Gate repair and replacement

A gate that drags on the ground or won't latch properly turns your fence into a headache. You might be propping it shut or lifting it to get it closed. When you call about a gate repair, you are usually dealing with a sagging frame, a shifted post, or hardware that has worked loose from years of use and weather exposure.

We start by checking the gate post for rot or movement. If the post is solid, we replace worn hinges with galvanized steel strap hinges and reset the latch. For a sagging gate, we install a tension cable or reinforce the frame with a diagonal brace. We use a level to plumb the gate and adjust the hinges until it swings freely and latches cleanly.

The job varies with the gate's size, weight, and material. A heavy solid-wood gate needs stronger hinges and a deeper post set in concrete. Access matters: if we have to dig out a broken post near a patio or flower bed, the work takes longer. The condition of the existing fence and whether the gate must match a custom pattern also affect the time and materials.

On the day, we bring all tools and materials and protect the ground around the post hole with a tarp. We dig, set new posts in concrete, and let it cure before hanging the gate. We clear away all debris and old hardware. You need to keep kids and pets away from the work area. After we leave, wait 24 hours before using the gate heavily.