What Do You Need to Know about Vinyl Fence Gates in Dallas?

A Dallas vinyl fence is a great way to keep the outside world out of your backyard, but what do you do when you need to get to the other side? A vinyl fence gate is an important part of every vinyl fence. That said, it isn’t always easy to choose the right gate for your needs. Here are a few questions to ask yourself when deciding on what kind of gate you want for your Dallas vinyl fence.

How Big Do I Need My Gate to Be?

Before deciding anything else about your vinyl fence gate, you need to know approximately how big it should be. Vinyl fence gates are available in a huge variety of sizes, from very narrow to wider than a two-car driveway. The placement of the gate, though, will affect the construction of the rest of your vinyl fence. Placing gates after the fact is much more difficult than planning ahead and knowing where your gate will be from the start.

Most walk-through gates are three or four feet wide, about the same width as an interior door in your house. That said, it’s easy to get a gate that is wider or narrower depending on your preference. It can also help to think about what your primary purpose for your gate will be.

What Will I Use My Gate For?

To help you choose how wide you want your vinyl fence gate to be and where you want to place it, think about what you will use it for and if you need it to meet any special needs. For instance, you may need a wider gate close to the street if you have a backyard garage. A pool gate needs to be low enough that you can easily reach over it to lock and unlock it. A gate on a large property might need to be wider to accommodate riding lawnmowers or recreational vehicles.

Remember to think about occasional or uncommon gate uses as well. You might not need to push a wheelbarrow through your vinyl fence gate very often, but you’ll be thankful it’s wide enough if you ever do. A good rule of thumb is to go a foot or two wider than the widest piece of equipment you regularly use (such as a lawnmower, four wheeler, garden cart, etc). This will give you some extra room to grow in the future.

What Do I Want My Gate to Look Like?

Vinyl fence gates come in a huge variety of styles, and our gates at Future Outdoors are no exception. Along with matching the look of your vinyl fence, you can also get a gate with an accent or additional feature to make it stand out. Here are a few popular vinyl fence gate additions you might want to consider.

What Should My Gate Be Made Of?

For most fences and fence gates, vinyl is the perfect material. It’s strength allows it to withstand years of use and weather. It’s light weight makes it easy to open and close, and it also reduces stress on the fence posts and hinges. And vinyl’s durability means your fence gate will stay looking brand-new year after year. Plus, we build our vinyl fence gates with a powder-coated and painted steel frame to ensure they never fall out of square or break down.

That said, we also understand that in some applications you need something other than vinyl. For example, if you’re looking for a sliding security gate for your home or business, you might need it to be made of metal rather than vinyl. At Future Outdoors, we can install gates made of steel, ornamental iron, aluminum, and other materials so we can always meet your fencing needs.

How We Can Help! 

Do you have questions about your vinyl fence gate project in Dallas? Call (972) 576-1600 today to speak to one of our vinyl fence specialists here at Future Outdoors. As the leading provider of vinyl fence and vinyl structures in the Dallas metro, we have the experience and knowledge to answer all of your questions with ease. Call today or visit our website, or follow us on Facebook for more updates and helpful tips.