Should fence installers be certified or licensed?

<div><p>Yes, most states require a fencing installer to be licensed, and for good reason. Hiring an <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-avoid-home-improvement-fraud.htm">unlicensed fence installer</a> could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations. </p><p>As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification, which include:</p><ul><li><p>The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check</p></li><li><p>Required to have applicable state and local licenses</p></li><li><p>Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review</p></li><li><p>Paying to advertise their services</p></li><li><p>Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi</p></li></ul><p>Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.</p></div>

How much do handymen charge?

<div><p>The average <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-are-common-handyman-prices.htm">cost to hire a handyman</a> ranges from about <b>$40 to $140 per hour</b>. Average project cost ranges between $180 and $700, but the cost per hour and per project depends heavily on the type, size, and complexity of the project. The pro’s experience level and your location also factor into how much a handyman charges per hour or per project. You can also expect to pay higher rates or additional fees for emergency services, or around periods of high customer demand, like holidays. </p></div>

How do I choose a driveway gate?

<div><p>When choosing a driveway gate, consider the fence material, whether you want an <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/automatic-front-gate-options.htm">automatic gate</a> or a manual one, and property limitations like the slope of your driveway. We recommend speaking with a professional driveway gate installer to see what types of gates will work on your property based on your fencing or home’s exterior. Keep in mind that driveway gates should range between 10 to 12 feet wide to ensure cars can easily maneuver through the gateway.</p></div>

How much does driveway gate installation cost?

<div><p>The average <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-install-security-gate.htm">cost to install a driveway gate</a> is around <b>$3,500</b>, and prices usually total between <b>$1,900 and $6,000</b>. However, security and driveway gates can cost as much as <b>$12,000</b>. Some cost factors include the size of the gate, the type of gate, the gate material, and the security level of the gate. A wrought iron gate will be more expensive than a PVC driveway gate, which will typically cost more than a wood gate. Automated gates are always more expensive than manual ones, as they require additional electrical installation.</p></div>

How much does it cost to install a pet fence?

<div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/different-types-dog-fences-and-how-much-they-cost.htm">cost to install a pet fence</a> ranges from <b>$1,500 to $8,000</b> on average. This cost is primarily dependent on the type of fence material and the width and height of the fence and your geographical location.</p><p>A wood privacy fence that is 150 linear feet can range from <b>$1,000 to $4,500</b>. However, the same length of fence in aluminum will cost closer to <b>$4,500 to $6,000</b>. In addition, some states are simply more expensive than others to build a fence due to increased demand and cost of living. </p></div>

Top 10 Best Chain link fence repair pros in Utica, IL

Perfect Choice Exteriors LLC

Perfect Choice Exteriors LLC

Customers say: Terrific value

Recommended by 90% of Angi customers

194 local quotes requested

Your Satisfaction is Our Priority. With over 20 years of experience in home improvement including windows, siding, and roofing, we’re ready to ensure your upgrade is just right. Our company is based on the belief that our customers needs are of the utmost importance. Our entire team is committed to meeting those needs. As a result, a high percentage of our business is from repeat customers and referrals. Locally Owned for over 20 years!

"Well , I would give it a zero star if I could. We scheduled an appointment after we spoke with one of the representatives at our local fall festival. He seemed great and we are in the market for replacing our windows and siding. We scheduled the appointment for Saturday at one PM. They called on Friday and verified the appointment for the following day. One o'clock came and went and at one thirty I called the business and was transferred to an answering service. The third party answering service was great and she took down our name and information verified our contact number, email, and address and said they would forward it onto the company and someone would be in touch. Two days later and no contact. The company was a no call no show for the appointment that they had verified the day before! Zero professionalism, respect, or regard for potential clients with a decent sized job! Grateful we dodged that nightmare before it started!"

Nathan H on October 2024

Your Satisfaction is Our Priority. With over 20 years of experience in home improvement including windows, siding, and roofing, we’re ready to ensure your upgrade is just right. Our company is based on the belief that our customers needs are of the utmost importance. Our entire team is committed to meeting those needs. As a result, a high percentage of our business is from repeat customers and referrals. Locally Owned for over 20 years!

"Well , I would give it a zero star if I could. We scheduled an appointment after we spoke with one of the representatives at our local fall festival. He seemed great and we are in the market for replacing our windows and siding. We scheduled the appointment for Saturday at one PM. They called on Friday and verified the appointment for the following day. One o'clock came and went and at one thirty I called the business and was transferred to an answering service. The third party answering service was great and she took down our name and information verified our contact number, email, and address and said they would forward it onto the company and someone would be in touch. Two days later and no contact. The company was a no call no show for the appointment that they had verified the day before! Zero professionalism, respect, or regard for potential clients with a decent sized job! Grateful we dodged that nightmare before it started!"

Nathan H on October 2024

Evolution Drafting

1185 Utah Ave. Suite 107

1185 Utah Ave. Suite 107

Customers say: Terrific value

3239 local quotes requested

7 years of experience

Our firm is a dynamic provider of drafting and house plan services, dedicated to turning your visions into tangible and pleasing structures. With a commitment to excellence, we bring expertise and innovation to every project we undertake. We specialize in comprehensive drafting services tailored to meet diverse client needs. Our offering include: Design: Crafting unique and functional designs that blend creativity with practicality. Drafting Services: Precision and attention to detail in creating accurate and detailed drafts for seamless project execution. 3D Modeling: Bringing designs to life with realistic 3D models that provide a vivid preview of the final structure. Project Management: From concept to completion, we offer end-to-end project management ensuring timely and efficient delivery. Interior Design: Enhancing spaces with innovative interior designs that harmonize aesthetics and functionality. Detail Services Offered: - Building Code Compliance - Construction Documentation - Renovation and Remodeling Plans About our Team: Our team comprises draftsman and project managers, each bringing a unique skill, style and experience to the table. Collaborative teamwork and alliance is at the core of our success, ensuring a holist approach to every project. We take pride in our commitment to delivering high-quality work on every project. Our rigorous quality control measures, pays attention to client requirements, and adherence to industry standards are the cornerstones of our success. Your satisfaction is our top priority and guarantee. At Evolution Drafting, we don't design structures; we create environments that inspire and endure. Work with us and experience the art of living.

"I experienced some frustration relating our design preferences long distance but eventually got what we needed. Staff were pleasant. Excellent value for the service provided and will definitely use again for simple, small to medium sized projects in the future."

Branden M on August 2025

Our firm is a dynamic provider of drafting and house plan services, dedicated to turning your visions into tangible and pleasing structures. With a commitment to excellence, we bring expertise and innovation to every project we undertake. We specialize in comprehensive drafting services tailored to meet diverse client needs. Our offering include: Design: Crafting unique and functional designs that blend creativity with practicality. Drafting Services: Precision and attention to detail in creating accurate and detailed drafts for seamless project execution. 3D Modeling: Bringing designs to life with realistic 3D models that provide a vivid preview of the final structure. Project Management: From concept to completion, we offer end-to-end project management ensuring timely and efficient delivery. Interior Design: Enhancing spaces with innovative interior designs that harmonize aesthetics and functionality. Detail Services Offered: - Building Code Compliance - Construction Documentation - Renovation and Remodeling Plans About our Team: Our team comprises draftsman and project managers, each bringing a unique skill, style and experience to the table. Collaborative teamwork and alliance is at the core of our success, ensuring a holist approach to every project. We take pride in our commitment to delivering high-quality work on every project. Our rigorous quality control measures, pays attention to client requirements, and adherence to industry standards are the cornerstones of our success. Your satisfaction is our top priority and guarantee. At Evolution Drafting, we don't design structures; we create environments that inspire and endure. Work with us and experience the art of living.

"I experienced some frustration relating our design preferences long distance but eventually got what we needed. Staff were pleasant. Excellent value for the service provided and will definitely use again for simple, small to medium sized projects in the future."

Branden M on August 2025

Christensen Carpentry

2875 East 2339th Road

Christensen Carpentry

2875 East 2339th Road

Customers say: Quick response

6 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Christiansen Carpentry strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"Unprofessional, untimely, poor workmanship, stressful experience. Shawn did a LVP flooring install on two levels of my house, including the kitchen. Almost $8K for 1K SF. Flooring failed 1st time due to no subfloor leveling despite me asking twice if it was needed. 24 planks in 600 SF were separating in 2 weeks. Once I informed Shawn the floor was failing, his workers tried accessing my garage without permission to get tools. Seemed like they were trying to split on a bad job. Despite the bad job done, I worked with him on cost-effective products to try and save as much money as possible on the rework. Both levels of flooring had issues, but I only asked for main level to be redone. Ultimately, it took 4 months of poor communication and terrible customer service to finally get new flooring installed, still not level but holding????! Ultimately, the new flooring installed was left unfinished, leaving me to install trim, transitions, end caps, stair nosing and caulk on my own."

Michelle A on June 2025

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Christiansen Carpentry strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"Unprofessional, untimely, poor workmanship, stressful experience. Shawn did a LVP flooring install on two levels of my house, including the kitchen. Almost $8K for 1K SF. Flooring failed 1st time due to no subfloor leveling despite me asking twice if it was needed. 24 planks in 600 SF were separating in 2 weeks. Once I informed Shawn the floor was failing, his workers tried accessing my garage without permission to get tools. Seemed like they were trying to split on a bad job. Despite the bad job done, I worked with him on cost-effective products to try and save as much money as possible on the rework. Both levels of flooring had issues, but I only asked for main level to be redone. Ultimately, it took 4 months of poor communication and terrible customer service to finally get new flooring installed, still not level but holding????! Ultimately, the new flooring installed was left unfinished, leaving me to install trim, transitions, end caps, stair nosing and caulk on my own."

Michelle A on June 2025

Daniel Henry Builders, Inc.

Daniel Henry Builders, Inc.

Customers say: Quality work

13 local quotes requested

28 years of experience

At Daniel Henry Builders, Inc., we are a family owned and operated business. We started this business in 1997 and our company's specialties range from building to additions to remodeling. We are an experienced custom home builder, modular home builder as well and we offer everything you may need for your kitchen, bath, or basement remodel, from simple installation to detailed design. Please give us a call and thank you for doing so.

"No comments."

Jamie L on April 2020

At Daniel Henry Builders, Inc., we are a family owned and operated business. We started this business in 1997 and our company's specialties range from building to additions to remodeling. We are an experienced custom home builder, modular home builder as well and we offer everything you may need for your kitchen, bath, or basement remodel, from simple installation to detailed design. Please give us a call and thank you for doing so.

"No comments."

Jamie L on April 2020

Sun Structures Designs

Sun Structures Designs

56 local quotes requested

35 years of experience

Sun Structure Designs, Inc., is an Illinois state premier sunroom company. Our integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail, sets us apart from the rest. Call us today! Thank you!

"Great job. Sunroom looks amazing"

Jodi S on June 2025

Sun Structure Designs, Inc., is an Illinois state premier sunroom company. Our integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail, sets us apart from the rest. Call us today! Thank you!

"Great job. Sunroom looks amazing"

Jodi S on June 2025

17 years of experience

I am a jack of all trades. I have been a single homeowner for almost 20 years, and have taken care of everything in my home myself. Plumbing, drywall, painting, constructing, yardwork, gutters, car repairs, cleaning...you name it, I can figure it out correctly.

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

We do custom cold & hot water pressure washing. Along with that we also do roofs, gutter cleaning, exterior house washing, sidewalks, driveways, and fencing. Also exterior painting and roof coating. Give us a call to discuss your project! Or click to request a quote.

"Jamie was professional, polite, communicative, and kept me informed on process and timeline. The house looks great and I'm thrilled with the results."

HOLLY P on July 2025

We do custom cold & hot water pressure washing. Along with that we also do roofs, gutter cleaning, exterior house washing, sidewalks, driveways, and fencing. Also exterior painting and roof coating. Give us a call to discuss your project! Or click to request a quote.

"Jamie was professional, polite, communicative, and kept me informed on process and timeline. The house looks great and I'm thrilled with the results."

HOLLY P on July 2025

Festive Fright Lights

No reviews

Festive Fright Lights

No reviews

1 years of experience

License and insured professional holiday lighting company. At Festive Fright Lights we want to assist you in having a safe and bright holiday season, we will remove the hassle of decorating your house. We design, install, and remove everything we set up, if you have any issue’s just send us a picture and one of our professional installers will be out within 48 hours to correct the issue. Let’s light up your holidays.

15 years of experience

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

1) Hello customers I'm Greg pitstick owner and operator of country refinishing I hand strip or use the flow over system like washing your car I pickup/deliver the finished furniture back to the customer (YOU ) 21 yrs in service (QUALITY WORK)

"Good communication and my pieces look absolutely amazing. Will definitely contact them again for refinishing needs!"

Heidi M on September 2024

1) Hello customers I'm Greg pitstick owner and operator of country refinishing I hand strip or use the flow over system like washing your car I pickup/deliver the finished furniture back to the customer (YOU ) 21 yrs in service (QUALITY WORK)

"Good communication and my pieces look absolutely amazing. Will definitely contact them again for refinishing needs!"

Heidi M on September 2024