Fence Gate Installation in Houston

Fence gate installation in Houston needs strong posts and good hardware, or the gate sags in a year. We build walk gates, double drive gates and side-yard gates, and we fix gates that drag or will not latch.

When you need a new gate or a gate fix

  • The gate drags on the ground
  • It will not latch or lock
  • The post leans from the weight
  • Hinges are rusted or pulled out
  • You want a wider opening for a trailer or mower
  • You need a gate for the pool, dog or kids
  • The gate blows open in the wind
  • The old gate is rotted at the bottom

How a gate project works

  1. 1Measure the openingWe measure width, slope and where the gate swings.
  2. 2Choose style and hardwareWood, steel frame, latch, hinges and lock choices are written into the price.
  3. 3Set strong postsGate posts take more load. We set them deeper, often with steel.
  4. 4Build and hangWe build the gate with a diagonal brace and hang it level.
  5. 5Adjust and testWe test the swing, latch and lock and teach you to adjust the hinges.

Gate options and costs in Houston

Walk gate$250–$600 (typical); $350 (our price)

A single gate for people and small equipment.

Double drive gate$500–$1,500 (typical); $750 (our price)

Two leaves for a trailer, truck or riding mower.

Steel frame or iron gate$1,000–$3,500 (typical)

Lasts longer, costs more, and often needs a welder.

Gate repair$100–$400 (typical)

New hinges, a brace, a latch or a re-hang.

Typical Houston ranges for planning. Your written price comes after we see the job.

What changes the price

  • Width and height of the opening
  • Wood or metal frame
  • Hinges, latch and lock quality
  • Whether new gate posts are needed
  • Automatic openers and electrical work, which need a licensed electrician

See the full cost guide →

Good to know in Houston

Houston humidity warps wood gates, and clay soil moves gate posts so gates drag. Galvanized hinges and steel gate posts handle our weather much better than plain steel. Wide drive gates catch wind, so we add a brace and a drop rod.

Call 811 before digging gate post holes. Automatic gate openers need electrical work and may fall under city rules. Check HOA rules on gate style and color.

Questions about gates

Why does my gate keep sagging?

Weak posts and no diagonal brace are the usual reasons. We rebuild the post and add a brace or steel frame.

How wide should a drive gate be?

12 feet works for most vehicles. Trailers and large mowers may need more.

Can you add a lock?

Yes. We install keyed latches and padlock hasps.

Do you do automatic gates?

We build the gate. Opener wiring is done by a licensed electrician.

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