal gate.
£150
Wapping, Greater London, E1W
14th Nov 2025
The keys to the lock a metal gate of the property have been misplaced, and I need a new simple slide latch gate bolt installed on it. The gate is is metal/steel.
Shah was a great handyman, he sorted out locks for me on the gate, it took a while but he did it properly and got it done to full satisfaction in the end. Would recommend.
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