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Automatic bollard repairs in Bexley
Auto bollard repairs for sites in Bexley and the rest of London, by crews working under our management.
Computer-generated imageAbout auto bollard repairs in Bexley
We carry out auto bollard repairs throughout Bexley, typically for office entrances, shopping parades and estate car parks. Repairs start with finding the cause, then making the bollard safe and replacing or adjusting the failed part.
Coverage in Bexley takes in the DA5, DA7, DA6, DA16, DA8 and DA17 postcode districts and nearby places like Coldblow, Sidcup and Erith. Jobs in Bexley can be combined with work in Dartford (3.2 miles), Greenwich (4.2 miles), Swanley (4.6 miles) and Barking and Dagenham (6.6 miles) (straight-line distances).
Local details
- Area
- London, England
- Highway authority
- Bexley Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- Bexley Council
- Postcodes
- DA5, DA7, DA6, DA16, DA8, DA17, DA18 and DA15
- Guide price
- Typically £155–£2,645 per repair + VAT
- Survey
- Paid visit, price confirmed in writing first
- Nearby
- Dartford (3.2 mi), Greenwich (4.2 mi), Swanley (4.6 mi), Barking and Dagenham (6.6 mi)
Guide prices for Bexley
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £155–£1,195 + VAT | Diagnostic visit and minor fault fix |
| Upgraded | £905–£1,945 + VAT | Component repair: loop, controller or photocell |
| Premium | £1,645–£2,645 + VAT | Major part: hydraulic unit, ram or bollard head |
Per repair, from a diagnostic visit to a replacement hydraulic unit or head; +6% for South East. Guide only — the visit price is confirmed in writing first.
Typical auto bollard repairs requests in Bexley
What auto bollard repairs usually sort out in Bexley:
- Bollards stuck in the raised or lowered position
- Slow, jerky or noisy rising and lowering
- Loops cut or damaged during resurfacing
What we check first in Bexley
In Bexley, work on adopted pavements and verges needs consent from Bexley Council, the local highway authority. Red routes are managed by Transport for London. Car parks, forecourts and other private land only need the owner's permission.
Bollards on private land often don't need planning permission, but it depends on the council's view, the height and the location; in a conservation area, next to a listed building or under an Article 4 direction, ask the local planning authority (Bexley Council) first — we flag this at survey.
Where a vehicle impact has cracked the cassette's foundation, the concrete may need breaking out and recasting before the bollard can safely return to use. Pits flood when drains silt up, soakaways fail or pipes collapse, and the repair may involve jetting or relaying a drain as well as replacing water-damaged parts.
- Have electrical repairs carried out by a qualified electrician to BS 7671.
- After an incident where a bollard struck a vehicle or person, revisit the risk assessment and safety settings before returning it to use.
From survey to handover
Describe the fault
Tell us what the bollard is doing, any lights or messages on the controller, recent weather or roadworks, and send photographs of the bollard, pit and controller.
Diagnose the cause
Fault logs, loops, drive, electrics and pit are checked in turn to find the underlying cause rather than just the symptom.
Quote and repair
Simple faults within the visit are fixed on the day. Where parts or further work are needed, we quote them in writing and complete the repair once approved.
Choosing the right spec
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| Controller and electrics | Power supplies, control boards, contactors, batteries and wiring, with a qualified electrician for supply work. |
| Pit and drainage | Pumping out flooded cassettes, clearing drains and repairing failed outlets. |
| Make safe | Locking the bollard down or securing it up, with cones and signs, so the entrance is safe while a repair is arranged. |
What affects the quote
Two Bexley jobs with the same number of posts can price quite differently. The usual reasons:
- Nature of the fault and time needed to diagnose it
- Parts required and their availability
- Loop replacement and surface repairs
After installation
Many repairs could be avoided by regular servicing, which catches blocked drains, weeping seals and failing loops early. After a repair, consider a planned maintenance arrangement if the bollard has no service history.
If posts in Bexley are later hit or damaged, we can repair or replace them — see bollard repairs.
Auto bollard repairs in Bexley: FAQs
Which parts of Bexley do you cover for auto bollard repairs?
We cover all of Bexley (DA5, DA7, DA6, DA16, DA8 and DA17) and the rest of London. We also work in Dartford, Greenwich and Swanley.
Who gives permission for bollards on the pavement in Bexley?
In Bexley, work on adopted pavements and verges needs consent from Bexley Council, the local highway authority. Red routes are managed by Transport for London. Car parks, forecourts and other private land only need the owner's permission.
How much do auto bollard repairs cost in Bexley?
In Bexley, typically £155–£2,645 per repair, from a diagnostic visit to a replacement hydraulic unit or head, plus VAT, using our South East guide prices. We confirm the visit price in writing before attending.
Our bollard rose under a car: what happens next?
Take it out of service and keep it lowered or secured. The safety loops, photocells and settings are checked to find out why it rose, and the damage is assessed. It should not return to use until the cause is fixed and the risk assessment reviewed.
Can you repair automatic bollards you did not install?
Yes, for common makes of hydraulic and electro-mechanical bollard. Some parts are proprietary and sourced through the manufacturer or distributor. Make and model details help us prepare.
Auto bollard repairs near Bexley
- Dartford (3.2 mi)
- Greenwich (4.2 mi)
- Swanley (4.6 mi)
- Barking and Dagenham (6.6 mi)
- Lewisham (6.8 mi)
- South Ockendon (6.8 mi)