Gate Installation & Repair in Dallas–Fort Worth, TX
A gate is the front door of your fence — and the part that takes the most abuse. Every open, every slam, every Texas storm works on the posts, hinges, and frame. Terra Renovations LLC designs, builds, and installs custom gates across Dallas–Fort Worth: cedar driveway gates, ornamental iron gates, garden and side gates, and automatic gates with openers. Built square, hung true, and made to swing right for years — not sag by spring. Free quotes. Call or text (945) 353-4992 or book at terrarenovations.com/contact/ and we’ll come measure.
Why DFW Homeowners Hire Terra Renovations for Gates
- Custom-built, not off-the-shelf. Designed and fabricated for your opening, your fence, your style.
- Posts set for DFW clay soil. Deep footings that don’t shift — the #1 cause of sagging gates, solved.
- Quality hinges and hardware. The moving parts are where cheap gates fail; we don’t cheap out there.
- Automatic opener setup. Openers, keypads, and remotes installed and tested.
- One point of contact. Call or text (945) 353-4992 from consult to final adjustment.
Gates We Build & Install
Wood Driveway Gates
Cedar gates matched to your fence — single and double swing, built square and hung on hardware that holds.
- Cedar matched to your fence
- Single and double swing
- Stained and sealed to last
Ornamental Iron & Metal Gates
Powder-coated steel and aluminum — security and curb appeal with almost no maintenance.
- Wrought-iron look, modern durability
- Powder-coated finishes
- Security + curb appeal
Garden & Pedestrian Gates
Side gates, garden entries, pool gates — the everyday gates that should swing easy and latch right.
- Side gates and garden entries
- Pool code-compliant options
- Self-closing and locking hardware
Automatic Gates & Openers
Driveway automation — openers, keypads, remotes, and phone access, installed and tested so it works from day one.
- Swing and slide automation
- Keypads, remotes, phone access
- Safety sensors included
Gate Repair
Sagging gates re-hung, broken hinges replaced, latches and openers fixed — or an honest call when rebuilding costs less than repairing.
- Sagging gate re-hang
- Hinge, latch & opener repair
- Honest repair-vs-rebuild advice
Automatic Gates — What to Know
Going automatic is the biggest decision in a driveway gate project. Swing gates need clear swing space but are simpler and cheaper; slide gates work where space is tight. Openers come in solar and hardwired options; access via keypad, remote, or phone. Every automatic gate needs safety sensors and a clear swing/slide path, plus power to the gate location. We’ll walk you through the options and costs at your consultation — and tell you honestly whether automation is worth it for your setup.
Built to Swing Right in Texas
Sagging gates are a DFW epidemic, and the cause is almost always the same: posts that weren’t set deep enough for our shifting clay soil. We set posts deep with proper footings, use rust-resistant hinges and hardware rated for the weight, and hang every gate square and true. Wood gates get UV-protective stain; iron gets powder-coat. The result: a gate that swings right this year and next.
Our Gate Build Process
- Free consultation & measurements. We measure the opening, check the fence line, and talk style.
- Design & material selection. Wood, iron, or automatic — designed for your home.
- Build. Custom fabrication in our workflow — built square, built to last.
- Set posts, hang, install opener. Deep-set posts, true hang, opener wired and configured.
- Adjust, test & walkthrough. Every swing tested, every latch adjusted, walked with you.
Recent Gate Projects in Dallas–Fort Worth
More gate project photos coming soon — ask us about recent gate builds when you call.
Gate FAQs
How much does a gate cost in Dallas–Fort Worth?
It depends on size, material, and whether it’s manual or automatic. A pedestrian garden gate is the most affordable; a double-swing cedar driveway gate costs more; the automatic opener is the biggest single cost. We measure in person and give you one clear price.
Should I choose a manual or automatic driveway gate?
If you drive through it daily, automatic is worth it — the convenience pays for itself and adds security and value. A manual gate is fine for side and garden gates used on foot. We’ll walk you through the opener options and costs at your consultation.
Wood or iron for a driveway gate?
Cedar is warm and matches a wood fence, but needs re-staining every 2–3 years. Iron and aluminum are nearly maintenance-free, formal, and secure. Many homeowners pair a wood fence with an iron gate accent — best of both.
Why is my gate sagging? Can it be fixed?
It’s almost always a post or hinge problem — in DFW, posts that weren’t set deep enough for our shifting clay soil. It’s often fixable: we reset the posts, upgrade the hinges, and re-hang the gate square. If the gate itself is rotted or twisted, rebuilding is usually the better money.
Do I need a permit for a driveway gate?
Most cities don’t require a permit for the gate itself, but automatic gates with electrical work may need an electrical permit. HOAs almost always require architectural approval. We handle the paperwork and build to code.
How long does it take?
A standard gate is typically a day once built. Custom fabrication takes longer upfront; openers add setup and testing time. We give you a firm schedule before we start.
Can you match my gate to my existing fence?
Yes — matching the same wood, stain, and style is standard for us. If we’re building the fence too, the gate and fence are designed together from the start.
What maintenance does a gate need?
Wood gates need re-staining every 2–3 years and an occasional hinge lube. Iron and aluminum just need a rinse and hinge lube. Openers need a clear path and working sensors. We show you the routine at the walkthrough.
Do you repair gates, or only build new ones?
Both. We do hinge and latch replacement, sagging gate re-hangs, and opener troubleshooting. If a gate is structurally shot, we’ll give you an honest rebuild-vs-repair call.
Do you serve my area?
We work across the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex. Call or text (945) 353-4992 and ask if we cover you.
Proudly Serving Dallas–Fort Worth & Surrounding Areas
We build and install gates across the DFW metroplex, including: Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, Plano, Garland, Mesquite, Terrell, Forney, Kaufman, Rockwall, Heath, Richardson, Carrollton, Grand Prairie, Irving, McKinney, Frisco, Allen, DeSoto, Lancaster — and surrounding areas. Call or text (945) 353-4992 and ask if we cover you.
A gate that actually swings right. Custom-built, hung true, made for Texas soil.