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How to Install a Gate on a Slope

Hello everyone, I am Marco from Fenceshop, the e-commerce site for fence products. Today we will explain how to install a gate on a sloped fence. We will provide useful tips and illustrate the technical features to adopt during installation or fence design to avoid unpleasant situations.

Introduction

The first thing to consider is that the gate must stay as close to the ground as possible. This can be a problem for those who need to prevent animals from exiting or entering, while for others it might not be relevant. Additionally, we are talking about longitudinal slope, in the direction of the fence and not in the gate opening direction.

Rules for Installing a Gate on a Slope

1. Posts must be plumb

The posts must always be plumb, perfectly straight. A gate with posts out of plumb can cause damage to property and people when opened. Therefore, it is crucial that the posts are set straight and level.

2. Gate Position

Installing a gate on a sloped section is always complicated. During the planning stage, try to position the gate in an area with the least possible slope. This will save you time and effort.

3. Gentle Slope

If the slope is slight, for example, 10 cm over 3 meters, you can resolve the issue by "stealing" the initial height. This means you can keep the gate almost level on the higher side and allow a difference of 11 cm on the other side without having to modify the ground.

4. Significant Slope

If the slope is greater, say 20-25 cm over 1 meter, there are two solutions:

Create a special gate that follows the shape of the terrain.
Excavate the ground at the highest part and move it to the lower part, leveling the terrain to create a uniform level for the gate to pass through.

5. Sliding Gate

If the gate is sliding, it is imperative that the sliding guide is perfectly level. A sliding gate on a slope can be dangerous, as it could slide due to inertia and cause damage. Ensure the guide is straight and always use safety stops on the guides and posts.

Final Considerations

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