F.A.Q

The best residential sliding gate repair company in town

On this page, you will find gate repair recommendations and suggestions about proper door maintenance.

My gate is starting to get rotten, what do I do about it?

Gates made of wood usually get worn out and rotten easily because of changes in the weather. They sometimes get too soaked in the rain and get too much heat from the sun. For rotten wood gate, experts of Gate Repair San Marcos suggest that you cut the rotten portions and replace with wood fillers. There are easy solutions for that if only portions are rotten.

Something is wrong with the sliding gate wheels of my gate; what will I do?

Wheels of sliding gate should be able to carry the total weight of the gate. Otherwise, it will not function properly and it will get worn out fast. These wheels are made of heavy metal and they get rusty. Experts of Gate Repair San Marcos advise only one thing – to oil them. Replacement is needed if the wheel is too small for the gate.

Can I paint my wooden gate?

Ideally painting should be done by professionals like those at gate repair in San Marcos. If you wish to do it yourself, then choose a porous paint that allows the wood to breathe. Anything less could trap moisture and cause the wood to rot.

What are the different types of gates in the market today?

There are two main types of gates: the swing gates and the sliding gates. Gates in a huge driveway can consist of a large gate for vehicles, with a pedestrian gate adjacent to it for human entry and exit. Our professionals in San Marcos often walk through gate installations with the property owner and decide on the best type according to their budget, taste, and driveway size.

What is the important function that the gate opener plays?

An automatic gate opener is a tool that helps open and close the gate conveniently. With automation, you do not need to get off your vehicle to pass through the driveway. It is the heart and soul of your automatic gate system.