- A clearview pedestrian gate gives walk-in access without opening the driveway gate.
- The choices that matter are width, lock type and whether it links to an intercom.
- Compare quotes for the gate alone or with the fence.
Tell us the opening width and how you want to lock and open it.
Compare QuotesWhat It Involves
The gate frame is filled with the same mesh as the fence and hung on a strong post. Installers fit a lock box or lock, a stop, and often a self-closing hinge or closer. Electric locks need cabling back to a power supply and the intercom.
Where It Suits
- Homes, beside the driveway gate.
- Office and retail entrances.
- School and estate pedestrian entrances.
- Pool enclosures, where the gate must self-close and self-latch. See clearview pool fencing.
Locking Options
| Lock | Suits | Trade-off |
|---|---|---|
| Lock box with mortice lock | Most homes | Key needed from outside; box must be out of reach through the mesh |
| Electric strike or magnetic lock | Intercom and access control | Needs power and backup |
| Padlock hasp | Utility gates | Cheap, less convenient |
| Keypad or tag reader | Businesses, schools, estates | Higher cost, audit trail |
Intercom Integration
An audio or video intercom at the gate can release an electric lock from inside the house or office. Plan cable routes before the fence goes in, or use a wireless or GSM unit. For motorised vehicle gates and access control, see clearview gate automation.
Passage Width
Most pedestrian gates are around 0.9 - 1.2m wide. Allow a wider clear opening if wheelchairs, prams, wheelie bins or deliveries need to pass through.
Ballpark Prices
| Item | Ballpark price | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Clearview pedestrian gate | R2,500 - R6,000 | Installed |
| Intercom | From about R550 (audio) or R3,000 (video) | Supply only |
| Electric lock and cabling | Quoted with the gate | Depends on distance and power |
Ballpark figures, not quotations. Indicative 2026 ranges from published South African fencing price guides and retailer listings, excluding VAT unless stated. Most are national or Gauteng figures, so Cape Town quotes can land higher or lower. A site visit and a written quote set the actual price.
What Affects the Price
- Width and height.
- Lock and closer type.
- Intercom and cabling distance.
- New post or reuse of existing.
- Finish matching the fence.
Cape Town Considerations
Electric locks and intercom panels near the coast need weather-rated, corrosion-resistant housings. A power cut should not lock people in or out, so ask how the lock behaves without power.
What to Include in Your Enquiry
- Opening width and height.
- Lock type you want.
- Intercom: new, existing, audio or video.
- Distance to the house or office for cabling.
- Whether it must self-close.
How Comparing Quotes Works
- Send one enquiry. Describe the job, the property and your suburb.
- Providers respond. Relevant independent providers covering your area contact you to ask questions, visit or quote.
- Compare and choose. Compare specification, inclusions, timing and price, then appoint whoever suits you, or nobody.
Ask how each quoted lock behaves in a power cut.
Send one enquiry through Clearview Fencing Cape Town and compare quotes from relevant local providers.
Pedestrian Gate Questions
How wide should a pedestrian gate be?
Around 0.9 - 1.2m for most homes. Go wider for wheelchairs, prams or bins.
Can a pedestrian gate link to my intercom?
Yes, with an electric lock or strike wired to the intercom, if the intercom supports it.
Can it be self-closing?
Yes, with spring hinges or a closer. Pool gates must also self-latch.
How do I stop people reaching through to open it?
Use a lock box and keep handles and releases out of reach from outside.
Can it be added to my existing clearview fence?
Usually, if matching mesh and finish are available and a strong post can be fitted.
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Clearview Fencing Cape Town is a free quote-comparison service. Supply, installation and repair work is quoted and carried out by independent providers, and your agreement is with the provider you appoint. Ask each one for a written, itemised quote, what is and is not included, and their payment terms before paying anything.
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