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"Very honorable, if he gives you a quote, he will tell you how many days its good for and it will be that."

Ronnie D on December 2021

Over 40 years of experience

"Very honorable, if he gives you a quote, he will tell you how many days its good for and it will be that."

Ronnie D on December 2021


Taylor Made Land Services,LLC

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Taylor Made Land Services,LLC

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15 years of experience

Taylor Made Land Services, LLC is located in south Louisiana, near the Acadiana area. We are licensed and insured and can also do statewide work. We specialize in dirt work, land clearing, restoration, demolition, fencing, vinyl skirting, tree removal, debris removal, shredding, etc. We will be happy to give free quotes. Just give us a call at 337-412-0495 (Jake)

Taylor Made Land Services, LLC is located in south Louisiana, near the Acadiana area. We are licensed and insured and can also do statewide work. We specialize in dirt work, land clearing, restoration, demolition, fencing, vinyl skirting, tree removal, debris removal, shredding, etc. We will be happy to give free quotes. Just give us a call at 337-412-0495 (Jake)




Ancient Landmark Fence Company

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Ancient Landmark Fence Company

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22 years of experience

We are a Honest Professional Christian Fence Company that installs all type of fencing, from Chain Link, Vinyl, Barb Wire, and Wood fencing. FREE ESTIMATES for all jobs large or small. FINANCING IS AVAILABLE. Member of BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU / BBB.org

We are a Honest Professional Christian Fence Company that installs all type of fencing, from Chain Link, Vinyl, Barb Wire, and Wood fencing. FREE ESTIMATES for all jobs large or small. FINANCING IS AVAILABLE. Member of BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU / BBB.org


We do all remodeling & new construction. Will work Saturday but not Sunday in order to attend Church with my family. Will provide 24 hour emergency services on Sundays.


DW Renovations/Painting/Handyman Services

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DW Renovations/Painting/Handyman Services

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19 years of experience

No Job Too Small! Over 20+ years experience in ALL PHASES of building trades/maintenance and restoration!! Full service Home Repair/Handyman/Painting and Renovation Services! Everything from Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry to Painting, One Wall or the WHOLE House! :) Serving CENLA, Rapides, Grant, LaSalle and Avoyelles but can accommodate bigger jobs anywhere in the state! Dave: 318-528-0407 (OK to Text)

No Job Too Small! Over 20+ years experience in ALL PHASES of building trades/maintenance and restoration!! Full service Home Repair/Handyman/Painting and Renovation Services! Everything from Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry to Painting, One Wall or the WHOLE House! :) Serving CENLA, Rapides, Grant, LaSalle and Avoyelles but can accommodate bigger jobs anywhere in the state! Dave: 318-528-0407 (OK to Text)




Smith Roofing & Renovation

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Smith Roofing & Renovation

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We are your full-service roofing & renovation company. Satisfaction always a gurantee. There is no project too complex nor large for Smith Roofing & Renovation. Promotions and financing seasonal.

We are your full-service roofing & renovation company. Satisfaction always a gurantee. There is no project too complex nor large for Smith Roofing & Renovation. Promotions and financing seasonal.

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Driveway Gates questions, answered by experts

Installing your own gate is possible, but we don’t recommend it. Gates can weigh hundreds of pounds in some cases, and even types of gates made from the lightest materials are heavy, bulky, and difficult to maneuver into place. Positioning your gate perfectly is also crucial to make sure it swings smoothly and either closes automatically or doesn’t close without force, depending on your preferences. Mistakes made by DIYers can be quite costly, too, as the materials alone average around $1,000. As such, it’s better to hire a professional gate installer.

Your gate should be 3/4 to an inch smaller than the opening. The opening size that you need for your gate can vary depending on your hinge type. You may also need to add reinforcing braces if the gap between your gate and the fence is not uniform from top to bottom.

In addition to a doorbell camera, you can upgrade your home’s security with several different features. Backyard security, for instance, may include a mix of security cameras, lighting, and fencing. Additional security cameras around your property, as well as a total smart security system with an alarm connected to your smartphone, are also advisable. This could well be worth the cost for the peace of mind alone, but home security systems also lower home insurance costs.

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.

Double gates come with the same gaps as single gates, with hinges taking up a quarter of an inch of space. The difference is that double fence gates also have a center gap, which needs a little more clearance. Space the center gap at half an inch instead of the usual three-eighths of an inch for a single gate. 

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