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AJP Construction
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Serving Lorida, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Overall installation went really well. Karl constantly shows ingenuity on any project he works on. He seems to be able to look at a picture and easily re-create it. For example: I handed him 2 newel posts a 8 foot piece of base molding, an 8 foot 5" wide piece of MDF, some bead board, a side panel and a base kitchen cabinet... and he built a beautiful kitchen island. Bottom line- you give him the materials and the idea and he will bring it to life. On top of everything else, Karl is sincere, honest and shows up as promised. He is definitely the exception among your usual lot of South Florida contractors.
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KBS Custom Fence & Handyman Service LLC
5.0(
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Serving Lorida, FL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

"They are excellent, the estimates were prompt, they are quick, the quality of work was excellent, they sent me photos about the process and I can't say enough about them. I will recommend them to others."
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Fantastic Manufacturing, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Lorida, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Awesome job!, nicely done!, This is a company that you can rely on, we hired them to rebuild our entry gate and install a new motor, since our first interaction with the owner was very professional,knowledgeable and he offered competitive pricing. Now we just enjoying our new gate nicely done!!"
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New to Angi

Serving Lorida, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We are a company with a rich history of over 16 years in the garage door installation and service, with an impressive record of over 50,000 successful installations and an unwavering focus on customer satisfaction. Our passion for what we do and the support of an exceptional team have allowed us to achieve success in the industry and continue to grow year after year.

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Driveway Gates questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Other mechanisms can help you keep your gate securely shut. Secure gate latch types will do the job, such as magnetic or spring-loading, self-closing lever varieties, or automatic gate openers. However, they won’t control the speed at which the gate closes. You can purchase slam plates that use rubber buffers to reduce noise and the potential damage-inducing impact of a fast-closing, heavy gate.

The obvious disadvantage of an automatic gate is that it runs on electricity. If the power goes out, it won’t open or close unless there’s a manual override. Many homeowners will need a backup generator so they don’t get stuck on either side of the gate, particularly when looking to park a vehicle. Automatic gates are also much more complicated than manual gates, with tech-heavy components that make them more expensive to repair.

A Trex gate costs $750 plus another $200 for the hardware pack necessary for installation. By contrast, Trex fencing ranges in price from $22 to $38 per linear foot, so you may pay a lot or a little depending on just how much space you need to enclose in your yard. 

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