Fast, Reliable Gate Installation Across Hurst
Gate installation in Hurst, TX typically runs $1,800–$4,500 for residential projects, with most driveway and backyard gates completed in one to two days. We build every Hurst gate to survive Tarrant County’s expansive black clay soil and the wet-dry cycles that destroy standard footers within two years.
We’re Dennis Price and the crew at Everest Gate Repair Service Dallas Fort Worth, and we’ve been driving out to Hurst from our Irving base for eleven years. We know the 76053 and 76054 ZIP codes well — the brick ranch homes off Pipeline Road, the established neighborhoods around Hurst Hills, the properties backing up to the Trinity River greenbelt. Hurst’s houses were built solid in the 1960s through 1980s, but that aging wood stock and that relentless clay soil create gate problems that out-of-town installers miss entirely. We’ve replaced gates on Parkwood Drive, realigned posts in the West Hurst area, and installed heavy-duty operators for workshop properties throughout the city. When you call (855) 914-8517, Dennis answers directly — no dispatch center, no subcontractor shuffle.
Why Everest Gate Repair Service Dallas Fort Worth Is Hurst’s Preferred Gate Installation Company
Our Gate Installation team has completed hundreds of jobs across Tarrant County, and Hurst properties present a specific challenge we’ve learned to solve: posts that walk out of plumb. Our 707 verified reviews average 4.8 stars, with Hurst customers specifically noting that we diagnose soil and structural issues other companies skip. One homeowner on Bedford-Euless Road told us a previous installer had simply bolted a new gate to a post he could still push by hand — we dug it out and poured a 36-inch footer with rebar cage, and that gate hasn’t moved in three years.
Response time to Hurst averages under 45 minutes from our Irving location during business hours. We carry nine major brands of operator in stock — LiftMaster, FAAC, BFT, Linear, Viking, Ghost Controls, DoorKing, Elite, and Mighty Mule — so we’re not guessing at parts or ordering blind. Dennis Price personally leads every installation, which means the person quoting your job is the person pouring your footer and hanging your gate. No handoff, no excuses.
We weld, we wire, we repair. That combination matters in Hurst, where a gate installation often reveals rotted fence rails, cracked concrete, or a misaligned workshop door that needs attention while we’re on-site. We handle it in one trip.
Our Gate Installation Services in Hurst
Driveway Gate Installation
Hurst’s ranch-style homes on rectangular lots typically have a single driveway access point, and many homeowners want automated entry without sacrificing the modest curb appeal these neighborhoods are known for. We install dual swing and single swing driveway gates in steel, aluminum, and wrought iron, always pairing the operator to the actual gate weight and wind load — not just the cheapest motor that “should work.” For the longer driveways common near the Trinity River corridor, we spec slide gates on heavy-gauge track to handle the wind shear that hits during DFW spring thunderstorms. A typical residential driveway gate in Hurst runs $2,200–$4,200 installed, including operator and access controls.
Swing Gate Installation
Swing gates dominate Hurst’s older neighborhoods — they’re what the original builders installed, and they fit the scale of 1960s–80s ranch homes. But those original gates are now decades old, and the posts are often rotted at the base or pumped loose by clay heave. We don’t just hang a new gate on a failing post. Our Hurst swing gate installations start with post assessment: if we can move your 4×4 by hand, we’re pouring a new footer before the gate goes up. We installed a heavy-duty dual swing gate at a property on Parkwood Drive where the original post had been heaved 2 inches out of plumb by clay movement. Our crew used a 36-inch-deep concrete footer with rebar cage to anchor the LiftMaster LA400, ensuring the gate stays true through Tarrant County’s wet-dry cycles. Single swing gates in Hurst typically cost $1,800–$3,200; dual swing runs $2,800–$4,500.
Sliding Gate Installation
Sliding gates make sense for Hurst properties with limited swing clearance or sloped driveways — common in the hilly sections near the Hurst Hills neighborhood. The critical detail most contractors miss: track gauge and opener torque. We’ve seen too many Hurst installations where a residential-grade operator was paired with a 16-foot slide gate that catches wind like a sail. We always spec commercial-grade operators for gates over 14 feet — the FAAC 740 is our go-to for workshop and detached garage applications — with V-groove track welded to a steel frame that won’t rack under load. Sliding gate installations in Hurst range from $2,500–$4,800 depending on length and access control complexity.
Pedestrian Gate Installation
Every wood privacy fence in Hurst needs a pedestrian gate, and these are often the most neglected component — a sagging, dragging afterthought that scrapes the clay soil every summer when the ground shrinks. We build pedestrian gates with proper clearances for seasonal ground movement, using adjustable hinges and bottom rails that won’t rot from ground contact. For homes in the 76054 ZIP code near the Bellaire neighborhood, where lot sizes are tighter and side-yard access is crucial, we install narrow-profile gates with self-closing hardware that meets code without the bulk of a full automation system. Pedestrian gates in Hurst typically run $650–$1,400 installed.
Security Gate Installation
Hurst’s fully built-out character means many properties back to alleys or greenbelts, and homeowners increasingly want controlled access without the fortress aesthetic. We install security gates that match your existing fence line — often integrated with keypad, remote, or smartphone access — for residential driveways and HOA entrances alike. The security value is real, but we emphasize that any security gate in Hurst needs the same clay-soil engineering as a standard gate: a post that pumps loose is a gate that won’t latch, automate, or secure anything.
Double Gate Installation
Double gates — paired swing gates meeting at center — are common for wider driveway openings in Hurst, especially on corner lots and properties with alley access. The center meeting point is the failure point: if either post settles or heaves unevenly, the gates gap, drag, or refuse to latch. We solve this with paired footers tied to grade beams where needed, and we always install drop rods or center latches that tolerate minor seasonal movement without binding.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees — you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Trusted Brands We Service in Hurst
We carry parts and operators from nine brands — LiftMaster, FAAC, BFT, Linear, Viking, Ghost Controls, DoorKing, Elite, and Mighty Mule — and we stock the common failure items for Hurst’s climate: circuit boards that fry in summer attic heat, gearboxes that seize after ice storm moisture intrusion, and replacement arms for operators strained by wind-loaded gates. Your brand, our expertise. For Hurst customers, this means same-day completion on most installations rather than a return trip once parts arrive. We’re particularly deep on LiftMaster and FAAC inventory, since those operators handle the torque demands of Hurst’s heavier wind-rated gates without the premature failure we’ve seen with undersized residential models.
Common Gate Installation Problems We See in Hurst Homes
- Posts set in standard 24-inch footers pump loose within two years on Hurst’s expansive clay, requiring a deep-pour reset before the new gate works reliably. We pour 36-inch minimum footers with rebar cage — the only method we’ve found that survives Tarrant County’s wet-dry cycles.
- Ranch-style homes with long driveways often need heavy-gauge slide gates, but contractors undersize the track and opener for the wind load during DFW thunderstorms. We size for the gust, not the calm day.
- Oversized workshop doors on acreage properties are paired with underpowered residential openers; we always spec a commercial-grade operator like the FAAC 740 for gates over 14 feet, preventing the stripped gears and burned motors that require callbacks.
- Original cedar or pine gate posts from the 1970s and 1980s have reached end-of-life, with rotted bottom rails and seized hinges that make simple “gate replacement” quotes dishonest. We inspect and quote the full structural repair, not just the visible gate panel.
Pricing for Gate Installation in Hurst, TX
Here’s what gate installation costs in Hurst’s market, based on our 2024–2025 jobs across the 76053 and 76054 ZIP codes:
| Gate Type | Typical Range | What’s Included |
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| Pedestrian gate (wood, manual) | $650 – $1,400 | Post, frame, hardware, install |
| Single swing driveway gate (automated) | $2,200 – $3,200 | Gate, operator, one access device, install |
| Dual swing driveway gate (automated) | $2,800 – $4,500 | Gates, dual operator or single with arm, access controls, install |
| Sliding gate (automated, residential) | $2,500 – $4,200 | Gate, track, operator, install |
| Sliding gate (heavy-duty/commercial) | $3,800 – $6,500 | Steel frame, commercial operator, extended track, install |
| Post reset/footer (per post) | $450 – $850 | Excavation, 36″ footer with rebar, reset |
What moves the needle: gate material (steel costs more than wood), access control complexity (keypad, remote, smartphone integration), and whether we need to reset existing posts or pour new footers. Every Hurst installation gets a free on-site estimate — Dennis Price visits personally, probes the soil conditions, and gives you a fixed quote before work begins. Call (855) 914-8517 to schedule.
We Also Serve Cities Near Hurst
Our service radius covers the full Mid-Cities area. We regularly install and repair gates in Bedford just to the east, Richland Hills and North Richland Hills to the north, and Colleyville to the northeast. Each city has its own soil conditions, building eras, and common failure modes — we adjust our footers, materials, and operators accordingly.
Serving Hurst, TX — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Hurst area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage — if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs — Gate Installation in Hurst
Gate posts in Hurst need 36-inch-deep concrete footers with rebar cage minimum — standard 24-inch footers fail within two years on Tarrant County’s expansive black clay. The clay swells upward and laterally during spring rains, then shrinks and settles through summer drought, gradually pumping any shallow post loose. We pour to 36 inches with #4 rebar tied in a cage, and for heavy automated gates we sometimes go deeper or add a grade beam. Call (855) 914-8517 and we’ll assess your specific soil conditions — estimates are free.
We spec the FAAC 740 or equivalent commercial-grade operator for any Hurst workshop gate over 14 feet — residential openers simply don’t have the torque or duty cycle. The FAAC 740 handles continuous operation, high wind loads, and the weight of steel-framed industrial gates common on workshop properties. We pair it with heavy-gauge V-groove track welded to a steel frame that won’t rack under load. For an exact recommendation on your workshop setup, call (855) 914-8517 — Dennis Price will measure your opening and quote the right operator.
Yes — we install swing gates with raked bottoms or convert to sliding gates for steep slopes, depending on your specific grade and clearance. Hurst’s older neighborhoods, particularly in the Hurst Hills area, have driveways that settled unevenly over decades, and a standard bottom-clearance gate will scrape or gap seasonally. We measure the full slope range and build for the worst-case summer shrink condition. Call (855) 914-8517 for a site evaluation — we’ll show you both options and price them out.
A security gate adds controlled access and deterrence, but the decision depends on your property layout and concerns — many Hurst homeowners with alley access or greenbelt backing find the investment worthwhile. We integrate keypad, remote, or smartphone access without the industrial aesthetic, matching your existing fence line. The critical detail: any security gate in Hurst needs the same clay-soil engineering as a standard gate, or it won’t secure anything once the post pumps loose. Call (855) 914-8517 and we’ll walk your property with you.
Most residential gate installations in Hurst are completed in one to two days — single day for pedestrian gates and simple swing replacements, two days for automated driveway gates with access controls or any required post resets. The variable is footer work: if we’re pouring new 36-inch footers, we need the concrete to set before hanging the gate and operator. We schedule accordingly and rarely need a third day unless we’re coordinating with other trades. Call (855) 914-8517 for a timeline based on your specific project — estimates are free.
Written by Dennis Price, Owner at Everest Gate Repair Service Dallas Fort Worth, serving Hurst and the Mid-Cities since 2013.