Automatic entry gates - DIY

[Mrsig]

I did a 12' gate Mighty Mule with a marine battery powered by 30W solar panel. My gate opens out & I have the automatic gate lock also with with key pads for guest.

 

[EddieWalker]

JSJ ProTech LLC

E8 Automatic Gate Opener

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This is what I ended up buying for my place. It's a single opener, but they also sell double openers. Somebody on here recommended them and I saved the link. A few years later when I was ready to buy something, I read every review that I could find, which also lead me to buying it. Another selling point was that it's a screw type opener, not hydraulic. I haven't had it for a year yet, so I can't say how long it will last, but so far, it's worked like it's supposed to. My only problems have been with the ends of the wire breaking where they are screwed into the panel. I blame myself for that when stripping the wire, but it's also a tight fit and you need to take it slow and be patient.

My Front Gate Project

About 15 years ago I cleared the trees, moved a bunch of dirt and created my entrance. I built the columns and installed the white vinyl three rail fence. Over the years I've sort of lost interest in the white vinyl fence to the point that I'm going to remove it and go with wood. But that's...

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This is my front gate project. I think it's a pretty basic do it yourself project. If you want a fancy gate, that might mean hiring a pro to do that, but otherwise, it's all pretty straight forward. I still need to buy the rock to finish it off, but I'm dealing with too many other "emergency" projects that my wife comes up with.

 

[plowhog]

Since you are doing outswing you need to set your keypad post far enough out to have room for the gates to open.

That's good advice, thanks.

I need to factor the distance back to a driver's seat in a vehicle at a keypad, distance to the front of their vehicle, a comfortable buffer, and distance required for the gate outswing. I guess if I used my 3/4 ton quad cab truck that should work for most vehicles.

 

[bmaverick]

That's good advice, thanks.

I need to factor the distance back to a driver's seat in a vehicle at a keypad, distance to the front of their vehicle, a comfortable buffer, and distance required for the gate outswing. I guess if I used my 3/4 ton quad cab truck that should work for most vehicles.

Went over on the next road by me. There is a gated driveway there. It's not at all a complicated system and all for less than $250.

Using a typical garage door opener, the SCREW DRIVE type, one can fab this to open and close the gate. You get 2 remotes and a keypad. The real question is, do you have power up at the gate location.

Genie Signature Series 2 HPc Screw Drive Wi-Fi Enabled Smart Home Garage Door Opener, 3-Button Remotes and Wall Console 4063-TNMSV - The Home Depot

Modernize your residence this time by installing this Genie MachForce Connect c Screw Drive Smart Home Garage Door Opener.

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[TractorGuy]

Went over on the next road by me. There is a gated driveway there. It's not at all a complicated system and all for less than $250.

Using a typical garage door opener, the SCREW DRIVE type, one can fab this to open and close the gate. You get 2 remotes and a keypad. The real question is, do you have power up at the gate location.

Genie Signature Series 2 HPc Screw Drive Wi-Fi Enabled Smart Home Garage Door Opener, 3-Button Remotes and Wall Console 4063-TNMSV - The Home Depot

Modernize your residence this time by installing this Genie MachForce Connect c Screw Drive Smart Home Garage Door Opener.

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Those won't stand up outside. Not built for use in rain.

 

[bmaverick]

Those won't stand up outside. Not built for use in rain.

Never said they had to be left in the rain, just make a DIY enclosure.

 

[plowhog]

Just received my first quote from a gate contractor:

14' wide ornamental iron gate, comprised of two 7' gates, powder coated
Final design/style selected and approved by customer
Gates hung with power hinges, liftmaster gate operators, remote keypad for gate entry
Emergency access system included (fire dept.)
Sensor loop(s) excluded - provided by customer (was my request so I can install asphalt first)
Two single button remote controls
Any electrical work excluded-- done by others.
No permit- up to me to obtain permit and pay cost.
No fencing - gate and equipment only

$48,325

Terms: due to rising cost of materials, 50% must be paid up front to lock in price. Installation in approximately 2 months.

 

[grsthegreat]

That’s nuts.

 

[bmaverick]

Just received my first quote from a gate contractor:

14' wide ornamental iron gate, comprised of two 7' gates, powder coated
Final design/style selected and approved by customer
Gates hung with power hinges, liftmaster gate operators, remote keypad for gate entry
Emergency access system included (fire dept.)
Sensor loop(s) excluded - provided by customer (was my request so I can install asphalt first)
Two single button remote controls
Any electrical work excluded-- done by others.
No permit- up to me to obtain permit and pay cost.
No fencing - gate and equipment only

$48,325

Terms: due to rising cost of materials, 50% must be paid up front to lock in price. Installation in approximately 2 months.

For a mere $10K more, you could own a base model 2021 Corvette !

 

[MoKelly]

Just received my first quote from a gate contractor:

14' wide ornamental iron gate, comprised of two 7' gates, powder coated
Final design/style selected and approved by customer
Gates hung with power hinges, liftmaster gate operators, remote keypad for gate entry
Emergency access system included (fire dept.)
Sensor loop(s) excluded - provided by customer (was my request so I can install asphalt first)
Two single button remote controls
Any electrical work excluded-- done by others.
No permit- up to me to obtain permit and pay cost.
No fencing - gate and equipment only

$48,325

Terms: due to rising cost of materials, 50% must be paid up front to lock in price. Installation in approximately 2 months.

To quote John McEnroe —- you cannot be serious!!!