Can I install my own driveway gate?

• <div><p>It might be possible to install your own manual driveway gate rather than an automatic one, but we don’t recommend it. Driveway gates are large, heavy, and bulky, and getting them to your house and maneuvering them for installation can be dangerous. It’s also challenging to install the gate and balance it perfectly so that it functions as expected, and wiring any automation mechanisms for your gate is also dangerous and requires help from an electrician. We recommend leaving the work to a professional driveway gate installer.</p></div>

When is the best time to install a privacy cover on your wrought iron gate?

• <div><p>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 <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/fence-companies/">hiring a local fencing contractor,</a> they often offer better rates in their low season outside the busy spring and summer months.</p></div>

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Q: Is a sliding gate more cost-effective compared to a swing gate?

• <div><p>When making this decision, three essential factors come into play. For budget-conscious individuals, swing gates are the more economical choice. Despite the possibility of both gate types having similar dimensions, many types of sliding gates demand a more intricate opening mechanism and additional components, requiring electrical work for motors and signaling remotes, resulting in higher installation costs.</p></div>

Q: Should a wooden gate swing in or out?

• <div><p>Ideally, your gate would swing both in and out. However, if it can only open in one direction, it's generally best for the gate to swing inward. There are exceptions, however. For example, if your property is on a slope, your gate may not be able to swing in.</p><p>Keep in mind that there may be local building codes that require your gate to swing inward.</p></div>

Q: Can thieves open electric gates?

• <div><p>Thieves can open almost anything with enough time and the right tools, but they also prefer easy targets that are unlikely to get them caught. Forcing open gates is loud and difficult, and to be able to open one electronically requires extensive knowledge of the system, which most thieves don't have. Electric and other <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/types-of-security-gates.htm">security gates</a> are great deterrents because the thief will move to an easier target. If the thief is determined to enter your property, they will most likely find a different entrance point.</p></div>

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Last update on December 07, 2025

Reviewed in March 2025
Run! Do not do business with them! They will screw you over. They paved our driveway in Nov 2024 and up until March 2025, they still haven't come back to fix the major issue. To make a long story short, they paved OVER our water meter. It was a lot of headache and hassle trying to get them...
McNeil's Paving
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Reviewed in September 2024
I had Legacy widen, grade, law millings and compact my large "U" shaped driveway. They were great to work with, respectful and timely. I would recommend them to anyone needing work completed
Legacy Land Management
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Reviewed in August 2023
They were very responsive, competitive price, informative, and quick. The driveway looks amazing!
RJ & Sons Paving
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Reviewed in April 2023
Review just says carpentry. But they: Painted Carpentry work Gravel driveway work All great. No complaints.
Sandco, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2022
Did an excellent job even helped with my gate to get the machine through. I couldn't be happier the grass looks fabulous this time.
Lawn Renovations, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2020
I hired Hughes and Sons, LLC recently to sealcoat my asphalt driveway. Very professional staff and I could tell right away that he knew what he was doing. He was patient with me and answered all my questions without the sales-pitch pressure. I had small cracks that were becoming larger. They...
Hughes & Sons Property Maintenance
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Reviewed in October 2019
Collin is professional. He arrived on time. I want someone to plow the driveway when it snows. It is nice to know I am on his list when it does snow. I called Collin for fall clean up. He did a great job! I had a zillion oak leaves he even climbed on the roof to remove leaves. He made the place...
Park City Aqua Turf LLC
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Reviewed in February 2018
Accurate Asphalt was incredible to work with. Literally everything you could ask for in a contractor, they delivered on and exceeded expectations. Do yourself a favor and use them for your next asphalt driveway, you wont regret it!
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Reviewed in March 2014
We found AC paving through the work they have done all over the place in our area. The owner of company and his time are very professional. They were always on time and their work is also of very good quality. The paving of driveway was completed well within stipulated time. I highly...
AC Paving Company
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Reviewed in January 2013
Mike was very responsive and gave us an estimate very quickly. He was very professional and showed us and explained to us all of our options. We were very pleased with the overall look of the fence. The quality of the wood is great. However, the main part that we were not at all pleased with...
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