Gate anti-theft cage installation & security upgrades Sunninghill

It is a heavy-gauge steel enclosure bolted over the gate motor and anchored into the plinth, usually with security bolts or welded fixings. It stops thieves from simply unbolting the motor or cutting it free, while still allowing the gate to operate and the pro to service it.

They make a big difference. Gate motors are often stolen in under two minutes because they are only held by a few bolts. A well-fitted cage turns that into a noisy, time-consuming job with cutting tools, which is usually enough to make thieves move on. Combining a cage with a tamper alarm and good lighting is the most effective approach.

Common add-ons include anti-lift brackets that stop the gate being lifted off the track, tamper or vibration alarms wired to the motor, a lockable manual release, a GSM or app-based alert when the motor is opened, and relocating the motor to the inside of the property line. Your pro can advise which combination suits your gate.

Most cages are made to suit popular models such as Centurion D3, D5 and D10, ET and Gemini motors, and custom cages can be made for others. The motor plinth needs to be solid enough to anchor the cage, so a pro will check the base first. It's always worth getting a professional assessment for your Sunninghill home.

A standard cage is a fraction of the price of replacing a stolen motor, with fitting done in an hour or two. Custom-made cages and alarm add-ons cost more. It is worth checking whether your household insurer offers any benefit for having one fitted.