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Phillip Robinson
New to Angi
Gate for Driveway or Security - Install or ReplaceGate for Driveway or Security - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Tornado, WV and surrounding areas

Hello! We’re Quality Home Solutions\nWith 11 years of hands-on experience, we’re a small team that believes in doing every job with honesty, care, and pride. We specialize in professional cleaning services, but we’re also skilled in a little bit of everything—from general home maintenance to small improvement projects. Whatever you need, we’re happy to help.\n\nBased in Huntington, WV, we serve customers within a 75-mile radius, and we’re always willing to go the extra mile—literally! We treat every home like it’s our own and every customer like family. Reliable service, fair pricing, and quality results are what we’re all about.\n\n✅ Your satisfaction is our priority. We’re not happy unless you are, and we stand behind every job we do. If something isn’t right, we’ll make it right—guaranteed.\n\nWe look forward to working with you and making your life a little easier—one project at a time!

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Advanced Computer Solutions
New to Angi
Gate for Driveway or Security - Install or Replace

Serving Tornado, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

We are a very broad and deep company in terms of the types of work we can provide to you, the customer. Even beyond the typical tasks listed, we provide many other services. Our experience and knowledge of computing and associated wiring and networking tasks will surprise you I am sure. Our goals are always to please you, complete your project in a timely fashion and leave you thoroughly satisfied. Thank you for selecting us and for your referrals.

Gate Repair questions, answered by experts

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:

  • Have you worked with my gate material in the past?

  • Do you have customer references I can call?

  • Are you fully insured?

  • Will you pull the necessary permits for the installation?

  • Do you provide any kind of warranty for the gate’s functionality?

Yes, most electric and automatic gates can be opened manually. They are equipped with a manual override or release mechanism that detaches the motor from the gate, allowing it to be moved by hand. This feature is essential during power outages or other emergencies.

To activate the manual override, you will typically need a specific key or tool. In some cases, you may also need a screwdriver to remove a cover to access the release mechanism. The use of a key is a common security measure to prevent unauthorized individuals from manually opening the gate.

Because every model is different, it is highly recommended to consult your gate's user manual to familiarize yourself with the specific procedure before you need to use it. Keep any necessary keys or tools in an accessible location. Be aware that automatic gates can be very heavy, so opening and closing them manually may be difficult.

In North America, electric gates are also subject to the UL 325 Standard for Safety, which includes provisions to allow emergency responders to access the property.

A gate shouldn’t be higher or lower than the fence it's attached to. If the gate is lower than the fence, it encourages strangers to peek at your property. If the gate is higher than the fence, it just looks weird. Gates allow for increased security and aesthetics, so ensure the gate rests at the same height as the fence.

Gates are often stuck halfway due to physical blockages or damage to the rollers, wheels, or tracks the gate runs on. Check to make sure there are no obstructions before considering that the motor might be burned out or malfunctioning somehow. Hopefully, the issue is simple, and you can remove it with a broom or your hands, but if your gate is stuck and there's no obvious reason why, you should call a pro to diagnose the issue.

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.

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