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Thinking of having a new driveway gate installed to your home or business property? Here are a few things to consider when choosing the right gate option for your property.

1. The size of the opening: Knowing what size gate you want and need is crucial in deciding what type of gate is ideal for your home or business. Typically, the wider the gate opening, the more the gate will cost.
2. Knowing how much space you have available: You must be aware of how much space you have on all sides of the gate. If you are getting a gate on a large, rural site with tons of space, then you can pretty much use any gate. However, if you are getting an automatic gate for your home, then you are probably limited on space and will want to figure out just how much space you have and what type of gate is appropriate.
3. The weight of the gate: The weight of the gate will determine the type of gate operating system you need. Gates that are about the same size will weigh differently depending on what they are made of, such as steel, aluminum or wood.
4. Speed when it opens and closes: Gates that open too slow can delay traffic flow and cause frustration. If you have a large corporation, we recommend getting a fast-opening gate.
5. Know how many times it will be used: This is helpful, because you want to be able to choose a gate that can withstand being opened and closed all day long if need be. If you just need a gate for your residence that won’t be used but maybe a few times a day, then any gate should be fine. But, if you need a gate for a business where people come in and out constantly, then you will want to make sure the gate you get is equipped to handle that.
6. Consider the location: If you are installing a gate in a residential area where kids might be playing or running in the street, you should follow the best safety practices to make sure there is not risk of injury. This could mean buying the gate that features safety cautious features.

Contact our Orange County gate experts today for a free quote on new gate installation & driveway gate repair services.

One of the many questions people ask when considering new automatic gate installation, is will it increase the value of my property? The answer is yes.

The average person in the market for a home spends less than ten seconds forming a first impression. That’s why investing in what you need to make a great first impression should be a priority. Everything that is visible to a potential homebuyer should work together to let them know you care about how your property looks.

Experts in residential real estate say that curb appeal is most important visual factor when selling a home. If a potential homebuyer doesn’t like a photo or the look of your property when they drive past, the opportunity is likely gone. Part of curb appeal is not only aesthetics, but how safe a home looks from the outside. Windows, doors, garage doors are all considered when deciding if a home looks secure. Another important feature is an automatic gate which also gives a sense of safety and security. The more barriers between them and the outside world, the safer a homebuyer will feel.

Adding an a secure electronic gate to your property’s entry point can add significantly to its value and make it sell faster.

Investing in a new automatic gate prior to putting your home on the market can bring as much as an 88-percent return on your investment and add as much as 5 percent to the value to your home. It also gives a homebuyer a sense of security which is very important especially if they have small children. Another advantage to having an automatic gate is that it lowers insurance rates which can also attract buyers.

Home buyers often compare surrounding properties to see what makes a house special.

Adding a new electronic front entrance gate adds look of class to your home letting people know that whoever lives there, values their property.

If you’re a homeowner searching for ways to increase property value in order to sell or if you just want to add a look of distinction while increasing security, then a new electronic gate is a great choice. Call OC Gates to at (888) 325-7040 or (949) 444-5933 today.