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Trellis Security Gates and Burglar Bars Prices in 2026?
A security gate costs R3,500 to R6,200, supplied and fitted, going by the prices two security businesses publish (checked November 2026).
At the shop, gates cost R1,899 to R4,724 each and burglar bars cost R197 to R2,911 each (national, Durban, Cape Town and Gauteng).
Quotes in Johannesburg, Pretoria, West Rand, Durban and 11 more areas
Prices checked November 2026
A security gate: every checked price
As 12 South African businesses publish them. Not quotes: every pro sets their own price. How we check prices
| Type and size | Price | Where, and who publishes it |
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| Security gates, supplied and fitted | ||
| Single security gate up to 0.9 × 2.1 m, including lock and installation | From R3,500 | Gauteng · Felix Glass & Aluminium |
| Made-to-measure trellis door, starting price per opening | From R3,500 | national · Robo Door · incl. VAT |
| Sliding patio security gate, including installation | From R5,900 | Gauteng · Felix Glass & Aluminium |
| Double security gates, including lock and installation | From R6,200 | Gauteng · Felix Glass & Aluminium |
| Burglar bars, fitted | ||
| Window burglar bars, including supply and installation | R800 to R2,000 | Gauteng · The Safe House |
| Standard window up to about 1 m²; burglar bars supplied and installed into brickwork | From R850 | Gauteng · Felix Glass & Aluminium |
| Made-to-measure burglar bars, starting price per opening | From R1,000 | national · Robo Door · incl. VAT |
| Burglar bars per window, listed under additional security options | R1,200 to R2,500 | Gauteng · Granite Carpentry |
| Designer burglar bars per standard window; supplied and installed | From R1,250 | Gauteng · Felix Glass & Aluminium |
| Gates and bars per m², fitted | ||
| Large lounge, dining or stairwell windows; supplied and installed | From R780 | Gauteng · Felix Glass & Aluminium |
| Trellidor burglar bars; starting price depends on size and configuration | From R2,100 | national · Trellidor |
| Traditional Trellidor retractable residential security barrier; starting price depends on size and configuration | From R2,500 | national · Trellidor |
At the shop, supply only
| Part | Price range |
|---|---|
| Gates5 prices from four businesses | R1,899 to R4,724 |
| Burglar bars12 prices from nine businesses | R197 to R2,911 |
Each price as its business published it, checked November 2026. A price over 12 months old comes off this page.
Burglar bar installers near you
4 burglar bar installers take requests here. Pick your area to see who covers it.
Gauteng
Western Cape
KwaZulu-Natal
Who gives you the price
Your request goes to one that covers your area, not all four, so you get one call, not a string of them.
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SQ Trellis Gates
Covers Centurion, Joburg South / Alberton and 3 more areas
On Local Pros since 2025
- 10 years in business (since 2016)
- 289 requests passed to them since July 2025
- Team of 4 to 6
Avash R. says, “Quick quote, great price and a solid gate with a slam lock, hook lock and 10-year warranty.” Google
In their words: SQ Trellis Gates is a leading supplier and installer of trellis gates and burglar bars in Gauteng. We serve Johannesburg, West Rand, and Joburg South areas, offering a range of security solutions including clear, welded, and trellis-style burglar bars, as well as expandable trellis gates.
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SeCure Western Cape
Covers Atlantic Seaboard and CBD, Blouberg and surrounds and 5 more areas
On Local Pros since 2025
- 302 requests passed to them since July 2025
Isabella M. says, “Elfranco and he's team did exceptional work .” Google
In their words: SeCure Western Cape offers a range of security solutions including blinds, burglar bars, security gates, shutters, and roller doors. We serve the Western Cape. With over 20 years of experience and status as an approved installer, we provide reliable and professional service.
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Coastal Trellis
Covers Durban and Durban North
5.0 / 1 Local Pros review
On Local Pros since 2024
- 23 years in business (since 2003)
- Team of 2 to 3
- Owner managed
- Gives a warranty
In their words: Coastal Trellis is a thriving home security company based in KZN that manufactures and installs welded burglar bars and gates, Transparent bars, Trellis gates and creature-proof screens.
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General Fencing and Construction
Covers Garden Route – George
- 295 requests passed to them since July 2025
Recent work by these burglar bar installers
Tell us the job and a burglar bar installer that covers your area calls you with a written quote.
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SQ Trellis Gates · October 2026 -
SeCure Western Cape · September 2026 
SQ Trellis Gates · October 2026
What changes the price of a trellis security gate
Trellis gates are made to the exact opening, so the width and height come first; then the model, the steel, the lock and the finish.
- Steel or aluminium
- Steel is stronger and is the default where security matters, especially on large or busy openings. Aluminium is lighter and does not rust, which is why some choose it near the coast.
- Upright thickness
- Ranges differ mainly in the frame, the thickness of the uprights and the lock. One maker's entry and mid ranges use 17 by 24 mm uprights in 1.0 mm steel; its top range uses double 12.7 mm uprights in 1.2 mm steel.
- Galvanising and powder coat
- A galvanised gate (Z275 coating) with an exterior polyester powder coat about 80 microns thick resists rust, in colours such as white, bronze, black, charcoal or grey.
- Locks
- Look for a high-security star-key hook lock or a stainless steel slam lock with a deadlock, rather than an ordinary cylinder. Better models carry two separate locks.
- Tracks
- A steel top track with sealed, pre-lubricated bearings keeps the gate running true. The bottom track can be a low-profile half-moon track or sunk into the floor.
- Guarantee
- Made-to-measure gates from established makers carry guarantees of several years on workmanship, locks and materials; ask how long and what it covers.
SecureAspot (Cape Town trellis gate maker), trellis gates, secureaspot.co.za, and DEFENDoor (South African security gate maker), retractable security gates buyer's guide, defendoor.co.za, checked 12 Nov 2026.
Questions to ask before you buy a gate
- Made to measure
- Is the gate built to your exact opening, or a standard size forced to fit?
- Steel where it counts
- What steel is used, how thick are the uprights, and are any structural parts plastic? What are the rivets made of?
- What it runs on
- Sealed bearings last; plastic wheels wear out. A thin or badly fitted track distorts and can be levered open.
- Who makes and fits it
- Ask who manufactures and who installs the gate, and which doors it suits: front, patio, sliding and stacking doors, passages and shopfronts all take trellis gates.
DEFENDoor (South African security gate maker), retractable security gates buyer's guide, defendoor.co.za, checked 12 Nov 2026.
What customers say about price and quotes
4.9
Average from 145 reviews of the 3 burglar bar installers above on Google and Local Pros, checked November 2026.
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Avash R.
this week
Quick quote, great price and a solid gate with a slam lock, hook lock and 10-year warranty. Gavin was responsive and answered all my questions. Neat installation on our patio door. Highly recommended!
Review of SQ Trellis Gates left on Google
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Sonet S.
2 months ago
Very friendly and efficient service with competitive pricing.
Review of SeCure Western Cape left on Google
How it works
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Tell us the job
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A burglar bar installer who covers your area calls you
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Get a written quote and decide
Prices checked November 2026
At the shop, supply only: every price
Each as its business publishes it, supply only. How we check prices
| Type and size, where, and who publishes it | Price |
|---|---|
| Xpanda Ref A Saftidor retractable security gate, white, 840 × 2000 mmnational · Leroy Merlin | R1,899 |
| Aluminium swing security gate; listed product price, installation not specifiedDurban · Trellimax Durban | R3,969 |
| Armourdoor aluminium trellis burglar gate; size and colour optionsCape Town · Brights Hardware | From R3,999 |
| Swing gatenational · Burglar Bar Warehouse · incl. VAT | R4,400 |
| Aluminium slider trellis gatenational · Burglar Bar Warehouse · incl. VAT | R4,724 |
| Type and size, where, and who publishes it | Price |
|---|---|
| Clear polycarbonate burglar bar; starting product option, dimensions not specified with the pricenational · Cyberacrylics & Signs | From R197 |
| DIY bundle with five Durobar clear polycarbonate bars, drill bits and fixings; displayed default optionnational · clikBUILD · incl. VAT | R399 |
| Large lounge, dining or stairwell windows; supplied and installedGauteng · Felix Glass & Aluminium | From R780 |
| Clear bars, 760 mm, 6 stripsnational · Burglar Bar Warehouse · incl. VAT | R788 |
| Window burglar bars, including supply and installationGauteng · The Safe House | R800 to R2,000 |
| Xpanda Clear Vision transparent polycarbonate burglar bars, 1000 mm, SKU 506624; displayed pack pricenational · Livecopper | R839 |
| Standard window up to about 1 m²; burglar bars supplied and installed into brickworkGauteng · Felix Glass & Aluminium | From R850 |
| Made-to-measure burglar bars, starting price per openingnational · Robo Door · incl. VAT | From R1,000 |
| Burglar bars per window, listed under additional security optionsGauteng · Granite Carpentry | R1,200 to R2,500 |
| Designer burglar bars per standard window; supplied and installedGauteng · Felix Glass & Aluminium | From R1,250 |
| Trellidor burglar bars; starting price depends on size and configurationnational · Trellidor | From R2,100 |
| Clear bars, 3,000 mm, 5 stripsnational · Burglar Bar Warehouse · incl. VAT | R2,911 |
A price over 12 months old comes off this page.
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The full guide
General advice, written March 2025.
Please note that prices can vary depending on the product range, custom sizes, and installation requirements.
Factors that Determine the Price of Security Gates and Burglar Bars?
Several factors come into play when determining the total cost of your security gates and burglar bars, such as:
- Product Type: The cost can significantly vary depending on the design and model of the security gate or burglar bar you opt for. Typically, models with advanced features like retractable gates or clear burglar bars come with a higher price tag owing to their increased complexity and utility.
- Material: The type of material used in constructing the product also impacts the cost. Commonly used steel gates and bars are reasonably priced, but those made from special materials like aluminium or clear polycarbonate may cost more.
- Size: Securing larger doors or windows requires more material and labour, thus adding to the cost.
- Customisation: Any tailored features such as unique dimensions, special finishes, or additional elements are likely to escalate the product's price.
- Installation: The complexity involved in the installation process can also influence the overall cost. It's strongly recommended to have these security products professionally installed to ensure maximum efficiency and safety.
- Local Market Conditions: The local cost of living and the competitive environment could also impact the pricing. Regions with higher living costs or fewer competitors among suppliers may exhibit higher prices.
- Brand: Renowned brands like Trellis usually demand a higher price owing to their perceived quality, reliability, and superior service.
Keep in mind that while cost is a crucial factor, it's paramount to weigh this against the product's quality and efficacy to guarantee optimal protection for your home or business."
High-Quality Security Door Alternatives at More Affordable Prices:
While Trellis is renowned for its high-quality security gates and burglar bars, there are alternatives available that offer comparable quality at a lower price. Here are a few options you might consider:
- Sequre: Sequre is another trusted name in the home security industry. They offer a wide range of security gates, burglar bars, and roller shutters, all made from high-quality materials designed to resist break-ins.
- Maxidor: Known for its strength and durability, Maxidor offers a range of security gates and burglar bars that are custom-made to your specifications. Their products come with a Slam lock feature for quick security, and a warranty provides additional peace of mind.
- Xpanda: Xpanda has been providing reliable home security solutions for over four decades. They offer a wide range of retractable security gates, fixed burglar bars, and roller shutters, all designed to provide effective security without detracting from your home's aesthetic appeal.
- Magnador: Offering a range of security gates, burglar bars and roller shutters, Magnador prides itself on delivering quality products at competitive prices. All their products are custom-made to fit your exact requirements.
- Trellis Door Company (TDC): TDC offers a range of security solutions that are cost-effective without compromising on quality. Their security gates and burglar bars are designed to provide optimum security while fitting in with the design of your home.
- Lion Pride: Lion Pride Retractable Slamlock Security Gates and window fixtures are manufactured from a high-strength structural grade aluminium alloy to ensure maximum security.
Remember, while these alternatives might offer lower prices, it's crucial to ensure they meet your specific security needs and standards. Don't compromise on quality and installation, as these factors are critical to providing reliable security for your home or business. Always obtain a professional installation and make sure the products come with a warranty.
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Questions about these prices
Where do these prices come from?
From Felix Glass & Aluminium, Robo Door, The Safe House, Granite Carpentry, Trellidor, Leroy Merlin, Trellimax Durban, Brights Hardware, Burglar Bar Warehouse, Cyberacrylics & Signs, clikBUILD and Livecopper: businesses that publish their own prices. We copied the figures as published and checked them in November 2026. They are not quotes; every pro sets their own price.
How are these burglar bar installers rated?
4.9 out of 5 on average, from 145 reviews of 3 burglar bar installers.
Do I have to hire the pro who quotes?
No. You decide once you have the written quote.
