The gate is worth measuring before you book backyard work. A tight opening or sharp turn can change the equipment used and the time needed to carry material in or out.
Measure the Usable Opening
Measure the clear space with the gate fully open, including anything that reduces clearance. A latch, post, step, or sharp turn just beyond the entrance can matter as much as the nominal gate width. Photograph the approach and the route on the other side, including any low overhead obstruction.
Tell the contractor if the gate sticks, must be lifted, or needs a particular key. Don’t assume a panel can be removed; agree on any temporary changes beforehand and clarify who is responsible. Arrange to keep pets away from the route while the gate is open.
Show More Than the Gate
A long carrying route, soft lawn, stairs, or narrow side passage may change labour and delivery plans. Mark delicate beds, hoses, and low obstacles along the way. Explain where a vehicle may park without obstructing access for others.
If bulk material is proposed, ask where it will be delivered and how it will move to the backyard. A driveway drop and completed installation are different scopes.