While gates are incredibly good at keeping a space safe, adding value to a property and making a place look luxurious, they don’t always operate at their best. With time and the negligence of maintenance, a gate can encounter some pretty rough issues that affect the overall functionality (and safety) of a gate.
Luckily, most of these issues can be fixed with the help of professional swing gate operators. If you’re curious to hear about the most common gate issues and how to fix them, our team at Techno Gate GTA is here to help. To learn more, continue reading below.
Gate Won’t Close or Open
While there can be many reasons as to why a gate will not close/open, most of the reason why this happens is due to a power problem like an outage. If an outage did not occur and didn’t affect the gate, then it’s best to look at a gate’s motor/control panel to see if there are any malfunctions. In most cases, this process will require a professional to ensure the job is done right.
Faulty Remote
When your remote that you use to open your gate stops working, the cause is usually dead batteries. If you replace the batteries to your remote this will usually solve the problem. If you replace the batteries and the remote is still not working, it is likely an issue with the remote and its internal components. In this case it is best to replace the remote entirely.
Worn Out Track
Tracks are the components of a gate that keep it on track. These can become worn down as time goes by. If this happens and you notice your gate isn’t opening/closing as smoothly (or at all), it’s time to check if the tracks are the problem. If they are, you should hire a professional to have them replaced/looked after.
Pests
Gates will usually open and close based on the sensors being triggered within the system. If these sensors are blocked by insects, birds, rodents and other types of pests, however, the gate can begin to fail. Make sure these spaces where the sensors are located are clear.
How We Can Help
When you want gate assistance in the Greater Toronto Area, our team at Techno Gate GTA is here for you. With years of experience working on all types of residential and commercial gates, we know how to install these devices correctly and safely for maximum effectiveness. To learn more about our sliding gate installation in King City, be sure to call our team of gate professionals at (855) 747-4283 today!
