Services · East London & Eastern Cape
Steel Gates Made & Installed in East London
Custom steel security gates, driveway gates and automation.
- Free site visit
- Fixed, itemised price
- 7+ years on the tools
- Warranty-backed work
We design, fabricate and install custom steel gates — driveway gates, pedestrian gates and security gates — finished and primed to handle the salt-laden coastal air without early rust.
An installation service, not a shop. We supply the materials as part of a job we do for you — we don’t sell steel gates or materials over the counter.
Gates can be supplied with motorised automation, and we work to match new gates with existing walls, palisade fencing or balustrading.
Automated gates need correctly sized motors and working safety sensors for the gate's weight and usage — we size this to the gate itself rather than fitting an undersized motor that struggles or wears out early.
What's Included
What our steel gates service covers
- Custom driveway and security gates
- Pedestrian and side gates
- Gate automation/motorising
- Palisade and fencing integration
- Anti-corrosion priming and finishing
Our Approach
Why Homeowners Choose Elite Home Finishes
- 01
Every gate is fabricated to your exact opening and matched to existing walls or fencing, not supplied as a generic standard size.
- 02
Automation motors are sized to the gate's actual weight and usage, rather than fitting an underpowered motor that wears out early.
- 03
Anti-corrosion priming and finishing is standard on every gate we build, given how hard salt air is on unprotected steel here.
Your Options
Options & Finishes to Choose From
- 01Driveway gates
- Swing or sliding steel gates fabricated to your opening width, with or without automation.
- 02Pedestrian & side gates
- Smaller gates matched in style and finish to the main driveway gate or existing fencing.
- 03Automation
- Motorised opening with safety sensors, sized correctly to the gate's weight rather than a generic one-size motor.
- 04Palisade & fencing integration
- New gates tied into existing palisade fencing or boundary walls for a consistent look and secure perimeter.
How We Work
How Your Project Runs, Step by Step
- 1
Site visit & design
We measure the opening, assess existing walls/fencing, and discuss swing vs sliding and automation needs.
- 2
Honest quote
A clear quote covering fabrication, installation, finishing and automation if required.
- 3
Fabrication & installation
The gate is fabricated to the exact opening, primed and finished, then installed and aligned correctly.
- 4
Automation & hand-over
Motors and safety sensors are fitted and tested if automated, with a walkthrough of operation and any maintenance advice.
Cost Guide
Steel Gates: Typical Costs in East London
A single manual swing gate from around R8,000. Motorised double gates typically R22,000 – R55,000+ depending on width and motor brand.
What moves the price
- →Gate width and height
- →Manual swing vs motorised sliding
- →Design and bar pattern complexity
- →Motor brand, warranty and backup battery
- →Post installation and primer finish
Worth knowing: Coastal salt air damages unprotected steel. We prime and finish correctly for East London and coastal conditions.
These are indicative ranges based on jobs we quote across East London and the surrounding Eastern Cape, to help you budget before you call. Every project is bespoke — the final figure depends on your site, materials and scope, and we give you a fixed, itemised quote after a free on-site assessment.
Planning Your Project
What Affects Cost & Timeline
We go through each of these at the free site visit, so the quote reflects your actual job.
- Gate type — swing gates suit most driveways; sliding gates suit narrower spaces or sloped driveways where a swing arc won't clear.
- Automation — adds motor sizing, safety sensors and wiring to the project; we size this to the gate's actual weight.
- Existing fencing/walls — tying a new gate into existing palisade or walls affects fabrication and installation detail.
- Finish — anti-corrosion priming and finishing is essential for steel gates given coastal salt-air exposure.
No surprises
What you can count on before you spend a cent
7+ years on the tools
Our team has been building and installing for over seven years — you're not paying for someone to learn on your home.
Free site visit
We come to you, measure properly and talk it through, then send you a written quote. No call-out fee in East London suburbs, and no obligation.
Fixed, itemised price
Every material and labour line is written down before work starts, so the price you approve is the price you pay.
Warranty-backed work
Our workmanship carries a warranty, and manufacturer warranties on materials and products are passed on to you at hand-over.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
A single manual swing gate starts from around R8,000 installed. Motorised double driveway gates typically run R22,000 – R55,000+ depending on width, bar pattern complexity and motor brand. Width and automation are the two biggest cost drivers — a wider opening needs a heavier frame and a stronger motor, not simply more steel.
Answer 01
How much does a steel gate cost in East London?
A single manual swing gate starts from around R8,000 installed. Motorised double driveway gates typically run R22,000 – R55,000+ depending on width, bar pattern complexity and motor brand. Width and automation are the two biggest cost drivers — a wider opening needs a heavier frame and a stronger motor, not simply more steel.
Answer 02
How much does a 3m sliding gate cost in South Africa?
A 3m sliding steel gate with automation generally falls between R18,000 and R32,000 installed, depending on design, motor brand, and whether the track and posts need new concrete footings. We size the motor to the gate's actual weight and daily usage rather than fitting the cheapest unit that technically moves it — undersized motors are the most common reason automated gates fail early.
Answer 03
Can you automate an existing manual gate?
In most cases yes — we assess the existing gate's weight and condition and fit a motor and safety sensors suited to it.
Answer 04
What safety features come with an automated gate?
Safety sensors and obstruction detection are standard on any automation we fit, so the gate stops or reverses rather than continuing to close against an obstruction.
Answer 05
How long does gate fabrication and installation take?
A custom steel gate typically needs to be fabricated to your exact opening before installation, so timelines depend on design complexity — we'll give you a realistic schedule once the design is signed off.
Answer 06
Do you repair or service existing gate motors?
Yes — we can assess and repair faulty gate motors and safety sensors on existing automated gates, not only fit new ones.
Clients Often Add
Often Done in the Same Project
Electric Fencing →Add an electric fence across the wall and gate line to finish the perimeter.
Carports →Gate and carport are often built at the same time — same posts, same concrete pour, one mobilisation.
Paving →A new gate and new driveway paving complete the whole entrance in one project.
Outdoor Lighting →Gate lighting improves security and finishes the entrance — wire it in during the gate installation.
Electrician in East London →Power to the gate motor, intercom and outside lights, wired by our registered electrician.Service Area
Steel Gates Across East London & Surrounds
We work on steel gates throughout East London and every suburb and town within roughly 60km — from the coast through to King William's Town, Bhisho and Berlin.
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Get your free, itemised quote
Tell us what you have in mind. We'll visit, measure, and give you a fixed, line-by-line price — no obligation, no call-out fee in East London.