How long does it take to build a driveway gate?

• <div><p>Assuming the site is prepped and you have all the tools and materials ready, you should budget the better part of a day to build a driveway gate. This can depend on your DIY experience and which materials you’ve chosen, such as building from scratch or using a prefabricated option. The gate size and finishing touches, like painting or staining, can also add to the overall time budget.</p></div>

What size gate spring should I use?

• <div><p>Generally, the standard 10- to 12-inch-long and 1- to 1.5-inch-diameter gate springs will work. However, if you have an especially wide, thick, or heavy garden gate, you may need to opt for a longer, broader—and pricier—model to ensure secure closure and good longevity. These typically range between 12 and 16 inches long and are over 1.5 inches in diameter.</p></div>

What are the disadvantages of an automatic gate?

• <div><p>The obvious disadvantage of an automatic gate is that it runs on electricity. If the power goes out, it won’t open or close unless there’s a manual override. Many homeowners will need a backup generator so they don’t get stuck on either side of the gate, particularly when looking to park a vehicle. Automatic gates are also much more complicated than manual gates, with tech-heavy components that make them more expensive to repair. </p></div>

Do gate hinges wear out?

• <div><p>While many gate hinges are often made of extremely durable materials, such as galvanized steel, they can wear out after many years. How quickly they wear out also depends on how much use they’ve endured. It’s also possible for the hinge screws to fall out, which weakens the hinge. Once a hinge wears out, it’s time for a replacement so your gate doesn’t start sagging.</p></div>

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Q: How much does it cost to have a gate installed?

• <div><p>The average <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-install-security-gate.htm#">cost to install a gate</a> is around <b>$2,300</b>, but you could pay between <b>$200</b> and <b>$7,000</b>, depending on a few factors. The most significant cost factors to consider are the gate type of gate you want installed and the gate material. Automatic gates leading to your driveway will usually be the most expensive options, given the size and weight of the gate, as well as the added cost of the electronics for control. Chain-link and vinyl gates will usually be the most affordable, while aluminum and metal gates fetch the highest prices.</p></div>

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Reviewed in February 2025
These guys are very good. I highly recommend them. They did three tasks, stabilizing a cracked concrete floor in a shed, stabilizing my 30 year old concrete driveway, and stabilizing my 30 year old modular home foundation that was built out of specs. Well done!
Tar Heel Basement Systems
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Reviewed in June 2024
Don is a nice person however he rushed through the job . The garden beds were cleaned out and mulched but two of the native plants I planted were stepped on. The side yard was supposed to be cleaned up but all that was done was weed whacking. Empty bags and yard debris were left on our...
Lee's Yard Works
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Reviewed in March 2024
The project was top notch! They listened to what we wanted done and professionally advised us on what should be done now and late. There was a lot of bush hogging, a few trees stumps taken out. We need a lot of dirt brought in to have our home put on, then the brought in sand and top soil to...
County Line Grading Inc
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Reviewed in January 2014
Excellent service, on time, courteous. He suggested a power wash and scrub on the driveway to remove the tire tracks which greatly improved the appearance of the driveway. This was offered at a very reasonable price. would use again without hesitation.
true blue
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Reviewed in September 2013
Redid my old fence, cut down and made smaller, redid the metal frame. Put in anew gate and fence. Had to deal with a not so great neighbor. Very patient, and professional.
Arden Fence & Outdoor Creations
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Reviewed in May 2012
I would say that the work was okay but I feel that they took advantage of the fact that the tree was over my driveway and I had no alternative.
Down East Tree Svc Inc
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Reviewed in October 2010
The design and outcome isfabulous; they began by tearing out wall and patio in the back of the house and then worked their way up the side tearing out a driveway and sidewalk replacing it with the new materials. The wall and back patio were very difficult to replace given the conditions, old...
Panoramic Landscapes LLC
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Handyman Connection of Wilmington

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Handyman Connection of Wilmington

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Homeowners across North America have been calling on Handyman Connection for our professional craftsmanship and exemplary customer service since 1991. Each Handyman Connection franchise is locally owned and operated, backed by the company that helped launch the industry. Handyman Connection of Wilmington is locally owned and operated by Chris Sikes. Chris is a Veteran of the US Army, where he served proudly for 13 years. With more than 17 years in the home construction field, we are committed to excellent customer service alongside top quality workmanship. We take great pride in hiring, and as such, our craftsman are experts in their trades and are background checked for your security and peace of mind. We look forward to taking your repairs and remodeling dreams to reality and beyond. We believe that quality is in the name and trust is in the relationship at Handyman Connection of Wilmington.

"Did ok repair of fence but poor job on railing. Took about 2 months to get missing parts with several no shows and never fixed poor placement of balusters to my satisfaction. Left a mess at the site. Poor communication generally"

Claudia C on August 2025

"Did ok repair of fence but poor job on railing. Took about 2 months to get missing parts with several no shows and never fixed poor placement of balusters to my satisfaction. Left a mess at the site. Poor communication generally"

Claudia C on August 2025

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