Warana, Sunshine Coast QLD

A Reputation Built On The Work, Not The Marketing

These are genuine reviews from Sunshine Coast homeowners and commercial clients. We don't rewrite them or dress them up.

“Ian from IB Fabbin was fantastic to deal with for the manufacture and install of our driveway and passenger gates. He was honest, reliable and promptly responded to any queries and provided helpful advice along the…”

Yolanda Logan

Mooloolaba

Driveway & Passenger Gates

“He came recommended to us and did not disappoint. Could not be happier with the workmanship of Ian and his team. Awesome communication and such a good product at the end of the day. Absolutely stocked we found him.”

Tony Flynn

Buderim

Custom Sliding Gate

“We could not be more happy with Ian's work! I wanted to wait a few month (3 month since installed) to give a genuine review. We did ask him to build us a very large motorized gate. He made this idea possible and…”

Anja Weyl

Noosa Heads

Motorized Privacy Gate

“We are extremely happy with our gates! Ian was so easy to deal with, his communication was outstanding always getting back to me straight away and answering any questions I had. The product turned out even better than…”

Sam Oxley

Maroochydore

Aluminium Gates

“The work Ian does, the quality of the product he delivers, and his customer service all deserve a 5 star review. These qualities are difficult to find in this industry. His attention to detail, technical knowledge, and…”

Carla

Caloundra

Custom Fabrication

“Absolute perfection! So glad we did our research and found Ian Blakely, owner of IB Fabbin. We're over the moon with our sliding gate! Ian is an absolute professional and fantastic to work with. His attention to detail…”

E_ H

Peregian Springs

Sliding Gate

“Ian from IB Fabbin was awesome to deal with the manufacture and install of our 2 new driveway gates. His workmanship and attention to detail is noted and appreciated. Little things like stainless steel fasteners, soft…”

Tony Browne

Kawana Waters

2x Driveway Gates

“We had our gates custom made by Ian, and they look amazing and operate perfectly, would certainly recommend to anyone considering a gate either motorised or manual (as we have one of both) and definitely recommend over…”

Sarah T

Coolum Beach

Motorised & Manual Gates

“We had two sliding gates manufactured by IB Fabbin and installed by Ian and Mark. From initial phone enquiry through to installation, Ian was easy to deal with, prompt with communication, and provided professional…”

Dan Burns

Warana

2x Sliding Gates

“Top job Ian! Automated our front gate and went above and beyond to make sure the gate worked perfectly. Would 100% recommend Ian.”

Kevin Lucus

Currimundi

Gate Automation

“Ian from IB Fabbin custom built and installed my electric gate & I couldn't be happier with the result. The quality of his workmanship is outstanding, his attention to detail really shows. What impressed me even more…”

Meg Mullins

Alexandra Headland

Custom Electric Gate

“Ian was very professional from the start, starting with the design stage all the way through to quoting and installing, very neat work and installation was on time as promised.”

Robert Monaco

Maroochydore

Design & Install Gate

“Ian built and installed our large electric gate. His service and craftsmanship was/is exceptional. The whole process was super fast and easy. His aftercare service has also been phenomenal. I would highly recommend…”

Kate Donohoe

Sunshine Beach

Large Electric Gate

“Amazing gate!!! We loved the service and efficiency and he was so honest. I highly recommend this company.”

Jasmin Pugh

Pelican Waters

Custom Aluminium Gate

“Absolutely love our new electronic gate, it looks amazing and works perfectly! Ian was so fast, efficient, and easy to deal with from start to finish. Such a smooth process and a great result, highly recommend!”

Sarah Allinson

Birtinya

Electronic Gate

“Ian from IBFabbin did a stellar job fabricating and installing our aluminium electric gate. His attention to detail, quality workmanship, and clear communication were all top notch. He even powered through in the rain…”

Jeremy Grindle

Golden Beach

Aluminium Electric Gate

“We recently worked with Ian, and the process was smooth and straightforward. He is professional, approachable, and always willing to help. Excellent customer service and exceptional workmanship. Highly recommended!”

Nat L

Mountain Creek

Custom Fabrication & Install

“I would highly recommend Ian and his services. He was prompt, reliable, friendly and provided a fair price for the privacy gate we had installed. The job was completed to our satisfaction and we were more than happy…”

Helen Mitra

Twin Waters

Privacy Gate

“Amazing service! The attention to detail was second to none, the final product was of the highest quality and it was delivered right on time. Communication with Ian was great, he was always on time and went above and…”

Jim Lagopoulos

Moffat Beach

Custom Electric Gate
The Common Thread

What customers consistently mention

The themes that come up again and again across genuine reviews.

Workmanship

Customers mention the quality of the welding and the finish on the installed gate.

Communication

Dealing direct with the fabricator, clear answers and no runaround.

Reliability

Turning up when agreed and doing what was discussed.

The finished result

A gate that fits, works smoothly and looks the part on the property.

You're not just choosing a gate

You're choosing the people who will measure it, build it and stand behind the work. The reviews above are what that looks like in practice.

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