Steel Gates for North West properties
Homeowners and businesses in North West use steel gates to finish off palisade, clear view, mesh and wall boundaries. Gate makers in North West can measure the opening, build the gate to size and hang it, with a motor if needed.
Want to know more first? Our steel gates guide explains specifications, finishes and what affects the price.
Who needs fencing in North West
In North West, platinum mines, smelters and contractor yards around Rustenburg and Brits are major buyers of palisade and razor wire perimeters. Maize and cattle farms across the province need stock fencing, diamond mesh and farm gates, and game farms near the Pilanesberg and Madikwe areas use game fencing. Homes, townhouse complexes and estates in Rustenburg, Potchefstroom and Klerksdorp add palisade, clear view and electric fences. Hard, rocky ground in places means posts are often set in concrete or drilled footings.
Typical steel gates requests in the area come from:
- Mining: mines fit heavy-duty gates at access control points and stores
- Farms: farmers hang steel gates at the homestead and yard entrances
- Homes: homeowners fit driveway and pedestrian gates in boundary walls and fences
- Game reserves: lodges fit heavy gates at the main entrance and staff areas
- Estates: estates install main entrance and service gates at the gatehouse
- Industrial: factories install wide steel gates at truck entrances and yards
Steel Gates specifications
| Types | Single swing, double swing, sliding, pedestrian |
|---|---|
| Typical widths | 1 m pedestrian, 3 m to 6 m driveway |
| Frame | Square tube, round tube or flat bar |
| Infill | Bars, palisade pales, weldmesh or diamond mesh |
| Finish | Hot-dip galvanised, painted or powder coated |
| Options | Gate motor, intercom, lock box, drop bolt |
Why request a steel gates quote in North West?
Fencing rates in North West depend on the length and height of the fence, the material, the number of gates and the ground it goes into. A written quote for your actual boundary is the quickest way to know what you will pay, and it shows exactly what is included.
What to include in your request
- The width and height of each opening
- Swing, sliding or pedestrian gate, and the infill style you want
- Galvanised, painted or galvanised and powder coated
- Whether you need a gate motor, intercom or lock box
- Photos of the opening, the posts or pillars and the driveway slope
The more detail you give, the more accurate your quote will be.
Areas served near North West
Contractors on our network work throughout North West, including Rustenburg, Klerksdorp, Potchefstroom, Mahikeng, Brits, Lichtenburg. For remote farms and sites, mention access and travel in your request so the quote includes them.
Frequently asked questions
How much does steel gates cost in North West?
It depends on the length and height of the fence, the material and finish, the number of gates and the ground conditions. Supply only costs less than a fully installed fence. Submit the form and a contractor serving North West will send you a quote for your boundary.
How soon can a fence be installed in North West?
Many contractors can measure up within a few working days in the main centres of North West. Installation time depends on the length, the ground and whether materials are in stock, so mention your deadline in the request.
Do I need permission to put up a fence in North West?
Most standard boundary fences do not need plans, but walls, very high fences and electric fences may have municipal or regulatory requirements, and estates often have their own rules. Your contractor can advise for North West, and you should check with your municipality or body corporate before work starts.