Gate and fence guides
Costs, comparisons, permits and troubleshooting for Encino and Greater Los Angeles driveways, written before you order anything.
Read these before you order a gate
Most gate problems, and most gate regret, come from a decision made before anyone measured the driveway.
These guides cover the questions that come up before a gate is priced: what it costs, which gate type fits which driveway, what your city requires on paper and what to check yourself before calling a repair crew.
Costs
What a gate actually costs in Los Angeles, and what moves the number.
Comparisons
Two options weighed side by side, so the choice fits your driveway instead of a preference.
Not sure which guide answers your question. Call and describe the driveway.
Troubleshooting
What is actually going on when a gate stops working, before you call anyone.
How it works locally
Permits, fire zones and slope conditions that are standard across the San Fernando Valley and Greater Los Angeles.
Ready to talk about your driveway
If the guides answered your question, these pages are the next step.
Ready to price a gate or a fence line. Call the shop or send the details.