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Semi-automatic bollard installation in East Lothian
Semi-automatic bollards for sites across East Lothian: surveyed, quoted in writing and installed by our crews.
Computer-generated imageSemi-automatic bollards in East Lothian
Gas-strut assisted bollards that rise on their own when unlocked and lower by hand, with no mains power needed. We cover East Lothian — Musselburgh, Tranent and Dunbar.
Highway and roads authorities for local roads in East Lothian: East Lothian Council.
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Guide prices in East Lothian
| Specification | Guide price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | £1,095–£2,095 + VAT · £1,295–£2,495 inc VAT | Standard post, foundation, reinstatement |
| Upgraded | £1,795–£2,845 + VAT · £2,145–£3,395 inc VAT | Upgraded finish or fittings, reflective band, matched keys |
| Premium | £2,545–£3,495 + VAT · £3,045–£4,195 inc VAT | Heavy-duty or architectural spec, premium finish |
Per bollard, supplied and installed; no regional adjustment. Guide only — the fixed price follows a survey.
Local authorities across East Lothian
| Town | Highway / roads authority | Planning authority |
|---|---|---|
| Musselburgh | East Lothian Council | East Lothian Council |
| Tranent | East Lothian Council | East Lothian Council |
| Dunbar | East Lothian Council | East Lothian Council |
Rules for semi-automatic bollards in Scotland
Works in a public road or footway need the roads authority's written consent under the Roads (Scotland) Act 1984. On private land the owner's agreement is what matters; listed buildings and conservation areas need a word with the planning team first. Accessibility guidance asks for posts at least 1,000 mm high with contrasting tops and no chains between them.
Details and sources: bollard rules in Scotland.
How installation works
Survey use and ground
At the free site survey we look at how often the post will be used, who will operate it and what is under the surface. A fixed written quote follows, including drainage.
Excavate the pit
The surface is cut and the pit dug to the cassette depth plus a drainage layer, by hand near services.
Set the cassette
The cassette is set plumb and flush with the finished surface, connected to drainage and concreted in. The strut is fitted or released only as the manufacturer instructs.
Reinstate the surface
Paving or surfacing is made good tight to the cassette collar so there is no lip for tyres or feet to catch.
Semi-automatic bollards in East Lothian: FAQs
Do you cover all of East Lothian for semi-automatic bollards?
Yes — including Musselburgh, Tranent and Dunbar. Enter your postcode in the price calculator to confirm.
How much do semi-automatic bollards cost in East Lothian?
In East Lothian, typically £1,095–£3,495 per bollard, supplied and installed, plus VAT (£1,295–£4,195 including VAT for homeowners), with a minimum job of £1,195 plus VAT, using our Scotland guide prices. The fixed figure comes in writing after we've seen the site.
Who do I ask about bollards on public land in East Lothian?
The council is the roads authority for local roads (East Lothian Council); Transport Scotland covers trunk roads. Works in a public road need the roads authority's written consent.
Is it hard to push the bollard back down?
Not usually; most users press it down with a hand or foot. The strut resists, so it needs a steady push rather than a sharp kick. Heavier commercial models take more effort than domestic ones.
What makes a semi-automatic bollard rise without power?
A gas strut or spring inside the cassette. Pushing the post down compresses it and a latch holds the post below ground. Turning the key releases the latch and the stored energy lifts the post.