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The blog: repair-van knowledge, written down
Everything here comes from installation and repair work across Surrey — component lifespans from our service logs, troubleshooting sequences we talk owners through by phone, and honest brand comparisons. No filler, no press releases; if an article wouldn't help a gate owner make a better decision, it doesn't get published.
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2026-05-12How Long Do Electric Gates Last? Component-by-Component Lifespans2026-04-08Electric Gate Not Working? A Safe Troubleshooting Sequence2026-03-19Gate Force Testing Explained: What the Meter Measures and Why It's Law2026-02-10CAME vs BFT vs Nice vs FAAC: Gate Automation Brands Compared2026-01-22Do Electric Gates Add Value to a Property? The Surrey Evidence2025-11-18Winter Gate Maintenance: The Pre-December Checklist2025-10-07GSM vs Video Intercom for Gates: Which Should You Fit?2025-09-02Do Electric Gates Work in a Power Cut? Backup Options Explained
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