The white picket fences surrounding numerous Naples homes are getting a new twist. Privacy, as well as security, are increased by a gated fence. A remote controlled gate can be put in at the end of a driveway or added onto an existing wall or fence. The gate may be turned on and off by computer programs, hand-held gadgets, or even your BlackBerry or Treo.
These kinds of systems don't come cheap. A professional, more detailed system might run anywhere from $18,000 to $130,000, while a DIY model can be bought for around $1,2000. These gates are proof of the boost in fear and apprehension in America, according to some. Many others think that they are simply the best method of privacy. Either way, those selling fences claim that business is booming.
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