Suggestions? Build or order metal entry gate... page 2 - Philippines forum

Larry Fisher · 2023-06-30T03:00:57+02:00

So we currently have a simple interlink fence around the front and halfway back the sides of house. This old fence is held up by weak home made wood posts. Basically it's all shit. The front entry to my parking pad and the property is a inward swinging two gate wood and interlink that's junk. We're estimating materials for a 3-4 block high, then full height interlink with cement posts, topped with 3 strings barbed wire. This would match what I had done to the rear of the property. But we need a new entry gate also. my requirements for the entry gate: Must swing out (least desired) or roller slide sideways (preferred). Must be able to lock/unlock (padlock or whatever) from either side of the fence. So my worker, I can't call him a true contractor, but he does a good job unsupervised (and he has a helper). Says it would be cheaper to make the metal gate. However, he only has a little stick welder. I'm an old style mig/tig guy. I can mig weld (wire feed also called) with the best of them. But we don't have a mig welder. And frankly, his welds are not pretty with stick. Now if I purchase a custom made gate. I don't even know where to look (Argao Cebu) to have it done and no idea how much a small gate (it's only a little Mitsubishi Mirage) will cost. What would some of you guys do or have done already?

Suggestions? Build or order metal entry gate...

bigpearl ViP

Member since 27 January 2018

bigpearlViP04 July 2023 10:09:10

#41

3839

And watch the supposed guards run for the hills at the first sign of trouble?

I wonder if arty5987 had security and gates in the US? Philippines is far safer, watch the news.

OMO but if you need that st1t you are in a danger zone and the OP simply asked about gates, fences and barbed wire for his needs and as said not about your pompous ego.

I suppose you have no pollution in your guarded enclave as well? The security systems keep it out or you grew lots of trees? I'm pretty sure I know your number from another site, branching out now?

To Larry, sorry but it appears we have a serial frustrated soul that can't make a decent contribution only sarcasm and cynicism, he won't last long here.

OMO.

Cheers, Steve.

Enzyte Bob ViP

Member since 26 October 2018

Enzyte BobViP04 July 2023 11:28:33

#42

3921

Moon Dog said . . . .I have a remote controlled gate opening system that I have yet to install.

Remote gate opening is a good idea because your house is set back. You have a lot of Lazada deliveries, maybe a doorbell + CCTV so you can see who wants access.

bigpearl ViP

Member since 27 January 2018

bigpearlViP04 July 2023 11:46:31

#43

3839

Bob we have a doorbell and camera at the gate, chimes in the house and our phones all off the net and we can see who is at the gate and talk to them, tell them we are coming, even if on the beach, great range and only like P 2,500. Best thing since canned sardines.

Also takes snap shots of those coming to or walking past the gate, motion detector.

Cheers, Steve.

Enzyte Bob ViP

Member since 26 October 2018

Enzyte BobViP04 July 2023 12:05:53

#44

3921

bigpearl said . . . Bob we have a doorbell and camera at the gate, chimes in the house and our phones all off the net and we can see who is at the gate and talk to them, tell them we are coming, even if on the beach, great range and only like P 2,500. - - - Best thing since canned sardines.

I prefer baked bean cans connected with waxed strings.

Larry Fisher Serial expat

Member since 02 October 2022

Larry FisherSerial expat04 July 2023 12:23:21

#45

634

And watch the supposed guards run for the hills at the first sign of trouble?
I wonder if arty5987 had security and gates in the US? Philippines is far safer, watch the news.

OMO but if you need that st1t you are in a danger zone and the OP simply asked about gates, fences and barbed wire for his needs and as said not about your pompous ego.

I suppose you have no pollution in your guarded enclave as well? The security systems keep it out or you grew lots of trees? I'm pretty sure I know your number from another site, branching out now?

To Larry, sorry but it appears we have a serial frustrated soul that can't make a decent contribution only sarcasm and cynicism, he won't last long here.

OMO.

Cheers, Steve.
-@bigpearl

We're also blessed with no homeowners association butting into our business. If we want to paint the house black and pink, nobody will stop us. We can walk around off our property and pick fresh wild papaya, mangoes, bananas, to our hearts content. We have roosters crowing in the mornings and families of 5 on their motorbikes going to school. I love our freedom and humble lifestyle. Exactly what I retired for. I'm up at 4am and on the porch with my coffee watching our little world here wakeup. What could be better?

AlbertaDonuts Contributor

Member since 28 March 2019

AlbertaDonutsContributor17 July 2023 21:06:57

#46

148

@bigpearl Beautiful style to the gate and garage... much envy here.聽

Enzyte Bob ViP

Member since 26 October 2018

Enzyte BobViP17 July 2023 22:40:59

#47

3921

arty59867 said. . . . My ego is just fine.

Really?

bigpearl ViP

Member since 27 January 2018

bigpearlViP17 July 2023 22:45:50

#48

3839

Absolutely Bob, he has a perfectly large ego, can't you pick up on that?

I'm thinking of putting up some barbed wire to boost the inability of some to see we all have choices.

Cheers, Steve.

Larry Fisher Serial expat

Member since 02 October 2022

Larry FisherSerial expat18 July 2023 01:46:19

#49

634

-@bigpearl

Our entry gate is being installed today. Sideways roller, with a man door. Stainless steel, custom made.

Ours is a more humble home. Smaller property, deep back area with a piggery housing 4 sows and 21 fatteners presently. Supported with bio-gas tanks keeping smells minimal and offering free gas to the dirty kitchen whenever we want.

How do I post pics here? I don't have tinypic account. seems like a hassle?