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Q: How much should a wooden gate cost?

• <div><p>A DIY manual wooden gate costs $200 to $600 for a basic single-swing gate. If you want to hire a pro, a manual wood gate can cost $400 to $4,000. For automated wood gates, expect to pay $850 to $8,500.</p><p>Factors that affect price include the quality of materials, cost of labor, the height of the gate, and the type of gate you need.</p></div>

Q: What is the best wood for an outdoor gate?

• <div><p>Redwood and cedar work well for gates because they resist decay and severe weather conditions. Redwood is considered more elegant, though cedar is more affordable. Other options include oak and treated pine. Avoid softwoods like pine and spruce for outdoor projects, as they are susceptible to water, rot, and sun damage. </p></div>

Q: What are other home security systems I should consider installing?

• <div><p>In addition to a doorbell camera, you can upgrade your home&rsquo;s security with several different features. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/backyard-security.htm">Backyard security</a>, for instance, may include a mix of security cameras, lighting, and fencing. Additional security cameras around your property, as well as a total smart security system with an alarm connected to your smartphone, are also advisable. This could well be worth the cost for the peace of mind alone, but <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-a-security-system-affect-home-insurance.htm">home security systems <i>also</i> lower home insurance costs</a>. </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: 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 November 14, 2025

Reviewed in February 2022
They were great. They arrived when they said they would, left no mess and made sure the gates were closed so my dog could not escape.
LeafFilter Gutter Protection
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Reviewed in December 2018
I have a $9,100+ fence that can't keep my dog in!!! DO NOT USE THEM!! Learn from my VERY expensive mistake!! They improperly planned posts & gates, ordered wrong size gates, installed fence up to 8in too high in some places, had no foreman, those who did arrive did not introduce themselves, took...
Audubon Fencing
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Reviewed in November 2015
Showed up on time, went right to work. Workers looked like a finely tuned machine, not a wasted movement or minute. Watched as they laid 2 1/2" of hot asphalt, then rolled it to 2". Driveway looks, and is, brand new again. Smooth, no more pits or tire tracks, nice crown to it too. A very...
Garden State Paving Co
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Reviewed in October 2015
He was very professional and extremely friendly. Very knowledgeable and extremely attentive to details. Provided information on myriad baby proofing items after his safety evaluation, and was not pushy with sales of items. He leaves it up to you to decide how much and how little you want to...
A Safe At Home Babyproofing Co
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Reviewed in July 2008
Job is finished as of 7/7/08. There were a couple things I wanted changed, which the foreman/manager had fully agreed. These changes were made w/o question and to my satisfaction. One disappointment was that gate handles were not installed on the two gates. One was put on immediately after...
Fence World of NJ LLC
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QueFence LLC

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Nailin It LLC

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Superior Fence and Railing LLC

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