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What to Do When Your Garage Door Cable Has Snapped

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Your Garage Door Cable Has Snapped – Now What? A snapped garage door cable is one of the most common faults with up-and-over garage doors. One minute, your door is working fine; the next, it’s stuck, lopsided, or refuses to open at all. If this happens at your home in Durham, or the North East, … Continued

Industrial Doors for North East Factories

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Choosing the Right Industrial Doors for Your Factory Factories across the North East rely on robust, efficient, and safe access systems to keep daily operations running smoothly. From loading bays and production zones to service entrances and storage areas, the right industrial doors play a critical role in your factory’s security, workflow, and energy efficiency. … Continued

Do Electric Gates Add Value to a Property?

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Professionally installed electric driveway gates can increase the value of your home by up to 5%, according to industry experts. But the benefits go far beyond resale value. At TWS Automation, we’ve seen first hand how electric gates improve security, curb appeal, and buyer confidence, especially for homes across the North East, including Durham, Newcastle, … Continued

How to Choose the Right Electric Driveway Gate for a Large Driveway

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If you have a large driveway and want the perfect balance of style, security, and convenience, an electric driveway gate is a smart investment. But with so many gate types, materials, and automation options available, how do you choose the right one for your property? In this blog, we’ll walk you through some of the … Continued

Electric Gates in Winter

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Electric Gates in Winter – How to Keep Them Running Smoothly Electric gates add convenience, security, and style to any home or business, but when winter arrives in the North East, cold temperatures, ice, and heavy rain can put extra strain on your system. Without the right care, you might find yourself dealing with gates … Continued

Common Electric Gate Problems

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Common Electric Gate Problems (And How to Fix Them) Electric driveway gates are a smart investment. They enhance your home’s security, improve kerb appeal, and make entering and exiting your property effortless. But like any mechanical or automated system, they need regular maintenance…and can occasionally go wrong. At TWS Automation, we repair electric gates across … Continued

Sliding Gate Vs Swing Gate

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Sliding Gate Vs Swing Gate – Which Is the Best for Your Driveway? When it comes to choosing the perfect gate for your driveway, it often comes down to two popular options: sliding gates and swing gates. Both offer privacy, security, and a stylish first impression, but which one is the best fit for your … Continued