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Benefits of Electric Gates and What to Know Before Buying

Electric gates are a great way to add security to your home and ensure your property is safe from unwanted visitors. They are often seen as an alternative to traditional entryway gates because they operate without requiring manual assistance. In this blog post, you'll learn about the many benefits of electric gates and what you should know before buying. Keep reading to find out more. What is an electric gate? An electric gate is a type of automated gate powered by electricity. Electrically powered gates are either manually or remote controlled and can be programmed to open and close at Read More

We Help You Choose the Right Driveway Electric Gates

When you want a gate with design, security and the function you need, Capitol Fence has the experience you need.             The Right Material for Your Gate If you have fencing that surrounds your property, you want a gate that keeps the look flowing. The types of material that are available are wood, vinyl, wrought iron or aluminum. You may choose the beauty of wood with iron. We can also customize your gate with glass or pewter, or iron finials to adorn the top. At Capitol Fence, we work with you to create the look and design you want Read More

Capitol Fence Shares Popular Ways to Personalize Electric Gates

We recently shared with customers popular ways to personalize electric gates. Installing electric gates in Austin is growing increasingly popular with homeowners for the way in which they enhance a property’s curb appeal and increase security. “Automatic gates come in a variety of styles, materials and operating methods, all of which impact the final cost of the project – which is why we decided to share with our valued customers some popular ways to personalize them,” says Mike Morrow, owner of Capitol Fence. “With electric gates, homeowners do not need to exit their vehi Read More

Should You Install Driveway Gates? 4 Reasons to Consider It

Driveway gates add a touch of elegance to any home. It’s a nice feeling to have a gate that separates your home from everyone elses. Read on for a few reasons why you should consider installing one at the end of your driveway.           1. Increased Security Adding an electric gate to your home will greatly increase the security of your property. You will have 100% control over who does and does not come up to your home when you install a sturdy gate. Austin entry gate installers can quickly make your home safer than most others. You can’t put Read More

3 Beautiful Gate Design Ideas for Residences

The design and beauty of an automatic gate can substantially add to the value of your home. Aside from that, a well-designed fence is an expression of your personality and of the design you chose for your home. Here are a couple of ways you can personalize your gate or fence to add that personal touch you want.         Add a Bit of Global Inspiration Consider a solid wood, bamboo, or artistic metal automatic gate. Each of these adds a globally inspirational touch to the gate and your home. Solid wood gates can be plain, or have custom features added to the Read More

3 Reasons an Automatic Gate is Better Than a Manual Gate

When thinking about the addition of a property gate, it’s worth your while to think of an automatic electric gate instead of a manual gate. Automatic gates offer more security and convenience. For instance, when you have an automatic gate, there is no need to get out of your car and unlock the gate to then get back in the car to drive through. With an automatic opener or a key code, you can have the doors open automatically from the car which provides you and your family with more convenience and safety.     Added Beauty Automatic gates are very attractive. They enhance Read More

3 Electric Gate Installation FAQs

If you live in Austin, Texas, and are interested in having an electric gate installed, you probably have a lot of questions. At Capitol Fence, we want to make sure you have all the information necessary before starting your project. We’re listing our frequently asked questions in today’s blog post that will help you with choices when it comes to electric gate installation in Austin.         1. How Do I Choose the Right Installer for Me? There is no doubt that the process of gate installation will take some time. The first thing to do when hiring an ele Read More

Reasons for Installing a Wrought Iron Fence on Your Property

              Having a wrought iron fence will make your home stand out from your neighbors. Along with having something different than those in your community with plain picket fences, there are many other reasons to invest in wrought iron on your property.               Safety The most important thing for most homeowners is protecting their loved ones, especially kids and pets. Let your kids and pets run wild in the yard, using all their energy, and know that they a Read More

Automatic Driveway Gates Improve Security

              Even if your home in the Austin area is fenced, how secure is your driveway? Installing Austin automatic driveway gates is one of the best ways any homeowner can guarantee controlled access to their property.   What Automatic Driveway Gates Do Automatic driveway gates are motor operated so that the gates open and close, either by sliding from left to right, or swinging open and closed. When automatic gates are installed, you have the choice of a variety of options, including electric eyes, cameras, video screen Read More

Choosing the Right Electric Gate System For Your Home

                      Have you thought about getting an electric gate installed for your Austin home? Even if you have a reliable garage door and good security system, there are many reasons why you may want to consider electric gate installation. What Kind of Automatic Electric Gate Should You Get?                       One decision that you'll want to consider is whether you want an automatic sliding driveway gate or a swing gate. Swing gates are the most Read More

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