Top-rated driveway gate pros.

Get matched with top driveway gate pros in Springfield, OR

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your driveway gate service project in Springfield, OR?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

TRUSTED BY SPRINGFIELD, OR HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon4.5
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon18
    Verified driveway gate services reviews

Find Driveway gate pros in Springfield

Deer Haven Construction, Inc
3.8(
32
)
Gate for Driveway or Security - Install or ReplaceGate for Driveway or Security - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Springfield, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Emergency services offered

"Deer Haven was on time to our appointment and gave us our bid.  It was higher than we had hoped and during that time another opportunity came up for us to invest our money in a different way, which we chose to do.
"
Additional Photos
Recommended by69%of homeowners
Driveway Gates questions, answered by experts

The best under-gate dog barrier 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.

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.

Double gates come with the same gaps as single gates, with hinges taking up a quarter of an inch of space. The difference is that double fence gates also have a center gap, which needs a little more clearance. Space the center gap at half an inch instead of the usual three-eighths of an inch for a single gate. 

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.

Your wooden gate post hole should be a third to a half of the height of the post. Also, note that the diameter of the post hole should be three times the diameter of the post. You should set the post in concrete to ensure a long-lasting and durable post that will withstand the test of time.

The Springfield, OR homeowners’ guide to driveway gate services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.