When choosing a new fence installation, you may also wish to install gates of some type. Automated gates have seen a rise in popularity as homeowners find that not only would these barriers increase the value of their property, but the gates also ensure enhanced security and ease of operation. However, choosing gates when considering fence supplies is not as simple as saying you want them to be automated. You would also have to decide on what style of gates would be suitable for your individual property. So what are the options available when installing automated gates with your new fencing?

Automated swing gates

As their name implies, these are hinged on their sides and open by swinging open and shut. As such, automated swing gates can only be installed on properties with sufficient leeway that will allow the gates to swing at an arc when they are operational. However, when installing automated swing gates, you have to ensure you do not mount them on a slope, as this will affect the movement of the gates. They are suitable for homeowners looking for majestic gates to complement their long driveway.

Automated sliding gates

If you are looking for simplistic design and enhanced ease of use, automated sliding gates would be a good option to invest in. These automated gates are also referred to as U-track or rolling gates. They are suited for homeowners who have limited space on their property, as they do not take up a lot of room. During installation, the rolling gates are mounted on the inside of your fencing. Therefore, when they are opening and closing, they will recede into your fencing with the back and forth operation. If you have a short driveway and access to your home is right close to the street, you would benefit from sliding gates. The main drawback of these gates is that their metal tracks are prone to accumulating debris, which would impede the operation of the gates. Thus, you should take particular care to clean them regularly.

Automated cantilever gates

These automated gates tend to be confused with sliding gates as they operate in the same fashion. The main difference between the cantilever gates and sliding gates is that the former do not have rollers to slide on. Instead, the cantilever gates are installed on rails, which are positioned right in the middle of the fencing. Therefore, cantilever gates take up even less space during installation when compared to that of their sliding counterparts. Moreover, cantilever gates are also less susceptible to friction from debris because they do not have any rollers that would be exposed to obstructions. 

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