- Texas License #B19847
- Google Rating 4.9 / 5
- Family Owned Since 2010
- Texas Cities 36
- Dispatch 24/7 Statewide
- Licensed Bonded, Insured
SIGNS YOUR DRIVEWAY GATE NEEDS REPAIR
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Sagging or Dragging Gate
The bottom corner drops, drags on the driveway, or the gate binds partway through its swing.
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Leaning Gate Post
The post itself has shifted out of plumb, usually from soil movement or an undersized footing.
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Latch Won't Catch
The gate closes but the latch and strike no longer line up flush.
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Opener Straining Against a Drag
The motor labors, faults, or trips its force limit fighting a gate that should swing free.
HOW DRIVEWAY GATE REPAIR WORKS
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Call or Request Service
Tell us what the gate is doing: dragging, sagging, won't latch, or the opener straining. We route the right technician before dispatch.
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Technician Dispatched
Statewide dispatch, all 36 Texas cities. Your dispatcher confirms the next available window.
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On-Site Assessment
We check hinges, post, latch, and opener as one system, not just the part complaining the loudest.
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Repair and Full-Swing Test
Component fixed or replaced, then the gate runs a full open-close cycle before the tech leaves.
WHY TEXAS DRIVEWAY GATES LEAN AND SAG
Expansive Clay Is Working Against Your Gate Post Year Round
Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio all sit on expansive clay that swells when it rains and shrinks in a Texas drought, and a gate post buried in it moves with the soil every season. The same swelling and shrinking that heaves sidewalks and cracks foundations pushes gate posts out of plumb gradually, not all at once, so a driveway gate that swung true for years can start dragging with no single cause a homeowner can point to.
Undersized footings make it worse. A hinge or latch post carries a heavy, constantly moving load every time the gate swings, and a footing sized for an ordinary fence line post is not always sized for that load. That is why a gate post buried too shallow in active clay comes loose years before a properly set one does.
- Expansive clay soil heave: the leading cause of posts working loose across Austin, DFW, and San Antonio
- Undersized footings: a common factor when the post itself, not just the hardware, is the problem
- Seasonal, not sudden: movement follows the wet-dry cycle, so a gate fine last spring can drag by fall
42 In.
Regional North Texas practice for gate and corner posts, versus 36 in for line posts. Not a building code figure.
Pros On Call, 6901 N Lamar Blvd Ste 137, Austin, TX 78752. Texas DPS License #B19847. Regulated by the Texas Department of Public Safety.
SWING GATE REPAIR
Swing Gate Repair in Texas: The Fix Ladder Before Replacement
Most swing gate problems are progressive, not sudden. A dragging or sagging swing gate almost always starts as worn hinges or a hinge-side post working loose, not a failed operator. On an automated gate, the added strain shows up in the opener long before the panel visibly leans, since the motor has to fight the drag on every single cycle. Catching the problem at the hinge-and-post stage is the cheaper fix. Letting it run until the operator itself fails turns one problem into two.
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Tighten or Replace Worn Hinges
The cheapest step, and often the whole fix on a gate that has only just started to sag.
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Add a Diagonal Brace or Anti-Sag Cable Kit
Lifts and holds the latch-side corner square on a panel too heavy or too far gone for hinges alone.
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Add a Support Wheel on Smooth, Flat Concrete
Carries the latch-side weight for heavy panels, relieving the hinge post directly.
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Reset the Post
The last step, called for only when the post itself is out of plumb, not just the hardware riding on it.
The wheel fix works on flat, hard driveways, not gravel, a slope, or ruts. On an automated swing gate, a support wheel also adds drag the operator has to overcome on every cycle, so pair a new wheel with a force and limit readjustment. Skipping that step trades one problem, a dragging gate, for another, an opener straining against added resistance.
A latch that will not catch is rarely a latch problem. It is almost always the downstream symptom of a sagging gate: as the panel drops or the post leans, the latch and strike stop lining up by fractions of an inch, and no amount of latch adjustment fixes a geometry problem at the hinge. Chase the sag first.
Call (888) 601-6005 or request service below, and a technician works through this ladder in the right order, not the most expensive step first.
HINGE FIX, POST RESET, OR FULL GATE REPLACEMENT?
| Factor | Hinge or Hardware Fix | Post Reset | Gate Replacement |
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| Typical cost | From $75 diagnostic, plus parts | Quoted by free estimate, $250 to $1,500 | Priced by material, see installation pricing |
| Typical cause | Worn hinges or loose hardware on an otherwise straight gate | Leaning hinge or latch post from expansive clay soil heave | Rusted-through frame, cracked welds at hinge points, or a racked panel that won't square up |
| When it's the right call | One or two worn components, the panel itself is sound | Post is out of plumb but the panel is straight and undamaged | The panel itself has failed structurally, not just the post beneath it |
Customers, on the work
Texas reviews.
Five-star work, in the customers' own words. No edits, no filters.
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I had “Pros On Call” change the locks on my home that I recently purchased. It was easy to get a hold of them, they made an appointment quickly and did a great job for a fair price. I had them come out about two weeks later and put a deadbolt lock on my front door as well and again - easy to get a hold of, they had to order an aged bronze deadbolt lock 🔐 but once it arrived they came out quickly, did a great job, were neat and it was a fair price. I highly recommend “Pros On Call” for all of your Locksmith needs! 5 Stars ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ for sure!!
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This guy come and help me at the last moment and be very professional and fair price
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Josh was amazing! I called him when I was locked out of my car, and he arrived within 20 minutes. He was professional, fast, and had my car unlocked in no time. The whole process was stress free, and his pricing was fair. I really appreciate how quickly he came to help. Highly recommend Josh if you ever need a reliable locksmith!
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Josh was awesome, he came to the rescue and I didn’t have to wait longer than 30 minutes in total. He also was incredibly kind and understanding of my situation. Dropped off my kids, and somehow my key fab went missing! Also gave me a discount!!
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It sucks they charge an inconvenience fee of 49.00. Which I wish you would have mentioned this on our intial call. Transparency would have been to say hey we charge an inconvenience fee. Never once was this mentioned. When we spoke with the representative all she said was the locksmith will call you with a price. Never once did she say we take your payment info so we can charge you an inconvenience fee. If that was mentioned then this would have been handled differently. She made it seem like we need a card on file to help. Then they attempted to debit my card twice for two separate transactions for 49.00. I understand you run a business. But transparency is key. I specifically asked her what I would be charged for never once did she mention this. Lesson learned. Update***she reached out in regards to my Google review. Although I attempted to resolve per phone call. Shameless.
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Great service Ermi took less than 2 minutes. Thank you so much!
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Excellent service and high quality items! Roland was able to get me this key fob AND program it for a great price. Rechargeable fob is a lot more convenient than having to replace the battery every time it dies. Thank you !
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I have been a customer of pros on call for like over 2 years about and have had to call on them about 6 times. I had used several other locksmith in the prior 15 years but once Roland , one of many these pros came over I never use sny other locksmith service. I am very happy with this company I usually asks for Roland because I know him best and I have developed a kinda professional friendship with him but you can't lose no matter who it is that helps you. All top notch pros. I have called days and night. I am elderley snd lost my keys and I had some stolen. I would tell anyone that ask to call this company. You won't find any better. Here are a few keys Roland msde for me. I have 3 cars an a home. I have to locate my home keys do I didn't have the opputunity to take a picture of them but these here are greal examples.
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Super great experience! Roland was very fast at getting to where I was. Overall he did an amazing job! Plus super affordable prices, you can't beat that! 10/10
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Locksmith Roland provided exceptional service at a affordable price point, and I highly recommend both the individual and the company. 💯
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I had Zach come out to the property that I purchased out in Luling, Texas. It’s about 10 acres, and it has a garage with a corroded lock. Out of all the companies I have called, which is roughly 5 to 6. He was able to take my call, head out the next day, and take care of the corroded lock I need fixed on my property. He was extremely professional and helped me by giving me instructions on how to operate the lock as well! I’m in the military and not able to be in the area, so he was very understanding and professional. Highly recommend!
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Josh was amazing!!! Got us back up and running with two new key fobs in less than 30 mins. He definitely knows his business and has the experience. Got a great deal and I will definitely be calling him the next time we are in need of assistance again. Thank you, Josh!
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Josh was a really good technician fast and prompt.... If this ever happens again (hopefully it doesn't )I'll be calling him.
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Zach got to me asap and even called to make sure we were communicating the right location of my truck! Within 10 minutes it was open and running! He’s the man! Thank you so much for the quick turnaround!
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Their response time was great. Orlando did a great job. No replacement parts were needed and repairs took an hour. I was badly disappointed at the high bill, even with a military discount. Maybe that is why I couldn’t get an approximate estimate before Orlando came. Bottom line : good work, too expensive
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Very helpful and super friendly. They were able to unlock my door in minutes at an affordable price! Even offered spare key services!
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Miguel was very professional and efficient in his work he was very easy to work with and quick in doing his job
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The locksmith was quick and very efficient, got me back on the road on no time!
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He was very fast, was able to make me a key and a spare when I was stranded
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Driveway Gate Repair Pricing
Prices below are estimates. Final cost is confirmed on-site after inspection.
- Gate Service Call / Diagnostic Fee From $75 / per visit, residential
Diagnostic visit to identify the cause of a gate or opener problem.
Estimate - Gate Opener Repair (Labor and Parts) From $130
Diagnose and repair a gate opener issue covering motor, board, sensor, or gear work.
Estimate - Gate Welding / Structural Repair From $250
Weld repair for cracked, fractured, or misaligned gate frames and posts.
Estimate
Cancellation: $49 fee if a technician is dispatched and arrives on-site. Out-of-area: $50 surcharge for job sites 30+ miles from our shop. Sales tax: 8.25% applies to most services (excludes vehicle lockouts).
Prices effective 2026. Final pricing confirmed on-site after inspection.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why is my gate post leaning?
Across Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio, expansive clay soil swells when it rains and shrinks in a drought, and a gate post buried in it shifts with the ground every season. Add an undersized footing under a heavy iron gate, plus hinge-side load hammering the same spot thousands of times a year, and the post works loose gradually rather than all at once. A leaning post also throws off an automated opener's geometry, so the operator strains and faults before the lean is obvious to the eye. The fix is resetting the post in a properly sized footing, not shimming the hinges again every few months.
How do you fix a sagging driveway gate?
Start at the cheapest step and work up. Tighten or replace worn hinges first, since that alone often corrects an early sag. If the panel is heavier or further gone, a diagonal brace or an anti-sag cable kit lifts and holds the latch-side corner square. A support wheel on smooth, flat concrete carries the weight directly for very heavy panels. Reset the post only if it is genuinely out of plumb, not just the hardware riding on it. Fixing the sag first matters on an automated gate: a dragging panel is a common hidden cause behind opener failures, since the motor fights that drag on every cycle.
Will a wheel fix my sagging gate?
On a flat, hard driveway, yes. A spring-loaded support wheel carries the latch-side weight of a heavy gate and takes the load off the hinge post, and it holds up as a permanent fix over concrete. On gravel, a slope, or a rutted driveway, the wheel binds and creates a new problem instead of solving the old one. One nuance worth knowing for an automated swing gate: the wheel adds drag the operator has to overcome on every open and close cycle, so pair a new wheel with a force and limit readjustment rather than leaving the operator's settings untouched.
How much does it cost to repair a damaged or cracked gate frame?
Most structural gate repairs get quoted from a free, on-site estimate rather than a flat number, since a hairline crack and a fractured hinge post are very different jobs. As a general range, welding and structural repair on a gate frame typically runs $250 to $1,500 depending on the extent of the damage and whether a post has to come out. We would rather look at the gate and give you a real number than guess over the phone.
Do you repair driveway gates in Fort Worth, Arlington, and the rest of DFW?
Yes. We dispatch technicians across Fort Worth, Arlington, Grand Prairie, Irving, and Garland as part of statewide coverage across all 36 Texas cities we serve. Call (888) 601-6005 and we confirm your area and the next available window.
My gate won't close and it's after hours, is this an emergency?
It depends on what "won't close" means for your property. A gate stuck open on a home that needs to stay secured overnight is a real exposure worth calling about right away. A gate that is cosmetically sagging, drags a little, or will not latch flush but still closes and holds is not an emergency and can usually wait for a scheduled visit.
See our emergency gate repair page for full triage steps.Do you need a special license to weld or repair a gate frame in Texas?
No. Texas does not license fence, gate, or general contractors at the state level, and there is no separate welding trade license for this kind of structural repair work. Pros On Call is licensed as a Texas DPS security services company, License #B19847, which we carry as our company credential on every job, not as a claim that gate operator work itself requires state licensing. That is a different credential from the unlicensed welding and fabrication side of gate repair. We carry it anyway because it is the credential that does apply to the part of our work that is regulated, and we are glad to have you verify it.
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Gate stuck, opener dead, or ready to automate a gate. Statewide dispatch, all 36 Texas cities.
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