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Wood fence installers in Norwalk

Gaga US Inc
450 North Brand Suite 600
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Gaga US Inc
450 North Brand Suite 600
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

GAGA US INC is a reputable Fencing Contractor company serving Los Angeles, Orange, Ventura, and San Fernando counties. We assure excellence throughout your project, thanks to our in-depth knowledge of the field. We have competitive prices and high-quality services. Affordable Quality: We're dedicated to delivering outstanding results inside your budget. Custom Wood, Vinyl, Chainlink Fences and Gates Installation Services: Experience timeless quality with our precision ensures flawless execution. On-Time Delivery: We complete projects on schedule, with clear communication. Quality Assurance: Our work meets engineering standards, using materials from reputable manufacturers. Trust us for your fence installation—our licensed professionals ensure long-term reliability, wind resistance, and visual appeal.

"Arsen did an amazing job! Really fast communication, quick quote and instant completion of the project on the highest level. Really cheap prices and highest quality. I had 5 quotes and GAGA's by far was the best. Highly recommended"

Armine S on February 2024

GAGA US INC is a reputable Fencing Contractor company serving Los Angeles, Orange, Ventura, and San Fernando counties. We assure excellence throughout your project, thanks to our in-depth knowledge of the field. We have competitive prices and high-quality services. Affordable Quality: We're dedicated to delivering outstanding results inside your budget. Custom Wood, Vinyl, Chainlink Fences and Gates Installation Services: Experience timeless quality with our precision ensures flawless execution. On-Time Delivery: We complete projects on schedule, with clear communication. Quality Assurance: Our work meets engineering standards, using materials from reputable manufacturers. Trust us for your fence installation—our licensed professionals ensure long-term reliability, wind resistance, and visual appeal.

"Arsen did an amazing job! Really fast communication, quick quote and instant completion of the project on the highest level. Really cheap prices and highest quality. I had 5 quotes and GAGA's by far was the best. Highly recommended"

Armine S on February 2024


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Cobano Landscape & Irrigation, Inc.
PO Box 10030
4.69(
116
)
Approved Pro
Cobano Landscape & Irrigation, Inc.
PO Box 10030
4.69(
116
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
54 local quotes requested

At Cobano Landscape & Irrigation, Inc., we take extreme pride in the quality of our work. We understand what it takes to fulfill a quality project and that is why we are the business that you can trust. All of our customers are treated as the most important asset of our company and that is how we plan to treat you! Please give us a call because we look forward to working with you! We have General Liability and Workers Comp insurance through State Farm.

"Ben was great to work with, friendly and a good communicator. The project was completed in a timely manner and within a very reasonable budget. Will use this company for any future projects."

Daniel A on February 2025

At Cobano Landscape & Irrigation, Inc., we take extreme pride in the quality of our work. We understand what it takes to fulfill a quality project and that is why we are the business that you can trust. All of our customers are treated as the most important asset of our company and that is how we plan to treat you! Please give us a call because we look forward to working with you! We have General Liability and Workers Comp insurance through State Farm.

"Ben was great to work with, friendly and a good communicator. The project was completed in a timely manner and within a very reasonable budget. Will use this company for any future projects."

Daniel A on February 2025


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Imperial Garage Door & Gates, Inc.
17865 Avenida Puerto Vallarta
4.73(
339
)
Approved Pro
Imperial Garage Door & Gates, Inc.
17865 Avenida Puerto Vallarta
4.73(
339
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
140 local quotes requested

Do you need your garage door or gate serviced or replaced? Imperial Garage Door & Gates is here for you. We are a family owned business with extensive knowledge in the garage door & gate industry. We offer free estimates and work with our customers to help them decide between the various amount of options available when it comes to design and affordability. We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. With over 11 years of experience, we uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility. We provide excellent customer service and work with the top manufacturers in order to provide our customers with their dream garage door and/or gate. With years of experience and training, our team qualifies as one of the most skilled garage door and gate companies in all of Southern California.

"They returned to add the spikes as originally contracted"

Susan M on January 2025

Do you need your garage door or gate serviced or replaced? Imperial Garage Door & Gates is here for you. We are a family owned business with extensive knowledge in the garage door & gate industry. We offer free estimates and work with our customers to help them decide between the various amount of options available when it comes to design and affordability. We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. With over 11 years of experience, we uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility. We provide excellent customer service and work with the top manufacturers in order to provide our customers with their dream garage door and/or gate. With years of experience and training, our team qualifies as one of the most skilled garage door and gate companies in all of Southern California.

"They returned to add the spikes as originally contracted"

Susan M on January 2025


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Rainforestla, Inc.
442 Alandele Avenue
4.91(
28
)
Approved Pro
Rainforestla, Inc.
442 Alandele Avenue
4.91(
28
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

For the past two decades, Rainforestla, Inc., has provided both commercial and residential property owners in Los Angeles with the highest quality landscaping services. As both an installation and design service company, we provide assistance every step of the process, until your landscape dreams become reality. With extensive resources, our highly trained staff works passionately to provide professional and family oriented services with a personal touch. Los Angeles is not only where we do business, it is also our home. It is our goal to maintain our commitment to excellence, honesty and service to provide our clients with the highest and fairest quality of workmanship. At Rainforestla, Inc., we work closely with our clients to create their artistic visions. Get in touch with us today, and we will gladly give you a call and schedule a free estimate.

"This was the first time i undertook such an extensive project: new concrete driveway, artificial turf install, stucco wall , iron fences and motorized gate, drip irrigation, spotlights, new plantings. All the work was completed on time with utmost professionalism from Yosi and his very capable crews. Everything was upfront and there were never any surprises. Needless to say we are all extremely happy with the beautiful results. I'm already talking to Yosi about my next project!"

Irma G on February 2023

For the past two decades, Rainforestla, Inc., has provided both commercial and residential property owners in Los Angeles with the highest quality landscaping services. As both an installation and design service company, we provide assistance every step of the process, until your landscape dreams become reality. With extensive resources, our highly trained staff works passionately to provide professional and family oriented services with a personal touch. Los Angeles is not only where we do business, it is also our home. It is our goal to maintain our commitment to excellence, honesty and service to provide our clients with the highest and fairest quality of workmanship. At Rainforestla, Inc., we work closely with our clients to create their artistic visions. Get in touch with us today, and we will gladly give you a call and schedule a free estimate.

"This was the first time i undertook such an extensive project: new concrete driveway, artificial turf install, stucco wall , iron fences and motorized gate, drip irrigation, spotlights, new plantings. All the work was completed on time with utmost professionalism from Yosi and his very capable crews. Everything was upfront and there were never any surprises. Needless to say we are all extremely happy with the beautiful results. I'm already talking to Yosi about my next project!"

Irma G on February 2023


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EverFence Corporation
204 W Carleton Ave
4.21(
14
)
Approved Pro
EverFence Corporation
204 W Carleton Ave
4.21(
14
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
295 local quotes requested
18 years of experience

We have a simple philosophy. We combine fence industry experts with the best quality materials, and a dedication to our clients that is unmatched by our competitors. We pride ourselves on our service levels, and our repeat clients are a testament to our teams dedication to going the extra mile time and time again. With more than 20 years experience in the fence industry, both here in the US and abroad, there is no project too big, too complex or too small for the team at Everfence. Call today at (562) 946-2872

"I connected with Ever fence online for an estimate. It turned out to be very expensive. They sent the marketing executive Mr. Cesar for site visit and measurement. The revised quote was reasonable but still outside of my budget. Couple months later they had promotions and gave me better pricing and also offer financing option. Cesar was pleasant to work with, the installation crew came in for site prep and then in 2 weeks the installation was scheduled and project completed in the same day. The total fence was 270 ft linear and the height is 6 ft. The installation crew should be appreciated because there were about 12 team members be they coordinated well to get the job done in the same day. Thanks Ravi"

Ravichandran R on February 2025

We have a simple philosophy. We combine fence industry experts with the best quality materials, and a dedication to our clients that is unmatched by our competitors. We pride ourselves on our service levels, and our repeat clients are a testament to our teams dedication to going the extra mile time and time again. With more than 20 years experience in the fence industry, both here in the US and abroad, there is no project too big, too complex or too small for the team at Everfence. Call today at (562) 946-2872

"I connected with Ever fence online for an estimate. It turned out to be very expensive. They sent the marketing executive Mr. Cesar for site visit and measurement. The revised quote was reasonable but still outside of my budget. Couple months later they had promotions and gave me better pricing and also offer financing option. Cesar was pleasant to work with, the installation crew came in for site prep and then in 2 weeks the installation was scheduled and project completed in the same day. The total fence was 270 ft linear and the height is 6 ft. The installation crew should be appreciated because there were about 12 team members be they coordinated well to get the job done in the same day. Thanks Ravi"

Ravichandran R on February 2025


Avatar for All Counties Fence & Supply
All Counties Fence & Supply
930 Main Street
4.83(
20
)
Approved Pro
All Counties Fence & Supply
930 Main Street
4.83(
20
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
29 local quotes requested

With years of experience serving the city of Riverside and surrounding areas, All Counties Fence & Supply, is your solution for all your fencing needs. Our professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job, will let you know, Customer Service, the lost art, does exist at All Counties Fence & Supply! We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed, there will be no question on who to call. Once your job is signed on, it is gone over with the finest details four times before you ever see our crews. We will have before and after photos, and a customer satisfaction guaranteed walk at the end of your project. It is your vision, Consult All Counties Fence & Supply and trust us to see it, and bring it to life! Hope to see you soon

"Excellent work, very friendly and professional. Did an outstanding job!!"

Gregory G on February 2023

With years of experience serving the city of Riverside and surrounding areas, All Counties Fence & Supply, is your solution for all your fencing needs. Our professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job, will let you know, Customer Service, the lost art, does exist at All Counties Fence & Supply! We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed, there will be no question on who to call. Once your job is signed on, it is gone over with the finest details four times before you ever see our crews. We will have before and after photos, and a customer satisfaction guaranteed walk at the end of your project. It is your vision, Consult All Counties Fence & Supply and trust us to see it, and bring it to life! Hope to see you soon

"Excellent work, very friendly and professional. Did an outstanding job!!"

Gregory G on February 2023


Avatar for Imperial Garage Door & Gates
Imperial Garage Door & Gates
17865 Avenida Puerto Vallarta
4.96(
92
)
Approved Pro
Imperial Garage Door & Gates
17865 Avenida Puerto Vallarta
4.96(
92
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
1070 local quotes requested

Welcome to Imperial Garage Door & Gates. Our specialties include working with and for our customers. We have the knowledge and experience needed to provide excellent service in the garage door & gates industry. Our Services Include: Garage Door Sales & Installations Garage Door Repairs, Service, and Maintenance Fencing, Gate, & Railing Manufacturing & Installation Gate Repairs, Service, and Maintenance Garage Door & Gate Opener Installations & Repairs We are specialists in installations of the biggest garage door manufacturers. Some of these manufacturers include Clopay, CHI, Wayne Dalton, Amarr, Unique, etc. All of our fencing, gates, and railings are fabricated in-house within our two warehouses. Call today for a free consultation!

"Installation went well and very happy with the new door."

Lawrence H on January 2025

Welcome to Imperial Garage Door & Gates. Our specialties include working with and for our customers. We have the knowledge and experience needed to provide excellent service in the garage door & gates industry. Our Services Include: Garage Door Sales & Installations Garage Door Repairs, Service, and Maintenance Fencing, Gate, & Railing Manufacturing & Installation Gate Repairs, Service, and Maintenance Garage Door & Gate Opener Installations & Repairs We are specialists in installations of the biggest garage door manufacturers. Some of these manufacturers include Clopay, CHI, Wayne Dalton, Amarr, Unique, etc. All of our fencing, gates, and railings are fabricated in-house within our two warehouses. Call today for a free consultation!

"Installation went well and very happy with the new door."

Lawrence H on January 2025


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Vinyl Professionals inc
25520 Avenue Stanford
4.29(
14
)
Approved Pro
Vinyl Professionals inc
25520 Avenue Stanford
4.29(
14
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
232 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

Vinyl Professionals, Inc. delivers custom-fabricated vinyl fencing and patio products to customers throughout Valencia and all of Santa Clarita, CA. We specialize in fencing, patio covers, gates, decking and gazebos, with everything made specially for you at our shop. From our extensive showroom, to our on-staff installers, to our fabrication specialists, we’re the authority on vinyl installations! Let us bring something unique to your property today.

"I had an appointment for fencing quote on July 1, 2021. Carlos gave them a call and I scheduled with him on the phone directly and he didn't showed up. I received a call 5 days later and asked if I'm still interested then I said no, thank you then he said okay then hanged up. I was only contacted by Carlos by the company I didn't spoke with other person or customer service or anything like that."

Kasey S on July 2021

Vinyl Professionals, Inc. delivers custom-fabricated vinyl fencing and patio products to customers throughout Valencia and all of Santa Clarita, CA. We specialize in fencing, patio covers, gates, decking and gazebos, with everything made specially for you at our shop. From our extensive showroom, to our on-staff installers, to our fabrication specialists, we’re the authority on vinyl installations! Let us bring something unique to your property today.

"I had an appointment for fencing quote on July 1, 2021. Carlos gave them a call and I scheduled with him on the phone directly and he didn't showed up. I received a call 5 days later and asked if I'm still interested then I said no, thank you then he said okay then hanged up. I was only contacted by Carlos by the company I didn't spoke with other person or customer service or anything like that."

Kasey S on July 2021


Avatar for CQ Fence Inc
CQ Fence Inc
21600 Oxnard St. 1758
4.86(
7
)
Approved Pro
CQ Fence Inc
21600 Oxnard St. 1758
4.86(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1325 local quotes requested

Looking for the perfect fence to enhance your outdoor space? Look no further! At CQ Fence Inc., we specialize in creating custom fences and gates that bring both style and security to your property. Our beautifully designed wooden gates seamlessly complement any garden fence, combining functionality with elegance. Whether you need a chain-link fence, sliding gate, vinyl, iron, or wood option, we have the expertise to meet your needs. Trust CQ Fence Inc. to deliver top-quality solutions that transform your yard into a stunning and inviting oasis. Contact us today to get started on your new fence or gate installation!

"Yes all very good..only Angi charged me extra money unexpected ..not fair"

Edgar E on March 2025

Looking for the perfect fence to enhance your outdoor space? Look no further! At CQ Fence Inc., we specialize in creating custom fences and gates that bring both style and security to your property. Our beautifully designed wooden gates seamlessly complement any garden fence, combining functionality with elegance. Whether you need a chain-link fence, sliding gate, vinyl, iron, or wood option, we have the expertise to meet your needs. Trust CQ Fence Inc. to deliver top-quality solutions that transform your yard into a stunning and inviting oasis. Contact us today to get started on your new fence or gate installation!

"Yes all very good..only Angi charged me extra money unexpected ..not fair"

Edgar E on March 2025


Avatar for Shamrock Doors & Gates
Shamrock Doors & Gates
4.69(
35
)
Approved Pro
Shamrock Doors & Gates
4.69(
35
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
192 local quotes requested

Family owned and operated since 1995, Shamrock Doors & Gates has designed, manufactured, and installed gates, doors, railings, and security fencing for numerous homes and businesses throughout Southern California. License number - 718201. Additional phone number added - 626-779-6131

"This was one of the most awful, traumatic experiences working with any contractor I’ve ever had. Patrick was extremely difficult to work with and a terrible communicator. He hardly answered emails or when he would, he’d ignoring the content. When communicating verbally, it was in one ear and out the other. It took me a year and a half to get the gate installed. From April 2019 to May 22, 2020, I just had the gate posts there in my driveway, and no gate. When they finally brought over the gate and installed it, it was not made according to the agreed-upon specs, so they carted it off and re-did it. Even in the 2nd install, while now the gate is made according to the specs, there are still unresolved issues that I don’t even want to bother with fixing any more. In April 2019, after Patrick knew which of his gate styles I wanted, he came with his guys to install the posts in the cement and install the electrical wiring under the house, and we went over various positioning of the future gate. I needed the gate to open outwards but he said that wasn’t possible. A friend of mine said it would be, and made designs, which I both emailed him and hand-delivered in Nov 2019 when I went to his workshop in Tujunga, 30 min. from my house. I brought my friend to discuss it in person before they even started building the gate. The gate design I had wanted was based on a photo of a gate in his studio and one installed in Pasadena which I sometimes went to visit and take measurements from to provide him. I insisted on including a design of the gate with the contract. He provided me this design, which was missing the central thick post, which is one of the main features I liked about the actual gate- that it looked like two doors. Instead, this was one panel. I asked him to re-design it with the measurements but based on the photo of a gate he had done but he refused, saying he had to pay someone $100 to make the first drawing. So I did it myself using this photo he sent me as the basis, and I gave that to him with specs written on it. Also, because Patrick complained that there weren’t specifics on how the gate would open outwards, and just designs, I gave him those specs, too, which my friend carefully designed. In my Nov. 11, 2019 email to him, I tried to make it crystal clear: “Hi Patrick Ready to move forward again on the gate. Todd even made a 2-D model to make sure that my car will fit though and i’d have about 10” on each side of my sideview mirrors. I’m attaching his diagrams and measurements here in the PDF and I asked him to write down in text form what he wants to say about the 3rd page. 1. Weld a second 4” by 4” steel post to the existing one so that the gate can swing open to the backyard with its hinge pin centers located 5” away from the house’s wall (requires custom block or bracket to weld hinge pin bodies to post). 2. Weld the hinge pin bodies to the BACKSIDE of the gate on 1/4” steel reinforcement plates which are welded onto the gate’s 1.5” by 1.5” vertical posts. 3. Mount the Liftmaster LA400 on a custom-made bracket so it’s pivot center is 2” left and 8” back from the hinge pin center axis (left means towards the house wall and back means towards the backyard). The Liftmaster LA400 should be installed low and out of view behind the bottom panels on the gate. 4. Attach the actuator arm of the Liftmaster LA400 to the BACKSIDE of the gate 45” away from the gate’s hinge pin center axis (will require a 1/4” steel reinforcement plate welded across the gate’s 1” by 1.5” horizontal members at the attachment point).” On Nov. 12, he wrote back: “We can not work with this. It has no guidance at all . Plus I think we can do it without the second post. So I think we need to meet again. We have an other option for the gate which would allow us not to use the second post” It then took 9 more emails to figure out from him WHEN would be good to meet. Finally, on Dec. 5 , 2019 after 2 days of unanswered emails, I called. I thought he needed to come back on site to go over the design but he refused to come back because he claimed I made him stand in the sun for two hours and because of his illness it’s not good for him, to which I said I was not familiar with that illness or its dangers, to which he said “you’re a teacher, you should look it up.” At his initial measuring meeting in April 2019, he never at one point suggested going inside because of his illness. We met again on Dec. 6, but this time I went out to his studio. I handed him hard copies of the designs and dimensions of the gate, (apparently he didn’t have the specs anymore), which included details like the distance from the wall in both open and closed position, where the actuator should be installed, the length and height of the gate, the width of the pickets. I even provided a picture of a gate he had done in Pasadena that I took in situ, and pointed arrows to the elements that should be recreated and what elements (just the flowers) should go. It was essentially the same gate. We were very specific so that there wouldn’t be any mistakes. I wanted it in writing, as a written record for both of us. On Jan. 26, 2020 I got an email they were moving ahead with building the gate, but I then heard nothing back for a month, so on Feb.20, 2020 I asked for an update. I figured they were still constructing and he’d call when ready to install. On April 15, 2020 I called to find out what’s going on, but Patrick had broken his ribs and said he’d said someone to my place to take another set of measurements on my driveway of the post distance again and he gave me Kearney’s number to make arrangements. April 20, I called Kearny, but the phone number didn’t work. I had to call Patrick back to get the right number. April 25, Kearny came. Finally, on May 22, 2020, over a year of back and forth, they finally came with the actual gate and installed it. Except the gate dimensions were off. The pickets were too thick (3/4”) and therefore there were fewer pickets. I wanted the same thin (1/2”) pickets as the gate in Pasadena for it to look more delicate. Also, the central spire was way too high in this gate - not the same 86” height as the Pasadena gate or what was written in the spec I handed him. All of this was unbelievable to me, esp. since in his April 8, 2019 invoice estimate he wrote that gate design items would be placed to customers measurements. I was explicit that I wanted my designs to accompany the contract, but it seemed he no longer had them. A few days later, they came back to take back the gate. On July 17, 2020 my friend and I went back to the workshop to look at faulty gate and drop off yet another set of hard-copy designs, and I took careful notes about what we and Kearney agreed on. Patrick was not there, but that was actually better because it never was clear that he actually understood or would carry out the agreed actions. Eventually, they came back with the revised gate, installed it but the computer box wasn’t working and Patrick had to order another panel. So I had to keep the gate open for three weeks or so. In early Fall 2020, they got the gate to open and close, but there are still issues with it, like when they touched up the black paint on the gate, they also sprayed my house in several places; they added a ball cap instead of the flat cap on a post that we had discussed; the electrical wires they installed on the front of the post make the whole thing look cheap and he refused to put them behind the post; and the original small chain link fence up the driveway is still there even though at one of the visits to his workshop, his employee Kiernan agreed to me they would remove it."

Melissa M on January 2021

Family owned and operated since 1995, Shamrock Doors & Gates has designed, manufactured, and installed gates, doors, railings, and security fencing for numerous homes and businesses throughout Southern California. License number - 718201. Additional phone number added - 626-779-6131

"This was one of the most awful, traumatic experiences working with any contractor I’ve ever had. Patrick was extremely difficult to work with and a terrible communicator. He hardly answered emails or when he would, he’d ignoring the content. When communicating verbally, it was in one ear and out the other. It took me a year and a half to get the gate installed. From April 2019 to May 22, 2020, I just had the gate posts there in my driveway, and no gate. When they finally brought over the gate and installed it, it was not made according to the agreed-upon specs, so they carted it off and re-did it. Even in the 2nd install, while now the gate is made according to the specs, there are still unresolved issues that I don’t even want to bother with fixing any more. In April 2019, after Patrick knew which of his gate styles I wanted, he came with his guys to install the posts in the cement and install the electrical wiring under the house, and we went over various positioning of the future gate. I needed the gate to open outwards but he said that wasn’t possible. A friend of mine said it would be, and made designs, which I both emailed him and hand-delivered in Nov 2019 when I went to his workshop in Tujunga, 30 min. from my house. I brought my friend to discuss it in person before they even started building the gate. The gate design I had wanted was based on a photo of a gate in his studio and one installed in Pasadena which I sometimes went to visit and take measurements from to provide him. I insisted on including a design of the gate with the contract. He provided me this design, which was missing the central thick post, which is one of the main features I liked about the actual gate- that it looked like two doors. Instead, this was one panel. I asked him to re-design it with the measurements but based on the photo of a gate he had done but he refused, saying he had to pay someone $100 to make the first drawing. So I did it myself using this photo he sent me as the basis, and I gave that to him with specs written on it. Also, because Patrick complained that there weren’t specifics on how the gate would open outwards, and just designs, I gave him those specs, too, which my friend carefully designed. In my Nov. 11, 2019 email to him, I tried to make it crystal clear: “Hi Patrick Ready to move forward again on the gate. Todd even made a 2-D model to make sure that my car will fit though and i’d have about 10” on each side of my sideview mirrors. I’m attaching his diagrams and measurements here in the PDF and I asked him to write down in text form what he wants to say about the 3rd page. 1. Weld a second 4” by 4” steel post to the existing one so that the gate can swing open to the backyard with its hinge pin centers located 5” away from the house’s wall (requires custom block or bracket to weld hinge pin bodies to post). 2. Weld the hinge pin bodies to the BACKSIDE of the gate on 1/4” steel reinforcement plates which are welded onto the gate’s 1.5” by 1.5” vertical posts. 3. Mount the Liftmaster LA400 on a custom-made bracket so it’s pivot center is 2” left and 8” back from the hinge pin center axis (left means towards the house wall and back means towards the backyard). The Liftmaster LA400 should be installed low and out of view behind the bottom panels on the gate. 4. Attach the actuator arm of the Liftmaster LA400 to the BACKSIDE of the gate 45” away from the gate’s hinge pin center axis (will require a 1/4” steel reinforcement plate welded across the gate’s 1” by 1.5” horizontal members at the attachment point).” On Nov. 12, he wrote back: “We can not work with this. It has no guidance at all . Plus I think we can do it without the second post. So I think we need to meet again. We have an other option for the gate which would allow us not to use the second post” It then took 9 more emails to figure out from him WHEN would be good to meet. Finally, on Dec. 5 , 2019 after 2 days of unanswered emails, I called. I thought he needed to come back on site to go over the design but he refused to come back because he claimed I made him stand in the sun for two hours and because of his illness it’s not good for him, to which I said I was not familiar with that illness or its dangers, to which he said “you’re a teacher, you should look it up.” At his initial measuring meeting in April 2019, he never at one point suggested going inside because of his illness. We met again on Dec. 6, but this time I went out to his studio. I handed him hard copies of the designs and dimensions of the gate, (apparently he didn’t have the specs anymore), which included details like the distance from the wall in both open and closed position, where the actuator should be installed, the length and height of the gate, the width of the pickets. I even provided a picture of a gate he had done in Pasadena that I took in situ, and pointed arrows to the elements that should be recreated and what elements (just the flowers) should go. It was essentially the same gate. We were very specific so that there wouldn’t be any mistakes. I wanted it in writing, as a written record for both of us. On Jan. 26, 2020 I got an email they were moving ahead with building the gate, but I then heard nothing back for a month, so on Feb.20, 2020 I asked for an update. I figured they were still constructing and he’d call when ready to install. On April 15, 2020 I called to find out what’s going on, but Patrick had broken his ribs and said he’d said someone to my place to take another set of measurements on my driveway of the post distance again and he gave me Kearney’s number to make arrangements. April 20, I called Kearny, but the phone number didn’t work. I had to call Patrick back to get the right number. April 25, Kearny came. Finally, on May 22, 2020, over a year of back and forth, they finally came with the actual gate and installed it. Except the gate dimensions were off. The pickets were too thick (3/4”) and therefore there were fewer pickets. I wanted the same thin (1/2”) pickets as the gate in Pasadena for it to look more delicate. Also, the central spire was way too high in this gate - not the same 86” height as the Pasadena gate or what was written in the spec I handed him. All of this was unbelievable to me, esp. since in his April 8, 2019 invoice estimate he wrote that gate design items would be placed to customers measurements. I was explicit that I wanted my designs to accompany the contract, but it seemed he no longer had them. A few days later, they came back to take back the gate. On July 17, 2020 my friend and I went back to the workshop to look at faulty gate and drop off yet another set of hard-copy designs, and I took careful notes about what we and Kearney agreed on. Patrick was not there, but that was actually better because it never was clear that he actually understood or would carry out the agreed actions. Eventually, they came back with the revised gate, installed it but the computer box wasn’t working and Patrick had to order another panel. So I had to keep the gate open for three weeks or so. In early Fall 2020, they got the gate to open and close, but there are still issues with it, like when they touched up the black paint on the gate, they also sprayed my house in several places; they added a ball cap instead of the flat cap on a post that we had discussed; the electrical wires they installed on the front of the post make the whole thing look cheap and he refused to put them behind the post; and the original small chain link fence up the driveway is still there even though at one of the visits to his workshop, his employee Kiernan agreed to me they would remove it."

Melissa M on January 2021

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Wood fence installations FAQs

To determine how much fencing you need, start by measuring the perimeter of the area you want to enclose. Divide that number by the standard post spacing (usually six to eight feet) to calculate the number of posts you'll need. For precise measurements and to account for any irregularities, consider hiring a professional land surveyor.

Wood fences last 15 to 20 years when built with quality materials and installed properly. Pine fences last 10 to 15 years, while composite walls offer 20 to 30 years of durability. The fence’s lifespan is influenced by wood quality, weather exposure, and regular maintenance, which preserves its strength and appearance.

To prolong the life of your wood fence, you need to inspect it at least once each year and act immediately on any signs of loose nails, rusting hinges, or rotting boards. Annual cleaning, followed by a fresh coat of paint or stain every two to three years, secures the fence’s durability and preserves its appearance in all weather.

Fence posts are typically placed four to eight feet apart. Check with your local code requirements to ensure the correct spacing, depth, and setting. The placement of your fence posts depends on the fence height and material. Generally speaking, it's better for the fence if your posts are closer together.

To avoid upheavals or other issues, bury your fence post so the depth exceeds the frost line, or about one-third to one-half of the aboveground height of your post. Check with your local code requirements to determine the right depth for your home since it varies by location.

If a fence borders your neighbor’s property, you must inform your neighbor in advance about the installation. You share the responsibility for repair and maintenance in such cases, so both parties are held accountable by local regulations. It is essential to confirm your local code requirements and documented agreements to avoid future disputes and ensure clear responsibilities.

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