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Gate Systems1
New to Angi

Serving Clinton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With over 25 years of industry experience, we offer state of the art security solutions that are specifically designed, crafted, and installed with your unique signature and security needs in mind. Our knowledge and experience are specialized across multiple security platforms ranging from residential lifestyle and community entry, to industrial and commercial access, to the most stringent custom security protection demands. We look forward to earning your business!

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Hampton Enterprise LLC
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Serving Clinton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I only use James when I need some work done to my house. He responds fast, gets the work done quicker than just about anyone else I've ever used and seems very concerned with leaving his customers happy."
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Blairs
New to Angi

Serving Clinton, IL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

I'm Justin and I'm always prepared to go that extra mile to make it right and keep it looking good,safe and you happy. very well rounded in most forms and types of home repairs, remodels and services.such as carpentry, plumbing,light electrical, ceiling fan bath vents, excavation land grading, retaining walls,fences and much more.

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Deck revamp
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Deck revamp

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New Start Fencing and Renovations
New to Angi

Serving Clinton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

New Start Fencing and Renovations is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call us today!

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RCS Welding and Fabrication LLC
New to Angi

Serving Clinton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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Providing high quality welding and fabrication services. We have many years experience in welding and heavy equipment repairs. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. See our services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

Wear plate replacement
Welded on new wear plates on sides on bucket
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Cortelyou machine and Welding
New to Angi

Serving Clinton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Cortelyou Machine and Welding is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business

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Gate Repair questions, answered by experts

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.

A gate shouldn’t be higher or lower than the fence it's attached to. If the gate is lower than the fence, it encourages strangers to peek at your property. If the gate is higher than the fence, it just looks weird. Gates allow for increased security and aesthetics, so ensure the gate rests at the same height as the fence.

This largely depends on the layout of your property and your preferred walking route to various entryways. Take your time figuring out the perfect spot for the gate to avoid difficulties later on. With all this said, the best place to put a gate is an area free from obstructions that offer the shortest route to your house.

While it is possible to install a manual gate yourself, it is generally not recommended. Professional installation is strongly advised, especially for automated or large driveway gates. Gates can be extremely heavy, sometimes weighing hundreds of pounds, which makes them bulky and dangerous to maneuver into place. Proper installation requires perfect positioning and balancing to ensure the gate swings smoothly and functions as intended. For automated gates, the wiring is also hazardous and typically requires a licensed electrician. Mistakes during a DIY installation can be costly, as materials alone can average around $1,000. Given the safety risks and the difficulty of achieving a proper setup, it is best to hire a professional gate installer.

Yes, you can convert manual gates to electric operation. Installing a motor and an opening device from a kit allows you to convert any gate so it can open and close automatically. Be sure to buy the correct type of opener for your gate style. For example, some openers are specific to swinging gates, while others are for sliding gates. Get familiar with your swinging or sliding gate parts before you go shopping to avoid having to return to the store for the correct opener.

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