Upgrading or installing a brand-new gate entry system is the best way to secure your property and add a highly desired sense of convenience to your home.
When deciding on your new gate entry system, there are plenty of bells and whistles to choose from. Plenty of modern systems integrate WiFi capabilities, smartphone integration and video-calling intercoms. The right system for your home will depend on your budget and preferences.
For homeowners looking to install or upgrade their gate entry system, Easy Security Systems can provide you with the support and guidance you need to secure your home.
Benefits of gate access systems
The main purpose of a gated driveway is to protect your home or property and prevent burglars and unwanted guests from gaining entry. There are also plenty of additional benefits that come with gated driveways.
- Keep prying eyes away from your property
Gate access systems are extremely effective at distancing burglars from your home. Without authorised access, unwanted visitors are unable to peer through windows, canvas your locks, or peek into vehicles. This offers unmatched peace of mind combined with surveillance systems and security protocols.
- Complement the style of your home
Whilst driveway gates typically serve a highly practical purpose, this doesn’t mean they can’t be used to create a sophisticated aesthetic experience. For homes with traditional and modern stylistic elements, there is a range of gated options that can look incredibly stylish without creating an eyesore.
- Add value to your property
When it comes to selling your home, a gated driveway can increase the value and demand for your property, leading to a quick turnaround at a great price. The peace of mind and stylistic elements provided by a gate entry system will attract and interest buyers and can add an average of £30,000 to the value of your property.
- Control who enters your property
Without gated entry, our privacy can be interrupted by cold callers, scammers, deliveries, and unexpected guests. With an intercom entry system, residents can decide whether or not visitors are granted entry with the press of a button. This level of privacy and security is unbeaten.
Different Types
There are a variety of systems that you can use to protect your property that offers a range of features and entry methods. Your chosen system will depend on your budget and the facilities you desire. The following are three examples of the type of system we provide, each offering increasingly advanced features for your needs.
- Intercom systems
Gate intercom systems are one of the most popular gate entry systems being installed within gated communities and properties. They offer a high level of security with several features that enable guest authentication and visitor logging.
The majority of intercom systems enable residents to communicate with visitors to confirm identification and grant access. Modern versions of the intercom system feature camera-based intercoms that enable video-calling for enhanced security when identifying guests.
Many newer models of this gate entry system also feature smartphone integration, allowing users to communicate with and grant or withhold entry to visitors when away from the property.
- RFID gate access system
‘Radio-frequency identification’ utilises technology such as keycards or fobs, which transmit specific radio frequencies that are tuned to your unique gate entry system. This method of gate entry is secure as it only enables entry once the fob is scanned and registered by the control panel. Without a registered fob or keycard, unauthorised entry will not be granted.
The key downside to this method of entry is that a physical piece of equipment is required for entry. This means keeping track of your fob at all times or losing access to the property when it is lost. It may also be inconvenient to frequently grant access to consistent visitors who you do not trust or require to have their own RFID device.
- Vehicle detection system
Your choices in gate entry systems become even more advanced when considering a vehicle detection system. These are especially convenient for gated driveways or car parks, where the majority of residents or visitors enter via their vehicles.
There are two main methods of entry that are typically implemented within vehicle detection systems. Either a proximity device can be placed within the vehicle, featuring similar technology to RFID devices, or ANPR can be used to scan the license plates of approaching vehicles.
Automatic number-plate recognition (ANPR) is one of the most effective methods of gate entry as it allows residents to store their number plate on the system, granting access to the property with minimal effort. It also enables expected guests to gain entry as their number plate can be entered into the system in preparation for their arrival
Helping you secure your home with bespoke gate entry solutions
Here at Easy Security Systems, we specialise in the full integration of multi-access security systems, CCTV, intruder alarms, and gate entry solutions, offering 24-hour security for complete peace of mind.
Protect your property with a range of high-quality control systems and benefit from the wealth of experience and efficient installation offered by our team. Contact us today to enquire about our range of gate entry systems and create a bespoke quotation.
