What does a gate motor cost in South Africa?
Last reviewed: 15 October 2026 · We review and update this guide regularly to keep prices current.
A residential sliding gate motor, supplied and installed, is published from about R6,000 to R11,500 in 2026. Heavy gates, swing gates and extras like safety beams and anti-theft cages push the price higher.
Published prices
Figures below come from ServiceLink SA's gate motor prices, Ultimate Fencing's Cape Town pricesand Local Pros' 2026 gate motor prices.
| What you pay for | Published range | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Centurion D5 Evo sliding, installed | R8,350 – R11,500 | ServiceLink SA (Mar 2026) |
| ET Drive 600 sliding, installed | R7,350 – R9,500 | ServiceLink SA (Mar 2026) |
| Centurion D10 (heavy/commercial), installed | R14,950 – R20,000+ | ServiceLink SA (Mar 2026) |
| Light domestic sliding, supply & install (Cape Town) | R6,000 – R10,000 | Ultimate Fencing (Feb 2026) |
| Swing gate motor, excl. installation | R7,700 – R16,500 | Local Pros 2026 price list |
Prices are indicative and usually include VAT — always get a written quote for your property.
What pushes the price up
- Gate weight. Heavier gates need stronger, higher-cycle motors such as the D10.
- Gate type. Swing gates need arms and depend on pillar layout, often costing more than sliding.
- Track condition. A gate fighting a bad track wears the motor; fixing the track adds cost.
- Power and extras. Electrical supply to the gate is often quoted separately, as are safety beams, rack, trenching and anti-theft cages.
Before you say yes
- Ask whether the price includes the electrical supply to the gate — it is often extra.
- Check what the kit includes: remotes, battery, rack and base plate.
- Ask for an anti-theft bracket or cage if motor theft is common in your area.
- Ask about the warranty on the motor and on the installation separately.
- Compare quotes for the same brand and model.
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