Automation Solutions in the City Bowl

Smart Automation Services in Cape Town’s City Bowl

At the heart of the City, where our heritage meets innovation. We deliver the leading automation solutions designed to boost your security and also ease the stress of your daily life.

Whether you’re managing a residential block, running a guesthouse, or living in a modernised home, our team understands the pace and pressure of the Cape Town city life,and we’re here to make it easier for you.

What We Maintain and Service

NICE, Centurion and Gemini Gate Automation
NICE, Centurion, Doorman, Magic Lift, DigiMotors Garage Door Automation
Sectional Overhead, Tip-Up and Roll-Up Garage Doors
Accentronix, Centurion and BAS-IP Access Control Systems
• IMOU, Dahua, Hikvision, Easyviz and Tiandy CCTV and Surveillance Equipment

Intercom & Communication Systems

Our maintenance and service plans include routine servicing, diagnostics, firmware updates and enhancements, so your systems stay up-to-date and secure.

Planet Automation is more than just a service provider. Our City Bowl clients trust us because we combine technical excellence with 5-star service that’s always just a call away.

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Why Choose planet Automation for your Maintenance and Repairs?

  • Fast Turnaround in the City Bowl– We’re based in Parklands and know the area well, so we respond quickly to service calls in Gardens, Vredehoek, Zonnebloem and the areas surrounding.
  • Urban Specific Solutions – We understand the challenges customers usually face with the high density living, shared infrastructure and older buildings with modern upgrades.
  • Professional Technicians – Ideal for residential blocks and hospitality venues where quiet, efficient service matters.
  • Preventative Maintenance Plans – Avoid costly issues and breakdowns with a scheduled servicing and system health checks.
  • Upgrade Guidance – We help you stay ahead with smarter, more efficient tech tailored to your property needs.

Common Issues We Fix

• Gate motors getting stuck or not responding in complex driveways
• Garage doors jamming or getting misaligned in apartment complexes
• CCTV cameras going offline, getting blurry or even not recording
• Access control units not recognizing tags, codes or the  biometrics
• Intercom systems with poor audio or video quality in entryways 
• Connectivity issues between devices
• Damage from power surges, load shedding or even just the weather exposure

Areas We Cover in City Bowl

Bo-Kaap, CBD, De Waterkant, Devil’s Peak Estate, Foreshore, Gardens, Higgovale, Oranjezicht, Salt River, Schotsche Kloof, Tamboerskloof, University Estate, V&A Waterfront, Vredehoek, Walmer Estate, Woodstock, Zonnebloem

Admin Office Location

Please note that this is our Admin Office and not a physical store location.