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>

How do I hire a reliable gate installation company?

• <div><p>Hiring a reliable gate company starts by finding an installer with at least five years of experience in your area. This method will ensure they understand local laws and regulations and are familiar with the permitting process. You can also ask the following questions to ensure a smooth installation:</p><ul><li><p>Have you worked with my gate material in the past?</p></li><li><p>Do you have customer references I can call?</p></li><li><p>Are you fully insured?</p></li><li><p>Will you pull the necessary permits for the installation?</p></li><li><p>Do you provide any kind of warranty for the gate’s functionality?</p></li></ul><p></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>

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Q: Do gates require maintenance?

• <div><p>Yes, clean regularly, lubricate hinges or tracks, and inspect for damage to ensure smooth operation.</p></div>

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Atlantic Paving was very prompt and professional. They guided me through all the steps they were doing as they did them. The quality of work was excellent. My driveway was having issues with multiple cracking and they dug down and removed multiple stones to avoid the cracking. They rolled...
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Reviewed in July 2025
Jim and his team were quick and efficient and delivered an outstanding repair on my driveway. The driveway is smooth and all difficult areas disappeared. Jim listens to your needs. He is wonderful to work with!
JY Paving & Decorative Asphalt
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Reviewed in September 2024
These guys (and Rebecca) are easy going, eager to please. They did exactly what i asked for and a bit more. Kudos! Driveway done with a grade increase (~12 or so) on 1/4 of the driveway, made it a little tricky. I am super satisfied! We also had a street to driveway incline that got adjusted,...
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Reviewed in August 2024
My driveway was in bad shape the contractor was very understanding and helpful the work done was remarkable and I am very pleased he also did amazing stone wall and drainage plus he made a big improvement to the driveway awesome job done
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Reviewed in May 2024
Showed up, communicates well, got driveway graded awesome! Thanks!
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Reviewed in March 2024
Jim was very accommodating in working out the scope and schedule of our very difficult driveway project, The driveway looks great, and after seeing rainwater drain in the weeks after he did the job, the driveway seems to flow the water away from the house as promised and better than we could...
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Reviewed in September 2023
Todd repaired and graded our driveway. Todd was great to work with. He was honest and reliable. The quality of the work was superb. We would highly recommend Faulkner Driveway.
Faulkner Driveway Repair and Trees, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2023
Driveway paved. Great service. Job completed quickly.
Pave It Asphalt Services
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Reviewed in October 2012
It was great. They had good pricing and good service. I was worried about the dumpster being in the driveway and scratching the driveway. They made sure they did not scratch and they made sure it properly put down and didn't drag.
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Reviewed in March 2011
We met Ian at the Boston Home Show months prior, and he followed up with a phone call to set up an appointment. At the time, we were talking to other paver companies, but Ian was the most prompt and punctual with getting back to us and answering questions, so we went with him. We originally...
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