The boundaries to our homes can be customised in a myriad of ways, helping us to create an abode that feels both comfortable and secure. Whether you’re relandscaping your front garden, paving your driveway, or clearing leaves from your drainage system, any effort you put in will help to boost curb appeal and transform the feel of your property.
As such, a new gate installation can quickly uplift and elevate your home, particularly if you choose to invest in a modern, automated option. Automatic driveway gates protect your home from unwanted visitors whilst improving the aesthetic quality of your entrance. Many also come with additional safety features designed to prevent misuse, as well as smooth electronic controls that make daily access more convenient.
Read on to find out more about how automated gates can improve home security, with a look at the additional benefits and features of these installations.
Security Benefits of Automatic Gates
Many homeowners choose to install an automated driveway gate in order to improve their home security. This is especially important for large homes or properties in isolated areas, where a secure entrance point can help you to feel safer in your property.
Some of the key ways that these gates can boost security are discussed below:
General Deterrent
As with any security feature, automatic gates can help to deter criminal activity simply by being installed. Any opportunists passing by your property are likely to view a steadfast gate as reasonably impenetrable, meaning that efforts to break in will not be worthwhile. As such, your gate may not even experience attempts to force the locking mechanism.
Privacy
Many homeowners view privacy as part of their security requirements. This is because a house concealed from watchful eyes generally feels safer, where particularly tall borders and gates can also work as a deterrent. A new automatic gate will usually be taller and broader than a traditional installation, providing a more comprehensive screen to your daily activities.
Access Control
Most automated gate installations come complete with an access control system, helping you to monitor who comes onto your property. This could be in the form of a keypad system or a mobile operated lock, where these kinds of devices are usually more secure and steadfast than traditional manual locks.
Monitoring Technology
As many automated gate installations are designed to improve home security, they often come with additional surveillance features. You may be able to opt for a CCTV installation that records the area approaching and around your gate, helping to ensure that only authorised personnel can access your property.
We can install electric gates with both above and below ground components, so you can choose the design that works best for your site conditions. Beyond this, you can select a bespoke driveway gate that operates on either a swinging or sliding mechanism, allowing you to choose how you want to access your property.
At Valley Gates, we’re proud to offer complete electric gate solutions in timber, steel and wrought iron, where we will handle every step of the installation process on your behalf. You can also further adapt your gate installation with a wireless intercom or a keypad access point for additional security and convenience.
Get in touch to find out more about how our gate specialists can assist you.
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