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Hampton Enterprise LLC
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Serving Start, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

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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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Pinnacle Contracting Concepts, LLC
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Serving Start, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Pinnacle Contracting Concepts, LLC is a full service remodeling company striving for customer satisfaction at all times. Whether your remodeling your first Condo or adding a suite to your fourth Castle, with over 22 years of combined experience, we can help! We generate mostly refferal based leads which is a testament to our excellant quality and service. Our approach is as if every job is another chance for us to help you Rebuild your Dreams!! Give us a call for a free consultation!!\nPinnacle has also become a large force in helping our countries Hurricane victims in the Gulf Coast. With crews in 3 of the Gulf Coast States, we are offering Debris clean-up, Demolition, and Construction Services. Our goal is to help get our neighbors back into their homes as soon as possible.

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Teresa's Construction
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Serving Start, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Teresa's Construction is committed to excellence 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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Tidy Tarra and all around odd job pro!
New to Angi

Serving Start, LA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I’m a self motivated individual who takes pride in everything I do! I have a full time job in the restaurant and hospitality industry and have worked in this area for twenty plus years! I have strong customer service skills and have worked in the cleaning industry as well with experience in commercial as well as personal individual services! I give my all when working for a client or company! I’m punctual, organized, and as dependable as they come. Don’t take my word for it I have references available and I’m an open book! Feel free to contact my supervisor at my full time job for verification of my work style and ethic!

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Driveway Gates questions, answered by experts

Yes, most electric and automatic gates can be opened manually. They are equipped with a manual override or release mechanism that detaches the motor from the gate, allowing it to be moved by hand. This feature is essential during power outages or other emergencies.

To activate the manual override, you will typically need a specific key or tool. In some cases, you may also need a screwdriver to remove a cover to access the release mechanism. The use of a key is a common security measure to prevent unauthorized individuals from manually opening the gate.

Because every model is different, it is highly recommended to consult your gate's user manual to familiarize yourself with the specific procedure before you need to use it. Keep any necessary keys or tools in an accessible location. Be aware that automatic gates can be very heavy, so opening and closing them manually may be difficult.

In North America, electric gates are also subject to the UL 325 Standard for Safety, which includes provisions to allow emergency responders to access the property.

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. 

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.

Yes, driveway gates can help secure your home by deterring burglars from accessing your property. Climbing a gate slows down burglars while also attracting attention to your gate. If you live further down your property and want to increase security, you can also install a gate security camera that connects to your gate and monitors the area for suspicious activity.

Depending on your needs and wants, investing in a security door can be well worth the cost. Now that you know the pros and cons, you can decide if it’s a purchase that makes sense for your family. If you’re ready to have one installed in your home, look into security door installers in your area.

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