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Shield Gate Repair

Grapevine · Tarrant County

Swing Gate Installation in Grapevine, TX

Swing gate installation in Grapevine for wrought iron driveway gates and pedestrian gates. Posts, footings and hardware are planned for the site so the gate stays level and rust stays out of the hinges.

  • Licensed & Insured
  • 16+ Years Experience
  • Open 24/7
  • Residential & Commercial

Swing Gate Installation in Grapevine: what we see

Wrought iron swing gates are the leading residential type in Grapevine, and they suit both the historic township streets and newer neighborhoods. Two local factors shape the installation. Near Grapevine Lake, hinges, brackets and fasteners face constant damp, so hardware choice and finish matter. On older properties, existing walls, trees and drive layouts limit where hinge posts and operators can go, and the swing path has to clear steps, cars and landscaping.

We set hinge posts on footings sized for the leaf and the soil, specify sealed or corrosion-resistant hinges where moisture is a factor, and choose an operator rated for the leaf length and weight. Arms are positioned for a full swing within the space available. Photo eyes and edges follow UL 325 and ASTM F2200. We confirm what the city and your HOA require, including any historic district design questions, before work starts. We install swing gates from Original Town to Silver Lake.

On video

Gate jobs near Grapevine on video

Filmed on our own jobs, each marked with its city: Dallas (20 mi), Frisco (21 mi).

When it is time for swing 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

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Our recent swing gate installation work

Photos from our technicians' recent jobs across Dallas–Fort Worth.

  • A pair of black steel swing gates with operator arms, closed across a paver driveway in front of a tile-roofed house
  • Double spear-top steel swing gates with an operator arm on each leaf, between white brick pillars
  • A single arched black steel swing gate with an operator arm, in the drive between two houses
  • A solar-powered swing gate operator on a black steel driveway gate beside a brick house
  • A black steel swing gate with its arm operator fitted beside a brick garage
  • Double iron swing gates standing open on their arm operators between rendered pillars

Customer testimonials

What our customers say

Customers across Dallas–Fort Worth, filmed at their own gates. We bring the same team to Grapevine.

Areas we cover in Grapevine

  • Historic Grapevine Township
  • College Street Historic District
  • Original Town
  • Dove Creek
  • Silver Lake
  • Heritage Oaks

Swing Gate Installation in Grapevine: questions

What hardware lasts best on a swing gate near the lake?

Hardware made to resist corrosion: galvanized or stainless fasteners, sealed bearing hinges and a well-prepared, properly coated finish on the iron. Cheaper hinges and plain steel fasteners rust quickly in damp air and add friction that the operator then has to fight. We specify hardware for the conditions and show you what basic maintenance keeps it in good shape.

Can a swing gate be automated later if we install it manually now?

Yes, if it is planned for. We can set posts and footings strong enough for an operator, lay conduit for power and controls, and leave mounting points so automation can be added without rework. That saves digging up the drive or replacing posts when you decide to automate the gate.

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.

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