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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>

Q: How reliable is a gate spring for security?

• <div><p>While spring gates close gently but firmly, they&rsquo;re not a foolproof solution for securing your yard to prevent pets or kids from escaping or unwanted guests from entering. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-install-latch-on-a-gate.htm">Installing a gate latch</a> 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.</p></div>

Q: How deep should a wooden gate post be?

• <div><p>Your wooden gate post hole should be a third to a half of the height of the post. Also, note that the diameter of the post hole should be three times the diameter of the post. You should set the post in concrete to ensure a long-lasting and durable post that will withstand the test of time.</p></div>

Q: Can I install my own gates?

• <div><p>Installing your own gate is possible, but we don&rsquo;t recommend it. Gates can weigh hundreds of pounds in some cases, and even <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/types-of-home-gates.htm">types of gates</a> 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&rsquo;t close without force, depending on your preferences. Mistakes made by DIYers can be quite costly, too, as the materials alone average around <b>$1,000</b>. As such, it&rsquo;s better to hire a professional gate installer.</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>

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McGee Fence

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McGee Fence

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Customers say: Quality work

19 years of experience

McGee Fence is a family-owned and operated business with more than 20 years of experience providing high-quality material and workmanship throughout the Eastern Shore of Maryland & Delaware Beach area. We strive to give all of our customers the personalized, attentive service that they deserve. We build each project to the specification of our clients to meet their individual needs and personal budget. If you are looking for a premier maintenance free vinyl or aluminum fence company, McGee Fence can offer you the services and products you need!

"Great!! Very efficient and high quality work. Most reasonably priced of all of the quotes received for the work also."

Donna S on May 2020

"Great!! Very efficient and high quality work. Most reasonably priced of all of the quotes received for the work also."

Donna S on May 2020

TOP NOTCH MAILBOX CO

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TOP NOTCH MAILBOX CO

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Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 90% of Angi customers

MD License 13453499

"Great. Company brought everything to premises including mailbox and post."

Carolyn H on August 2020

MD License 13453499

"Great. Company brought everything to premises including mailbox and post."

Carolyn H on August 2020

Hampton Enterprise LLC

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Hampton Enterprise LLC

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36 years of experience

Our mission at Hampton Enterprise LLC is to provide clients with superior customer service, quality work and speedy service in all aspects of their home improvement needs. Licensed, insured and trusted since 1989; come discover the Hampton difference today! We specialize in the installation and repair of Windows, Doors, Flooring, Sinks, Bathtubs, Showers, Sprinkler Systems and much more. We also offer Interior and Exterior Home Painting, Custom Welding Fabrication and Carpentry.Localy in your area just call and i will call back with a local number thank you . from James Hampton AL.Dothan 334-648-3817, AL Birmingham 334-648-3817, AL Huntsville 334-648-3817, AL Mobile 334-648-3817, AL Tuscaloosa 334-648-3817, AL Montgomery 334-578-4761, AR Little Rock 334-648-3817, AZ Phoenix 334-648-3817, CA LosAngeles/Sacramento 334-648-3817, CO Denver/Colorado Springs 334-648-3817, CT Hartford 334-648-3817, DE Dover 334-648-3817, FL Tallahassee 334-648-3817, FL Cape Canaveral/ Cocoa 334-648-3817, FL. Destin 334-648-3817, FL Gainsville 334-648-3817 Fl Jacksonville 334-648-3817, FL Orlando 334-648-3817, FL Panama City 334-648-3817, FL Tampa 334-648-3817, FL Miami 334-648-3817, GA Atlanta 334-648-3817, GA Albany 334-648-3817, GA Augusta 334-648-3817, GA Columbus 334-648-3817, GA Macon 334-648-3817, GA Valdosta 334-648-3817, IA Des Moines 334-648-3817, ID Boise 334-648-3817, IL Chicago/Springfield 334-648-3817, IN Indianapolis 334-648-3817, KS Levenworth/Topeka 334-648-3817, KY Frankfort 334-648-3817, LA New orleans/Baton Rouge 334-648-3817, MA Boston 334-648-3817, MD Annapolis 334-648-3817, ME Augusta 334-648-3817, MI Detroit/Lansing 334-648-3817, MN Saint Paul 334-648-3817, MO kansas City/Jefferson City 334-648-3817, MS Jackson 334-648-3817, MS Biloxi 334-648-3817, MS Gulf Port 334-648-3817, MT helena 334-648-3817, NC Raleigh 334-648-3817, ND Bismark 334-648-3817, NE Lincoln 334-648-3817, NJ Trenton 334-648-3817, NM Santa Fe 334-648-3817, NV Carson City 334-648-3817, NV Las Vegas 334-648-3817 NY Albany 334-648-3817, OH Columbus 334-648-3817, OK Oklahoma Ciy 334-648-3817, OR Salem 334-648-3817, PA harrisburg 334-648-3817, RI Providence 334-648-3817, SC Columbia 334-648-3817, SD Pierre 334-648-3817, TN nashville 334-648-3817, TX Austin 334-648-3817, UT Salt Lake City 334-648-3817, VA Richmond 334-648-3817, VT montpelier 334-648-3817, WI Madison 334-648-3817, WV Charleston 334-648-3817, WY Cheyenne 334-648-3817

"They guys suck."

Penny S on February 2024

"They guys suck."

Penny S on February 2024

Arcadia Fencing Inc.

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Arcadia Fencing Inc.

4.40(

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Customers say: Super punctual

25 years of experience

Arcadia Fencing is Delaware and Maryland's Eastern Shore Premier Installer of Maintenance Free Vinyl and Ornamental Aluminum Fencing. Please look around our site and schedule your FREE Estimate Today!

"The work was of average quality with wood pickets bowing within weeks of being installed. Gate was not installed properly and sags. As these guys later said ......we are just farm boys who can make more money building fences......and their communication and comprehenion skills are non-existent They said they would correct the issues and months later they have not and said they have to meet with me first but every time I try and schedule something they are busy. I keep 15% of the remaining back until they corrected the work which should have been done months ago. After months of nothing, they demanded that I pay the bill or they will remove the fence. They will now not agree to correcting the issues."

marie j on July 2018

"The work was of average quality with wood pickets bowing within weeks of being installed. Gate was not installed properly and sags. As these guys later said ......we are just farm boys who can make more money building fences......and their communication and comprehenion skills are non-existent They said they would correct the issues and months later they have not and said they have to meet with me first but every time I try and schedule something they are busy. I keep 15% of the remaining back until they corrected the work which should have been done months ago. After months of nothing, they demanded that I pay the bill or they will remove the fence. They will now not agree to correcting the issues."

marie j on July 2018

Heritage Landscaping

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Heritage Landscaping

3.00(

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Customers say: Quality work

10 years of experience

At Heritage Landscaping we are full service landscape company to provide you with all your planting,hardscaping an outdoor living area needs we also are associated with WoodlandNursery of Salisbury which has been in business for 58 years. We strive to build back yard sanctuaries an properties to have a long term landscape affect. Please contact us for a free evaluation.

JK & Son Services, LLC

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JK & Son Services, LLC

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17 years of experience

We Provide any, Concrete, Stamped Concrete,Fence,Deck, Roofing & Paint Service. We have over 15 Years of Experience we always aim for Quality work & to please our customers, our work won't disappoint.

Shore Sudz Pressure Washing

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Shore Sudz Pressure Washing

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Shore Sudz Pressure Washing is committed to top tier Service. Clean your Home, not your Wallet!! Our Service Range From *Exterior Home Washing *Gutters *Patios/Decks *Porches/Steps *Fencing (Metal/wood/Plastic) *Driveway Gating *Walkways/Driveways/Sidewalks *Brick/Stone/concrete walls *Brick/Stone/concrete pathways *Gazebos/greenhouse/outdoor furniture *Roofs *Garages/ Garage Floors *Concrete Basement *Pools *Commercial Service *Truck and Trailer Service *Washouts *Fleet *Headstone/Memorials *Awnings *Trashcan/Dumpsters *Fuel Tanks *Glass Services *And Much More GIVE US A CALL TODAY FOR YOUR FREE QUOTE!!!! 410-924-5424

Sky Forge

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Sky Forge

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11 years of experience

I am an artist blacksmith and I want to be a part of anything to do with metal. My services include, but not limited too, residential/commercial, railings, gates, furniture, lighting fixtures, fireplace tools/surrounds, on site welding, and whatever else you would like to create! Everything is custom, so I can work with you on designs to flow with your home and space.

Top notch welding and fabrication

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Top notch welding and fabrication

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Top notch welding is a small town business doing big things. - we are dedicated to providing the highest quality welds and services - licensed and insured - Certified structural and pipe welding - No job to big or small - Specialize in all welding, structural, pipe, equipment repairs, fab work

Schwinn's Construction

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Schwinn's Construction

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43 years of experience

Free estimates. Locally owned and operated with over 30 years experience. Guaranteed customer service and Guaranteed customer satisfaction.

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Last update on December 30, 2025

Reviewed in June 2025
We love our new driveway. Jimmy gave us an excellent price and completed the driveway in only 1 day. No more weeds and standing water we couldn?t be happier.
J.M. Paving
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Reviewed in January 2025
Went above and beyond in service. I asked for the driveway cleared from the road to the door, which is a sizeable chunk of the driveway. He did that, plus finished the driveway circle. He also dug out our mailbox and dug a path to access it. All for the price we were quoted originally.
Davis Leaf Removal & Services
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Reviewed in October 2023
Did a great job on my driveway install if ur looking for a driveway call these guys
Atlantic Paving & Concrete Services
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Reviewed in September 2023
Excellent contractor to do business with. Contractor shows up when scheduled to come and on time, also excellent workmanship,
Armando's Landscaping & Masonry, Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2023
Very timely and flexible about project parameters
Orme Building Services
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Reviewed in January 2023
Fantastic! On time, great communication, excellent skilled work. Highly recommend. We plan to use Rod again.
RS Tile, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2022
Blayne Gates and Junior provided us with excellent service last Thursday. We highly recommend Expert Wire for any electrical needs.
Expert Wire, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2022
Did a amazing job on Driveway and sidewalks
VP Curb & Concrete, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2021
Done a really great job replacing my driveway. Excellent work
Affordable Asphalt and Sealcoating, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2021
It was beautiful. They were so clean and picking up everything. They took care of every single thing. They were so nice and kind. I'm so really grateful and he was a kind man.
Spartan Shield Roofing and Home Improvement Inc.
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Driveway Gates questions, answered by experts

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 security gates 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.

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.

Your wooden gate post hole should be a third to a half of the height of the post. Also, note that the diameter of the post hole should be three times the diameter of the post. You should set the post in concrete to ensure a long-lasting and durable post that will withstand the test of time.

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.

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.

Keep in mind that there may be local building codes that require your gate to swing inward.

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JK & Son Services, LLC

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