Tips

Gate services including maintenance, repair and replacement

Find below effective and practical gate repair tips you can use to keep your gates at mint condition.

Why safety sensors are important

It is not a coincidence that residential gate openers come with safety sensors. They are important for sliding gates because as the door is opening or closing, it could induce injuries to anyone standing in the way. Little children may put their feet among the rails and won't have time to pull them out. In this case, the sliding gate safety sensor will stop the movement.

Should I get wood or wrought iron gates?

That choice is usually based on personal preferences. Wood panels have a beautiful style and they will hide the property well- but you won't be able to see through it when people are approaching your home. Another bad thing is that they will warp without frequent gate repair. Of course, wrought iron gates will also make your house in Woodland Hills look beautiful but they too require maintenance or they will rust. If you take a liking to steel, get galvanized gates and you won’t have to maintain them as frequently as other steel gates.

Listen to the sound your gate makes

The sounds a steel gate makes can tell its current condition. A slight squeak could mean that it needs some lubrication. A stronger cracking sound might mean that it possibly needs repairs or part replacements. Our specialists suggest that the gate should be checked if it starts making loud noises.