Finding Your Ideal Electric Gate

When you’re looking for an automatic gate for your commercial or residential property in Oceanside, California, you’ll have to go through your options before deciding on the perfect material and selecting the right one. At Quality Gate Company, we can assist you every step of the way, making sure that you end up with the exact gate that you want.

Our installation technicians have the necessary experience to make the entire process of selecting and installing your gate go smoothly, so you’re not left doing all of the legwork yourself. Contact Quality Gate Company by phone or email, and we’ll get started on finding the right gate to meet your needs immediately.

Remember, in addition to installations, we also handle gate repair and gate maintenance service in Oceanside, which will keep your new electric gate in great shape as long as you own your home.

And if you ever experience a problem with our work, we provide a full guarantee on the installation. That way, if something goes wrong, we’re available to get everything back up and running again in no time at all.

Give us a call at 760-723-2901 for any gate installation needs you might have in Oceanside and throughout San Diego County.

Choosing the Right Material For Your Gate

Generally, our gates come in two materials: aluminum and wrought iron.

Each of these materials has pros and cons, so let’s have a look at each to help you decide on what type of automatic gate you want to install.

Aluminum is probably our most popular gate material because it is cost-effective and looks great. It’s also very adaptable, as you can use it on both residential and commercial gates without much trouble whatsoever. Aluminum also has the benefit of being rust-proof, which is an excellent quality in Southern California because of the humidity in the air.

The only real problem with aluminum is that it is light-duty compared to wrought iron and, therefore, could be damaged if it’s bumped by a vehicle or undergoes heavy use. For that reason, it’s not the best material on an industrial site where you’d have large trucks or lots of traffic coming through every day.

The other primary material that Quality Gate Company uses on our products is wrought iron, which is exceptionally durable and can stand up to heavy traffic. The great thing about wrought iron is that even if it’s struck by a vehicle, we can weld a new piece onto your gate or fence, making it as good as new, many times without even removing the gate from your property.

You will find, however, that wrought iron is more expensive and, therefore, isn’t always feasible, particularly in a residential environment. Wrought iron will rust, as well, although we can spray it with a protective coating to prevent this from happening. We will have to reapply this coating periodically, as well.

Some Extras You Can Add

When you purchase a gate through Quality Gate Company, you can add some features to your new addition to make it more functional.

For starters, there’s an automatic gate opener, which allows you to open and close your gate without stepping out of your vehicle. This device works much like a garage door opener, as you’ll push a button to have your gate open as you approach it, and close once you’re on the other side. These openers add a layer of security while helping you to get the most from your gate.

A gate sensor system also controls when a gate opens and closes, although it has a slightly different purpose. These sensors can prevent your gate from closing when something is in the way, which can limit damage to your gate and help avoid injuries to guests and animals. Many garage doors use this technology, too. You can set this sensor up to open as your vehicle approaches from inside your driveway, as well, so you don’t have to worry about pushing your gate opener button.

You might also consider putting an access control on your driveway gate, which gives you final authority over who can enter your compound. You can include a few different methods of controlling this access, as some people prefer that visitors have to use a keypad or keycard to enter, while others like being able to buzz guests into the driveway using their phone. However you choose to implement the system, it’ll ensure that no unwanted visitors can access your driveway.

Using a Driveway Gate to Improve Your Curb Appeal

Are you planning to sell your home at some point? Even if you’re not selling right away, adding an automatic gate can increase your property value by adding a sought-after feature to your house. Since our gates last for years to come, it’ll still look great when the times comes, and your home will get more attention from interested buyers.

Any advantage that you can give yourself when entering the market will help your home sell faster and for closer to asking price than it would otherwise.

Oceanside Gate Installation

At Quality Gate Company, we have a selection of barrier gates, rolling gates, sliding gates, swinging gates, and vertical gates, ensuring that you find your preferred style. Our team of technicians has experience installing these products throughout the Oceanside, CA area, and can even help you to select a gate that suits your property.

Give us a call at 760-723-2901, and we can get started on finding the perfect driveway gate for your property today.