- Texas License #B19847
- Google Rating 4.9 / 5
- Family Owned Since 2010
- Texas Cities 36
- Dispatch 24/7 Statewide
- Licensed Bonded, Insured
WHAT WE REPAIR ON YOUR OPENER
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Gate Won't Open
A dead circuit, a weak backup battery, or a failed limit switch stops the operator from starting its cycle at all.
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Gate Won't Close
Nearly always the close-side photo eye. Dirt, spider webs, or misalignment reads as an obstruction and the operator refuses to close.
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Clicking or Humming, No Movement
Points to a dead DC battery, a failed AC start capacitor, or a stripped drive gear. Repeated remote presses only heat the motor.
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Stops Halfway Through the Cycle
A misadjusted limit switch, an obstruction trip, or weak battery voltage that can't finish the stroke. Reversing at the same spot means a mechanical bind.
HOW OPENER REPAIR WORKS
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Call or Request Service
Tell us what the opener is doing: won't move, clicking, humming, or stopping halfway.
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Technician Dispatched
Statewide dispatch, all 36 Texas cities. Median response varies by metro; your dispatcher confirms your window.
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Motor, Board, and Sensor Check
Full diagnostic pass on the motor, control board, and every sensor, plus a written quote before any work begins.
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Repaired and Safety Tested
Component replaced, full open-close cycle run, every entrapment sensor verified before the tech leaves.
COMMON OPENER FAILURE CAUSES
Two Forces Take Out More Control Boards Than Anything Else
Power surges from lightning strikes and grid spikes are among the most common no-warning gate opener failures. A surge destroys the control board outright, often with no earlier warning signs at all. A surge protective device on the operator's power and low-voltage lines diverts that excess voltage before it reaches the board, cheap insurance against a Texas storm season.
Heat is the second driver. Direct sun on a control box through a 100 degree Texas summer cooks the board, softens the enclosure, and drains the backup battery faster than the manual assumes. Shade over the operator and surge protection on the power line both add real years to the unit. Between storms and heat, the single most common opener call across every brand stays the same: the close-side photo eye gets dirty, cobwebbed, or knocked out of alignment, and the operator refuses to close as its safety response.
- Lightning and grid surges: the leading cause of a control board that dies with no warning
- Heat-stressed boards and batteries: shade and surge protection extend service life
- Photo-eye misalignment: the single most common cause of an opener that won't close
OPERATOR TYPES AND PERMITTED ENTRAPMENT PROTECTION
| Operator Type | Entrapment Protection Allowed |
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| Swing Arm | Types A, B1, B2, C, or D |
| Slide | Types A, B1, B2, or D |
| Barrier Arm | Types A, B1, B2, C, or D |
| Vertical Lift | Types A, B1, B2, or D |
Class I covers a residence of one to four single families, Class II covers commercial and multi-family properties open to the general public, Class III covers industrial sites, and Class IV covers guarded, restricted-access sites. Swing arm and barrier arm operators are the only types permitted to use Type C inherent force limiting as one of their two required entrapment protection means; slide and vertical lift operators use a non-contact or contact sensor pairing instead.
$135 to $400
Typical control board replacement, parts and labor
Pros On Call, 6901 N Lamar Blvd Ste 137, Austin, TX 78752. Texas DPS License #B19847. Regulated by the Texas Department of Public Safety.
GATE MOTOR REPAIR
When the Motor Itself Is the Problem
A gate opener that hums or clicks without moving the gate is almost always a motor or drivetrain problem, not a controller problem. On a battery-powered DC operator, a dead or deeply discharged battery is the single most common cause: the board still has enough charge to click the relay, but not enough current to turn the motor under load. On an AC-powered operator, the same symptom usually points to a failed start capacitor, the component that gives the motor its initial torque to overcome the gate's resting weight. A motor that hums but never gets the gate moving is straining against something it cannot start, and letting it keep trying overheats the windings.
Before assuming the motor itself has failed, it helps to know that a properly installed gate should swing or roll freely by hand once it is disengaged from the operator. If the gate binds, drags, or will not move smoothly with the operator disconnected, the problem is mechanical: the track, hinges, rollers, or a heaved post, and no amount of motor work fixes that. If the gate moves freely by hand but the operator cannot drive it, the fault is inside the operator itself, the motor, the capacitor, the control board, or the gear drive. That distinction is the first thing a technician checks on a service call, because it decides whether the visit is a gate-hardware repair or an opener repair.
Inside the operator, the drive gears are a common wear point on any brand. Whether the gearbox uses machined metal gears or the lighter composite gears found in some consumer-grade operators, a stripped or worn gear shows up as the motor running, sometimes even humming under load, while the gate does not move at all: the gear no longer transmits torque to the drive arm, chain, or gear rack. A grinding or rattling noise during travel is usually an early warning that a gear is wearing out before it fails completely.
COST OF DEFERRAL
A $150 to $650 gear kit replacement caught early is a straightforward repair. Left alone, a stripped gear or a failing capacitor forces the motor to fight a drivetrain it cannot move, which is how a cheap fix turns into a $200 to $600 motor repair, or in the worst case a $500 to $1,200 full motor replacement.
If your opener is humming, clicking, or grinding without moving the gate, request service and we diagnose the motor, capacitor, and drivetrain on-site before any repair begins.
REPAIR OR REPLACE YOUR OPENER?
| Factor | Repair | Replace |
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| Cost | Repair cost under roughly half of a new installed operator | A single repair at or above roughly half a new install |
| Age | Under 10 years, one failed component on sound hardware | Past the typical 10 to 15 year operator lifespan |
| Safety compliance | Entrapment sensors already monitored, 2016 UL 325 revision or newer | Pre-2016 unit predates monitored external entrapment sensors |
| Parts availability | Parts in stock for the model | Model discontinued or parts hard to source |
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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Gate Opener 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 Control Board Replacement From $135
Replace a failed or storm-damaged gate opener control board.
Estimate - Gate Opener Gear Kit / Reducer Replacement From $150
Replace a stripped or worn drive gear or gear reducer.
Estimate - Gate Opener Limit Switch Replacement From $100
Replace or reset limit switches that tell the operator where fully open and fully closed are.
Estimate - Photo Eye / Safety Sensor Replacement From $50
Replace or realign a monitored photo eye or edge sensor.
Estimate - Gate Remote / Receiver Replacement and Programming From $25
Replace and program a gate remote or receiver.
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 does my gate stop halfway when opening or closing?
Three usual causes. A misadjusted or failed limit switch ends the travel early, an obstruction or binding point triggers the operator's built-in force reversal, or weak battery voltage on a DC unit cannot push the full stroke. On a slide gate, debris in the track or a seized roller can cause the same symptom. A gate that reverses at the same spot every cycle has a mechanical bind right there, and forcing it past that point just wears the motor and gears faster.
Why is my gate opener clicking or humming but not moving?
Clicking with no movement usually means a dead or deeply discharged battery on a DC operator, or a stripped drive gear. Humming means the motor is getting power but the drivetrain is jammed, or the start capacitor on an AC motor has failed. Repeatedly hitting the remote does not help. Every attempt just heats the motor further, and this is a diagnose-and-replace-the-part visit, not something a reset fixes.
Why is my gate remote not working?
Start with an isolation test. Try a second access method: a keypad, a second remote, or the free-exit loop if the property has one. If only one device fails, the problem is that device, so check its battery first, then reprogram it. If every access method fails at once, the receiver, its antenna, or the operator's power supply is the problem, not the remotes themselves.
How much does it cost to replace a gate motor or opener?
Motor repair alone typically runs $200 to $600. A full motor replacement, parts and labor, runs $500 to $1,200. A control board replacement, a separate and more common repair, runs $135 to $400. Replacing the entire operator installed typically runs $800 to $3,500 for a residential swing unit, depending on brand and gate weight, and more for commercial-duty hardware. We give you the number in writing before any work starts.
Do you repair gate openers outside Austin?
Yes. From our Central Austin dispatch we cover Cedar Park, Georgetown, Round Rock, and Pflugerville directly, and we run statewide dispatch across all 36 Texas cities we serve, including Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, El Paso, and McAllen. Call (888) 601-6005 and we confirm your area and the next available window immediately.
Should I keep pressing the remote if my gate opener won't move?
No. Repeated remote presses do not fix a jammed drivetrain or a failed capacitor. They just heat the motor further and can turn a simple repair into a full motor replacement. If the opener clicks, hums, or does nothing after two attempts, stop and call for diagnosis instead of continuing to cycle the remote.
Does fixing a gate opener require a state license in Texas?
Plain gate opener repair, covering motor, board, sensor, and low-voltage control wiring, is not a licensed trade in Texas. Only new line-voltage electrical circuits to the operator require a TDLR-licensed electrician, and only unmonitored access-control features such as credential logging on a business or shared property fall under the Texas DPS Electronic Access license Pros On Call holds, License #B19847. We carry that license as our company credential on every job, not as a claim that plain opener repair itself requires state licensing.
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