How to Secure a Chain Link Fence Gate

December 18, 2025

Chain link is a fantastic security option for Magnolia businesses and homes, but the gate is often the weakest link. If not properly secured, intruders—or clever pets—can easily find a way through.

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Latches and Drop Rods

For commercial properties, we recommend a "bulldog" style latch that can be padlocked. For double-drive gates, a heavy-duty drop rod that sinks into a concrete "sleeve" in the ground prevents the gate from being pushed open by force.

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