Scottish Borders · Scotland
Driveway security posts for homes in Hawick
Driveway security posts supplied and fitted in Hawick, Scottish Borders: surveyed, scanned for services, set in proper foundations and finished to match the ground.
Computer-generated imageHawick driveway security posts
In the town of Hawick, driveway security posts tend to go in at new-build estate drives, private parking bays and carports. Telescopic, fold-down and removable security posts for home driveways, to deter car theft and stop unwanted parking.
Coverage in Hawick takes in the TD9 postcode district and nearby places like Denholm and Bonchester Bridge. Jobs in Hawick can be combined with work in Galashiels (13.3 miles) (straight-line distances). It sits roughly 40 miles from Edinburgh as the crow flies.
Hawick at a glance
- Area
- Scottish Borders, Scotland
- Roads authority
- Scottish Borders Council (local roads)
- Planning authority
- Scottish Borders Council
- Postcodes
- TD9
- Guide price
- Typically £385–£845 per post inc VAT; minimum job £395
- Survey
- Free, with a fixed written quote
- Nearby
- Galashiels (13.3 mi)
Driveway security post prices in Hawick
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £385–£575 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £525–£715 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £665–£845 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per post, supplied and installed; no regional adjustment. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Typical driveway security posts jobs in Hawick
Common uses in a place like Hawick:
- Homes with a high-value car or van parked outside
- Drives where neighbours or visitors keep parking
- Drives where a gate would not fit or is not allowed
Before we dig in Hawick
Hawick falls under Scottish Borders Council as roads authority. If the line of posts crosses onto adopted road or pavement, permission comes before excavation; on private land it does not.
Bollards on private land often need no planning application, but listed buildings and conservation areas are different; the planning service at Scottish Borders Council can confirm before anything is ordered.
Block paving reinstates well because the original blocks can go back; tarmac, resin-bound and imprinted concrete show patching, so we keep cuts tight and positions sensible. The water supply pipe, gas service and electric cable all cross the front garden, often at shallow depth and rarely where you would guess, and older drives may cover inspection chambers or soakaways.
- In conservation areas or at listed buildings, check with the local planning authority before fitting visible posts.
- Connect any cassette drainage to surface water or a soakaway, not to the foul drain.
Installation, step by step
Mark the position
The position is marked with the car in place, so we can check it blocks the car and that you can still open doors and walk past.
Cut the surface
Block paving is lifted carefully for reuse; tarmac, concrete or resin is cut neatly to keep the patch as small as possible.
Fit the post
Telescopic cassettes and removable sockets are set flush in concrete with drainage beneath. Fold-down posts are anchored to concrete or a small new pad.
Options to consider
| Option | Detail |
|---|---|
| Semi-automatic posts | Rise on their own when unlocked and push down to lower. Easier for daily use than lifting a post. |
| Fold-down posts | Hinged posts bolted down with resin anchors. Quick to fit and no digging, but need a solid base to fix into. |
| Removable posts | Lift out of a shallow socket and lock in place. Simple and low cost to fit, but must be stored when out. |
What moves the price in Hawick
When we price driveway security posts in Hawick, these make the biggest difference:
- Type of post: telescopic, fold-down, removable or semi-automatic
- Depth available and services under the drive
- Drive surface and how visible a repair will be
After installation
Use the post regularly and keep the lock lubricated, especially before winter. Keep a spare key somewhere safe away from the car keys.
If posts in Hawick are later hit or damaged, we can repair or replace them — see bollard repairs.
Driveway security posts in Hawick: FAQs
Do you install driveway security posts in Hawick?
We cover all of Hawick (TD9) and the rest of Scottish Borders. We also work in Galashiels.
Do I need consent for driveway security posts on a public footway in Hawick?
In Scotland the council is the roads authority for local roads, which in Hawick means Scottish Borders Council. Driveway security posts on an adopted footway need its consent; trunk roads sit with Transport Scotland.
What's a typical price for driveway security posts in Hawick?
In Hawick, typically £385–£845 per post, supplied and installed, including VAT, with a minimum job of £395 plus VAT, using our Scotland guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
What if I lose the key to my driveway post?
Keep the spare somewhere safe. If both are lost, many lock cylinders can be replaced, but sometimes the lock has to be drilled. That is a paid repair visit, so a spare key is worth having.
Do I need two posts for two cars?
Not always. On a narrow drive where one car parks behind the other, one post at the front may be enough. On a wide drive with cars side by side, two posts are usually needed to block both.