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Driveway gate installation in Fort Worth typically costs between $2,800 and $9,500 depending on gate material, width, automation, and whether the existing posts can be reused. Most single-swing steel gates run $3,200 to $5,800 including hardware and standard installation. A custom ornamental iron driveway gate with automation and keypad entry lands closer to $7,000 to $12,000. We provide a written price before any work begins, so you’ll know the exact number before we touch anything. Call (682) 841-5749 and a live person will answer, day or night.
Latch and Post Gate Repair Fort Worth is a Cedarwell-family gate specialist focused on one thing: gates. Not fences, not general contracting, not a grab bag of home services. We install, repair, and automate driveway gates across Fort Worth neighborhoods like Wedgwood, Arlington Heights, Tanglewood, and over toward Benbrook. If you’re considering a new driveway gate, our Gate Installation page walks through the full service, and our Gate Installation in Fort Worth page covers city-specific details like setbacks, HOA considerations, and local soil conditions.
Every driveway gate comes down to two parts: the latch that holds it and the post that carries it. That’s the job we focus on, and we’ve been doing it since 2009 as part of the Cedarwell family of independently owned and operated gate specialists.
Key Takeaways
- Written price before any work starts, every single visit.
- Driveway gate installs in Fort Worth typically range from $3,200 to $9,500.
- Factory-trained on Ghost Controls, DoorKing, Elite, and Mighty Mule automation systems.
- 365-Day Done Right Promise: if it’s not right, we make it right.
- Live person answers calls 24/7, including holidays.
When You Need Driveway Gate
Fort Worth homes with alley-loaded garages, corner lots, or long driveways off streets like Camp Bowie Boulevard or Hulen Street often have different gate needs than a typical suburban tract home. Here’s what usually brings people to us:
- You want to keep kids and dogs in the yard. A driveway gate closes the gap that a standard fence can’t, especially on corner lots where the driveway cuts through the side yard. We install gates sized to your exact driveway width so there’s no gap at the bottom for a small dog to slip under.
- Your current gate sags or drags. Fort Worth’s clay soil expands and contracts with rain and drought. Over time, posts shift and gates start scraping the concrete. Sometimes the fix is a new post, sometimes a full gate replacement makes more sense than repeated repairs.
- You bought a home with an old manual gate. Many houses in Ridglea Hills and Monticello have original iron gates that are beautiful but heavy. Adding a Ghost Controls or Mighty Mule opener turns that gate into something you actually use instead of something you park outside of.
- You’re building new or replacing a fence. If the fence contractor doesn’t handle driveway gates, we step in after the fence goes up. We match gate height and style to the existing fence line so it reads as one continuous boundary.
- Security matters and you want controlled access. A gate with a keypad, intercom, or vehicle sensor keeps unknown vehicles out of the driveway. We install DoorKing and Elite access systems with the wiring run cleanly, not draped along the fence line.
Our Driveway Gate Process
Here’s exactly what happens when you call us about a driveway gate in Fort Worth:
- You call and a live person answers. Not a voicemail tree, not a callback queue. You’ll describe what you have and what you want. We may ask you to text a photo of the current gate or driveway opening so we can prepare before arriving.
- We visit, measure, and listen. A background-checked, uniformed technician comes out at the scheduled time. We measure the driveway opening, check post condition, look at how the gate will swing, and ask about your priorities: kids, pets, delivery trucks, visual style. We ask before we move or touch anything on your property.
- You get a written price. Before any work begins, we hand you a written quote that breaks down the gate, hardware, automation (if applicable), and labor. No pressure, no “sign today” speech. You keep the quote whether or not you hire us.
- Installation day. If we’re working near the house, we put on shoe covers before stepping inside and lay drop cloths on the floor. Gate installs are mostly outdoor work, but if we need to run wiring through the garage or into the house for a keypad, your floors stay clean. We choose pet-safe lubricants where there’s a choice, and we can schedule around nap time if quiet matters.
- Cleanup photo and walkthrough. Before we leave, we take a photo of the cleaned work area and show it to you. We walk the gate through its full swing, test the automation, and show you how to operate everything. If anything isn’t right, the 365-Day Done Right Promise means we come back and fix it. No argument, no fine print.
Driveway Gate Pricing in Fort Worth
We say the actual numbers because you deserve to know what a gate costs before you invite anyone to your home. Here’s what driveway gate work runs in Fort Worth as of 2025 and early 2026:
| Gate Type / Service | Typical Range (Installed) |
|---|---|
| Single swing steel gate, 10-12 ft | $3,200 – $5,800 |
| Double swing steel gate, 16-20 ft | $5,500 – $9,500 |
| Ornamental iron custom gate | $6,000 – $12,000 |
| Automation added (Ghost Controls, Mighty Mule) | $900 – $1,800 |
| DoorKing or Elite access system with keypad | $1,200 – $2,400 |
| Existing gate re-hung on new posts | $800 – $1,600 |
| Gate latch replacement (most standard types) | $180 – $340 |
What moves the price? Gate width is the biggest factor. A 10-foot single gate is far less expensive than a 20-foot double gate because the posts carry different loads and the hardware needs to be heavier. Material matters too: powder-coated steel costs less than custom ornamental iron. Automation adds cost, but if you already have a working opener from Ghost Controls, DoorKing, or Elite, we can often reuse it and just install the new gate to match. Finally, post condition matters. If your existing posts are set in concrete that’s still solid, we can sometimes reuse them. If the concrete has cracked from Fort Worth’s clay soil shifting, new posts are the honest fix.
Most standard gate latch replacements run between $180 and $340, and you’ll see the exact number in writing before we touch anything. Estimates are free. Call (682) 841-5749 and we’ll get you scheduled.
Why the 365-Day Done Right Promise Matters
Gates are heavy, motorized, and outdoors in Texas weather. If a post shifts two months after install, or an opener acts up, that’s our responsibility to fix. The Cedarwell Care Promise governs every visit: written price before work starts, shoe covers and drop cloths on every visit, and a cleanup photo before departure. The 365-Day Done Right Promise goes further: if the installation isn’t done right, we make it right.
FAQs – Driveway Gate
How much does a driveway gate cost in Fort Worth?
A driveway gate in Fort Worth typically costs between $2,800 and $9,500 installed, with most single swing steel gates landing between $3,200 and $5,800. Gate width, material, automation, and whether new posts are needed all move the number. Call (682) 841-5749 for an exact quote in writing, estimates are free.
Can you install a driveway gate the same week?
Yes, we can usually install a standard driveway gate within one to two weeks depending on your gate type and whether it’s in stock with our local suppliers. Many emergency repairs like a gate that won’t close can be handled the same day. Call (682) 841-5749 and a live person will give you a straight answer on scheduling.
Is it cheaper to repair or replace a driveway gate?
If the gate frame is straight and the hinges, latch, and opener are all working, a repair is almost always cheaper. Most gate latch replacements run $180 to $340. If the gate is sagging badly, rusted through, or the post has shifted, replacement is often the better long-term value because patching a failing structure just delays the inevitable. We’ll tell you which side of that line your gate falls on and give you a written price for both options.
Can you match my gate to my existing fence?
Yes. We match the height, style, and color of your existing fence or gate so the driveway entrance looks like part of the original design, not an afterthought. For Fort Worth homes with ornamental iron or cedar fencing, we source materials locally and powder-coat steel to match the surrounding fence.
What brands do you work with?
We’re factory-trained on Ghost Controls, DoorKing, Elite, and Mighty Mule automation systems, along with LiftMaster, FAAC, BFT, Linear, and Viking. If you already have one of these openers, we can often reuse it and install the new gate to integrate with the existing system. If you’re not sure what you have, send us a photo and we’ll identify it before we arrive.
Do you work on the driveway itself or the gate only?
We work on the gate, posts, and the automation that opens and closes it, including pedestrian gate systems. We don’t pour driveway concrete, but we coordinate with concrete contractors if your gate installation requires new footings or apron work. The gate is our lane, and we stay in it.
Fort Worth Driveway Gate: Local Notes
Fort Worth’s soil is largely expansive clay. In dry summers, it shrinks and pulls away from post footings. After a wet spring, it swells and pushes posts out of plumb. That’s why we set posts deep, use proper concrete, and check the gate’s swing clearance before we leave. It’s also why we don’t rush the job to hit some arbitrary time target. A gate that swings clean in June should still swing clean in January.
If you’re in a neighborhood with an HOA, check your covenants before deciding on gate style and height. Many Fort Worth HOAs have specific rules about driveway gates, especially on corner lots where sight lines matter. We’re happy to work with your HOA’s requirements once you know them.
Call Latch and Post Gate Repair Fort Worth
We answer the phone around the clock because gates fail at inconvenient times and you shouldn’t have to leave a voicemail and wait. Whether you need a new driveway gate, a repair on the one you have, or you want to automate a gate you already own, call (682) 841-5749 for a free estimate. A written price comes before any work begins. Shoe covers and drop cloths are on every visit. And if it’s not done right, we make it right for 365 days.
Written by Cody Beckman, Owner at Latch and Post Gate Repair Fort Worth, serving Fort Worth.