Common questions

Yes. Send photos, rough measurements and a few details, and Jules will quote from those for free, wherever you are. In the Horowhenua he will also come out to measure and quote at no cost. If you are further afield and would like a site visit, give Jules a call to talk it through.

A few photos of the opening or area, rough measurements, and any ideas you have for the style and colour. The more detail the better. You can attach photos on the quote form.

Every gate is made to order, so the price depends on its size and style, decorative panels, posts, automation and installation. Jules quotes each job so you know the cost up front.

Yes. Jules can build to your measurements or drawings and send your gate anywhere in New Zealand, ready for your own installer. If Jules works with one near you, he can put you in touch.

Aluminium does not rust or rot, and powder coating keeps it looking good with little more than a wash now and then. It is also lighter than steel, which is easier on hinges, wheels and gate motors.

Gates and panels are powder coated, and there are many colours to choose from. Charcoal, black and white are common, and colours can be matched to your joinery or fence.

Yes. Pick a design from past jobs, bring your own idea, or send a drawing.

Sliding gates suit short or sloping driveways and places where there is no room for a gate to swing open. Swing gates suit wider, flatter driveways and rural entrances. Jules will talk you through what works best for your site.

Yes. Sliding gates can be built to suit sloping driveways. Tell Jules about your driveway when you get in touch.

Yes. Send a few photos of your fence and house and Jules can match the style and colour, or make matching fence panels at the same time.

Jules recommends metal posts where the existing ones are old, loose or out of plumb, because timber moves and twists over time. He can supply 100 × 100 mm aluminium or galvanised steel posts, powder coated to match.

Jules recommends a 10 mm gap between slats so the wind can pass through. Louvres also let air through while giving full privacy.

Corten is a weathering steel that develops a rust-coloured surface layer. It is designed to rust but not rust away, and its warm look stands out against dark aluminium.

Yes. Jules works with a skilled designer who can convert a photo or image into a file that can be laser cut. Send it through with your quote request.

Yes. Tell Jules the size, what you will carry and how you will use it, or send a drawing, and he will quote to build it.

Often, yes. Cages, A-frames, kayak cradles and H-bars can be made to fit. Send photos and measurements of your trailer.

Yes. Aluminium is ideal for boat trailers because it does not rust after launching in salt water.

Yes, anywhere in the North Island. Pick-up from Levin is free.

Yes. Jules can make to provided drawings, or work the design out with you from a sketch or photo.

Yes. Get in touch with what you need and Jules will let you know if he can help.

Yes. Send a few photos and a description of the problem and Jules will let you know whether it can be repaired.

If the frame is sound, a repair is usually the cheaper option. If a gate is badly damaged or was poorly built, a new one can be better value over time. Jules will give you an honest opinion.

For motor and electrical faults, Jules can put you in touch with the gate-automation electrician he works with. Jules looks after the gate itself.