Gate Not Closing Properly
A garden gate that drags on the ground, does not latch, or swings open on its own.
What Is Causing This?
- 1Gate hinges dropped causing the gate to sag
- 2Gate post leaning or rotting
- 3Gate swollen from moisture making it too large for the opening
How Urgent Is This?
This is a cosmetic issue. It is not causing damage and can be addressed in your own time.
What Needs to Be Done
A fencing specialist will adjust or replace hinges, plane or trim the gate if swollen, straighten the gate post, and fit a new latch or catch if needed.
How Much Will It Cost?
National average estimate
Labour: £57 – £163 | Materials: £47 – £210
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Ask a QuestionHow to Prevent This
Use heavy-duty hinges rated for the gate weight. Treat the gate and post with wood preservative. Adjust hinges and latches seasonally.
Related Problems
Other Fencing Specialist Problems
One or more fence panels have blown out of position or fallen flat during strong winds.
Fence posts that are soft, crumbling, or breaking at ground level where they enter the soil.
The fence is leaning noticeably to one side along part or all of its length.
A fence damaged by branches falling from a tree, roots lifting the posts, or the trunk pushing against the fence.