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When a gate starts dragging, refuses to close, or leans hard against its post, the problem usually comes down to one of two things: the latch that holds it or the post that carries it. Those two parts take all the weight, all the weather, and all the daily use. Latch & Post Gate Repair has been fixing both since 2009, and we’re the Cedarwell family’s dedicated gate team serving Fort Worth, Arlington, Euless, and the surrounding neighborhoods. Cody Beckman leads our Fort Worth crew, and every call goes to a live person at (682) 841-5749, day or night.
Call (682) 841-5749 for same-day and emergency gate repair in Fort Worth. We work on LiftMaster, FAAC, BFT, Linear, Viking, Ghost Controls, DoorKing, Elite, and Mighty Mule systems.
Driveway Gate Repair
Driveway gate repair means fixing what keeps the gate moving smoothly, closing fully, and staying put when it should. Homeowners in Fort Worth call us when a gate starts groaning, stops mid-travel, or refuses to latch after a storm. Most driveway gate problems fall into three buckets: a failing opener, a bent or sagging hinge, or a misaligned track. We diagnose all three on the first visit, give you a written price before any work starts, and get the gate running again, usually within the same day for standard repairs.
Track and Roller Refits
North Texas clay shifts seasonally, and that movement pulls gate tracks out of line. We realign the track, replace worn rollers, and set the gate to ride level again so it doesn’t bind halfway.
Opener Integration
When a gate’s mechanicals are fine but the opener won’t respond, we test the motor, the receiver board, and the safety edges. Most brands we carry parts for on the truck, so the fix often happens in one trip.
Styles & brands we work with
Gate Welding
Gate welding is the process of joining cracked, broken, or fatigued metal gate components back into a single strong piece. We do this when a hinge tears away from the frame, a picket snaps at the weld point, or a corner joint cracks from years of wind load against the post. Our welders work with mild steel, cast iron, and aluminum, and we never cover a crack with a patch or a plate unless the original section is strong enough to carry the load again. Most standard weld repairs in Fort Worth run between $180 and $450 depending on the length of the crack and the access to the work area.
Hinge Reconstruction
A hinge that breaks at its weld leaves the gate hanging on one point, which mangles the remaining hinge fast. We grind the old weld clean, rebuild the joint, and set the gate back to square before it takes any weight.
Crack and Split Repair
Vertical cracks along gate rails start small and propagate quickly, especially where sprinkler water hits low spots. We cut the crack back to solid metal, weld it through, and grind the seam smooth before priming and painting.
Commercial Gate Repair
Commercial gate repair is what keeps apartment complex gates, parking garage arms, and business perimeter gates opening and closing for tenants, employees, and delivery vehicles every single day. When a commercial gate fails, it doesn’t just slow people down. It blocks emergency access, holds up deliveries, and becomes a liability the property owner has to answer for. Latch & Post Gate Repair Fort Worth handles access control tie-ins, heavy slide gates, cantilever systems, and underground operator fixes. Typical commercial service calls run between $250 and $900 depending on the system and the parts involved, quoted in writing before any work begins.
Access Control Wiring
We test keypad, card reader, and intercom connections to the operator board. Most intermittent problems turn out to be a loose ground or a corroded connection inside the pedestal, not the operator itself.
Operator Diagnostics
DoorKing and Linear operators power most of the commercial gates around Fort Worth. We keep their common control boards, limit switches, and gearboxes stocked so a down gate is a one-day event, not a week-long headache.
Iron Gate Repair
Iron gate repair addresses the rust, corrosion, and structural wear that affects ornamental and functional wrought iron gates across Fort Worth. Iron holds up remarkably well in North Texas, but sprinkler overspray, pooled water at the base, and decades of opening and closing eventually take their toll. We repair iron gates by removing rust, reinforcing weakened sections, replacing rotted bottom rails, and re-welding separated bars. Repairs on standard iron gates run between $200 and $600, and that price is on paper before we light a torch.
Rust Remediation
We don’t paint over rust and call it fixed. We wire-brush and grind affected areas back to bright metal, treat the surface, and then prime and paint so the repair matches the surrounding fence.
Bottom Rail Replacement
Fort Worth’s clay soil holds water against gate bottoms after every rain. When an iron gate’s bottom rail rusts through, we cut the section, weld in new material, and match the existing design so it looks like it was always there.
Sliding Gate Repair
Sliding gate repair focuses on the rollers, track, and guide system that carries a heavy gate panel along a fixed path. Sliding gates work great for Fort Worth properties where a swinging gate would block the driveway or hit a slope. But when a roller wears flat, a guide wheel jumps the track, or a chain snaps, the whole gate stops moving. We replace bad rollers with sealed-bearing units, realign tracks that have shifted with the soil, and tension the chain or belt drive back to spec. Expect to pay between $220 and $700 for most sliding gate repairs, quoted upfront before we start.
Track Realignment
Gates that jump the track usually have a small problem that’s been ignored for months. We re-shim the track, reset the anchor bolts, and check for drainage issues that are causing the base to sink.
Chain and Belt Tensioning
A slack chain slaps and wears everything it touches. We set the tension to the manufacturer’s number, check the sprockets for wear, and replace the master link if it’s stretched. That quiet, steady travel comes back when the tension is right.
Wrought Iron Gate Repair
Wrought iron gate repair is the restoration of decorative ironwork back to its original strength and appearance. In older Fort Worth neighborhoods like Fairmount, Ryan Place, and Mistletoe Heights, wrought iron gates are often original to the house, which means the scrollwork and pickets aren’t something you just swap out. We straighten bent spindles, rebuild broken scrolls, and weld cracked joints so the gate keeps its character. Most decorative wrought iron repairs run between $250 and $600, and we’ll show you the written price before anything gets touched.
Decorative Element Restoration
Heirloom gates often have finials, scrolls, and rings that were forged and fitted together decades ago. We match the existing pattern when we rebuild these pieces, so the repair disappears into the original design.
Lock and Latch Retrofits
Old wrought iron gates usually outlast their hardware. We install modern latches and locks that work with the existing gate frame without drilling through decorative elements or changing the look.
Metal Gate Repair
Metal gate repair covers aluminum, steel, and ornamental metal gates found on residential pivots, side gates, and driveway entrances throughout Fort Worth. Metal gates are the most common type we service, and while they’re durable, they still bend under pressure, sag at the hinges, and develop weld cracks over time. Our metal repair service includes frame straightening, hinge replacement, latch alignment, and post resetting. Depending on the scope, metal gate repairs in Fort Worth typically cost between $150 and $550, always quoted in writing before we start.
Post Resetting
When the post leans, the gate follows. We dig the post footing, re-plumb the post, and pour a deeper concrete base where the soil has softened or shifted. The gate hangs straight again because the foundation is right.
Latch Alignment
A latch that misses its strike plate by a half inch is a security problem wearing a disguise. We re-shim the hinges, adjust the post hardware, and set the latch so it catches clean every time, even when the temperature swings.
Wood Gate Repair
Wood gate repair brings weathered, sagging, and splitting wooden gates back to working condition. Cedar and redwood gates do well in Fort Worth’s dry summers, but pine and untreated lumber warp, split, and soften quickly in our clay-heavy, high-moisture winters. We replace rotted rails, re-hang sagging panels, and rebuild latch blocks so the gate closes without lifting or kicking. Wood gate repairs generally run between $180 and $400 for most repairs, and the price is written down before we touch the gate.
Frame Rebuilding
A wood gate fails from the frame inward. We pull the pickets or slats, replace the rotted rail or stile with pressure-treated or cedar stock, and reattach everything with galvanized hardware that won’t rust out.
Hinge and Hardware Upgrades
Old steel hinges on wood gates tend to pull their screws out of soft lumber. We move to through-bolted hardware or install reinforcing plates so the hinge holds for another decade, not another season.
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We’re factory-trained on the gate opener brands Fort Worth families actually have. DoorKing and Elite operators show up on most of the commercial work we do around the city, and we stock their common control boards and gear assemblies on the truck. Most DoorKing failures we see are limit switch drift or lightning damage to the board, both of which we can isolate in under an hour.
Mighty Mule and Ghost Controls dominate the residential driveway gate market here, especially in newer developments in the north and west parts of town. We carry their receiver boards, remotes, and replacement arms, so when a Mighty Mule starts beeping without moving or a Ghost Controls opener loses its programming, we’re usually out and back in one visit. Whether you have one of those or any other make, we can help. Call (682) 841-5749 and tell us what’s on the gate.
Signs You Need a Pro Right Now
- The gate drags or scrapes along the ground. That sound is the gate’s weight wearing against the driveway or lawn. Every pass grinds something down further, and within a few weeks the hinges or rollers can fail completely.
- The opener runs but the gate doesn’t move. You’re hearing the motor try, which means the problem is in the gearbox, the chain, or the drive arm. Continuing to press the remote only overheats the motor and makes a small fix into a big one.
- The gate won’t stay closed or latched. A gate that won’t latch is a gate that isn’t doing its job. Kids and dogs find the gap, and a stiff wind will slam it against the post or the house.
- You can see rust at the weld points or the bottom rail. Rust at a joint is structural news. It means water has been working on that spot for a while, and the visible stuff is only part of what’s happening inside the metal.
- The gate wobbles at the post. A loose post wobble is the early warning for a post that’s about to pick the gate up and lean with it. The longer it sways, the more stress lands on the hinges and the latch, and the more work it becomes to fix.
Our Process, Step by Step
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Call and talk to a person. No call tree, no voicemail, no “someone will get back to you.” You call (682) 841-5749, tell us what the gate is doing, and we schedule a window that works for you.
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Diagnosis on site. The technician arrives in a Latch & Post uniform, introduces themselves, and goes to work finding the root cause. We test the opener, check the hinges and track, and measure the gate’s alignment before we tell you anything.
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Written price, before any work. You see the full price on paper for the repair, including parts and labor. No pressure, no “while we’re here” upsells. You decide.
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The repair. We lay drop cloths where we work inside, put on shoe covers before walking through the house, and keep our tools quiet if kids or pets are nearby. The work gets done right, and we clean up like it’s our own home.
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Walkthrough and cleanup photo. Before we leave, we show you the finished repair and hand you a photo of the cleanup. Your gate works. Your floor looks like we were never there. And if anything isn’t right within 365 days, the Done Right Promise covers it.
How Much Does Gate Repair Cost in Fort Worth?
Gate repair in Fort Worth generally runs from about $150 on the low end for a simple latch alignment to around $900 for a commercial operator replacement. A typical residential driveway gate repair, the kind we do most often in Ridglea, Wedgwood, and TCU-area homes, lands between $250 and $500. That covers the service call, the parts, and the labor, all on a written quote before we start.
What moves the price is the scope of the damage. A cracked weld is cheaper than a section that needs cutting and re-fabrication. A roller replacement is cheaper than a track that needs re-anchoring to the concrete. And an opener board swap is cheaper than a full operator replacement. You’ll see the exact number on paper before any work begins, and you’ll never see a surprise on the invoice. Our free estimates include the diagnostic time, the written price, and our recommendation on whether the repair is worth doing or whether you’d be better served with a new installation.
Reach out to Gate Repair in Arlington if you’re closer to that side of the metro.
Our Service Area Near Fort Worth
Latch & Post Gate Repair Fort Worth covers the city and the surrounding communities, including Arlington, Euless, Hurst, Kennedale, Watauga, White Settlement, Forest Hill, Everman, Pecan Acres, River Oaks, and Sansom Park. Most standard repairs get a same-day or next-day visit, and our emergency line is answered by a live person around the clock. Check out Gate Repair in Euless or read more about our full gate services.
Serving Fort Worth, TX - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Fort Worth 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 About Gate Repair in Fort Worth
Gate repair is the process of diagnosing and fixing whatever is stopping a gate from opening, closing, latching, or staying level and secure. It covers hinges, posts, track systems, gate openers, latch hardware, and the metal or wood structure itself. Automatic gate repair is one of the most common services we provide. Most repairs start with a diagnostic visit, followed by a written price, and then the work itself. Call (682) 841-5749 to get a Fort Worth gate repair started.
Most residential gate repairs are done in one to three hours on site. Standard issues like hinge replacements, latch alignments, and roller swaps are same-day jobs. Larger structural work, like post resetting or major welding repairs, can take half a day. We give you an honest time estimate before we begin.
Gate repair in Fort Worth typically costs between $150 and $600 for most residential jobs, with commercial operator replacements running up to $900 or more. The exact number depends on what’s broken, the parts required, and the access to the work area. Every Latch & Post visit includes a written price before work starts, so you know the full cost before you say yes. Call (682) 841-5749 for a free estimate.
Yes. We’re factory-trained on both Mighty Mule and Ghost Controls residential openers, and we carry their remotes, receiver boards, and replacement arms on our trucks. Most Mighty Mule and Ghost Controls repairs are completed in a single visit. If you have another brand, call us and tell us what’s on the gate; we likely service it too.
Yes. Our phone line is answered by a live person 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including nights, weekends, and holidays. If your gate is stuck open or blocking your driveway, call (682) 841-5749 and we’ll get a technician to you as quickly as possible. Emergency calls are prioritized the same day whenever they come in.
Every repair and installation is covered by the 365-Day Done Right Promise. If the work isn’t right, Latch & Post makes it right, no argument, no fine print. We stand behind the labor we do and the parts we install for a full year from the date of service.
We don’t need much from you. If the gate is in the driveway, clear any vehicles or toys from the immediate area. If the gate leads to a backyard, make sure we can access the inside and outside of the gate. We’ll handle the rest, including drop cloths, shoe covers, and cleanup. Just call (682) 841-5749 to schedule.
Schedule Your Gate Repair Service in Fort Worth Today
A gate that doesn’t close or a driveway gate that stops mid-travel is a problem that only gets worse with every use. Call (682) 841-5749 today and talk to a real person who can schedule your repair, answer your questions, and get a technician to your Fort Worth home fast. The estimate is free, the price is written before any work starts, and the work is backed for a full year. We’re here 24/7 when you need us.
Written by Cody Beckman, Owner at Latch & Post Gate Repair Fort Worth, serving the Fort Worth area since 2009.