Gate motor installation cost, made clear.
Compare starting prices, see what a standard installation includes, and choose a motor that suits your gate and daily use.
Serving Pretoria and surrounding areas · Sliding and swing gates · Written quotations
For a domestic gate motor supplied and installed, depending on the selected kit and your gate’s condition.
Approximately R950–R2,500
Quoted separately where needed
These are guide figures. Request a written quote for your property.
Plan your budget before you book.
These installed examples come from our published gate motor price guide. They help you compare options. Stock, gate condition and site requirements determine your final quote.
DTS Expert 500
Installed guide price for a domestic sliding gate within the model’s stated 500 kg capacity.
- Motor, battery and two remotes
- 4 m rack and anti-theft bracket
- Standard installation
Centurion D5 Smart+
Installed guide price for a residential sliding gate within the model’s stated 500 kg capacity.
- Motor, battery and two remotes
- Base plate, 4 m rack and bracket
- Standard installation
Centurion D10 Smart+
Installed guide price for larger or more frequently used sliding gates. Suitability requires assessment.
- Motor and battery setup
- Base plate, 4 m rack and bracket
- Standard installation
Prices may change. Confirm stock, VAT, the exact kit contents and all additional work on your written quotation. The published guide lists power cable and conduit separately.
What happens during installation?
We check the gate before choosing a motor. A gate that drags or binds can damage even a correctly sized operator.
- Assess the gate and powerCheck the track, wheels, stops, alignment, opening length, daily use and power supply.
- Choose the right kitRecommend a motor, battery, rack, mounting hardware and controls for the site.
- Install and configureMount the motor, align the rack, set travel limits and program remotes.
- Test and hand overCheck operation, safety features and manual release, then explain everyday use.
Ask for these details on your quote
- Exact motor model and supplied parts
- Rack length and material
- Battery and number of remotes
- Power cabling and electrical work
- Safety beams or smart controls
- Any gate repairs required
- VAT, warranty terms and final installed price
Why two gates get different quotes.
Gate size
Longer or heavier gates require a suitable motor and may need more rack.
Daily traffic
A busy complex entrance has different demands from a family driveway.
Gate condition
Worn wheels, damaged tracks and poor alignment should be corrected first.
Power distance
Long cable runs, trenching or electrical changes add materials and labour.
New or replacement
A replacement may reuse suitable parts. A new setup needs complete hardware.
Safety and access
Beams, intercoms, extra remotes and smart controls affect the total.
More installed price examples.
We work with sliding and swing gate automation. The correct choice depends on your gate and how often it opens.
| Motor | Installed guide price | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| Gemini 7 Ah slider | R7,850 | Lighter domestic sliding gates |
| Gemini 12 Ah slider | R8,350 | Domestic sliding gates |
| Centurion D3 Smart+ | R8,350 | Smaller sliding gates |
| Centurion D6 Smart+ | R10,950 | Larger domestic sliding gates |
| Centurion double Vantage 500 | R19,250 | Two-leaf swing gates |
These are advertised examples, not fixed quotes for every property. A site assessment confirms the suitable system and full installation scope.
Frequently asked questions.
Can I supply my own motor?
Yes, if the motor and kit are suitable. Ask us to check compatibility before buying. Installation labour is quoted separately.
Is the power connection included?
Confirm this on your quote. Cable length, conduit and electrical work may add to the price.
Do I need safety beams?
They help prevent the gate closing when the beam is interrupted. We can quote compatible beams for your entrance.
Can you replace an existing motor?
Yes. We first check whether the existing rack, wiring and mounting are suitable to reuse.
What warranty applies?
Our site states a two-year manufacturer warranty on newly supplied products and a 12-month workmanship warranty. Confirm the terms on your quote.
How do I get an accurate quote?
Send your suburb, gate photos, approximate width and existing motor model. A site assessment confirms the final scope.
Show us your gate. Get a clear quote.
Send photos on WhatsApp or call us. We’ll explain the suitable options and installed total before work begins.
Gate motor prices compared.
These are the installed prices shown in our 2026 gate motor price guide. Choose a motor based on your gate’s size, condition and daily use. A site assessment confirms the right model and final cost.
| Brand and model | Installed guide price | Gate type |
|---|---|---|
| Centurion D3 Smart+ | R8,350 | Sliding |
| Centurion D5 Smart+ | R9,650 | Sliding |
| Centurion D6 Smart+ | R10,950 | Sliding |
| Centurion D10 Smart+ | R19,750 | Sliding |
| Centurion D20 Smart+ | R21,950 | Sliding |
| Centurion double Vantage 500 | R19,250 | Double swing |
| Centurion R6 rotary | R11,850 | Swing |
| Gemini 7 Ah | R7,850 | Sliding |
| Gemini 12 Ah, 12 V | R8,350 | Sliding |
| Gemini 24 V 600 | R8,950 | Sliding |
| Gemini 24 V Complex Smart | R13,350 | Sliding |
| Gemini solar kit | R21,950 | Solar sliding |
| Gemini pedestal, single master | R9,850 | Swing |
| DTS Expert 500 | R6,350 | Sliding |
| DTS Elite 600 | R7,350 | Sliding |
| E.T. NiceDrive 500 | R8,350 | Sliding |
| E.T. Drive 1000 | R21,950 | Sliding |
Prices include the motor kit and standard installation according to our published gate motor price guide . They can change without notice. Power installation is listed separately on that page at R55 per metre for cable and conduit. Confirm stock, kit contents and the complete price in a written quote.