Which entrance gate breaks more and needs more maintenance, between Slide or Swing?

Question

Which entrance gate breaks more and needs more maintenance, between Slide or Swing?

Answer 1

both can be very durable. spend the money and do it right, i always say. dont go cheap. youll get what you pay for.

Answer 2

Slide. There is always something binding up in the sliding mechanism. A swing gate, with proper sized hinges and mounted level and plumb is much better.

Answer 3

I was a maintenance tech at a company that had a slide gate and it was a big maintenance item.Number one the chain needs to stay somewhat tight and it always needed tightened up.It also has a problem with rust.Number 2 it has a belt driven motor and the belt wears out somewhat fast.Go with the swing gate.Less headache.