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Avatar for Hurricane Fence Company, Inc.
Hurricane Fence Company, Inc.
3.7(
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Gate for Driveway or Security - Install or ReplaceGate for Driveway or Security - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1960

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Hurricane Fence was professional and timely. The crew was respectful of my property and pleasant. I liked the several options I had and am very pleased with what I chose."
Built and stained by HFC
Wrap Around Porch
Simtek
White Picket Fence
Designed Concrete

+65

Response time12 hrs
Response rate85%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Designer Wood and Iron Works by Art
New to Angi
Gate for Driveway or Security - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our expertise, quality, and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every client in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job we will treat your home or your business, as we would treat our own.

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Avatar for Nola Welding Works LLC
Nola Welding Works LLC
5.0(
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Gate for Driveway or Security - Install or ReplaceGate for Driveway or Security - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great I love my new metal gate ! Very affordable"
Fence and gate
Gate
Wrought iron fence with gates
Fence and concrete chain wall
Fencing Project

+99

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Grasso Construction LLC
4.8(
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Gate for Driveway or Security - Install or ReplaceGate for Driveway or Security - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fantastic job as always! Kind, courteous, professional, knowledgeable, and highly skilled. Would recommend to anyone for roofing needs."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Gus Hurst Construction
5.0(
12
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Gate for Driveway or Security - Install or ReplaceGate for Driveway or Security - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went great he came out quick and had a estimate ready the next day. He came out and had my roof torn off and put on in one day. And had my fence up in two days. I will definitely call him for future needs."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Crescent City Metal
4.7(
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Gate for Driveway or Security - Install or ReplaceGate for Driveway or Security - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Extremely well...very professional, knowledgeable, courteous, friendly, explained what he was doing and why...would I hire him again? MOST definitely"
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EarthStar Fence
5.0(
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Gate for Driveway or Security - Install or ReplaceGate for Driveway or Security - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"EarthStar Fence did an awesome job! Great company,good customer service, highly knowledgeable…would definitely recommend⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️"
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+66

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ROYAL RENOVATIONS
4.3(
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Gate for Driveway or Security - Install or ReplaceGate for Driveway or Security - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The provider is very responsive and keep the site clean and well organized. They gave me a quote about 10% less than similar service provided by Lowes (which has spoiled contractors you have to wait 5-6 weeks to arrive).
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Able Home Improvements
4.0(
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Gate for Driveway or Security - Install or ReplaceGate for Driveway or Security - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Lafitte, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They are awesome! They haven't done the work but, they have been so kind and professional."
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Recommended by72%of homeowners
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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.

While spring gates close gently but firmly, they’re not a foolproof solution for securing your yard to prevent pets or kids from escaping or unwanted guests from entering. Installing a gate latch that is sturdy and lockable with a self-closing mechanism is more effective, especially when used alongside other methods for keeping your home safe, such as cameras or motion detectors.

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.

Fence gates sag because they have no support on the latch side of the gate to help hold them aloft. A gate wheel fixes that problem by providing support for that latch side. Remember that the ground must be level in front of the gate so the wheel can roll freely when you open and close it. If the terrain is uneven or slopes, a gate wheel won’t work.

You can install a privacy cover on your wrought iron gate anytime. However, pick a dry day if you apply stain or paint to the paneling. If you’re hiring a local fencing contractor, they often offer better rates in their low season outside the busy spring and summer months.

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