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A new gate in Highland Park typically costs $3,800 to $14,500 installed, depending on whether you’re putting in a simple pedestrian gate or a full automated driveway entrance. Most installations take one to three days once materials are on site, and we quote every job in writing before the first post hole is dug. If you’re tired of propping a sagging gate open with a cinder block or you’ve been putting off replacing a gate that hasn’t closed right since 2019, call Hal Gatewood at (325) 936-1371 and you’ll get a real person who can talk through what you need.
Gatewood Fence & Gate has been building and installing gates since 2001. Hal Gatewood’s name is on the shop, his address is published, and he shows up to look at your driveway himself. We’re not a national outfit that sends a salesperson with a tablet and a financing pitch. We’re the local crew that welds on site, stands behind the work with a 90-Day Done Right Promise in writing, and answers the phone at 2 a.m. when your gate won’t close and your dog is eyeing the open driveway.
Key Takeaways
- Gate installation in Highland Park runs $3,800-$14,500 for most residential work, quoted upfront and agreed before we start.
- Hal Gatewood has installed and repaired gates since 2001 and will be on your job, not a subcontractor.
- Every installation carries the 90-Day Done Right Promise, in writing, on every invoice.
- Call (325) 936-1371 any hour. A live person answers, not a voicemail tree.
What Our Gate Installation Service Includes
We install every type of residential gate you’ll find in Highland Park, from a 4-foot pedestrian gate off the alley to a 20-foot sliding driveway gate with operators and safety edges. Here’s what each one involves and how we approach it.
Driveway Gate
A driveway gate is the main entrance gate across your vehicle access point, usually paired with an opener for automation. Highland Park homes often need custom sizing because the driveways on streets like Beverly and Armstrong are wider than what stock gates are built for. We take the measurements ourselves, build or order to spec, and set the posts in concrete deep enough that the gate won’t sag in a year. Hal welds the hinge brackets on site so the gate hangs true from day one.
Pedestrian Gate
A pedestrian gate is the walk-through gate beside or separate from your driveway, often matching the main gate’s style. These gates take a beating because people lean on them, kids swing on them, and the latch gets slammed a hundred times a week. We install pedestrian gates with reinforced corners and proper hinge posts so they don’t droop after two seasons. If you have a pool, we can also build the pedestrian gate to meet the self-closing and self-latching requirements for pool safety compliance in Highland Park.
Sliding Gate
A sliding gate rolls horizontally along a track instead of swinging on hinges, which makes it the right choice for sloped driveways or short setbacks where a swing gate doesn’t have room to open. In Highland Park, a lot of the older lots have driveways that pitch toward the street, and a swing gate would drag. We install both cantilever and track-style sliding gates, and we make sure the track is bedded properly so gravel and soil shifts don’t throw it out of level. If you already have a sliding gate that’s binding, call before you replace it; we might be able to fix the rollers and save you thousands.
Swing Gate
A swing gate pivots on hinges and is the most common style we install in Highland Park, typically in a double configuration for wider driveways. The gate’s long-term performance comes down to the posts: we set them in concrete at least 36 inches deep and reinforce them where the hinges mount. A gate sags in the hinge post, not in the middle, and that’s where we start. We also install swing gates with adjustable hinges so that as the ground shifts over time, the gate can be re-trued without replacing the post.
Double Gate
A double gate is two panels that meet in the middle, used where a single leaf would be too heavy or the driveway too wide for one panel to swing safely. In Highland Park, where property widths run sixty feet or more on streets like Preston and Douglas, double gates are often the only practical option. We build and hang double gates with a center drop rod and proper latches so both panels stay aligned. One thing we see often is double gates where one leaf was installed by somebody else and it never matched the other; we fix that by building both leaves to the same spec from the start.
Security Gate
A security gate is a heavier-duty gate built with reinforced steel, anti-lift hardware, and usually automated access. If you’ve got a back garage apartment, a home office, or you just want the front of the property locked down, a security gate is a different animal than a decorative driveway gate. In Highland Park, security gates often mean wrought-iron or steel construction with an opener that’s rated for frequent cycles. We install security gates with the operator mounted properly so the motor doesn’t burn out fighting a gate that’s too heavy. Hal will tell you straight if a lighter gate will do the job; he won’t sell you a heavier one just to pad the ticket.
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.
Brands We Service for Gate Installation
We work on all the major gate and opener brands that Highland Park homes have. Hal has been turning wrenches on BFT openers since the early 2000s and knows their hydraulic and electromechanical models well enough to set the torque limits correctly on day one. A BFT opener that’s been installed wrong will slam the gate or stall it, and we’ve been called out to fix plenty of them. When we install a BFT system, we program the limits and the obstacle detection the way the factory intended.
Linear is another brand we see constantly on older Highland Park estates, and we stock the common replacement boards and remote receivers for their swing and slide operators. Viking and Ghost Controls show up often on solar-powered or backup-equipped driveway gates, and we service those too. Whether you have a Viking operator that needs a control board swap or a Ghost Controls system you want paired to your phone, Hal’s crew can handle the wiring and the programming. If your gate came with a brand we haven’t mentioned, that’s fine; a gate is a gate, and we’ll work on whatever’s on your property.
Signs You Need Gate Installation Right Now
- The gate has been propped open with a brick or strap for more than a week. A gate that won’t stay shut isn’t just an eyesore, it’s an open invitation. If the fix involves a snapped post or a rusted-out frame, a new installation is usually cheaper than nursing a gate that’s already ten years past its useful life.
- You can lift the gate an inch off its hinges. That vertical slop means the hinge bearings or the post itself are worn out. Fix the panel without the post and you’ll fix it twice. A new installation with a new post eliminates the problem instead of delaying it.
- The operator is straining, stalling, or tripping the breaker. A motor that fights the gate every time it opens is working against a gate that’s out of balance or too heavy. Show me the gate closing on its own and I’ll show you where it’s failing. We’ll tell you whether the gate needs to be rebalanced or replaced entirely.
- Rust has eaten through the bottom rail or hinge plates. In Highland Park’s humidity and occasional freeze-thaw cycles, steel gates rust from the bottom up. Once the bottom rail is compromised, welding patches onto it is a temporary fix. A new gate with proper rust protection lasts decades.
- You bought the house with a gate that was never installed correctly. We see this constantly: a homeowner buys a property where the previous owner or a flipper threw in a gate that’s misaligned, undersized, or missing the safety edges. If the gate was never right from day one, you’ll save money in the long run by installing one that’s done properly.
Our Gate Installation Process - Step by Step
Here’s exactly what happens when you call Gatewood Fence & Gate for a gate installation in Highland Park.
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You call, and Hal picks up. Call (325) 936-1371 and you’ll hear a live person, day or night. Hal will ask what kind of gate you have, what it’s doing or not doing, and a few questions about your driveway dimensions and power access. You’ll get a rough idea of the cost range on that first call, not a vague “we’ll see when we get there.”
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We come out and measure. Hal or one of his trained crew members comes to your property at the scheduled time. We measure the driveway opening, check the grade, confirm where the power is, and look at what’s already there. Free estimates are part of the deal, and there’s no trip charge inside the county. You’ll get a written price before we leave.
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We talk through your options. You’ll get a straight answer on what’s worth doing and what isn’t. If your existing gate can be saved with a new hinge post and an operator, Hal will tell you that, even though it’s a smaller job than replacing the whole thing. Repair-first is how we do business, and it’s why half our work comes from neighbors recommending us.
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We build and install. The gate is fabricated to spec, either in our shop or on site. Hal welds on site as much as possible so the gate stays in your driveway and you can see exactly what’s happening. Posts are set deep in concrete, the gate is hung and adjusted, and the operator is wired and programmed. We don’t leave until the gate opens smooth and closes true.
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You get the 90-Day Done Right Promise in writing. Every installation invoice carries it: if it’s not done right, we make it right. One call brings Hal back. No runaround, no arguing over what “done right” means. His name is on the invoice and on the shop.
How Much Does Gate Installation Cost in Highland Park?
A typical pedestrian gate installation in Highland Park runs $1,800 to $4,200. Gate Installation pricing for a single swing driveway gate with an opener usually lands between $4,500 and $8,500. A double driveway gate with automation and access controls runs $7,000 to $14,500 depending on the gate material, the operator, and how much electrical work is involved. These are real ranges we’ve billed on actual jobs in the area, not a national average pulled from a website.
What moves the price is the size of the gate, the type of operator, and the condition of the ground where the posts go. A double steel gate with a heavy-duty Linear operator costs more than a single aluminum gate with a basic opener. Electrical runs add cost, especially if the panel is far from the gate or you want a battery backup. We quote the full job before any work starts, and the price you agree to is the price you pay. There’s no surprise at the door.
Here’s a rough breakdown of common scenarios:
- Pedestrian gate, no automation: $1,800-$4,200
- Single swing driveway gate, no opener: $3,200-$6,000
- Single swing driveway gate with opener: $4,500-$8,500
- Double swing driveway gate with opener: $7,000-$14,500
- Sliding driveway gate with operator: $6,500-$13,000
- Security gate, heavy steel, automated: $9,000-$18,000+
Every estimate is free, and we’ll give you a second opinion on any written estimate you’ve received from another company. If you’re a senior or a veteran, you get 10% off permanently, and that’s not a coupon code or a limited-time offer. It’s just how Hal does business. Call (325) 936-1371 for an exact quote; the estimate costs you nothing.
Gate Installation Near Highland Park - Our Service Area
We install gates throughout Highland Park and the surrounding Dallas neighborhoods. If you’re in University Park, Lakewood, or North Dallas, we’re usually at your property within a day or two for an estimate. We also cover Irving, Richardson, Coppell, Duncanville, Oak Cliff, and Farmers Branch, and we’ve built plenty of gates for customers in Dallas and Plano who wanted a local crew that actually shows up. The home page has our full service list and service area map. If you’re on the edge of the county, call anyway; Hal will tell you straight if the drive is worth it for both of us.
Serving Highland Park, TX - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Highland Park 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 - Gate Installation in Highland Park
Gate installation is the full process of setting gate posts, hanging a new gate, and wiring up any automation so the gate opens and closes on its own. For Gate Installation in Dallas area communities like Highland Park, it usually starts with a site visit to measure the driveway and check the power and grade. Hal then builds or orders the gate to those measurements, sets the posts in concrete, hangs the gate, and installs the opener. You get a written price before work begins and the 90-Day Done Right Promise when the job is done.
Most residential gate installations take one to three days from the time the materials are on site. A simple pedestrian gate might be done in a single afternoon. A double automated driveway gate with new posts, an operator, and electrical work will take two to three days, plus time for the concrete to cure before we hang the gate. We’ll give you a clear timeline on the written estimate and stick to it.
A pedestrian gate installation runs $1,800 to $4,200, while automated driveway gates range from $4,500 to $14,500 depending on size, material, and operator. The estimate is free and written before we start, and the price doesn’t change at the door. Seniors and veterans get 10% off permanently, and any repair over $200 gets $40 off. Call (325) 936-1371 for an exact quote with no obligation.
Yes, we service and install LiftMaster gates and openers, along with BFT, Linear, Viking, Ghost Controls, and a half-dozen other brands. Hal’s crew is certified to work on nine major gate brands and carries common parts for the ones we see most often in Highland Park. If your gate uses a brand we didn’t mention, give us a call; we’ll work on it.
If your gate has failed and left your driveway unsecured, call (325) 936-1371 any hour. A live person answers, and Hal can walk you through what’s urgent and what can wait until morning. If the gate is off its track or the opener is dead and you can’t secure the property, we’ll make it a priority. For a full new installation, we’ll schedule the soonest available slot and give you a written timeline.
Every gate installation carries the 90-Day Done Right Promise in writing: if it’s not done right, we make it right, one call brings Hal back. That covers the installation workmanship, and it’s stated plainly on the invoice, not in fine print. The gate and operator manufacturers also carry their own product warranties, and we’ll register your products so you get the full coverage.
Clear the area around the gate posts and make sure the driveway is accessible for our truck and tools. If you have an existing gate, we’ll remove it as part of the job unless you want to keep it for any reason. If you have pets, keep them inside while we’re working, especially during the concrete pour. Hal will go over any specifics when the job is scheduled, and the price on your written estimate includes the complete job, removal and cleanup included.
Schedule Your Gate Installation Service in Highland Park Today
Call (325) 936-1371 and you’ll reach Hal or one of his crew, any hour of the day or night. Tell us what your gate is doing, and we’ll give you a straight answer and a free written estimate before any work begins. If you’re in Highland Park, we’re down the road, and if it’s not done right, you know exactly where to find us. Call today and get it done the way it should have been done the first time.
Written by Hal Gatewood, Owner at Gatewood Fence & Gate, serving Highland Park since 2001.