Gate Repair & Installation in the Bay Area
Gate stuck open or closed? If so, call now and talk to a licensed gate tech.
- 4.9 across 150+ reviews
- CA Lic #1060180
- Free estimates
We repair every major gate opener and build custom iron, steel and wood driveway gates. Also, our own techs do the work, start to finish, for homes and businesses across the region.
Get a free estimate · Safe checks for a stuck gateAlso, if the gate is stuck, try these safe checks while you wait for a call back.
The Bay Area's most trusted gate experts
Automatic Gate Masters is a licensed Bay Area contractor that repairs, designs and installs automatic driveway gates, gate openers and access control systems for homes and commercial properties. In fact, every job is handled in-house by our own crew, never subcontracted.
Over a decade of work across Santa Clara, San Mateo, Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin and San Francisco means we have probably seen your gate problem before. So whether you need a LiftMaster opener fixed or a custom wrought-iron gate built, one team handles it under one roof.
Repairs, new gates and everything that opens them
We don't send random subcontractors, because our own gate techs handle the repair, the install, the wiring, the opener and the final setup.
If you are planning a new gate, first see how automatic gate installation works, then explore custom gate design, or read our gate guides.
All major brandsGate & Opener Repair
Because gates fail in many ways, we fix openers, safety sensors, control boards and hinges on every major brand.
Swing, sliding & dual swingCustom Driveway Gates
Iron, steel and wood gates, fabricated to fit your opening, then automated and wired by the same crew.
LiftMaster, Viking, FAACGate Openers & Motors
In addition, we replace tired operators with smartphone control, battery backup and solar options.
Keypads, intercoms, app entryAccess Control & Intercoms
Keypads, fobs and video intercoms, so you can see who is at the gate and let them in from anywhere.
Iron, privacy & pool fencingFences & Railings
Likewise, we build iron fences, privacy fences and railings that match your gate.
Install, repair, openersGarage Doors
Besides gates, we install and repair residential garage doors, springs and openers.
From first call to a gate that works again
Generally, most calls are one of two things, a gate that stopped working or a new gate on the way. So here is what each one looks like with us.
Gate repair
For a gate that is stuck, noisy, or acting up.
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Call or send the form
First, tell us the opener brand if you know it and what the gate is doing, for example beeping, stopping halfway, or not moving at all.
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On-site diagnosis
Next, a licensed tech tests power, the control board, the safety sensors, the limits and the hinges to find the real cause.
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Fixed or quoted
Finally, simple fixes are often done during the visit. Otherwise, you get a written quote before any parts are ordered.
New gate installation
For a new driveway gate, opener or access system.
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Free on-site estimate
First, we visit your property, measure the opening, review how you use the entrance and give you a clear written quote.
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Custom gate design
Then we design a gate and access system that fits your style, your budget and your driveway.
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Professional installation
After that, our own techs handle the fabrication, mounting, wiring, opener and access control on install day.
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Final walkthrough
Finally, we test everything, program your remotes and app, and show you how it all works before we leave.
If your gate is not moving right now, our gate won't open or close guide lists safe checks you can do first, and our LiftMaster gate repair page also explains common error codes.
What our customers say
4.9 average across 150+ reviews on Google, Yelp and Thumbtack
Automatic Gate Masters installed a pedestrian gate at our commercial property in San Francisco, and we couldn't be happier. Matt managed the project professionally.
They replaced my old gate with a beautiful, secure one. The workmanship is excellent, and customer service was top-notch from start to finish.
Automatic Gate Masters installed three new gates for us, and the workmanship is outstanding. The gates are both beautiful and secure, giving us peace of mind.
Serving the entire Bay Area
Based at our San Jose headquarters, we work across seven Bay Area counties. So pick your county to see local repair pages, permit notes and nearby projects.
See our work in action
These are real automatic gate installations across the Bay Area, filmed on the job so you can see the finished gates move.



After that, read the full project write-ups: Lafayette driveway gate, Los Altos Hills dual swing gate and Palo Alto driveway gate.
Frequently asked questions
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Tell us what your gate is doing
Whether it is a repair or a new install, you get a clear written quote before any work starts.
Call (650) 560-4646- Office hours: Mon to Fri, 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
- Who calls you back: our San Jose office, to talk through your gate and set up a visit with one of our own techs.
- Prefer to text? You can also message us on WhatsApp (510) 849-7246.
- Licensed and insured: California contractor #1060180, and also A+ rated with the BBB.












