Commercial Access Gates
Commercial Gates in Gastonia, NC for Businesses and Properties
J & G Fence Company, Inc. builds commercial gates in Gastonia, NC, from cantilever slide gates to dumpster enclosures and operator-ready gate systems. Our own employee crews build and install each one.
Choosing Commercial Gates in Gastonia, NC
A gate is the part of a fence that works hardest. It opens and closes many times a day, takes bumps from vehicles and carts, and decides who gets onto the property. Commercial gates in Gastonia, NC have to be built for that kind of use, or they start to sag, drag and fail. J & G Fence Company, Inc. builds gates for property managers, facility managers, general contractors and developers across Gaston County and the Piedmont.
Our office is at 1326 West 2nd Avenue, Gastonia, NC 28052, and we have built fence and gates in this region since 1989. Call (704) 868-3559 Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, to set up a walk-through. Saturday visits are available by appointment.
Signs a Site Is Ready for Security Gate Installation
Most gate projects start with a gate that no longer does its job, or with a site that has changed around it. Security gate installation is worth a look when any of these show up.
- A swing gate that drags, sags or blocks traffic when it opens
- A drive opening too wide or too busy for a swing gate
- Trash enclosure gates that hang open or have come off their hinges
- A plan to add a gate operator to a gate that was never built for one
- A new building, yard or parking area with no controlled entrance
When a gate keeps failing, the design is often the problem, not the hardware. We look at how the opening is used before we recommend a fix.
Our Commercial Gate Process From Walk-Through to Final Check
Most commercial gates in Gastonia, NC go in on properties that stay open. Our process keeps traffic moving and keeps your team informed.
Scheduling Around Traffic
We plan gate work around tenants, deliveries, trash pickup and site work. You know ahead of time when an opening will be closed and for how long.
Site Walk-Through
We measure the opening, check the grade and look at how vehicles and people move through it. We also check the town's or county's fence rules before we build.
Written Proposal
You get a free estimate in writing that covers the gate type, the size, the posts and the hardware. Any operator-ready details are spelled out too.
Installation by Our Crews
Our own employee crews set the posts and build and hang the gate. The company that wrote the proposal does the work.
Final Check
We triple-check the posts, the hardware and the way the gate moves and latches. Then we walk it with you before we call it finished.
Cantilever Slide Gate Installation
A cantilever slide gate rolls to the side along the fence line instead of swinging open. It hangs from rollers on posts beside the opening, so nothing sits on the ground across the drive. That makes it a strong choice for wide vehicle entrances, sloped drives and sites where a swing gate would block traffic.
Cantilever gates need room beside the opening for the gate to slide into. During the walk-through we measure that space and check the grade along it, because a gate that rolls over uneven ground will not run smoothly for long. If the room is not there, we tell you plainly and talk through other options.
We set the posts and hang the gate so it moves without binding. For sites that will add an operator, we build the slide gate operator-ready from the start, so the operator can be added later without rework.
Dumpster Enclosure Gates
Dumpster enclosure gates take more abuse than almost any other gate on a property. They are opened by trash trucks, residents and staff, often in a hurry. Weak hinges and light frames give out fast, and a gate that hangs open makes the whole enclosure look neglected.
We build enclosure gates with frames, hinges and latches sized for daily heavy use. Gates can be built to match the enclosure fence, whether it is chain link, wood or another material on the site. We also look at how the trash truck approaches, so the gates open wide enough and stay out of the way.
For apartment communities, failing enclosure gates are a common item on the repair list. Our multi-family fencing programs give property managers one company to call when they need attention.
Operator-Ready Gate Systems
An operator-ready gate is built so a gate operator can be added to it. We build the gate, the posts and the framing ready for the operator, with the size, weight and mounting points it needs. The operator itself and any access control electronics are installed by the provider you choose.
Planning for the operator early saves money later. A gate built without one in mind may be too heavy, too flexible or set on posts that cannot carry the load. We are happy to talk through the gate details with your access control provider before we build.
Commercial access gate installation often comes as part of a larger fence job. When a site needs a new perimeter as well, our commercial security fence work and the gates can be built in the same project by the same crews.
What Affects the Cost of Commercial Gates
We do not publish prices for commercial gates, because the size and use of each opening are different. The free written estimate gives you the real number for your site.
- The width and height of the opening
- Gate type: cantilever slide, swing or enclosure gates
- Frame material, finish and the fence the gate must match
- Posts, rollers, hinges and latches sized for the gate
- Operator-ready framing and mounting points
- Grade, access and work hours around traffic
Why Businesses Trust J & G With Their Gates
J & G Fence Company, Inc. has built fence and gates since 1989, when Joe and Gary started putting fences back up for neighbors after Hurricane Hugo. Tim now runs the day-to-day with Angie, and Joe's standards are still on every job. General contractors and property managers return to us with repeat work.
- Gates built and hung by our own employee crews
- More than 35 years of fence and gate work in the Piedmont
- Repeat general contractor and property management partners
- A subcontractor listing in The Blue Book of Building & Construction
- Free written estimates with honest advice on gate type
- Ready when you are Free written estimates, from the crews who build it.Call (704) 868-3559
Commercial Gate Questions
Every board on this fence is a question we hear often. Pick one and it swings open.
When is a cantilever slide gate better than a swing gate?
A cantilever slide gate is often better for wide openings, sloped drives and busy entrances. It slides along the fence line instead of swinging, so it does not block traffic or need clear ground in front of it. It does need room beside the opening, which we measure during the walk-through before recommending it.
Do you install gate operators or access control?
No. We build operator-ready gates, with the posts, framing and mounting points an operator needs. The operator and any access control electronics are installed by the provider you choose. We can talk through the gate details with that provider before we build, so the gate and the operator work together from the start.
Can you repair dumpster enclosure gates instead of replacing them?
Sometimes. If the frame is sound, new hinges, latches or a reset post may be all it needs. If the frame is bent or too light for daily use, a stronger gate usually costs less over time than repeated repairs. We look at the gate and tell you honestly which makes more sense, with the price in writing.
Can new gates match our existing fence?
In most cases, yes. We build gates to work with the fence already on the site, whether it is chain link, wood or another material. During the walk-through we look at the existing fence, its height and its condition. If the fence itself needs work, we tell you and include it as an option in the written estimate.
How do we get an estimate for commercial gates?
Call (704) 868-3559, Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, or send a request through our contact page. We will set up a walk-through, measure the opening and talk about how it is used. You then receive a free estimate in writing that covers the gate, the posts and the hardware.
Get the Right Gate for Your Entrance
Planning new commercial gates in Gastonia, NC? Tell us about the opening and how it is used each day. We will walk the site, recommend the right gate and put a free estimate in writing.