Openings

Had an engineer out from openings to fix a recurring problem with our gate which was only resolved temporarily. Mistakes can happen, hence we asked openings back again to reassess. The second engineer also mis-diagnosed the cause of the error before arranging a quote of recommendations circa 6k to update our gate system. We sought a second opinion from another company who demonstrated the problem and rectified it within minutes - it was absolutely nothing to do with what Openings advised. Disappointed but Paul was very professional and keen to try and resolve any concerns we may have had.

Thanks Openings. Our gates were damaged by accidentally being driven in to. Within ten days you have visited, carried out an assessment, sent a quote and today you have carried out the repair which was quite extensive. It was expertly done by James who services the gates bi-annually in an efficient, pleasant and courteous manner and they are now working very well again. Thank you Openings.

Openings offered me the choice of a new door or repairing the current one, which they did really quickly and expertly. Great service, competitive prices, best garage door company in the area.

A very prompt and efficient friendly company with high standards of work. Highly recommended

A pair of automated heavy wooden gates adjoining a listed building. Not the most straightforward job but they provided a full solution at a competitive price and delivered a great product. Cannot speak more highly of them. Thanks Openings. David S

Had an issue with our gates (15 years old supplied by a business no longer around), called up Openings to see if they could help but during covid-19 this wasn't possible, the lady who answered suggested the problem could be with the start-run capacitors, swapped them and all back and running! Amazing that the person picking up the phone is so knowledgable and helpful, many thanks and will be making sure I come to you for future needs and business.

Thank you and your engineer for fixing our gate motor. It was much appreciated especially how you all worked through the Covid 19 restrictions. An absolutely first class service from the top to the bottom. Well done guys.

Draw your own conclusions but this is my experience with Openings. Their website did not contain the info I was looking for such as gate designs or lead times to manufacture, so I visited the shop three Saturdays ago. The lady in the shop could not answer my questions and did not appear to know a great deal. I was informed that I needed to speak with David Makeham who was away that day.

She took my details to give to him and said he would call the following Monday. I asked to see a brochure, there were none available. I was told that Openings do not make gates and they used independent fabricators. It was suggested that I find pictures of gates I liked and to send them to Openings. They would then source a fabricator. I also noticed that the price list on the wall was dated 2016, when I pointed this out it was just laughed off.

So I waited over three weeks till eventually the engineer called me to arrange a survey. Once on site he immediately told me that a sliding gate couldn't be installed on my driveway as it had a slight slope. They could only be installed on level ground so that would have to be addressed first. The prices given by the engineer were as follows; for a 5m x 1.5m steel gate would be 4000, the electric motor was 2000, the steel beam for it to run on was 1000 plus another 1000 to supply ancillary parts to meet safety regulations and an installation fee of 800.

So 8800 in total. My own research has identified custom gate manufacturers that can produce one the size and styke I want for around 1500 plus a motor system at 250 so I think I will try elsewhere.

I recommend this company for their prompt, efficient and courteous service. Our garage door was broken and Openings said they could send an engineer the next day. Within a few minutes of arriving, the friendly engineer had fixed the problem before I could offer him a cup of tea. And the bill was much lower than anticipated. It was a pleasure dealing with Openings, who gave a service without any hassle or inconvenience.

So pleased with the service received today from Gary, the engineer who came to fix an issue with the electronic locking mechanism on my automated gates. Bang on time, really polite and helpful, and just a genuinely nice guy. Fixed my gate, great service, and really happy to recommend. Thank you so much.

Openings installed automated steel gates for us. This involved groundworks, gate and motor installation and the electronic access setup. All works were managed very efficiently by Openings and the various trades involved did a fantastic job. We have no regrets using Openings and would definitely recommend them.