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Most residential gate installation in Georgetown, TX runs between $1,800 and $6,500 in 2026, with a typical single-swing automatic gate landing near $3,400. A basic manual driveway gate usually costs $900 to $2,200, while a commercial-grade slide gate with a heavy-duty operator can reach $8,000 to $15,000. Those ranges cover the gate, hardware, and operator together, and the written on-site estimate sets the final price.
Key Takeaways
- Manual swing gate installed: roughly $900-$2,200
- Automatic single-swing gate installed: roughly $2,200-$6,500
- Automatic slide gate with commercial operator: roughly $5,000-$15,000
- Operator brand, gate weight, and power access move the number more than gate style
- Free on-site estimates, and we answer 24/7 at (833) 408-4022
We’re a gate-only operation. Installation, repair, and electric gate repair are the three things we do, so the pricing below reflects what a dedicated specialist actually quotes in Georgetown rather than what a general contractor pads a side job to cover.
Gate Installation Cost Breakdown (2026)
Gate pricing splits into four buckets: the gate itself, the operator, the access control, and the installation work around the posts and power. Here’s how those pieces usually price out in the Georgetown market.
| Line Item | Typical 2026 Range |
|---|---|
| Manual swing gate, single leaf, installed | $900-$2,200 |
| Manual double swing gate, installed | $1,600-$3,800 |
| Automatic single swing gate with residential operator | $2,200-$6,500 |
| Automatic double swing gate with residential operator | $3,800-$9,500 |
| Automatic slide gate with residential operator | $4,000-$8,500 |
| Commercial slide gate with commercial operator (DoorKing, FAAC, BFT) | $8,000-$15,000 |
| Residential operator alone (Mighty Mule, Ghost Controls, Linear) | $650-$1,800 |
| Commercial operator alone (FAAC, BFT, DoorKing, Elite) | $1,900-$5,500 |
| Access control add-ons (keypad, remote receiver, loop detector, safety sensors) | $250-$1,400 |
| Conduit and low-voltage wiring run to the operator | $350-$1,200 |
| Post setting, footing, and gate mounting labor | $400-$1,500 |
What pushes a Georgetown install up? Operator brand is the biggest single lever. A Mighty Mule or Ghost Controls system on a light residential gate sits at the low end; a FAAC, BFT, or DoorKing setup for a property that needs to cycle hundreds of times a day sits at the top. Gate weight and width are next, a 16-foot slide gate needs a heavier operator, a longer track, and more footing than a 4-foot pedestrian gate. Power access matters more than most homeowners expect. If a gate needs a new trench and conduit run from an existing circuit, add $350 to $1,200 to the job. And if the gate has to integrate with an existing entry system, phone entry, or access-controlled lot, that wiring and programming is its own line item.
What pulls it down? A manual gate with no operator at all is the cheapest path. A gate that reuses existing posts and hardware saves the footing labor. And a straight replacement of an operator on a gate that’s already there is a repair job, not an install, which is the more affordable route whenever the gate panels are sound.
What Affects Gate Installation Pricing in Georgetown
- Operator brand and grade. Residential operators like Mighty Mule, Ghost Controls, and Linear are built for a gate used a few times a day. Commercial operators from DoorKing, FAAC, BFT, and Elite cost more up front but hold up under heavy cycling. Choosing a residential unit for a commercial gate shortens its life and costs more in the long run.
- Gate material and weight. A light aluminum single swing is easy on the operator and the footing. An ornamental steel double drive gate, or a solid cedar gate on a ranch property outside the city limits, needs a heavier operator, larger hinges, and deeper post footings.
- Power and conduit. Georgetown properties on larger lots often need the operator’s low-voltage run extended a good distance from the house. The longer the run and the more trenching involved, the more the labor adds. Solar operator options exist for gates too far from power, and they’re a different cost structure worth discussing at the estimate.
- Access control and safety devices. A keypad, remote receiver, vehicle loop, and safety photo-eye set are each a line item. Safety sensors aren’t optional on an automatic gate, and any install quote should include them.
- Gate style and swing vs. slide. Sliding gates need more hardware, a track, and a wider clear opening. Swing gates are simpler but need room to swing and heavier posts if the gate is automated. The design decision drives the price as much as the operator.
- Permits and HOA review. Most cities require a permit for a new gate and operator, and Georgetown HOAs often require a design review before work starts. We don’t quote permit fees as a fixed amount, but ask your city’s building department and your HOA before you schedule, so the estimate reflects what your property actually needs.
How to Save on Gate Installation
The biggest savings come before you pick an operator. Get the gate design right first and choose an operator sized for how often the gate will actually be used, rather than an oversized commercial unit on a low-traffic residential gate. That single decision is often worth more than any other.
Reuse what’s sound. If your existing posts are plumb, solid, and correctly footed, a new gate can often be mounted on them, which removes footing labor from the job. If the gate panels are in good shape and only the operator has failed, a repair or operator replacement can save thousands over a full install. Our gate repair in Georgetown work handles that path all the time.
Bundle the access control at install. Adding a keypad, remotes, and safety sensors during the install is cheaper than adding them in a second visit. Do the trench and conduit once.
Get more than one estimate, and ask each company to itemize the gate, operator, access control, and labor separately. That way you’re comparing the same scope. Our on-site estimate is free and itemized, and we’ll tell you when a repair is the better spend than a new install.
One more tip: choose a brand we can service. That sounds self-serving, but the practical version is this: pick an operator from a brand your gate specialist knows well, so future repairs are fast and don’t require guesswork. We’re trained on LiftMaster, FAAC, BFT, Linear, Viking, Ghost Controls, DoorKing, Elite, and Mighty Mule, which covers nearly every operator a Georgetown homeowner or property manager is likely to own.
FAQs – Gate Installation Cost
How much does a basic automatic gate cost in Georgetown?
Roughly $2,200 to $6,500 for a single-swing automatic gate installed with a residential operator, and $3,800 to $9,500 for a double swing. The operator brand and any power/conduit work are the biggest variables. Call (833) 408-4022 for an exact quote; estimates are free.
Is it cheaper to repair my gate or install a new one?
Repair is usually cheaper than a full install when the gate panels, posts, and wiring are sound and only the operator or hardware has failed. An operator replacement typically runs $650 to $1,800 on the residential side, versus $2,200 and up for a full install. The picture changes if the posts are failing or the gate has structural damage. A quick on-site look settles it, and the estimate is free.
What’s the difference in cost between a manual gate and an automatic gate?
An automatic gate adds roughly $1,300 to $4,500 on top of a manual gate, mostly for the operator, access control, and safety sensors. A manual single swing gate runs $900 to $2,200 installed; automate the same gate and you’re at $2,200 to $6,500. Call (833) 408-4022 to talk through which fits your property.
Do I need a permit to install a gate in Georgetown?
Most cities require a permit for a new gate and operator, and specific permit fees vary, so ask the City of Georgetown building department before scheduling. Georgetown HOAs often require a design review too. We’ll work with what your property requires, and the on-site estimate reflects the actual scope. For a closer look at how we handle local jobs, see our Georgetown gate service page.
Can I install a gate operator myself?
We don’t recommend it. Automatic gate operators involve 120V or 240V power, moving panels that can crush, and slide gates that can come off their track when poorly mounted. Those are the three genuine safety hazards on any gate, and each one deserves a trained professional. A miswired operator or a gate that runs off its track is a real injury risk. Have it installed correctly the first time. Call (833) 408-4022.
How long does gate installation take?
A manual swing gate is often a single-day install. An automatic gate usually takes one to two days depending on post work, trenching, and access control. Complex commercial slide gates and gates requiring new power runs take longer. The written estimate gives you a realistic timeline for your property.
What Happens When You Call
You call (833) 408-4022 and describe the property: gate size, swing or slide, manual or automated, and whether power is nearby. We answer 24/7. Fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday. A technician arrives on site, measures the opening, checks the footing and power, and gives you a written, itemized estimate at no charge. The price is set per job by that estimate, and there’s no diagnostic fee to get there.
Our technicians have up to 13 years of experience, and every one of them works on gates only. Whether your operator is a Mighty Mule or a commercial FAAC system, we know it, and we’ll tell you plainly whether your property wants a repair, an operator replacement, or a full new install.
Why Choose a Gate Specialist for Installation
Gate installs go wrong in predictable places: footings set too shallow for the gate weight, operators sized for the wrong duty cycle, wiring that passes inspection but fails in a year, and safety sensors left off because they added cost. A generalist who installs one gate a month won’t spot those. We install and repair gates every day, across both residential DIY-grade operators and commercial-grade systems, and that focus is why the install is right the first time.
We’re brand-fluent across LiftMaster, FAAC, BFT, Linear, Viking, Ghost Controls, DoorKing, Elite, and Mighty Mule. We’re independent, which means we recommend the operator that fits your gate and budget, not the one with the best incentive. From a manual garden gate to a high-traffic commercial slide gate, the same discipline applies.
Ready for a Free Gate Installation Estimate?
Call (833) 408-4022. We answer 24/7. Fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday. We’ll measure your opening, size the right operator, and hand you a written, itemized estimate at no charge. If a repair or operator replacement is the better spend, we’ll tell you that too. Licensed and insured, and a dedicated gate specialist, not a side job.
Pricing reflects the Georgetown market as of 2026. Gate Repair Georgetown offers free estimates – call (833) 408-4022.
Written by the team at Gate Repair Georgetown.
What Our Customers Say
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- Veronica Rodriguez"Hinge post had rotted at the base and the whole swing gate was sagging into the concrete. He rebuilt the post rather than talking us into a whole new gate, which two other companies had pushed for."
- Luis Vargas"Gate stopped halfway and sat there for two days blocking the driveway. He found a dead capacitor in the operator, swapped it, and we were moving cars again in under an hour."
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