Why Winter Servicing Matters
❄️ Cold can slow motors & stresses gears
🌧️ Moisture can cause photocell faults & false triggers
🧊 Ice can block movement or force gates off alignment
⚠️ Safety edges/sensors can stop working properly
💸 Breakdowns & emergency call-outs spike in winter
Engineer Tip:
“Most of the breakdowns we attend in winter could have been prevented with a proper service. Gates work hardest in cold weather, this is when they need the most care.”
— CM Gates Engineer Team
FOR HOMEOWNERS
Make sure your gate is safe and reliable before the cold weather — especially when family, guests or deliveries are visiting.
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Smooth, quiet movement
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Avoid stuck gates during frost
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Keep kids, pets & cars safe
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Fix slow or noisy operation
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Peace of mind before the festive season
*Perfect if your gate hasn’t been serviced in 12+ months
FOR BUSINESS SITES
Reliable access is essential for staff, deliveries and site safety — especially in winter.
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Stay BS EN 12453 compliant
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Reduce downtime & access delays
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Prevent photocell/sensor failures
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Improve site safety
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Avoid winter-related breakdowns
*Ideal for industrial estates, schools, car parks & logistics sites
What’s Included in a Winter Service
✔ Motor, gearbox & arm inspection
✔ Lubrication of hinges & bearings
✔ Photocell cleaning & alignment
✔ Safety edge testing
✔ Control board inspection
✔ Gate structure assessment
✔ Full engineer condition report
✔ Winter care tips specific to your gate
A Quick Note About Older or Unserviced Gates
If your gate hasn’t been serviced in a while, it’s normal for issues to show up during servicing. If it comes to that, our engineers will explain anything important and you will receive a repair quote, which you can choose to proceed with whenever you’re ready.
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