Chain Link Gates in Ocala, FL
Swing gates, slide gates, and double drive gates for residential, commercial, and industrial chain link fence across Marion County. Gates hung level. Hardware sized for daily use. Posts in concrete.
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A gate is the most used part of any fence. It opens and closes multiple times a day under the weight of people, vehicles, and equipment pushing against it. Getting the gate type, width, post size, and hardware right determines how long it functions without sagging, binding, or failing.
Fences R Us installs chain link gates across Marion County for driveways, parking lots, and industrial equipment yards. Every gate is hung level. Every gate post goes in concrete. Hardware is sized for the gate weight and use frequency.
Chain link gates are installed as part of a full chain link fence job or added to existing fence. See Chain Link Fence Installation for the full fence service. For commercial properties needing security gate hardware, see Commercial Security Fencing.
Gate Types at a Glance
| Type | How It Works | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Swing Gate | Hinges on one post, swings open | Most residential and commercial |
| Double Swing Gate | Two panels meet in center | Wide driveways, vehicle access |
| Slide Gate | Rolls sideways on track | Sloped sites, tight spaces |
| Cantilever Gate | Slides without ground track | Industrial, high-traffic yards |
Standard Chain Link Gate Widths
| Width | Gate Type | Best Use |
|---|---|---|
| 3 to 4 ft | Single swing | Pedestrian entry, backyard access |
| 6 ft | Single swing | Residential driveway, side yard |
| 10 ft | Single or double | Commercial vehicle entry |
| 12 ft | Double swing or slide | Standard commercial drive gate |
| 16 to 20 ft | Double swing or slide | Truck and equipment access |
| 24 ft+ | Slide or cantilever | Industrial sites, wide vehicle yards |
Hardware Standards for Chain Link Gates in Florida
Florida humidity corrodes hardware fast. Fences R Us uses galvanized or stainless hardware on every chain link gate installation.
Hinges
Heavy-duty galvanized strap hinges sized to the gate weight. A minimum of two hinges per leaf. Heavier and wider gates get three hinges. Hinges must be tightened and checked after the first month of use as the gate settles into its hang.
Latch
Residential: fork latch or slam latch. Commercial: padlock hasp. Industrial: heavy-duty hasp with drop rod on double gates. Childproof latches are available for pool and playground fence gates per Florida pool code.
Drop Rod
A drop rod secures the stationary panel of a double gate to the ground. It prevents the inactive panel from swinging open when one panel is opened. A buried concrete socket at ground level holds the rod in position.
Anti-Lift Device
Commercial and industrial gates can be fitted with anti-lift devices that prevent the gate from being removed from the hinges. Standard on security perimeter gates. Optional on commercial gates where theft risk is present.
Why Gate Posts Need to Be Larger Than Fence Line Posts
A gate post carries the full weight and swing momentum of the gate every time it opens and closes. In Marion County sandy soil, a gate post without concrete will lean toward the gate within a few seasons.
| Gate Width | Post Diameter | Post Depth | Concrete |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 6 ft | 2 inches | 2.5 ft | Always |
| 6 to 12 ft | 2.5 inches | 3 ft | Always |
| 12 to 16 ft | 3 inches | 3.5 ft | Always |
| 16 ft and wider | 4 inches | 4 ft | Always |
Service Across Five Central Florida Counties
Fences R Us serves commercial and residential properties within roughly one hour of Ocala.
Other Chain Link Services from Fences R Us
See the full Commercial & Chain Link Fencing page for all available services.
Frequently Asked Questions
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