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An electric gate that won’t open or, worse, won’t stop closing, turns a routine morning into a standoff with your own driveway. Most San Francisco homeowners call us when the opener hums but the gate doesn’t move, when the remote works only from six feet away, or when the gate reverses for no reason after closing. Latch and Post Gate Repair San Francisco has repaired electric gates across the city since 2009 as part of the Cedarwell family of independently owned and operated gate specialists. We answer every call with a live person, day or night, and we arrive with the parts most gates need already on the truck. Call (628) 227-2771 for a written, no-obligation price before any work begins.
Gate Opener Repair
Gate Opener Repair covers the motorized arm, swing, or slide mechanism that moves your gate after you press the remote or keypad. You’ll know you need it when the opener strains, clicks without engaging, or moves the gate halfway and quits. Older openers in Electric Gate Repair in San Francisco‘s fog belt corrode faster than most, especially near the avenues where salt air settles into control boards and limit switches. Most gate opener repairs in San Francisco run between $195 and $525 depending on whether we’re replacing a limit switch, a capacitor, or the entire drive assembly. That price is written down and agreed to before we touch a single wire.
Opener Diagnosis and Tune-Up
We start by measuring draw amperage and listening to the gear train before recommending any parts. A stiff chain or a dry gearbox mimics a failing motor, and we fix those for a fraction of what a motor replacement costs.
Opener Replacement
When a motor has truly burned out, we replace it with a unit matched to your gate’s weight and cycle count. We carry Ghost Controls and Mighty Mule openers for residential gates, so a replacement usually happens the same visit.
Styles & brands we work with
Automatic Gate Repair
Automatic Gate Repair addresses the full system that opens and closes your gate on its own: the opener, safety sensors, receiver, keypad, and the physical gate itself. You need it when the gate creeps, stalls on an incline, or the safety loop no longer detects a car sitting on it. Automatic gates in San Francisco face steep grades in neighborhoods like Forest Hill and Diamond Heights, where an undersized opener burns out years early. Expect to pay between $225 and $900 for automatic gate repair in San Francisco, with most jobs landing around $350. The exact number is in your written quote before we begin, and it never changes after the fact.
Sensor and Safety Loop Issues
A garage door that reverses suddenly usually has a failing photo eye or a broken induction loop under the driveway. We test, locate, and repair or splice these components without ripping up more pavement than needed.
Remote and Receiver Problems
Range that shrinks to a few feet is typically a corroded antenna wire or a receiver board drifting off frequency. We reprogram, replace, or relocate receivers so the gate opens from the bottom of the street, not the top of the driveway.
Electric Gate Motor
Electric Gate Motor is the muscle inside the opener that actually pushes or pulls the gate leaf. When it fails, you’ll hear a loud hum with no movement, or a grinding sound as the armature bearings wear out. Salt fog and steep driveways in San Francisco shorten motor life compared to flatter, drier areas like Electric Gate Repair in Berkeley, so we see motor failures earlier here than in most of the Bay Area. Most electric gate motor replacements in San Francisco run from $450 to $1,200 installed, depending on horsepower and whether we’re matching an existing mount or fabricating a new one. Your quote is written down and signed off before the old motor is unbolted.
Motor Testing Before Replacement
We bench-test the capacitor and measure winding resistance before declaring a motor dead. Many “dead” motors are just a $40 capacitor that failed, and we won’t sell you a motor that isn’t the problem.
Motor Mount and Alignment
On gates that have sagged or shifted, a new motor on an old mount fails within months. We true the hinge line and shim the mount so the motor loads evenly, which is the difference between a one-year repair and a ten-year gate.
Gate Access Control
Gate Access Control is the system that decides who gets in: keypads, intercoms, phone-based entry, and vehicle detection loops. You’ll call about it when a keypad stops accepting codes, the intercom rings a dead phone, or the gate opens for every car on the block. In San Francisco and nearby Electric Gate Repair in Alameda, multi-unit buildings in Noe Valley and the Mission rely on access control daily, and failures there aren’t an annoyance, they’re a building management emergency. We handle Gate Access Control repair for residential and small commercial properties, typically between $165 and $780 depending on whether we’re replacing a keypad, a controller board, or wiring.
Keypad and Intercom Repair
We replace worn keypad membranes, corroded intercom buttons, and failed power supplies. Most keypad-only repairs are complete in under an hour, and we verify every entry code before we leave.
Vehicle Detection and Loop Systems
A gate that closes on cars usually has a dead detection loop or a miswired controller. We diagnose loops with an inductance meter and repair or replace the affected zone without trenching the whole driveway.
Commercial Gate Operator
Commercial Gate Operator work covers the heavier slide and swing operators used on apartment buildings, parking garages, and business driveways. These units cycle hundreds of times a day, and a failed one means tenants can’t park and deliveries back up. Electric Gate Repair in South San Francisco commercial operators face constant stop-and-go traffic, fog-driven corrosion, and city inspectors who expect UL 325 compliance on every safety edge and photo eye. Commercial gate operator repair in San Francisco typically starts around $600 and can reach $2,500 for a full operator swap on a heavy slide gate. We quote the job in writing before work starts, same as every residential call.
Heavy Slide Operator Service
We service DoorKing and Elite slide operators, including chain tension, limit set, and reversing edge testing. Most commercial slide operator repairs are done in a single visit because we arrive with common wear parts stocked.
Parking Garage and Apartment Entry Systems
Multi-unit properties need smooth timed operation and reliable safety loops. We repair operators and access systems together so the gate doesn’t just open, it opens safely and on schedule.
Brands We Service
We’re factory-trained on the brands San Francisco families and property managers actually have installed. Ghost Controls openers are common on residential swing gates here, and we keep their control boards, remotes, and limit assemblies in stock. We’ve replaced enough Ghost Controls actuators to know which mounting brackets fail first on the steep grades of Russian Hill and Pacific Heights.
DoorKing and Elite dominate the commercial side, especially slide operators on parking structures in the Financial District and apartment buildings in the Sunset. We service those units with OEM parts and factory procedures. Mighty Mule shows up on lighter-duty residential gates and farm-style properties, and we handle those as well; their control boards are sensitive to voltage spikes, which we test for on every visit. Whether you have Ghost Controls, DoorKing, Elite, Mighty Mule, or another make, we can diagnose and quote the repair on the first visit.
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AfterSigns You Need a Pro Right Now
- The gate stops halfway or reverses on its own. This usually means a failing safety sensor or a misaligned limit switch. A gate that reverses unpredictably can catch a car, a pet, or a child, and it should be looked at before it gets worse.
- The opener hums but the gate doesn’t move. A capacitor failure or a stripped gear usually causes this. Running the opener while it’s stuck like this only cooks the motor, which turns a $40 fix into a $500 replacement.
- Your remote only works from a few feet away. Shrinking range means a corroded antenna, an old receiver, or a weak battery in the remote. If fresh batteries don’t fix it, the receiver board is likely failing and the range will keep shrinking.
- The gate slams or lurches when it starts or stops. Worn bearings, a broken chain tensioner, or a failing clutch can cause this. A gate that moves in jerks puts full stress on every hinge and weld, and something will eventually snap.
- You see rust, sagging hinges, or the gate scrapes the ground. Physical wear on the gate itself transfers load to the motor, which shortens the opener’s life by years. Catching this early usually costs a few hundred dollars instead of a full gate replacement.
Our Process, Step by Step
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Call and talk to a person. You call (628) 227-2771 and reach a live dispatcher, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We ask what the gate is doing, what brand the opener is, and when you need us. No voicemail, no callback queue.
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On-site diagnosis. Our technician arrives in a uniform with the truck stocked for common San Francisco gate failures. We test the motor, sensors, receiver, and physical gate before recommending any work. You’ll get a written price before anything is disassembled.
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Written, fixed-price repair. Every repair is quoted in writing and agreed to before we start. If we find additional damage mid-repair, we stop, show you the problem, and get your approval before any additional charge. The number doesn’t change without your signature.
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The repair, done clean. We lay drop cloths on the floor and put on shoe covers before we step inside your home or garage. We use quiet tools where possible, especially if kids are napping, and we ask before moving anything. Pet-safe lubricants are standard where there’s a choice.
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Cleanup photo and walkthrough. Before we leave, we sweep, wipe down surfaces we touched, and photograph the cleaned area. You get a walkthrough of what we fixed, why it failed, and how to keep it working. Every job is covered by our 365-Day Done Right Promise: if it isn’t right, we make it right, no argument.
How Much Does Electric Gate Repair Cost in San Francisco?
Electric gate repair in San Francisco typically runs between $195 and $1,200, with most residential repairs landing in the $250 to $500 range. A straightforward keypad replacement might cost $165 to $250, while a full slide gate operator swap on a commercial property can reach $2,500. The cost depends on the part that’s failed, whether it’s a control board or a physical gear, and how difficult the gate is to access. Gates on steep San Francisco hillsides often require ladder work or awkward access, which adds a small amount of time and cost.
What influences the quote most is whether we’re repairing or replacing. A capacitor, limit switch, or remote receiver is an easy repair with a part that costs under $100. A burned-out motor or cracked control board means a part that costs several hundred dollars plus the labor to install and align it. You avoid overpaying by getting the diagnosis first and the quote in writing, which is how every Latch and Post Gate Repair San Francisco visit works. Our written estimates are free, they include all labor and parts, and you’re never obligated to proceed. Call (628) 227-2771 for an exact quote on your gate, and you’ll see the number in writing before we touch a single screw.
Our Service Area Near San Francisco
Latch and Post Gate Repair San Francisco serves the city and the surrounding Bay Area. We’re in San Francisco daily, including the Sunset, Richmond, Noe Valley, Pacific Heights, Bernal Heights, and the Mission. We also cover Oakland, San Mateo, Hayward, Berkeley, Richmond, San Leandro, Alameda, Walnut Creek, San Rafael, Danville, and Burlingame. Most San Francisco calls are reached same day. Call (628) 227-2771 and we’ll give you a straight answer on when we can be there.
Serving San Francisco, CA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the San Francisco 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 Electric Gate Repair in San Francisco
Electric gate repair is the diagnosis and fixing of the motorized system that opens and closes your gate automatically. This includes the opener, motor, safety sensors, keypads, remotes, and the physical gate hardware itself. In San Francisco, we repair both residential driveway gates and commercial slide and swing operators. A full repair typically takes one to three hours depending on the part and the access.
Most electric gate repairs in San Francisco are completed in a single visit lasting one to three hours. Common fixes like keypads, limit switches, and capacitors are done in under an hour. Motor or operator replacements take longer, sometimes four to six hours, especially on heavy commercial gates. We’ll give you a time estimate with your written quote so you can plan around it.
Electric gate repair in San Francisco typically costs between $195 and $1,200 depending on the part and the gate type. Most residential repairs fall between $250 and $500, while commercial operator replacements can reach $2,500. Every job gets a written price before work starts, and that price never changes without your written approval. Call (628) 227-2771 for a free estimate on your specific gate.
Yes, we service Ghost Controls, DoorKing, Elite, and Mighty Mule electric gates in San Francisco. We’re factory-trained on these brands and keep their common parts on the truck, so most repairs are done the same visit. If your opener is a different brand, we can still diagnose and repair it as long as parts are available. Call us with your brand and model and we’ll tell you what we can do.
We answer every call with a live person, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and we prioritize gates that won’t close or won’t open at all. Most San Francisco emergency calls are reached the same day, often within a few hours. If your gate is stuck open or stuck closed and you need it working tonight, call (628) 227-2771 now and we’ll tell you exactly when we can be there.
Every repair and installation from Latch and Post Gate Repair San Francisco is covered by our 365-Day Done Right Promise. If the work isn’t right within a year, we make it right, no argument and no fine print. That covers parts and labor on every job we do. You’ll also get any manufacturer warranties on parts we install, which we handle for you if a claim is needed.
Clear the area around the gate motor and control box so our technician can work safely. If the gate is in a garage or near an entryway, let us know if we’ll need to come inside so we can bring drop cloths and shoe covers. We ask before moving anything and we’ll photograph the cleanup when we’re done. Nothing else is needed from you; just be ready to describe what the gate is doing when it fails.
Schedule Your Electric Gate Repair Service in San Francisco Today
A gate that won’t open is a blocked morning. A gate that won’t close is an open house. Either way, call (628) 227-2771 and a live person will answer, day or night. You’ll get a written, no-obligation price before any work starts, and every repair is backed by our 365-Day Done Right Promise. If it isn’t right, we make it right. That’s how Latch and Post Gate Repair San Francisco has worked since 2009.
Written by Cody Beckman, Owner at Latch and Post Gate Repair San Francisco, serving San Francisco since 2009.