Metal Gates and Fences in Montgomery, IL

We work on homes across Montgomery, from the east side near the Virgil Gilman Trail and Seasons Ridge to the neighborhoods off Orchard Road, Montgomery Road, and Routes 30, 31, and 25. Most homes here are single-family detached houses, so most of our jobs enclose a backyard, close off a driveway, or add a walk-through gate at the side of the house.

For metal fence installation, we put in steel, aluminum, and ornamental metal fencing. We lay out the fence line, mark post spacing, and plan how the panels follow the ground. On a slope, we either rack the panels to follow the grade or step them down in level sections.

For driveway gate installation, we build and hang single swing, double swing, and sliding gates. We measure the opening width, swing clearance, and ground clearance, then size the gate posts and concrete footings to carry the gate's weight.

For pedestrian gate installation, we set walk-through gates with the clear opening width, swing direction, and latch height you need. We fit self-closing hinges or gate closers when the gate has to shut on its own.

When a gate sags, binds, or drags, our gate and fence repair work corrects it. We replace hinges, repair latches, re-weld cracked joints, swap bent pickets, and stabilize loose posts.

When a standard panel will not fit the opening, we build it. Our custom gate and fence fabrication starts with field measurements and fabrication drawings. We cut, weld, and fit up the frame before it comes to your property.

When the metal is sound but the finish has failed, we handle metal gate and fence refinishing. We remove rust and old coating, prime the bare metal, and apply an exterior topcoat or powder coat.

Every fence in Montgomery that goes into the ground needs a permit and a utility dig number. We request the dig number before we break ground and wait for the lines to be marked. If a marked line runs through the planned fence route, we shift the post locations before we dig. That can change the post spacing and the panel lengths, so we confirm the marks before we finalize the layout.

We dig Montgomery post holes 42 inches deep. The minimum is 36 inches, but the deeper hole gives the concrete footing more grip in the ground and holds the post steadier through freeze and thaw. A gate post carries more load than a line post, so we set gate posts with larger footings and check them for plumb before the concrete sets. A post that leans even slightly will pull a gate out of line and leave the latch missing its strike.

Corner lots change the fence plan. Along the corner side yard, a fence can be no taller than 4 feet unless it sits 10 feet back from the corner side property line. When you want a taller fence there, we move the line back 10 feet. When you want the fence closer to the sidewalk, we build that run at 4 feet and step up to the taller height where the fence turns into the rear yard. We plan that height change at the post so the panels meet cleanly.

Montgomery neighborhoods include newer subdivision homes, and the 2010s were a leading construction decade. On those lots we often find the original fences and gates still in service. That is when we start to see loose fasteners, worn hinges, peeling factory coatings, and posts that have shifted as the backfill settled. We check each post for movement and look closely at the bottom rail and tubing for rust or trapped water before we decide whether to repair or replace.

We start by walking the fence line and testing the gates. We open and close each gate, watch where it drags, and check the gap at the latch. We push on posts to find movement. We look at welds, hinge mounting plates, and the bottom of the tubing, where water sits and rust starts first. Then we write down what each section needs.

For a new fence or gate, we measure the site and mark the layout. We set corner, end, and gate posts first, then run a line for the posts between them. We dig each post hole to full depth, set each post in concrete, and check plumb and height before the concrete cures. Once the posts are firm, we hang panels on brackets and check picket spacing and alignment along the run.

For gates, we mount the hinges, hang the gate, and adjust it until it swings freely with even ground clearance. We set the latch, add gate stops, and install drop rods on double gates so both leaves hold closed.

For repair, we fix the cause, not just the symptom. A sagging gate may need new hinges, a reinforced frame, or a reset post. We check which one it is before we start. Cracked welds get ground clean and re-welded. Bent pickets get cut out and replaced.

For refinishing, we degrease the metal, remove rust and failing coating by sanding or abrasive blasting, and check for corrosion damage underneath. We prime bare metal the right after cleaning it so it does not flash rust, then apply a topcoat that is compatible with the primer and let it cure before the gate goes back into use.

Do I need a permit for a fence in Montgomery?

Yes. A fence in Montgomery needs a permit, and any digging needs a utility dig number first. We get the dig number and wait for the utility marks before we dig a single post hole.

How deep do you set fence posts?

We dig post holes 42 inches deep and set the posts in concrete. Gate posts get larger footings because they carry the weight and swing of the gate.

My gate drags on the driveway. Can you fix it without replacing it?

Usually, yes. A dragging gate most often has worn hinges, a sagging frame, or a post that has leaned. We find which one it is, then replace the hinges, square and reinforce the frame, or reset the post. We replace the gate only when the frame itself is too damaged to hold its shape.

I'm on a corner lot. How tall can my fence be?

Along the corner side yard, the fence can be 4 feet tall. If you want it taller, we set that run 10 feet back from the corner side property line. We lay out both options on your lot so you can see where each fence would sit.

What affects the cost of a metal fence or gate?

Fence length, material, height, gate size, custom fabrication, number of posts, and site access all change the price. Our fence and gate cost guide explains each one, and our project process guide walks through the steps from measurement to final adjustment.

Call (630) 473-9918 or request an estimate for metal gate and fence work in Montgomery. Tell us whether your gate sags, drags, or won't latch, or where your fence is rusting or leaning. We will measure the job, check the posts and hardware, and put the recommended work in writing. We also serve nearby Oswego and North Aurora.