G’day, Shug here. This is a residential job in Sunshine, out in Melbourne’s west. The brief was simple: stop the car being driven out of the garage by thieves, and keep easy access for everyday use.
The job
The garage opens straight onto a paved driveway, so the car was easy to get at from the street. Vehicle theft is still happening across Melbourne’s western suburbs, and a garage like this is an easy target.
The owner wanted a solid barrier that would stop the car leaving, but could still come out quickly whenever they needed the garage.
What we installed
I fitted heavy-duty steel removable bollards across the garage entrance, set into reinforced concrete footings at the right depth so they’ll take a hit. They’re key-lockable, and each one comes with its in-ground sleeve and key.
When the bollards are locked in, the car isn’t going anywhere. To drive out, the owner unlocks a bollard, lifts it out of its sleeve and drops it back in afterwards. It takes seconds.
Why removable bollards
For a home garage or driveway, they’re hard to beat:
- A solid steel barrier when they’re in. A car can’t be driven out past them.
- Full, clear access when they’re out.
- No motors, remotes or wiring to go wrong, and next to no maintenance.
- Nothing permanent across your driveway.
The same setup works just as well for small warehouses, commercial units and factory doors.
Want the same for your place?
If your car sits in a garage or on a driveway anywhere in Melbourne, I can help. Get a free quote, or see more about removable bollards across Melbourne.
