The laws of the driveway

We have made it our mission to provide the UK with top tier security products. These items keep people safe from various dangers. For example, many of them focus on safety when vehicles are in the vicinity. This includes our bollards. We have them in both cast in and surface mounted designs to give customers more options.

A security bollard or series of them is useful for a myriad of tasks. For example, you can get extra security, calm traffic, and restrict access to pedestrian only areas. However, it is not merely government departments and organisations that employ them. These days, more and more homeowners are making the choice to invest too. They are doing so to keep their properties safe and defend their parking spots.

Were you aware of the fact that anyone can park on your driveway? Even worse, you are legally not able to remove their vehicle. The Road Traffic Act means local authorities can give penalty charge notices on illegally parked cars on the road in front of your house. But, they lack power in regards to strangers parking on your driveway. Neither the local authorities nor police have the power to shift random cars that people leave on your land.

A civil offence

Moreover, even though the vehicle is trespassing, this is merely a civil offence by law. As a result, you would need an eviction notice from the courts to remove the car. It can take up a lot of time and money.

There is the option to hire a tow-truck to get rid of the vehicle, but you would have to pay. Furthermore, the vehicle can suffer damage during the process. Any necessary repairs are ones you would become liable for.

To prevent all this, it is best to install bollard products. They will help you keep your driveway free for you and you alone to use.

One of the leading considerations when looking at driveway bollards is why you even need them. Think about the bollard's main purpose. Do you need it to limit access? Is there a risk of a heavy impact? After you figure this out, choosing the right design will be far easier.

Let's say you want a straightforward, visual deterrent to discourage parking thieves. Here, a basic fold down bollard could be the most cost efficient option.

You may need more of a substantial presence instead. Here, manual retractable driveway installations that are bigger in height or diameter can serve you well. Lifting and locking into place, they are a straightforward, unobtrusive solution.

Ask us for advice if you ever need bollards

At Barrier Mart, we aim to provide everyone with quality products. To ensure this, we make everything in house. Also, we keep employees on hand so they can discuss your requirements with you. Not to mention, we are capable of installing measures nationwide.

So, if there is anything we can do for you when it comes to bollards, please let us know. You will get the best level of service every time and can look forward to long lasting installations.