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Our Gate Repair services in North Richland Hills typically cost between $150 and $450 for standard electrical, sensor, or logic board troubleshooting, while motor replacements or structural welding can range from $500 to $1,200 depending on the complexity of the gate system. If your gate is stuck, making grinding noises, or failing to respond to your remote, we can usually get a technician to your property for a same-day assessment. At Gatewood Fence & Gate, we specialize in repairing the systems that other companies want to replace, offering on-site welding and certified service for brands like Ghost Controls, DoorKing, and Elite. Call us at (817) 241-4067 to get a real person on the line who knows how to fix your specific gate issue.
I have been fixing gates in North Richland Hills since 2001, and I have seen just about every way a gate can fail. Whether it is a simple sensor alignment issue or a complex circuit board failure, the goal is always the same: get your gate moving reliably again without selling you parts you do not need. We are a locally owned and owner-operated shop, which means when you call us, you are not reaching a dispatch center in another time zone. You are calling a business that has been part of this community for over 29 years. Our Gate Repair in North Richland Hills services are designed to keep your property secure and your entry convenient, and we stand by every repair with our 90-Day Done Right Promise. If we fix it, it stays fixed, or we come back and make it right.
When You Need Electric Gate Repair
North Richland Hills homeowners often wait too long to call for help because they think a small sound or a sluggish start is just “part of owning an old gate.” It is not. A gate that is struggling is a gate that is about to fail completely, often at the worst possible time, and Gate Realignment may be needed before total failure. Here are the signs that you need a professional to look at your system before it stops working entirely:
- The gate stops mid-cycle: If your gate travels three feet and stops or reverses, it is often a safety sensor (photo-eye) obstruction or a sign that the motor is hitting a resistance limit. In the heat of a North Texas summer, these sensors can get misaligned due to metal expansion or dirt buildup.
- Grinding or screeching noises: If you hear metal-on-metal grinding, your gate is telling you that the gears inside the motor housing are stripped or the chain is dragging. Ignoring this will turn a simple gear replacement into a full motor replacement.
- Remote or keypad unresponsiveness: If you have to stand right next to the gate for the remote to work, or if the keypad only works intermittently, we can test the signal strength and the logic board to see if it is a simple antenna issue or a failing board.
- The gate is sagging or dragging: Electric gates are heavy, and if the hinge post has shifted even a quarter-inch, the motor has to work twice as hard to move the gate. If you see the gate dragging on the concrete, we need to address the structural alignment before the motor burns out.
- The gate opens on its own: This is a major security risk. It usually points to a failing logic board or a short in the wiring caused by moisture or pests getting into the control box.
Our Electric Gate Repair Process
When you call us for electric gate repair, we do not show up with a sales pitch to replace your entire system. We show up with tools to fix what is broken. Here is how we handle your service call:
- Live diagnostic call: When you call (817) 241-4067, you speak to a person who understands gate mechanics, not a call center script reader. We ask specific questions about what the gate is doing so we can arrive prepared with the right parts for your specific brand, whether it is a LiftMaster, DoorKing, or Mighty Mule system.
- Site inspection and safety check: High-voltage gate operators are dangerous. Before we touch anything, we verify the power supply and ensure the gate is stable. We check the hinge points and the path of travel, because often the “motor problem” is actually a gate that is physically binding.
- Transparent assessment: I will walk you through exactly what is failing. If the gear is stripped, I will show you the stripped gear. If the logic board is fried, I will show you the burn marks. We provide an upfront price for the repair before we turn a single wrench.
- On-site repair: We carry a wide inventory of parts on our trucks. Because we offer on-site welding, we can fix broken hinges, cracked gate frames, and mounting brackets without having to haul your gate back to a shop.
- Testing and the 90-Day Done Right Promise: Once the repair is complete, we cycle the gate multiple times to ensure it hits the limits correctly and the sensors are responding. Every repair is backed by our written 90-Day Done Right Promise, so you have peace of mind knowing the job was done properly.
Electric Gate Repair Pricing in North Richland Hills
We believe in upfront pricing, so read our How Much Does Gate Repair Cost? (2026 Price Guide) - North Richland Hills, TX to know what you are paying before we start, and we do not believe in hidden trip charges or “consultation fees” just for showing up. We offer a free second opinion on any written estimate you have received from another company. If you are in the county, there is no trip charge. We also offer a permanent 10% discount for seniors and veterans, and $40 off any repair over $200.
| Service Type | Estimated Price Range |
|---|---|
| Sensor Alignment & Cleaning | $150 – $250 |
| Logic Board or Control Box Repair | $300 – $600 |
| Gear and Chain Replacement | $400 – $850 |
| On-site Welding & Structural Repair | $250 – $700 |
| Gate Motor Replacement (Labor + Parts) | $800 – $1,500+ |
Please note that these are estimates. The final price depends on the specific brand of your operator and the availability of parts. If you have a proprietary system that is no longer manufactured, we can often retrofit a modern unit like a Ghost Controls or Elite operator, which saves you from needing to replace the entire gate structure.
FAQs - Electric Gate Repair
Is it cheaper to repair or replace my electric gate motor?
In most cases, it is significantly cheaper to repair the motor, especially if the issue is a stripped gear, a bad capacitor, or a sensor failure. We only recommend a full replacement if the motor housing is severely corroded, the logic board is obsolete, or the repair costs exceed 50% of a new unit. Call (817) 241-4067 and we can give you an honest opinion, or check How Much Does Gate Repair Cost in Fort Worth, TX? (2026 Price Guide), on whether your current motor is worth saving.
Can you fix my gate today?
We prioritize urgent repairs because we know a broken gate is a security risk. If you call us early in the day, we can often get to your home in North Richland Hills within the same day. Even if we cannot get there immediately, we can talk you through how to put your gate into manual mode so you can at least get your car out of the driveway while you wait for us.
Do you work on all gate brands?
We are certified to service nine major gate brands, including LiftMaster, FAAC, BFT, Linear, Viking, Ghost Controls, DoorKing, Elite, and Mighty Mule. Because we have been in business since 2001, we have parts and manuals for systems that many newer companies have never even seen. If you have an older gate system, we are often the only ones in the area who still know how to tune them up.
Is there a warranty on your gate repair work?
Yes, every job we perform comes with our 90-Day Done Right Promise in writing. If the issue we repaired returns within 90 days, we come back and make it right. We do not hide behind fine print or expiration dates on our workmanship; we put our name on the shop and our name on the invoice.
If your electric gate is acting up, do not wait for it to stop working entirely. A little maintenance now prevents a costly emergency later. We are ready to help you get your gate running smoothly again. Give Gatewood Fence & Gate a call at (817) 241-4067 for a free estimate and honest, locally-owned service. You can also visit our home page to see everything we do.
Written by Hal Gatewood, Owner at Gatewood Fence & Gate, serving North Richland Hills.