"My experience was very easy going with Allstate. I called in looking for a new fence to built. They sent a guy out to do an estimate for me. I wasn't able to attend the estimate due to my hectic work schedule but 2 days later they had me a proposal. I liked the pricing and how quick and painless everything went so we decided to have it built. The crew came on a Monday to tear down my old fence and set new posts. They then returned on Wednesday to finish building it. They moved quickly and got it all done on Wednesday. The metal frame gates are terrific. There's not a way for them to sag and break like my old gates which is a big deal. Allstate sent some other guys out on Thursday to pick up my used fence and that was the end. I couldn't be more satisfied with how everything went."
"We decided to just change out the gates. I will hire them when my parents are ready to do the work. I was very impressed by Paul who did the estimate and explained a few things. Great communication and service with Premier Fence! Thank you"
"All the guys were great, the fence looks amazing and the gates are awesome exactly what I asked for I could not be more pleased I Highly recommend these guys"
"Simply outstanding. The price rating is slightly lower than an A simply because they appear to be the most expensive; however, you get what you pay for. We interviewed 5+ contractors for the repair job. Each presented different level of price/product/recommendations on what was needed to repair the original stucco to make it last for 20+ years. A somewhat complicated solution to fix a crack down the entire side of the home needed to be installed along with some serious freeze/thaw repair on all the parapits. Work was outstanding and the super + crew assigned to the job was easy to work with. I watched in the beginning to make sure they were doing what was promised, then gained confidence and quit watching the work. They are at the top end of the price scale, but I am confident you get everything you pay for with a top quality job. Having experience with many contractors on upgrades and repairs, these guys are the best contractor I used in the past 10 years in Albuquerque. "
"We've had our double swing Driveway gates installed for two years now. I'm a 'do-it-your-selfer' and installed it myself. We opted for the solar-powered package in order to save money on electricity. When talking with the Sales Dept, at NO point did they mention that the solar panels might not give enough voltage to power the gates during the winter or on cloudy, overcast days. We've had only problems on these days: Gates open/close extremely slow or not at all. This requires us to go through the steps to put the gates into manual mode to open/close, which needless to say, is very inconvenient when it's raining! I've contacted the Tech dept many times via email or phone, for information and to troubleshoot. Dave and his predecessor are/were both helpful and patient. Customer service has been slow, or they haven't returned my calls. Emails go unanswered or a reply comes far later than it should and after the issue is a moot point. When bringing up our issues with our expensive gates to both Sales, Customer Service, Tech, and the Owner, they'll suggest upgraded equipment or parts, but they have to be purchased. At no point have they ever offered any parts or upgrades for free because we've had such an overwhelming time getting these gates to function the way their website and videos claim they will. We now have paid for an electric hook-up, and once the transformer arrives(which is late!), we only hope these gates will work the way the company claims they will."
"First of all, most contractors give you an estimate without charging, and this really was nothing more than that. When he looked at the area to be remodeled, he gave me many more options than in the final plans, and it wasn't what I needed. "
The most common cause of gate sensors not working is damaged wiring. Only a professional should diagnose this because it requires working with the system's electronics. There are safety concerns, but more than that, you don't want to accidentally short out your system or cause any electrical damage. Insects, rodents, and fallen branches are common reasons your wiring could become damaged.
In most cases, you will need a permit to install a new driveway or property gate. An exception might be if you are simply replacing an existing gate. Before issuing a permit, your local municipality may require a site plan or survey to verify property lines and prevent encroachment on a neighbor's property. Permits for a gate typically cost under $100. Be aware that corner properties may have additional restrictions on gate height or style. It's wise to confirm permit requirements with your local building department or your gate installation company, which can usually handle the entire permitting process for you.
Driveway gates can last anywhere from 10 to 30 years, depending on how well you maintain your gate, the material type, how frequently you use it, and whether you choose an automatic or manual gate. Automatic gates generally require more maintenance than manual gates due to their added sliding gate mechanisms, which can go out from frequent use.
Automatic gate openers last around 10 years, but this time span depends on several external factors, like the type of gate they're attached to and how well you’ve kept up with general maintenance. Despite lasting a decade, you should still expect to complete one or two repairs in that time, as some components will fail before others.
Yes, professionals offer motorized or remote-controlled shutters for convenience and security.
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