Plano · Collin County
Electric Gate Installation in Plano, TX
Electric gate installation in Plano with the electrical side planned properly: where the power comes from, how it is protected, and what happens when the power goes out. Those decisions affect reliability more than the operator brand does.
- Licensed & Insured
- 16+ Years Experience
- Open 24/7
- Residential & Commercial
Electric Gate Installation in Plano: what we see
Most Plano electric gates are powered from the house or from a dedicated circuit near the drive. We check the distance and the cable size so the operator gets the voltage it needs at the far end, and we put the low-voltage control wiring in conduit, away from irrigation lines, so a sprinkler repair years from now does not cut it.
Power outages during Plano storms are the reason we recommend battery backup on almost every new electric gate. DC operators with a battery can keep running for many cycles without mains power, and some can be set to open and stay open when the battery runs low. We also add surge protection on the supply and on the loop and keypad leads, which are often what lets a lightning surge reach the control board.
Real jobs nearby
Our nearest documented jobs to Plano
Work our technicians have documented, each shown under the city it was in.
LiftMasterFrisco, TXresidentialHis Eagle 2000 Was 24 Years Old. We Told Him It Did Not Have to Go.
Gary’s operator was two decades old but the real faults were the wheels and chain. He upgraded anyway — for the battery backup and the warranty, not because we condemned it.
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LiftMasterDallas, TXresidentialA Refurbished Opener Fitted as a Cost Saving. It Was Not Right for the Gate.
A new homeowner called on a Sunday. The previous owner’s contractor had fitted a refurbished unit that was never suited to the gate it was moving.
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LiftMasterDallas, TXresidentialAn Ageing GTO Opener Replaced with a LiftMaster LA400
The customer wanted a modern operator with battery backup and a safety sensor on an existing wrought-iron swing gate.
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On video
Gate jobs near Plano on video
Filmed on our own jobs, each marked with its city: Frisco (12 mi), Dallas (17 mi).
When it is time for electric gate installation
- Replacing a gate that keeps failingWorth checking the posts and footings before spending on a new gate
- Automating an existing manual gateGate weight and hinge condition determine which operator is viable
- New build or new drivewayBest time to run conduit and set footings properly
- Upgrading to access controlOperator and access system need to be specified together
Our recent electric gate installation work
Photos from our technicians' recent jobs across Dallas–Fort Worth.
Customer testimonials
What our customers say
Customers across Dallas–Fort Worth, filmed at their own gates. We bring the same team to Plano.
Areas we cover in Plano
- West Plano
- Willow Bend
- Legacy West
- Deerfield
- Kings Ridge
- Prestonwood
- Whiffletree
Electric Gate Installation in Plano: questions
Can an electric gate in Plano run on solar power?
Yes, for a low-traffic driveway gate with good sun exposure. A busy gate or one under heavy tree cover is better on mains power with battery backup. We work out the daily cycle count before recommending solar.
Will my electric gate work during a power cut?
With battery backup, yes, for a number of cycles that depends on the operator and the gate weight. Without it, you will need to use the manual release, which we show you at handover.
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Gate Not Working Right Now?
We answer the phone 24/7. If you are stuck, call and we will talk you through the manual release before anyone arrives. See what counts as a gate emergency.