Business Details
39 Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Gate & Door Automation Solutions in Bournemouth
Established in 1987, Openings has built a reputation as a trusted provider of automated access solutions across Bournemouth, Dorset, and Poole. As a family-run business, we prioritise personalised service while combining technical expertise with a commitment to safety and innovation. Our team of trained engineers specialises in designing, manufacturing, and installing bespoke automated gates, garage doors, barriers, and access control systems for residential and commercial clients.We adhere to rigorous safety standards, including CSCS, EN16005, and UKCA compliance, ensuring all products meet British and European regulations. With over three decades of experience, we offer comprehensive aftercare, including maintenance, repairs, and 24/7 emergency support, solidifying our position as industry leaders in automation technology.
Services
Gates
Garage Doors
Automatic Doors
Barriers & Bollards
Servicing & Repairs
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- Family business with 34 years of dedicated gate automation expertise
- Bespoke solutions tailored to residential and commercial security needs
- Full compliance with CSCS, EN16005, and UKCA safety standards
- Comprehensive aftercare including 24/7 emergency repair services
- Engineers trained in advanced automation and access control systems
Associations and certifications
- CSCS
- EN16005
- CE
- UKCA
- Gate Safe
What people say
First class service
Engineer was courteous
Bill was less than quoted
Services
Automated Gates
Custom-designed automated gates for residential and commercial properties, available in timber or metal. Our solutions include swing, sliding, and industrial gates with integrated access control. We also retrofit automation systems to existing gates, ensuring enhanced security and convenience while adhering to strict safety standards.
Garage Doors
Bespoke garage doors in sectional, roller, up-and-over, and side-hinged designs. We supply and install durable manual or automated options with weatherproofing features. Our team also provides repairs, servicing, and automation upgrades for existing doors, including VAT-exempt options for eligible customers.
Automatic Doors
Tailored automatic sliding or swing doors for commercial spaces, compliant with disabled access regulations. Constructed from powder-coated aluminium with advanced safety sensors and access control integration. We specialise in shop fronts and healthcare facilities requiring reliable, high-traffic entry systems with ongoing maintenance support.
Barriers & Bollards
Durable car park barriers and security bollards with custom access control systems. Options include keypad entry, biometric scanners, and remote operation. Designed to withstand harsh weather while preventing unauthorised access to private or commercial premises across Bournemouth and Dorset.
Servicing & Repairs
Regular servicing and emergency repairs for all automated access systems. We offer 3-12 month maintenance contracts and stock spare parts for rapid 24-48 hour repairs. Our engineers service all major brands and provide safety inspections to ensure ongoing compliance with industry standards.
Questions
Do you offer emergency repair services for automated gates?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency call-outs for urgent gate and door repairs.
Can you automate existing garage doors?
Yes, our engineers can retrofit automation systems to most existing garage doors.
Are your products compliant with UK safety standards?
All installations meet CSCS, EN16005, and UKCA compliance requirements.
Do you serve areas outside Bournemouth?
We cover Dorset, Poole, and surrounding regions for installations and repairs.
Is VAT exemption available for disabled customers?
Yes, we offer VAT exemptions for chronically sick or disabled individuals upgrading garage doors.
Reviews (5)
David Bowen
Oct 31, 2020
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Positive:Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
A very prompt and efficient friendly company with high standards of work. Highly recommended
A very prompt and efficient friendly company with high standards of work. Highly recommended
David Slade
Oct 04, 2020
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A pair of automated heavy wooden gates adjoining a listed building. Not the most straightforward job but they provided a full solution at a competitive price and delivered a great product. Cannot speak more highly of them. Thanks Openings. David S
Jim Carlton
Jun 30, 2020
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Openings offered me the choice of a new door or repairing the current one, which they did really quickly and expertly. Great service, competitive prices, best garage door company in the area.
Lyn Heron
Jun 09, 2019
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I recommend this company for their prompt, efficient and courteous service. Our garage door was broken and Openings said they could send an engineer the next day. Within a few minutes of arriving, the friendly engineer had fixed the problem before I could offer him a cup of tea. And the bill was much lower than anticipated. It was a pleasure dealing with Openings, who gave a service without any hassle or inconvenience.
Dave Christie
May 11, 2019
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Draw your own conclusions but this is my experience with Openings. Their website did not contain the info I was looking for such as gate designs or lead times to manufacture, so I visited the shop three Saturdays ago. The lady in the shop could not answer my questions and did not appear to know a great deal. I was informed that I needed to speak with David Makeham who was away that day. She took my details to give to him and said he would call the following Monday. I asked to see a brochure, there were none available. I was told that Openings do not make gates and they used independent fabricators
