EAC Fire & Security recently completed a gate intercom upgrade for a domestic property in Branksome Woods, Poole, improving access control, communication, and day-to-day gate operation for the customer.
The existing intercom system had become unreliable, with exposed wiring and a junction box showing signs of corrosion. The customer required a cleaner, more secure and more practical solution that would allow visitors to call the property, while also giving the homeowner better control of the automated gate system.
Our engineers installed a new intercom system complete with an entry keypad, replaced the corroded junction box, and added a custom control button on the internal handset to provide a stop command for the gate.
The Project
The property already had an automated gate system in place, but the existing intercom and wiring were in poor condition.
During inspection, our engineers found:
- Exposed and untidy cabling
- A corroded external junction box
- An ageing gate intercom panel
- Poor weather protection around the existing wiring
- A requirement for keypad entry
- A need for improved gate control from inside the property
The customer wanted a modern replacement that would improve both appearance and functionality, while making everyday access easier for residents, visitors, and authorised users.
Intercom and Keypad Installation
We installed a new external intercom panel on the gate pillar, providing a smart and professional finish at the entrance to the property.
The new system includes an integrated entry keypad, allowing authorised users to gain access without needing to call through to the house each time. This is ideal for family members, regular visitors, trusted trades, deliveries, or anyone who requires controlled access to the property.
The intercom allows visitors to call the property from the gate, giving the homeowner control over who enters before the gate is opened.
Internal Handset with Gate Stop Command
As part of the installation, we also fitted a new internal handset inside the property.
An additional button was installed on the handset to provide a stop command for the automated gate. This gives the homeowner an extra level of control when operating the gate from inside the property.
The button was also set up to illuminate when the gate is open and switch off when the gate is closed, giving a clear visual indication of the gate position.
This small addition makes the system much more user-friendly, especially where the gate is not always visible from inside the home.
Replacement Junction Box
The existing external junction box showed signs of corrosion, which can cause long-term reliability issues with gate entry systems, especially when exposed to weather and moisture.
We replaced the old junction box with a new unit and tidied the wiring to improve reliability and future serviceability.
This ensures the system is better protected and easier to inspect or maintain in the future.
Why Upgrade a Gate Intercom System?
A modern gate intercom system can make a big difference to both security and convenience.
For domestic properties, a properly installed intercom and keypad system can help with:
- Controlling who enters the property
- Improving communication with visitors
- Reducing unwanted access
- Making access easier for trusted users
- Improving the appearance of the entrance
- Providing better long-term reliability
- Supporting safer gate operation
Where automated gates are already installed, upgrading the intercom system is often one of the most practical ways to improve usability without replacing the entire gate automation setup.
The Result
The customer now has a clean, reliable and easy-to-use gate intercom system with keypad access and improved gate control from inside the property.
The completed installation provides:
- A new external intercom panel
- Integrated entry keypad
- Improved visitor communication
- Internal handset control
- Additional stop command for the gate
- Illuminated gate open/closed indication
- New external junction box
- Tidier wiring and improved reliability
- A smarter finish at the property entrance
This installation has improved both the functionality and appearance of the gate entry system while giving the customer better control over access to their property.
Gate Intercom Installers in Branksome Woods, Poole
EAC Fire & Security installs, upgrades, repairs and maintains gate intercom systems, access control systems, automated gate controls, CCTV and intruder alarms across Branksome Woods, Poole, Bournemouth, Dorset and the surrounding areas.
Whether you need a new gate intercom, keypad entry system, video intercom, access control upgrade or repairs to an existing system, our experienced engineers can help.
Contact EAC Fire & Security today to discuss your gate intercom or access control requirements.
