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C Lopez Construction LLC

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C Lopez Construction LLC

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4 years of experience

C Lopez Construction LLC strives in providing services such as Landscaping, Concrete work, Fences and Retaining Walls. We have more than 7 years of experience on the field. We also offer affordable prices to fit your budget. We work with both Residential and Commercial clients.

C Lopez Construction LLC strives in providing services such as Landscaping, Concrete work, Fences and Retaining Walls. We have more than 7 years of experience on the field. We also offer affordable prices to fit your budget. We work with both Residential and Commercial clients.

Twin City Fence LLC

North Little Rock
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Twin City Fence LLC

North Little Rock
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39 years of experience

Twin City Fence is a fencing contractor that serves all of Little Rock and surrounding areas including Sherwood, Maumelle, Jacksonville, Bryant, and Benton. We can build and install virtually any type of fence you may need. Whether you need to replace an existing wood fence, install a vinyl privacy fence, add security to your business with a chain link fence or keep young children safe and away from the pool with an ornamental iron fence.

Twin City Fence is a fencing contractor that serves all of Little Rock and surrounding areas including Sherwood, Maumelle, Jacksonville, Bryant, and Benton. We can build and install virtually any type of fence you may need. Whether you need to replace an existing wood fence, install a vinyl privacy fence, add security to your business with a chain link fence or keep young children safe and away from the pool with an ornamental iron fence.

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Hodges Building

295 Sunset Ridge
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Hodges Building

295 Sunset Ridge
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23 years of experience

With over 15 years of experience in all phases of residential home building and remodeling, I pride myself on building things the right way. I believe in the combination of fair pricing and high end craftsmanship, while never cutting corners. Transparent and clear communication, accurate budgeting, professional design, estimates, project planning, and available 3D renderings of proposed projects are just a portion of the company vision. I am a licensed and insured residential contractor serving the state of Arkansas.

With over 15 years of experience in all phases of residential home building and remodeling, I pride myself on building things the right way. I believe in the combination of fair pricing and high end craftsmanship, while never cutting corners. Transparent and clear communication, accurate budgeting, professional design, estimates, project planning, and available 3D renderings of proposed projects are just a portion of the company vision. I am a licensed and insured residential contractor serving the state of Arkansas.

All-Star Construction Service LLC

606 Ray St
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All-Star Construction Service LLC

606 Ray St
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11 years of experience

All-Star Construction Service LLC is a licensed, bonded, and insured contractor with the knowlage, experience, equipment needed to complete your project. Our goal is to provide quality construction services in a cost efficient and timely manner with safety and environmental well being as our top priorities.

All-Star Construction Service LLC is a licensed, bonded, and insured contractor with the knowlage, experience, equipment needed to complete your project. Our goal is to provide quality construction services in a cost efficient and timely manner with safety and environmental well being as our top priorities.

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Hill's Remodeling & Handyman Service

176 Gilbert Parkway
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Hill's Remodeling & Handyman Service

176 Gilbert Parkway
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We do all remodeling & new construction. Will work Saturday but not Sunday in order to attend Church with my family. Will provide 24 hour emergency services on Sundays.

We do all remodeling & new construction. Will work Saturday but not Sunday in order to attend Church with my family. Will provide 24 hour emergency services on Sundays.

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Driveway Gates questions, answered by experts

Installing your own gate is possible, but we don’t recommend it. Gates can weigh hundreds of pounds in some cases, and even types of gates made from the lightest materials are heavy, bulky, and difficult to maneuver into place. Positioning your gate perfectly is also crucial to make sure it swings smoothly and either closes automatically or doesn’t close without force, depending on your preferences. Mistakes made by DIYers can be quite costly, too, as the materials alone average around $1,000. As such, it’s better to hire a professional gate installer.

Assuming the site is prepped and you have all the tools and materials ready, you should budget the better part of a day to build a driveway gate. This can depend on your DIY experience and which materials you’ve chosen, such as building from scratch or using a prefabricated option. The gate size and finishing touches, like painting or staining, can also add to the overall time budget.

Your wooden gate post hole should be a third to a half of the height of the post. Also, note that the diameter of the post hole should be three times the diameter of the post. You should set the post in concrete to ensure a long-lasting and durable post that will withstand the test of time.

While many gate hinges are often made of extremely durable materials, such as galvanized steel, they can wear out after many years. How quickly they wear out also depends on how much use they’ve endured. It’s also possible for the hinge screws to fall out, which weakens the hinge. Once a hinge wears out, it’s time for a replacement so your gate doesn’t start sagging.

Instead of a security door, you might opt for a heavy-duty screen door made from durable mesh, which allows better sunlight and airflow. Additionally, you could enhance security by installing strong locks on your existing door. A double-cylinder deadbolt provides robust security; however, be aware that some local laws prohibit them due to safety concerns during emergencies.

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