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Recent Gate Installation reviews
Great service from Jeffrey. Efficient, knowledgeable, punctual and friendly. Resolved the task at hand with ease. All around a fantastic service, I would highly recommend!
Investigate, fix and/ or replace cooker extractor & bathroom extractor
£120
Thank you for fixing/re-hanging/aligning our metal gate. It’s working perfectly now! Really impressed.
Need our front gate re-hanging, new bolt and aligning so it will close
£150
Thanks Jimmy
Mould/ damp specialist needs to investigated issue in flat
£100
Great service from Barrie .. coms were fab and quality of work brilliant. Would recommend and will use again.
Attach stair gate to wall
£40
Tyronne was brilliant. Super efficient and friendly, would recommend! Thank you!
Investigate why plug socket isn’t working and fix it
£40
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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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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
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
Mount art & clock, chance toilet seat, install cat gate, build bed
£40
Goose Green, West Sussex
28th Oct 2026
Bed Cat gate Toilet seat Clock/art mount
Alleygate
£800
Mayfield, Greater Manchester
27th Oct 2026
I need this opening as a gate as double for to get car in etc
Install stair gates and fix bookshelf to wall
£50
Leftwich, Cheshire
27th Oct 2026
3 x stair gates and tall bookshelf to be secured to the wall. Other jobs available.
Put up baby gates
£20
Temple Hill, Kent
27th Oct 2026
I need a baby gate mounted to the wall
Remove metal gates from driveway
£70
Heaton Chapel, Greater Manchester
26th Oct 2026
We have two metal gates on each side of the driveway which we never use. I’d like to have them removed alongside a metal pipe which is used to tie one back. I’d also like the metal connected to each concrete pillar removed as well.
James was great to work with and I’d recommend.
Garden gate - replace
£200
The Hyde, Greater London
26th Oct 2026
Measure for a garden gate, and frame if necessary, then install once we've ordered and received delivery. The image with lighter planks is how the gate currently is - we need to strengthen the post properly. £200 inc materials and labour depending on gate ordered.
Assemble and install child safety gate at top of staircase.
£60
Furzedown, Greater London, SW17
26th Oct 2026
I have a new child safety gate that needs simple assembly and installation. To be installed at the top of the staircase which means one side will be screwed into the wall (brick/concrete) and the other side into wood (balustrade). The airtasker will need to bring their own drill, masonary and wood brill bits.
Broken corrugated plastic covering as part of an extension
£100
Belfast, County Antrim
26th Oct 2026
Need a new plastic corrugated covering as part of an extension roof.
Fix back gate and fence pannels the wind has taken some out
£100
Beasley's Ait, Surrey
25th Oct 2026
My back gate needs a new wooden bit of timber to support as starting to show age. In doing so the fence pannel as come adrift. With the wind and rain another fence pannel is bowed and has blown through
Supply and fit x2 baby gates
£100
Sunderland, Tyne and Wear
25th Oct 2026
measure sizing of baby gates required at top and bottom of stairs. supply & fit please.
Build a gate
£100
Oscott, West Midlands
24th Oct 2026
Back gate frame built and gate installed
Gate post changed
£80
Paddock Wood, Kent
24th Oct 2026
My gate post has snapped and I can’t get the remainder of the post out and the concrete. I need someone to dig it out and change it for a new wooden post and concrete in. Thank you
Floating shelf put up and stair gate unscrewing and removing
£50
North Kelvin, City of Glasgow
23rd Oct 2026
Shelf put up and stair gate removing
Brilliant . Really pleased with the job
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
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