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A new gate changes how your property works from the first day. It holds the driveway line, keeps dogs and kids in the yard, and gives deliveries and visitors a clear place to stop. Latch and Post Gate Repair Houston has installed gates across Houston since 2009 as part of the Cedarwell family, and we focus on exactly one thing: gate installation, gate repair, and electric gate repair done the way a careful neighbor would do it. Our technicians are background-checked, uniformed, and factory-trained on the brands families actually own, including LiftMaster, FAAC, BFT, and Linear. Every job starts with a written price before any work begins, so there isn’t a surprise at the end. Call (361) 256-5955 any time and a live person answers.
Automatic Gate Installation
Automatic Gate Installation is the work of setting a gate on a motorized operator so it opens and closes without you leaving the car. It is for families who pull into the driveway with groceries, kids, and a dog, and don’t want to get out twice. Latch and Post Gate Repair Houston mounts and wires the operator, sets the travel limits, and dials in the force settings so the gate stops if it touches a bicycle, a child, or a pet. A straightforward Automatic Gate Installation on an existing gate usually falls between $1,800 and $4,200 depending on the operator model and the condition of the gate itself.
Operator Mounting and Wiring
We mount the operator to the gate and the post, then run the low-voltage line and the safety sensor wiring. The work is done to code and we leave the conduit tidy, because a clean install is easier to service for years.
Safety Sensor Programming
The gate has to know when to stop and reverse, so we set the force sensitivity and test it with resistance. A properly adjusted sensor is the difference between a gate that guards the driveway and one that bumps a stroller.
Styles & brands we work with
Gate Installation Services
Gate Installation Services cover the full job from start to finish: measuring the opening, setting the hinges and posts, hanging the gate, and making sure it closes square and latches properly. We also offer Pedestrian Gate solutions for foot-traffic openings. Homeowners call us when a property never had a gate, when the old one has sagged past repair, or when a new fence line creates a new opening. Latch and Post Gate Repair Houston quotes the complete scope in writing before any work starts, so you know the exact number for the gate, the hardware, and the labor. Most standard gate installation jobs in Houston run between $950 and $4,800 depending on the gate size, material, and whether posts need to be set in concrete.
Full Gate Hanging
We set the gate on adjustable hinges with enough clearance to swing over uneven ground, because Houston driveways settle. The gate is leveled, the latch is aligned, and the swing is tested before we call it done.
Post Setting and Alignment
A gate is only as strong as the post that carries it. We dig to the right depth, set the post in concrete, and brace it so it stays plumb while the concrete sets, which is what prevents the classic sagging gate six months later.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Electric Gate Installation
Electric Gate Installation is the process of adding a powered operator to a gate, including the control board, the keypad or intercom, and the safety edges that make the gate safe for a household. It makes sense for families who want to stay in the car on rainy Houston afternoons and for driveways that face busy streets. Latch and Post Gate Repair Houston installs operators from LiftMaster, FAAC, BFT, and Linear, and we program the remotes, the keypad, and the auto-close timing to your routine. A typical Electric Gate Installation runs from $2,300 to $5,600, with the price depending on the operator model and the distance from the gate to the nearest power source.
Control Board and Keypad Setup
We wire the control board into a weather-rated enclosure and set the keypad codes to whatever your family will remember. The programming includes a test of every remote and every entry method before we leave.
Safety Edge Integration
Electric gates need a way to detect an obstacle and reverse. We install and test the safety edges along the closing path and explain how to test them seasonally, because Houston humidity can affect exposed hardware.
Driveway Gate Installation
Driveway Gate Installation is the job of putting a gate across the point where your driveway meets the street or the sidewalk, which defines the front perimeter of the home. It is the project we do most often in neighborhoods across Houston: a single swing gate at the curb, a double swing for a wider driveway, or a slide gate when the driveway slopes up from the road. Latch and Post Gate Repair Houston measures the opening, accounts for the slope and the curb, and recommends the right hinge and opener for the way the gate will actually be used. Driveway gate installation in Houston typically runs from $2,100 to $7,800 depending on the width, the material, and whether the job includes an automatic opener.
Swing Gate on Uneven Driveways
Houston driveways are rarely perfectly level, and a swing gate has to follow the slope without dragging. We set the hinge height and angle to match the actual grade, so the gate opens cleanly even where the concrete has shifted.
Double Gate Leaf Alignment
Two gate leaves have to meet at the exact center and latch without a fight. We align the posts, adjust the hinges on each leaf, and test the center latch so the gate closes the same way every time.
Sliding Gate Installation
Sliding Gate Installation is a gate that moves sideways along a track or a cantilever rail instead of swinging out into the driveway. It is the right choice for driveways that slope steeply toward the street, for narrow front yards where a swing gate has no room, and for properties where snow or heavy leaf litter would block a swing path. Latch and Post Gate Repair Houston installs both tracked and cantilever sliding gates, and we level the rail carefully because that rail sets the tone for every open and close for the life of the gate. Sliding gate installation in Houston usually falls between $3,200 and $9,100, with the range driven by the gate length, the track style, and the need for an operator.
Track Leveling and Foundation Work
The track has to be level within a fraction of an inch, or the gate will lean and the rollers will wear unevenly. We prepare the foundation and shim the track to exactly level before the gate goes on.
Cantilever Gate Assembly
A cantilever gate carries its weight on rollers that hang from the posts, with no track across the driveway to catch debris. We assemble the gate frame, set the roller brackets, and test the full slide so the gate rides smoothly and quietly.
Gate Opener Installation
Gate Opener Installation is the job of taking a manual gate and adding the motor, arm, and controls that let it open with a remote, a keypad, or a phone app. Some Houston homes already have a perfectly good gate that simply needs an operator, and that is usually a smaller, cleaner job than replacing the gate itself. Latch and Post Gate Repair Houston matches the operator to the weight and length of the gate, because an undersized motor will burn out early and an oversized one is money wasted. Gate opener installation on an existing gate typically runs between $1,400 and $3,900 in Houston, including the opener, mounting, wiring, and programming.
Operator Sizing and Selection
We calculate the gate weight and the cycle frequency to pick an operator that is actually right for the job. A gate that opens ten times a day needs a different duty cycle than one that opens twice, and we spec it accordingly.
Remote and App Programming
We program every remote and walk you through the app setup if your operator supports it. Before we leave, you will have opened and closed the gate yourself with every method your household plans to use.
Gate Fabrication
Gate Fabrication is the building of a custom gate to match the exact width, height, and style of your opening when an off-the-shelf gate won’t fit or won’t match the house. It is the right call for odd-sized openings, for matching an existing fence design, and for homeowners who want a specific look rather than whatever the big box store stocks. Latch and Post Gate Repair Houston works with local fabricators to build gates from steel, aluminum, and wood, and we handle the measuring, the finish, and the installation so the whole thing comes together as one job. Custom gate fabrication in Houston typically ranges from $2,800 to $10,500, depending on the material, the size, and how much of the design is custom.
Custom Measurements and Design
We measure the opening in three places and design the gate around the actual dimensions, not the nominal ones. That measurement discipline is what keeps a custom gate from arriving half an inch too wide.
Finish and Weather Protection
Houston humidity and salt air near the coast both work on metal, so we spec primer and finish coatings that hold up to this climate. The gate is prepped and sealed before installation, not after, which is where most long-term rust problems start.
Brands We Service
Latch and Post Gate Repair Houston is factory-trained on the openers Houston homes actually have in the ground. LiftMaster is the most common operator we see in Houston driveways, and we keep their swing and slide arm kits in stock because they are the workhorses of the residential market. We know their force profile programming well enough to set a gate so it will not clip a kid on a bike.
FAAC and BFT are two European brands we service regularly, especially on heavier gates where the hydraulic operators are common. Linear completes the set, and their commercial-duty operators show up on the wider custom gates around the Houston area. Whether you have one of these or another make, call us and we will tell you honestly what it will take, and what it will cost.
See the difference
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AfterSigns You Need a Pro Right Now
- The gate sags and drags on the driveway. A sagging gate is usually a post or hinge problem, and every open and close makes it worse. The post that is leaning today is the one that fails completely later, and a gate resting on the concrete is also scraping the finish off the bottom rail.
- The opener runs but the gate moves slowly or hesitates. That hesitation is the motor working harder than it should, often because the gate has gained weight from water or the hinges are binding. A hard-working motor runs hot and dies early, and it is cheaper to catch that before the failure than after.
- The gate reverses for no reason or does not reverse when it should. The safety sensors and force settings are the parts that protect your kids and pets. If the gate behavior has changed, the sensors are the first thing to check, and a gate that does not stop when it should is a genuine hazard.
- The keypad or remote only works sometimes. Intermittent control is usually a receiver, a board, or a wiring connection that is failing slowly. The problem is easier to diagnose while it is still intermittent than after the gate stops responding entirely, at 7 a.m. on a Monday.
- The posts are cracked, rusted through, or leaning. A post with visible damage can no longer carry the gate safely, especially on a heavy steel gate. If you can see daylight through a crack or the post moves when you push it, stop using the gate and call us before it comes down.
Our Process, Step by Step
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You call, a person answers. Call (361) 256-5955 and describe what is happening with the gate. A live person answers the phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and helps you figure out whether this is a schedule-it job or a come-today job.
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We come out and measure, then write the price. A background-checked, uniformed technician arrives at the scheduled time, measures the opening, checks the existing posts and power, and writes the full price on paper before any work starts. That written price includes the gate, the hardware, the opener, and the labor, so there is no open-ended estimate.
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We do the work, and we protect your home. Shoe covers go on before we walk through the house, drop cloths go down wherever we set tools or materials, and we choose pet-safe lubricants where there is a choice. If you have a sleeping baby or a nervous dog, tell us and we will schedule the noisy work around it.
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We test everything with you. We run the gate through every open and close, test the safety sensors, and hand you the remote so you can test it yourself. If it is an electric gate, we walk you through the keypad and the app before we start packing up.
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We clean up and show you the photo. We sweep, remove the debris, and take a photo of the cleaned area before we leave, so you can see the state we left things in. And every installation is covered by the 365-Day Done Right Promise: if it is not right, Latch and Post makes it right, no argument and no fine print.
How Much Does Gate Installation Cost in Houston?
A typical gate installation in Houston runs from $950 for a simple single swing gate on existing posts, up to $9,100 or more for a custom slide gate with an automatic opener and new post foundations. Most standard driveway gates with an operator land between $2,800 and $5,600. The main factors are the gate width and material, whether the posts need to be dug and set in concrete, the distance from the house to the gate for the electrical run, and whether the operator is a basic swing arm or a heavier-duty slide motor.
The best way to avoid overpaying on gate installation in Houston is to get the whole job quoted as one line-item scope before work starts, rather than as a labor rate plus surprises. Our written price includes the gate, the hardware, the opener, the wiring, and the cleanup. The free estimate comes with no pressure and no obligation, and the number we hand you is the number you pay. Call (361) 256-5955 and we will schedule a time to measure.
Our Service Area Near Houston
Latch and Post Gate Repair Houston serves Houston and the surrounding communities, including Spring, Katy, Atascocita, La Porte, Alvin, Cinco Ranch, Pecan Grove, Greatwood, and San Leon. We also cover Gate Installation in The Woodlands and Gate Installation in Sugar Land. Call (361) 256-5955 and a live person will help you schedule a free estimate.
Serving Houston, TX - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Houston area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
Frequently Asked Questions About Gate Installation in Houston
Gate installation is the full job of putting a new gate across an opening, including measuring, setting or confirming the posts, hanging the gate, aligning the latch, and adding an opener if you want one. Latch and Post Gate Repair Houston has been doing our Gate Installation in Houston since 2009 as part of the Cedarwell family. Every job starts with a written price before any work begins.
Most standard gate installations take one day from arrival to cleanup, including setting the gate, aligning the hardware, and programming the opener if there is one. Custom gates and slide gates that need new track foundations can take two to three days because the concrete has to cure before the gate goes on. We will tell you the exact timeline before we start.
Gate installation in Houston typically runs from $950 for a basic single swing gate up to $9,100 or more for a custom sliding gate with an operator. The exact number depends on the gate size, the material, whether new posts are needed, and the distance to the nearest power source. We quote the full job in writing before any work starts, so the price you approve is the price you pay. Call (361) 256-5955 for an exact quote, estimates are free.
Yes, LiftMaster is the most common operator we install in Houston, and our technicians are factory-trained on their swing and slide models. We also service FAAC, BFT, and Linear operators. If your opener is another make, call us anyway and we will tell you honestly what is involved.
If your gate has failed and left your driveway unsecured, call (361) 256-5955 at any hour, and a live person answers. We cannot always complete a full custom installation the same day, but we can often stabilize a failed gate and get a quote going immediately. The 365-Day Done Right Promise covers every installation we complete.
Every gate installation from Latch and Post Gate Repair Houston is covered by the 365-Day Done Right Promise. If the gate is not right, we make it right, no argument and no fine print. Our gate repair work carries the same promise.
Clear the area around the gate opening so we have room to work, and move any vehicles out of the driveway path. If you have pets, keep them inside or in the back yard while we are working. We will put down drop cloths and wear shoe covers inside the home, and we will walk you through everything before we start.
Schedule Your Gate Installation Service in Houston Today
Call (361) 256-5955 and a live person answers, day or night. We will schedule a free estimate, measure the opening, and hand you a written price before any work begins, no pressure and no obligation. Your gate installation in Houston is covered by the 365-Day Done Right Promise, and we will leave your floors clean, your property tidy, and your gate working exactly right.
Written by Cody Beckman, Owner at Latch and Post Gate Repair Houston, serving Houston since 2009.