Electric swing gate
Check the hinges, the post and the arm brackets first
What we check
Hinges, post and arm brackets
Manual and electric gates
Sagging gate repair for metal and metal-framed gates
Is your gate dragging, missing the latch or straining its motor? Gate Fixers fix sagging manual and electric gates across London and the Home Counties.
5.0
from 41+ Google reviews
£150
Standard call-out, first hour included
No Fix, No Fee
Minimum £50 attendance charge applies
Insured
Gate Fixers engineers
Why act now
A sagging gate only gets worse
Every month, its weight pulls harder on the post, the hinges and the track. We find the cause and fix it. Your call-out fee includes the first hour of repair work.
Not sure what is wrong? Describe what the gate does and send a photo if you can, or call 0785 104 6581. Already stuck? See our emergency gate repairs.
Know the cost first
Prices at a glance
Standard call-out
£150
First hour of repair included
Emergency attendance
£250
Open or close a stuck gate
Each extra hour
£60
After the first hour
Replacement parts
Extra
Priced first, fitted only with your approval
Major works
Custom quote
A clear quote before work starts
We are not VAT registered, so there is no VAT to add. Full details are in our pricing section below.
Manual gates
Manual gate sagging
A manual gate hangs on its hinges and post. When either one slips, the gate drops.
Metal gates are heavy. Metal-framed wooden gates weigh more than they look. Small movements add up fast.
Signs your manual gate is sagging
- The latch end scrapes the ground.
- The gate no longer lines up with the catch.
- The gap under the gate is wider at the hinge end.
- You have to lift the gate to close it.
What causes it
- A hinge post that has loosened in its footing
- Worn hinges or pins
- A frame that has dropped out of square
- A cracked weld where the frame joins
- On sliding gates: worn wheels, a bent track or guide rollers out of line
What we do
We check the post first, then the hinges, then the frame. Order matters. A gate re-hung on a moving post will sag again within weeks.
We repair metal gates and metal-framed wooden gates. We do not repair gates made only from timber.
Electric gates
Electric and automatic gate sagging
A gate motor is built for a level gate. A sagging gate makes it work harder than it should.
The extra load wears the motor, the arm or ram, and the gearbox faster.
Signs sagging is stressing your electric gate
- It slows down or stops part way.
- It reverses when nothing is in the way.
- It grinds or strains as it moves.
- It stops short of closed, or will not lock.
- The safety sensors no longer line up.
A safety warning
Never turn up the motor force to push through a sag. That setting is part of the gate’s safety system. Turning it up hides the fault and puts people and cars at risk.
Electric sliding gate
Check the wheels, the track and the drive rack
What we check
Wheels, track, guide rollers and rack
We fix the structure first. Then we check the limits, the force settings and the sensors.
A new motor will not cure a sagging gate. We only suggest one when the motor is the real fault. See our gate motor repairs and electric gate repairs pages, or our guide to repairing or replacing a gate motor.
The whole gate
Why a sagging leaf harms the whole gate
The leaf is the heavy panel that opens and closes. Every other part exists to hold it, guide it or move it.
When the leaf drops, each of those parts takes more load than it was built for.
Swing gate
Hangs from the hinge post like a lever
What goes wrong
The top hinge pulls out, the bottom hinge pushes in, the post leans and the footing can crack
Sliding gate
Rides on wheels and a track
What goes wrong
One wheel takes most of the weight, the track wears, the guide rollers bind and the drive stops meshing with the rack
What happens if you wait
The damage spreads from part to part.
- A hinge repair becomes a post repair.
- A track adjustment becomes new wheels and a new track.
- On an electric gate, the motor fails sooner.
- At worst, the gate jams open or shut, or the leaf drops.
Regular gate servicing is the best way to catch a sag early.
Want to know the common faults on electric gates? Read our guide: 8 Most Common Electric Gate Problems & Our Repair Solutions.
Our process
How Gate Fixers fix a sagging gate
We repair first and replace later. Most sagging gates do not need a new gate. They need the right cause found and fixed.
Step 3
We find the cause
Post, hinges, frame, wheels, track. On electric gates, the motor and sensors too.
Step 4
We fix it
We realign and re-hang the leaf. We replace worn hinges, wheels or rollers where needed.
Step 5
You approve any parts
We never order parts without your yes.
Step 6
We test the gate
It should open, close and latch freely. On electric gates, we test the sensors and safety features before we leave.
Simple pricing
Clear pricing for sagging gate repair
You will know the cost before anyone picks up a tool.
| Service | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Standard call-out | £150 | Attendance, inspection, diagnosis and up to one hour of repair |
| Emergency attendance | £250 | An engineer to open or close a stuck gate, or secure your property |
| Extra labour | £60 an hour | Each extra hour after the first, on complex repairs |
| Replacement parts | Charged separately | Only supplied with your approval |
| Major works | Custom quote | A clear quote before work starts |
We are not VAT registered, so there is no VAT to add to these prices.
Which one do you need?
- Standard call-out suits most sagging gates.
- Emergency attendance is only for opening or closing a stuck gate, or securing your property when a sagging gate has fallen or will not move. We aim to attend within 24 hours of a confirmed booking, depending on your location. It is not a repair. For the repair, we make a new booking at standard repair pricing: the £150 call-out, plus £60 for each hour after the first.
Parts and major works
Parts cost extra. We tell you the price first. Nothing is ordered until you say yes.
Major works get a custom quote. That includes a new hinge post, a full re-hang of a heavy leaf, or repairs after a vehicle knock.
No Fix, No Fee
If we cannot repair your gate, you do not pay the £150 call-out or the hourly labour. A minimum £50 attendance and assessment charge applies.
Why Gate Fixers
Why owners choose Gate Fixers
We only work on gates we know well: metal gates and metal-framed wooden gates.
That focus lets us name our prices up front and stand behind our repairs.
- We fix the cause, not just the symptom.
- We repair before we replace. If a repair will not last, we say so.
- Our prices are clear and listed on this page.
- If we cannot fix your gate, you do not pay the call-out fee or hourly labour.
Our customers rate us 5.0 from 41+ Google reviews. You can read four of them below.
Learn more about Gate Fixers.
Meet Raf
Raf (short for Rafal) has more than 15 years of experience repairing and installing gates. He also helps us with fence and railing repairs.
| Office hours | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday to Friday | 8am to 8pm |
| Saturday | 9am to 6pm |
| Sunday | 10am to 4pm |
Call us on 0785 104 6581 during these hours, or leave us your contact information and we will get back to you.
Need emergency attendance? Call us right away, at any time, on 0785 104 6581.
Our customers
What customers say
Rated 5.0 from 41+ Google reviews.
★★★★★
Outstanding. I have a gate more tempermental than a hormanal teenager that evenutally stopped working and Raf came and within the hour totally sorted it. It ran smoothly for months and months ....but...my bad...totally my fault... naughty step for me...I didn't follow his intructions to clean the track and it got stuck this morning. I…
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Outstanding. I have a gate more tempermental than a hormanal teenager that evenutally stopped working and Raf came and within the hour totally sorted it. It ran smoothly for months and months ....but...my bad...totally my fault... naughty step for me...I didn't follow his intructions to clean the track and it got stuck this morning. I couldn't manually open it and I couldn't get the car out for the school run during a tube strike! Ahrrrrghhh. Within the hour he was there and yet again - total hero - he sorted it. Massive relief.
He needs to be first on everyones emergency call when your gate is experiencing problems. I couldn't recommend him more highly. Trustworthy, reliable, knowledgeable and instills confidence strightaway. Utter professional and even though it's raining, the day is looking brighter by the fact that he has fixed my gate with my car trapped behind it. If only everything in life was fixable with just one call away.....
★★★★★
Raf turned up within a few hours of contacting him. He was extremely knowledgeable & professional and was able to fix our defective electric gates. Very happy with the service and would thoroughly recommend.
★★★★★
Excellent service Emergency call out on a Sunday and fixed quickly. Would highly recommend
★★★★★
Raf went ‘above and beyond’ in helping to find a sensible solution to our old gates problem and has very reasonable rates and will not ‘rip you off’ - I would recommend
More ways we can help
Related gate repair services
A sag often comes with other faults. These are the services our customers book most.
Electric gate repairs
Diagnosing electric gates that stall, reverse or will not respond.
Know moreGate motor repairs
Fixing a faulty motor before replacement is considered.
Know moreEmergency gate repairs
Priority attendance to open or close a stuck gate.
Know moreGate servicing
Regular checks that catch wear and a sag early.
Know moreWant to know more? Read our guides:
Where we cover
Areas we cover
We repair sagging gates across London and five Home Counties. Our starting point is from Aylesbury.
London
Buckinghamshire
Berkshire
Hertfordshire
Oxfordshire
Bedfordshire
Not sure if we cover your postcode? Call 0785 104 6581 and we will tell you straight away. In Buckinghamshire? See Gate Repair Buckinghamshire or Gate Repair Aylesbury.
FAQs
Sagging gate repair questions
How much does sagging gate repair cost?
Our standard call-out is £150 and includes up to one hour of repair work. Extra hours cost £60 each. Replacement parts are charged separately, and major works get a custom quote.
What does the £250 emergency attendance cover?
It covers opening or closing a stuck gate, or securing your property when a sagging gate has fallen or will not move. It is not a repair. For the repair, we make a new booking at standard repair pricing: the £150 call-out, plus £60 for each hour after the first. See emergency gate repairs.
Do you repair wooden gates?
Only if they have a metal frame. We work on metal gates and metal-framed wooden gates. We do not repair gates made only from timber.
Can you repair a sagging electric gate?
Yes. We fix the sag, then check the motor, limits, force settings and sensors. We work on swing and sliding gates. See our electric gate repairs and gate motor repairs pages.
What if you cannot fix my gate?
You do not pay the £150 call-out or the hourly labour. A minimum £50 attendance and assessment charge applies.
Do I pay extra for parts?
Yes. Replacement parts are charged separately. We tell you the price first and only order with your approval.
Can you replace the gate instead?
We repair first. If a repair will not last, we tell you honestly and explain the options.
What happens if I ignore a sagging gate?
The weight shifts to the post, hinges, track and motor. Each one wears faster. A small repair can become a big one, so book a visit as soon as you see a sag. Gate servicing is the best way to catch a sag early.
Get a quote
Get your gate back level
A gate that drops a little today costs more to fix next month. Tell us what is happening and send a photo if you can. Our standard call-out is £150, and the first hour of repair is included.
No Fix, No Fee. Clear pricing.
Company
GATE FIXERS UNITED KINGDOM LIMITED
Company number 16702253
Registered office
119 Aston Clinton Road, Weston Turville, Aylesbury, England, HP22 5AB
Phone
Opening hours
Mon to Fri 8am to 8pm
Sat 9am to 6pm
Sun 10am to 4pm
Gate Fixers repair sagging metal and metal-framed wooden gates across London and the Home Counties.
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