Gate Repair in Houston, TX
Saul's Home Improvement does gate repair in Houston for wood and metal gates that sag, drag, stick, or will not latch. We fix the hinges, latch, frame, or post causing the problem, so your gate swings and closes the way it should.
Most gate problems come from four parts
A gate hangs from one side, so its weight pulls on the hinges and post every time it swings. Over time, something gives. We check all four parts before we fix anything:
- Hinges: loose screws, bent straps, or rusted pins
- Latch: out of line, so the gate will not catch
- Frame: pulled out of square and sagging on the latch side
- Post: the hinge post leaning or loose in the ground
Fixing the part that failed is often all a gate needs. If the fence next to it is leaning or broken too, we can handle fence repair on the same visit. If the gate and fence are past saving, we can build new with fence installation.
Call (832) 433-5167Common gate problems we fix in Houston
Sagging Gate That Drags the Ground
Wood gates sag as the frame pulls out of square. We square it back up and add a brace or anti-sag cable so it stays level.
Gate Will Not Latch or Close
When a gate drops or a post shifts, the latch stops lining up. We reset or move the latch so the gate catches every time.
Loose or Broken Hinges
Hinge screws work loose in wet or aging wood. We replace worn hinges with sturdy hardware sized for the gate and fasten it into solid wood.
Leaning Hinge Post
Houston's clay soil swells when wet and shrinks when dry, which can loosen posts. When the hinge post leans, the whole gate follows. We reset or replace the post.
Rusted or Stiff Metal Gate Hardware
On metal gates, rusted hinges and latches make the gate hard to open. We free up or replace the hardware and line the gate back up.
Pool Gate That Will Not Close on Its Own
A gate in a pool fence should close and latch by itself. If yours does not, tell us, and we will adjust or replace the hinges and latch so it does.
What Customers Say on Google
Erin Derry
"Saul and his team did an awesome job repairing our fence door and part of our fence. He answered all of our questions and was transparent about our options. He worked swiftly and was very professional. We plan to work with Saul on future home improvement projects as well!"
k Payne
"Saul came and replaced a section of fence. He did an excellent job! I was very pleased with his work! Would definitely recommend him!"
Rob McCutchen
"Saul removed two fallen trees, and rebuilt my fence, as well as neighbors fences, and was on time, below budget, professional, and honestly, the best contractor for home repairs that I have dealt with in all my years in Houston. I could not recommend anyone better, and I run a personnel agency. 100% HONEST & TOP NOTCH WORK, at the BEST PRICE !"
How our gate repair process works
Find what failed, fix that part, and test it with you.
- 01
Call or Send a Message
Call (832) 433-5167 or use our contact form. Tell us what the gate is doing and what it is made of.
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Look and Estimate
We check the hinges, latch, frame, and posts, then give you a free written estimate and your options.
- 03
Repair
We fix or replace the part that failed, whether that is a hinge, the latch, the frame, or the post.
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Test It With You
We swing the gate, test the latch, and make sure it closes the way you want before we leave.
Gate dragging or will not latch? Get it fixed before it pulls on the fence.
Call (832) 433-5167We repair gates across Greater Houston
Based in Houston 77084 and serving homes across the metro, including these areas.
Questions about gate repair
How much does gate repair cost in Houston?
It depends on what failed. Adjusting a latch or swapping hinges is a small job. Resetting a hinge post or rebuilding a rotted frame takes more time and material. We look at the gate first and give you a free written estimate.
Can a sagging wood gate be fixed, or do I need a new one?
Most sagging gates can be fixed if the wood is still solid. We square the frame, add a brace or anti-sag kit, and tighten or replace the hinges. If the frame is rotted or split, a new gate is often the better value, and we will tell you so.
Why does my gate stick or rub in summer?
Wood swells with moisture and shrinks as it dries, and Houston's clay soil moves posts with wet and dry spells. A gate that fit in spring can rub by August. We reset the gap between the gate and the post so it swings freely through the seasons.
Do you repair electric or automatic gate openers?
This page covers the gate itself: the frame, hinges, latch, and posts. If your gate has a motor or opener, call and tell us what is going on. We will let you know if it is a job we can take on.
Can you fix the gate and the fence at the same time?
Yes. Gate and fence problems often show up together, like a leaning post that throws off both. We look at the whole run and can repair the gate and the fence sections around it in one job.
