- A clearview sliding gate runs sideways along the fence line, so it needs no space in front of the opening.
- It suits most driveways and is the simplest gate to automate.
- Compare quotes for the gate, the track or cantilever system and the motor.
Opening width and space beside it are the two measurements that matter.
Compare QuotesMeasuring for a Sliding Gate
- Opening width. Measure between the posts or walls at the narrowest point.
- Space beside the opening. You need a clear, straight run of fence at least as long as the gate, plus room for the gate to overlap its stops.
- Height. Usually matched to the fence.
- Obstructions. Trees, electricity boxes, steps or a bend in the wall in the run-back space stop a sliding gate.
Ground Conditions
A tracked gate needs a level concrete strip for the rail. Sand, leaves and loose paving clog tracks and wear wheels. Where the ground slopes across the opening or collects sand, a cantilever gate, which hangs from rollers on posts beside the opening, avoids a ground track.
Operating Systems
| System | Suits | Trade-off |
|---|---|---|
| Tracked | Level concrete driveways | Cheapest; track needs keeping clean |
| Cantilever (trackless) | Sand, slopes across the opening, busy sites | Needs more side space and costs more |
| Manual | Low use, budget jobs | You open it by hand; can be automated later if built for it |
| Automated | Daily use, security, convenience | Motor, rack, safety beams and battery add cost |
Automation
Most sliding gates on homes use a 500kg-class motor; heavy or busy gates need a heavier-duty unit. Ask for battery backup, safety beams and anti-theft brackets. More on clearview gate automation.
Ballpark Prices
| Item | Ballpark price | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Manual sliding gate | R6,000 - R15,000 | Supplied and fitted |
| Automated sliding gate, about 4m, Western Cape | R18,000 - R45,000 | Installed |
| Sliding motor kit, 500kg class | R6,000 - R8,400 | Supply only |
| Heavy-duty sliding motor kit | R11,900 - R12,300 | Supply only |
| Motor installation labour | R2,500 - R5,000 | Labour |
| Backup battery | R300 - R580 | Supply |
| Safety beams | R750 - R1,500 | Supply or fitted |
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
- Gate width and weight.
- Tracked or cantilever.
- Concrete work for the track or footings.
- Motor rating and accessories.
- Removal of an old gate.
Cape Town Considerations
Wind-blown sand is the main enemy of tracked gates near the coast and on sandy plots. Ask for a raised or easily cleaned track, sealed rollers and a coated motor housing on coastal sites.
What to Include in Your Enquiry
- Opening width and length of clear space beside it.
- Driveway surface and any slope.
- Manual or automated.
- How often the gate opens each day.
- Photos of the opening and the run-back side.
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.
Compare the track or cantilever system and the motor model, not only the total.
Send one enquiry through Clearview Fencing Cape Town and compare quotes from relevant local providers.
Sliding Gate Questions
How much space does a sliding gate need beside the opening?
At least the width of the gate, plus a little extra for overlap at the stops, in a straight clear line.
Can a sliding gate work on a sloping driveway?
A slope along the driveway is usually fine. A slope across the opening is harder and may suit a cantilever gate.
Tracked or cantilever?
Tracked is cheaper on level concrete. Cantilever avoids a ground track and suits sand and uneven ground.
Can my existing sliding gate be replaced with clearview?
Usually, if the track and posts are sound. The motor may need adjusting for the new weight.
What if the power goes off?
A motor with a charged backup battery keeps working for a number of cycles, and motors normally have a manual release.
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