Our Services
Our Services: Specialist Gate Automation & Security
Welcome to Owl Access Ltd, your trusted provider of professional electric gate services. We specialise in the design, installation, and maintenance of high-quality automated entry systems. From upgrading residential driveways to deploying high-security commercial perimeters, our tailored solutions ensure safety, reliability, and modern convenience for every property.
We combine industrial-grade reliability with domestic elegance, ensuring your property is secure, convenient, and visually stunning. From bespoke new installations to upgrading existing manual gates, we provide the “Gold Standard” in gate automation.
Residential Gate Installation
Your driveway is the first thing people see. We make sure it leaves a lasting impression.
We specialise in transforming residential entrances with high-quality automation. Every home has unique requirements, which is why we offer a consultative approach to find the perfect fit for your driveway.
Bespoke Swing & Sliding Gates: Whether you have a grand sweeping drive or a space-constrained urban entrance, we design systems that maximise your layout.
Automation Conversions: Love your current gates but hate opening them in the rain? We can automate almost any existing manual wood or metal gate.
Premium Hardware: We use whisper-quiet, high-duty motors from industry leaders like Nice, DEA, and Beninca, ensuring years of trouble-free operation.
The “Tidy” Guarantee: As a family-led business, we respect your home. Our installations are clean, our cabling is discreet, and we leave your property exactly as we found it.
Commercial & Industrial Solutions
High-performance security for high-traffic environments.
We bring our technical precision to the commercial sector, providing robust perimeter security for business parks, industrial units, and multi-occupancy residences.
Heavy-Duty Automation: Systems designed for high-frequency “cycles” (constant opening and closing) without overheating or failure.
Enhanced Site Security: Integration with palisade fencing, anti-climb measures, and high-speed operators to keep your assets secure.
Traffic Management: Automated barriers and bollards to control vehicle flow and parking access.
Smart Access Control for Electric Gates
Total control over who enters your property, from anywhere in the world.
We install the “brains” of your gate system, moving beyond simple remotes to offer modern, secure access solutions tailored to your lifestyle or business needs.
For Homeowners:
Smartphone Intercoms: See and speak to visitors via video and open the gate from your phone, even if you’re not home.
Vehicle Detection: “Exit loops” that detect your car and open the gate automatically as you approach from the inside.
For Businesses:
Keypad & Fob Entry: Secure, trackable access for staff and contractors.
GSM Systems: Open gates via a simple phone call, perfect for managing deliveries remotely.
Safety & UK Compliance
Safety isn’t an “add-on”, it is the foundation of every system we touch.
An automated gate is a powerful piece of machinery. At Owl Access Ltd, we ensure every installation meets strict UK safety legislation (BS EN 12453) to protect your family, pets, or staff.
Force Limitation: We calibrate motors to stop and reverse instantly if they encounter an obstruction.
Safety Edges & Photocells: Discreet infrared beams and pressure-sensitive edges that create a “safety net” around the gate’s travel path.
Safety Audits: If you have an existing system, we can provide a full safety risk assessment and upgrade it to modern legal standards.
Electric Gate Maintenance & Repairs
Protecting your investment and ensuring your security.
A neglected gate is a gate that fails. We provide proactive care to prevent breakdowns and rapid-response repairs when things go wrong.
Residential Maintenance: Annual “Health Checks” to lubricate moving parts, clear insects/debris from control boards, and test safety sensors.
Commercial Service Contracts: Scheduled intervals to ensure your business remains compliant and your gates stay operational 24/7.
Emergency Call-Outs: If your gate is stuck or damaged, our engineers carry a wide range of spares to get your security back online—usually on the very first visit.
Premium Aluminium Gates
Modern Elegance. Maximum Durability.
While wrought iron and timber have long been the standard, Aluminium gates are rapidly becoming the top choice for homeowners seeking a high-quality, long-lasting finish without the heavy maintenance. At Owl Access, we provide bespoke aluminium gate solutions that offer a perfect blend of security, style, and value.
Why Choose Aluminium?
Superior Finish & Durability: Our gates undergo a rigorous 7-stage pre-treatment and powder-coating process. This ensures the finish is resistant to the elements and guaranteed to hold its colour for years to come—no more repainting every few seasons.
Low Maintenance: Unlike timber, aluminium won’t rot, warp, or crack. Unlike iron, it is naturally corrosion-resistant, making it ideal for the British climate.
Lightweight & Efficient: Being lighter than traditional materials, aluminium gates put less strain on automation motors and hinges. This often leads to a more cost-effective installation and a longer lifespan for your gate’s electronic components.
Bespoke Designs: Whether you want a contemporary architectural look or a realistic wood-grain finish (using advanced sublimation technology), we can match the exact aesthetic of your property.
Incredible Strength: Using a “cold-weld” screw and polyurethane adhesive process, similar to that used in the prestige car industry, our aluminium gates offer exceptional structural integrity that is stronger than many traditional welded alternatives.
From traditional swing gates to space-saving sliding systems, let us help you design a low-maintenance entrance that provides the perfect first impression for your home without the constant upkeep of traditional materials.