"Derek Geldard" wrote in message
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On Fri, 16 Nov 2007 11:17:43 -0000, "diy-newby" wrote:


Both gates would have 5 lever locks installed.


If normal domestic 5 lever mortice locks are used (They are on mine)
they can be exposed to more weather than if morticed into a door that
closes into a frame and are not designed for this. A more traditional
method would be a substantial sliding bolt secured with a padlock
which can be as secure as you want to pay for.


All ironwork is galvanised and ready painted. Price I got quoted was £700
(this includes all the fitting).

Is this a good price?


I am sure a wooden gate / fence would be no more than £200, would give me
more privacy but not so sure about the security.

In Leeds a local joiner charged me £250 for 6 hours labour only just
last week.

£250 for 6 hours labour only, Jeesh did he have a gold saw or something? I
live in Leeds and have several joiner (trained) mates and they only charge
in the region of £150 for an 8 hour day

To make up and fit custom set of gates + fencing, inc. fittings £700
wouldn't appear to be robbery.

I know there is no way to stop any unwanted visits but as a deterrent what
do you think is best?

They might be able to just hop over your gates / fence / back hedge
but they can't do it carrying your telly. Normally they won't come in
unless they are can see an unimpeded exit route so securely locked
gates are a deterrant. Padlocks and chains are also very noisy when
roughly handled.

Saxons, Topcliffe Lane, Tingley, Morley Leeds, LS27 0HL

Tel: 0113 252 7165 make most (?) of the gates fitted by jobbing
tradesmen in South Leeds.

They don't make the ones my brother fits, he does! If the OP replies to my
earlier post I will pass on his details.

HTH

John