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Fences Plus
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Serving Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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Emergency services offered

"I recently hired Arnie - Fences Plus contractor to add wooden stairs and a gate to my balcony, and I couldn't be happier with the result. His craftsmanship is top-notch, and he communicated clearly and politely throughout the process. He was always on time and his estimate was very reasonable compared to other contractors I considered. I highly recommend his services!"
Driveway gate using STK cedar and redwood trim.
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Right Way Garage Doors
4.8(
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Serving Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

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Emergency services offered

"I am so happy with our new garage door that was installed today, 7/5/2022 by Antonio Ayala. He was professional, polite, efficient, and patient. Antonio was very diligent and meticulous with his work. We can’t thank him enough for the wonderful service. Corey from the Sales Department was nice, professional and responsive. I would like to recognize Andrew who did the measurement. RW Garage Doors has an amazing team. Thank you so much! Aimee Custodio"
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Lighthouse Door Company
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Serving Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Everything went very well.  The service tech arrived on time, went right to work.  He lubricated all of the moving parts and adjusted the auto-stop for the drive motor.
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Copan builders general remodeling
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Serving Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

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"Oscar and his crew did an amazing job on our small drywall installation, which included baseboard installation and painting in our garage. Oscar was fast, responsive, reliable and great to work with. Will be recommending Oscar and looking to work together again in the future for sure."
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Building 101
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Serving Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

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"Rob and Buck were great!! Respectful, experienced, hard working....worth every penny. We will for sure call them back to do other larger jobs. Highly recomended!!!"
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A-1 Gates & Access
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Serving Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Emergency services offered

A-1 Gates & Access can play an important role in ensuring security, privacy, and in helping to beautify a home. It provides a wide range of door services, including iron fences, iron gates, stairway railing, balcony railing, and access control systems.\nWhether you need a gate around your pool to protect the kids from going in, a front yard gate to ensure your privacy or more, a gate technician can help deal with the issues necessary to meet the unique needs for each job.

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Driveway Gates questions, answered by experts

While there’s no hard evidence to support this idea, driveway gates at least provide an additional obstacle that may deter crime. After all, a would-be burglar or trespasser would have to break into the gate and the property itself. The extra work could encourage them to move onto a house without a driveway gate.

Security doors are not limited to standard sizes, and you can customize them to fit your needs and entryway dimensions. That's one of the fantastic things about security doors—they can be tailored to match your home. Keep in mind that a custom-sized security door will likely cost more than a standard size. 

Driveway gates can last anywhere from 10 to 30 years, depending on how well you maintain your gate, the material type, how frequently you use it, and whether you choose an automatic or manual gate. Automatic gates generally require more maintenance than manual gates due to their added sliding gate mechanisms, which can go out from frequent use.

It does matter which way a hinge is installed because it’s possible to install a hinge backward. The hinge pin should face the direction in which the door will swing, making the pin visible. Exterior doors that swing outward need a security hinge with an Allen set screw in the center to prevent someone from removing the hinge from the outside and accessing the home or business.

Ideally, a gate should be able to swing both in and out. However, if it can only open in one direction, it is generally best for it to swing inward. This is often the safest option, especially for deck gates near steps, as you'll want the gate to swing away from the stairs. An inward swing also prevents the gate from opening into a public space, like a sidewalk, and can be more convenient when carrying heavy items like a wheelbarrow into a garden.

There are exceptions, however. The layout of your property may require a different approach. For example, if your property is on a slope, the gate may not be able to swing inward. You should also ensure the gate can open fully without colliding with any objects or blocking access to other areas. For a backyard garden gate where public access isn't a concern, the direction it swings is largely a matter of personal preference. Finally, always check your local building codes, as they may have specific requirements for which way a gate must swing.

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