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>

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Q: How do I stop rubbish from blowing under my gate?

• <div><p>To stop trash from blowing under your gate, you can install anti-litter netting. This solution prevents most large debris from being blown inside of a controlled area and is often used in construction sites. Many types of netting are not designed for permanent use, so you may need to search for a style that matches your gate color.</p></div>

Q: Will a gate wheel help with sagging?

• <div><p>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&rsquo;t work.</p></div>

Q: Is a sliding or swinging gate better?

• <div><p>If you don&rsquo;t have a lot of clearance, a sliding gate can save space. But keep in mind that sliding gates may require more maintenance to keep in operating condition, and swinging gates are often less expensive. </p></div>

Q: What's the best under-gate dog barrier?

• <div><p>The best under-gate <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/whats-best-fence-option-keep-your-dog-safe.htm">dog barrier</a> is one that extends to the ground. This effectively keeps dogs in and won't give them room to squeeze through. However, dogs that dig can still get under the barrier. Deter digging by paving the ground beneath the gate or filling it in with rocks or gravel. Be careful using wire to extend dog gates, as the sharp ends may cut or hurt your dog's paws.</p></div>

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Last update on November 09, 2025

Reviewed in August 2023
Hired Rob to cut in a new portion of the driveway and along the pole barn filled with crushed asphalt. He prompt, quick and did an amazing job. He deserves a 10 starâ ¦. He laid crushed asphalt a year prior on the entire driveway and did an amazing job! Thank you!
Adams Services
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Reviewed in November 2022
They had great ideas for a drainage problem with my driveway, installed a side driveway and leveled my shed. They were on time, great pricing and excellent to work with.
Wicked Construction Services
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Reviewed in April 2017
Salesman Phil was a pleasure to work with; he was prompt with the paperwork & returning calls, and the installation was completed when promised. Despite discussing the gate swing with Phil, verifying that the drawings were changed, and informing the installation crew on the day of work; the gate...
SPARTAN FENCE INC
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Reviewed in October 2016
They did a great job of leveling the driveway and repaving with asphalt and I ended up with a nice smooth drive. Am very pleased and would highly recommend Hayhoe Asphalt.
Hayhoe Asphalt Paving LLC
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Reviewed in June 2015
About mid October 2014, A1 asphalt resealed our driveway. The following December I noticed a lot of the seal had already disappeared and being so late in the year I decided to contact the service to have the seal reapplied in the spring. The owner, Mike Lazar, took a look at the job and blamed...
A 1 Asphalt Maintenance
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Reviewed in May 2013
Very good. All posts were cemented in. The fence is straight and square. All of the gates work good. They put it in just before the snow started to fly. I was a little worried about the doing the work at that time of year, but they got it done and it's just as good a year and a half later...
Dewitt Fence Co
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Reviewed in July 2012
I needed six yards of topsoil to landscape the back corner of my yard. Having been satisfied with Hammond Farms in the past, I called them for a delivery. The driver came as scheduled. When I showed him where I wanted the topsoil dumped, using my neighbor's driveway, he said he didn't think he...
Hammond Farms Landscape Supply
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Reviewed in May 2012
Todd gave us lots of information about our driveway options and was easy to work with. Removed the old driveway and poured the new sections and cleaned up well. We had 2 other proposal's and Cornerstone came in at the best bid price. Would use them again.
Cornerstone Concrete and Contracting
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Reviewed in July 2011
They did an excellent job of resealing my driveway because a previous contractor that came out did not do a good job.
McKearney Asphalt & Sealing Inc
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Reviewed in April 2009
It took nearly two weeks to schedule and do the work. The work involved replacing part of the driveway. Within 7 months the yard had to be dug up again to replace faulty work. While Guthrie did not charge for this, they also refused to provide any re-landscaping (which was an extra cost when...
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
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