Security Bars and Grates in Nashville and Middle Tennessee
Gates, Fences & Railings

Security Bars and Grates

Welded steel window guards, door grates and drain covers that add protection without ruining the look of the building.

Steel bars and grates protect basements, storage rooms, shop windows, utility openings and storm drains. Done well, they are solid and discreet. Done poorly, they look like an afterthought and can create hazards of their own, such as blocking an emergency exit.

We design guards for the opening, with spacing, mounting and finish chosen to suit the building. Emergency egress is part of the plan: bedroom and living-space windows may need guards that open from the inside, and we explain the options before building anything.

Egress comes first

Windows that serve as emergency exits need guards that open from inside. We discuss egress rules and options before we build, so safety is not traded for security.

Solid mounting

A guard is only as strong as its anchors. We attach to masonry, framing or steel with fasteners and plates matched to the wall.

A look that fits

Simple bars, decorative patterns and flush mounts are all possible. We choose a style that suits the building and finish it to resist rust.

Maintenance and release

Guards with release mechanisms should be tested regularly. We show you how they work and advise checking them a couple of times each year so they open when needed.

What is included

  • Site measurements and egress discussion
  • Design of bars, grates or guards
  • Fabrication and welding
  • Secure mounting and anchoring
  • Priming and painting
  • Final check of fit and operation
Before and after

See the transformation.

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After: a driveway gate with a gate re-hung square with a new welded hinge, fresh black paint and a clean latchBefore: a driveway gate with a sagging, cracked steel gate that no longer latchesBeforeAfter
Gate repair. From a sagging, cracked steel gate that no longer latches to a gate re-hung square with a new welded hinge, fresh black paint and a clean latch.
Why it works

What you get with Security Bars and Grates

Protection with care

Egress considered in the design.

Made to fit

Measured for every opening.

Solid anchors

Mounting suited to masonry or frame.

Fits the look

Simple or decorative patterns.

Drain grates

Covers and grates fabricated to size.

Rust resistant

Primed and painted or coated.

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Gate Size and Hardware Planner

Enter your opening and gate type and see leaf width, posts, hinges and track length to plan for.

How it works

Our process, start to finish.

  1. 01

    Call or send photos

    Tell us what is broken or what you want built and send photos if you can. We plan the visit so the truck arrives ready.

  2. 02

    Look and quote

    We see the work, ask about the metal and access and give you a clear written price.

  3. 03

    Schedule

    We agree a day and an arrival window, and call when we are on the way.

  4. 04

    Safe setup and welding

    Work zone cleared, fire watch in place, then careful welding in the right process for the metal.

  5. 05

    Finish and clean-up

    Welds ground, primed and painted, and the area left clean.

  6. 06

    Walk-through and follow-up

    We walk through the finished work with you and note anything to watch.

Questions

Security Bars and Grates FAQ

Will bars block my emergency exit?

They can if designed badly. We plan egress first and offer guards that open from the inside where a window is an escape route.

Can you fit odd-sized openings?

Yes. Each guard is cut and welded to the opening, whether it is a standard window or an unusual shape.

Do you make grates for drains and pits?

Yes. We fabricate drain grates and covers to size, with spacing and strength matched to the use.

Do security bars need approval?

Rules vary by city and building type, and rentals often have extra requirements. Check locally, and we can build to the details you provide.

How do I test an egress guard?

Open it from the inside and make sure it moves freely without tools or keys. Do this a couple of times a year and after any painting.

Next step

Get your free Security Bars and Grates estimate.

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