When family and friends pull up to your home, the first part of the property they will see is your driveway. If your house is surrounded by fencing, you’ll want to close off that entrance with a locked gate, so only permitted guests can enter. While you could just opt for a traditional, hinged gate, you’re better off choosing an electric version for both safety and aesthetics. Below are three advantages of selecting this advanced gate style.

3 Reasons to Get an Electric Gate for Your Driveway

1. Convenience 

When you’re coming home after a long day, you don’t want to have to turn off your car and exit your vehicle just to open the gate to your driveway. Once you get back in and drive up, you’ll have to return to the bottom of your driveway to close and lock the gate. Not only does this take time out of your day, but it also makes your home less accessible, especially if you and any of your loved ones are dealing with injuries or mobility issues. With an electric gate, you can simply open and close the barrier from inside your car, adding to your comfort, convenience, and free time.

2. Safety

Your electric gates will be configured only to open to your remote control inside your vehicle. There may also be a keypad on the gate itself, so you can still operate the mechanical opener if your remote stops working. Without the remote or secret code, intruders can’t easily enter your property. This is much safer than a standard gate, which could simply be pried open by a trespasser.

3. Beauty

Electric gates are more modern than traditional, manual models, and they don’t look typical. They can be ordered in a variety of materials, including wrought-iron, vinyl, and wood, and can even be custom-designed to suit your property’s fencing. You can also select a color that matches your home or choose to include a design or symbol. This will increase the curb appeal of your home. Since they last for decades and won’t fall off swinging hinges, electric gates will accentuate the appearance of your home and raise property value. 

If you’re interested in adding an electric gate to your driveway entrance, reach out to Modern Fence Technology in Cal-Nev-Ari, NV. They’ve been supplying and installing top-quality fences and gates throughout the area for over 25 years. Whether you need chain-link barriers or refined wrought-iron fencing, you can count on their licensed crew to get the job done. To learn more about their offerings, visit the website. Call (928) 278-7472 to arrange for your free estimate.