- A clearview swing gate opens on hinges, as one leaf or a pair.
- It suits openings with no space beside them for a sliding gate.
- Clearance, slope and strong posts decide whether a swing gate will work well.
Tell us the opening width and how much space there is behind the gate.
Compare QuotesSingle or Double Leaves
| Type | Suits | Trade-off |
|---|---|---|
| Single leaf | Narrower openings and pedestrian-plus-vehicle gates | Long leaf needs a big clear arc and a strong post |
| Double leaf | Wider driveways | Two smaller leaves, less arc each, but a centre stop and two hinge posts |
Opening Clearance
Each leaf sweeps an arc as wide as the leaf. Parked cars, steps, walls and garden beds inside that arc stop the gate. Gates normally open into the property, not over a pavement or road.
Slopes
On a driveway that rises from the gate, an inward-opening leaf hits the ground before it opens fully. Options include rising hinges, a shorter leaf, levelling the driveway, or choosing a sliding gate instead.
Hinges and Supporting Posts
- Hinges. Heavy-duty, adjustable hinges allow for settling and keep the leaf level.
- Posts. Hinge posts carry the leaf's full weight on one side, so they need a heavier section and deeper footing than line posts.
- Stops and drop bolts. Double gates need a centre stop and drop bolts to hold the fixed leaf.
- Locking. A lock box or automated lock that cannot be reached through the mesh.
Automation
Swing motors fit to the post and leaf, one per leaf. Slopes, wind and long leaves make automation harder, so ask providers to check this on site. More on clearview gate automation.
Ballpark Prices
| Item | Ballpark price | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Manual double swing gate | R7,000 - R18,000 | Supplied and fitted |
| Swing motor kit, single leaf | R8,250 - R11,000 | Supply only |
| Swing motor kit, double leaf | From about R16,000 | Supply only |
| Motor installation labour | R2,500 - R5,000 | Labour |
| Backup battery | R300 - R580 | Supply |
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
- Leaf width, height and weight.
- Single or double leaves.
- Post size and footings.
- Slope correction.
- Motors, stops and locks.
Cape Town Considerations
A large mesh leaf still catches gusts in a south-easter, so good stops and hold-open catches matter. Coastal hinges and motor arms need a coating system that suits salt air.
What to Include in Your Enquiry
- Opening width and gate height.
- Clear depth behind the gate for the leaves to swing.
- Whether the driveway rises or falls from the gate.
- Single or double, if you know.
- Manual or automated, and photos.
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.
Check that each quote includes the hinge posts and footings, not only the leaves.
Send one enquiry through Clearview Fencing Cape Town and compare quotes from relevant local providers.
Swing Gate Questions
When is a swing gate better than a sliding gate?
When there is no straight space beside the opening for a gate to slide into.
Can a swing gate open outwards?
Usually not over a pavement or road. Ask the provider what is allowed at your property.
My driveway slopes up from the gate. Will a swing gate work?
Possibly, with rising hinges or shorter leaves. A sliding gate may be simpler.
Why do swing gates sag?
Undersized posts, weak hinges or settling footings. Heavier posts and adjustable hinges prevent it.
Can swing gates be automated?
Yes, with one motor per leaf. Long leaves, slopes and wind make it harder.
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