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Dorchester, MA Gate Repair  - 02125 Fence Installation

Dorchester, MA Gate Repair

Choosing a new gate for your home, commercial or industrial property in Dorchester, MA isn’t as simple as picking the design that you like the most - there are a whole lot of things that need to be taken into consideration before making a final decision. Security, aesthetics, functionality, safety, space limitations, cost and operation (manual or electric) are all factors to think about when choosing a gate.

With so many different types of gate available, let’s look at some of the options and discuss the various applications for each of the configurations. As with any gate however, the direction of the gate opening/closing is important and you should always check that it won’t impact on pedestrian or road traffic and compromise anyone’s safety.

Different Types of Gates in Dorchester, MA :

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Swing gates come as either single or double gates and can be manual or automated. If you’re after an automated gate and have a relatively narrow access point, then a single swing gate can be a cost-effective option as it only requires one motor. Double swing gates are ideal for wider openings plus they can be custom-made to suit specific site conditions, with an example being where the leaves are manufactured in different sizes or shapes to suit an awkward opening.

Bifold gates

In situations where there isn’t sufficient space for a traditional swing gate, a manual bifold gate offers an ideal solution.

Standard sliding gates

This type of gate is ideal for sites where there’s insufficient depth for a protruding swing gate. They can be made to fit even a very wide opening - as much as 12m wide - and can be automated or manual.

02125 Tandem gates

If your driveway opening is to one side and you don’t have enough room for a larger standard sliding gate, you have the option of tandem gates which run on a double track and slide back in parallel.

Double sliding gate

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These are the ideal solution where the gates have a middle opening. Both gates slide back along opposite sides of the perimeter fence/wall.

Tapered gates 02125

If your driveway is on a slope, it’s still possible to have an electric or manual gate which ticks all the boxes in terms of functionality, aesthetics, security and performance. All it takes is an experienced gate manufacturer who can design and make a tapered gate to accommodate the slope of the ground across the opening.

Top hung gates

This design is ideal for undercroft carparks where there is restricted entry/exit space. The gates open vertically, offering a practical and effective security solution.

02125 Cantilevered gates

These don’t need an in-ground track across the driveway opening so they can be installed without disturbing the driveway. The cantilever design can accommodate a hump or dip in the driveway contours and it means the gates cannot be lifted off the tracks which can be an advantage from a security perspective.

Gate tips:

Consider what you’ll need to fit through your gate, and make sure it’s wide enough for your needs!

If you’re not sure, it’s always better to go wider.

Wooden gates come in a much bigger range of sizes than metal gates, so they might be the best choice if you need an unusual size.

If you need professional advice on how to choose the best gate for your unique situation, contact our professionals in Dorchester, MA today.

Dorchester, MA Fence Repair Prices

A gate’s style won’t have a significant effect on the price you pay. Gate cost is generally more dependent on gate width, height, and material. There are a few common styles you can choose for your gate:

Courtyard: often ornamented and curved at the top.

Estate: similar to courtyard gates but usually wider.

Field: simple straight gates that are usually 4’ tall or shorter.

Picket: same as a picket fence 3, with many vertical planks.

There are also different shapes available. Choosing a specific shape can increase your cost by 15% or more.

Common shapes are:

Standard or inverted arc: a curve with its widest point at the middle (inverted are concave curves).

Valley: “V” shaped with the deepest point at the center.

Peak: upside down “V” shape with the highest point at the top center.

Bell curve: similar curve to a standard arc, but with ends that flare slightly upward.

High-low: vertical planks alternating between high and low heights.

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