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Most gate repairs in Converse run $180 to $650 depending on whether it’s a hinge, a motor, or a post that has heaved out of plumb on the Blackland Prairie clay. We get to most Converse homes the same day you call, and the price is quoted and agreed before any work starts. Hal Gatewood answers the phone himself at (877) 610-2993, and if the gate can be repaired, that’s what we do: repair it, in your driveway, with welding gear in the truck.
Why Converse Homes Are Different
Converse sits on Blackland Prairie clay, and that clay doesn’t sit still. Wet winters make it swell; baked summers shrink it back. Gate posts set in that soil heave and tilt, which is why most sagging gates in Converse are a post problem before they’re a hinge problem. We’ve realigned more posts in Palm Meadows and Northampton than we can count, and the fix usually means digging out, re-setting, and adding concrete, not slapping shims under a hinge.
The housing stock compounds the issue. Most of Converse is 1990s-to-2010s tract homes, and those gates are now 15 to 25 years old. Hinges that were fine in 2005 are rusted through in 2026, and the hard water around San Antonio accelerates that corrosion on exposed metal hardware. Add in the fact that many homes near Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph are rentals that cycle through military tenants, and you get gates with a patchwork of past fixes: mismatched hinges, wire-and-zip-tie latch workarounds, and multiple paint-overs hiding a frame that’s been bent for years.
Converse sits immediately adjacent to Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, creating one of the densest concentrations of military-family rental housing in the San Antonio metro. Absentee landlords on out-of-state orders routinely inherit neglected gates after each PCS cycle, typically peaking in early summer, making deferred-maintenance gate repair a defining, recurring demand pattern here that neighboring cities don’t see at the same volume or predictability.
Gate Repair in Converse
Gate repair in Converse typically costs between $180 and $650, with most hinge, latch, and alignment jobs landing in the $180 to $340 range. We answer calls with a live person 24 hours a day, and we dispatch from our San Antonio office to keep response times short in the 78109 zip. The person who quotes your repair is the same person who shows up with the welder.
Electric Gate Repair
Electric gate repair in Converse usually means diagnosing an operator that trips a breaker, throws error codes, or opens halfway and stops. A typical repair runs $220 to $520. We service nine major brands, including FAAC, Linear, and Viking. Older builder-grade operators in Converse’s 1990s and 2000s subdivisions often fail because the original install skipped a dedicated circuit and pulled power from a shared outdoor outlet. We find the electrical cause before we swap anything.
Hinge & Post Repair
Hinge and post repair in Converse is the work we do most often. A gate sags in the hinge post, not in the middle, and that’s where we start. On the Blackland Prairie clay, posts heave and tilt every winter as the soil swells. We cut out rotted or bent hinge mounts, weld new plate steel where needed, and reset posts with concrete that actually holds. Typical hinge work runs $150 to $400; a full post reset runs $350 to $800 depending on access and footing depth.
Automatic Gate Realignment
Gate realignment in Converse is the fix for a gate that drags on the driveway or won’t latch. It runs $140 to $350 and usually takes less than two hours. A gate that drags in July was probably binding quietly since February. On rack and pinion slide gates, that misalignment shows up first as worn teeth and noisy travel. We realign the gate, then fix the wear. For more on our full range of work, see our Gate Repair page.
Why do so many gates in Converse rental homes near JBSA-Randolph need realignment instead of just a hinge replacement?
Because the post has moved, not just the hinge. On Converse’s expansive clay, a post that tilts even a few degrees throws the whole gate frame out of true. Replacing a hinge on a tilted post means the new hinge bends the same way in a few months. We reset the post and realign the frame, then the hardware holds. Call (877) 610-2993 for an exact quote; estimates are free.
My new home in Converse came with a gate that was installed manually. Can we add automation without tearing up the driveway?
Yes, in most cases. If the gate is on a concrete slab, we core through the slab for the operator post and run conduit for the safety photocells and the power feed. Many Converse homes never had conduit run when the gate was built, which is exactly why retrofit jobs need someone who knows what’s under the ground. We handle the power run, the safety edges, and the programming. Call (877) 610-2993 for a free estimate.
Gate Installation in Converse
Gate installation in Converse typically runs $1,400 to $6,200 depending on whether you’re adding automation to an existing manual gate or starting from open ground with new posts and conduit. Most jobs we do in the 78109 zip take one to three days, and we schedule around PCS move-ins because half of Converse works on a military calendar, not a contractor’s calendar. The person who quotes your gate is the same person who stands there when it swings for the first time.
Driveway Gate Installation
Driveway gates in Converse’s 1990s-2010s tract subdivisions are usually swing-style, set in concrete slabs that have settled unevenly over 15 to 25 years. A new driveway gate starts with the hinge posts, not the panels. If those posts have heaved on the clay, no amount of panel adjustment holds. A single swing driveway gate with a manual latch starts around $1,400 to $2,600.
Sliding Gate Installation
Sliding gates on Converse properties need two things most builders skip: a straight, settled track and a power run that doesn’t cross the driveway at grade like an afterthought. Older tracts here rarely have the right conduit stubbed out. We run it, bury it, and set the operator where it won’t get clipped by a delivery truck. A double swing or sliding driveway gate with a new operator, safety photocells, and keypad entry typically lands between $3,200 and $6,200.
Automation Retrofit
Adding a motor to a manual gate in Converse usually means we’re also fixing what wasn’t done right the first time. Most of these subdivisions never had a dedicated conduit run to the gate when the house went up. If the gate exists and we’re adding automation only, expect $1,800 to $3,400. We pull wire properly, set the operator, and install fresh UL 325 safety photocells. For more details, visit our Gate Installation page.
Why do gate posts in Converse move so much that a new operator won’t stay aligned?
Converse sits on Blackland Prairie’s expansive clay, which swells in wet winters and contracts during baked summers. Shallow post footings, common in 1990s-2010s tract construction, heave and tilt through that cycle. The fix is excavating below the active clay zone and pouring deeper, wider footings before the gate and operator go on. That’s standard on our installations in the 78109 zip. Call (877) 610-2993 and we’ll come look at your site.
The previous military tenant left a solar gate opener on the driveway gate. Is that enough for UL 325 compliance in Converse?
Usually not. Solar openers installed without a loop detector, photocell, or safety edge fail UL 325 because they cannot detect a person in the gate’s path. That’s a safety problem for anyone with kids or delivery drivers. We’ll inspect what’s there, tell you what’s missing, and bring it into compliance. The inspection is free inside the county. Call (877) 610-2993.
Gate Motor & Opener in Converse
Gate motor repair in Converse usually costs between $190 and $480 depending on whether we’re replacing a control board, a gear assembly, or the whole operator head. Most calls get a live answer and a same-day or next-day visit, because a gate stuck halfway across the driveway isn’t a problem you can sleep on. Our crew knows the subdivisions between Kitty Hawk Road and Lower Seguin Road, and we’ve seen what Blackland Prairie clay does to every brand of opener.
Motor Repair
Most Converse motor repairs we do are on builder-grade units installed when these 1990s-2010s tract homes were built. After enough summer thunderstorm brownouts, the control board gives up and the gate stops mid-travel. We swap the board, test the capacitor, and check the gear assembly for wear before we call it done. A typical control board replacement runs $220 to $340 in Converse, and a full gear and board rebuild usually lands around $350 to $480.
Motor Installation
Adding a motor to a manual gate in Converse usually means we’re also fixing what wasn’t done right the first time. Most of these subdivisions never had a dedicated conduit run to the gate when the house went up, so we pull wire properly, set the operator, and install fresh UL 325 safety photocells. A full single-swing operator installation in Converse typically runs $1,100 to $1,800, including the operator, mounting, conduit, and safety devices.
Slide Motor Service
Slide gates on Converse rental properties near JBSA-Randolph are the ones we get called about most in early summer, right after PCS season. A tenant moves out, the landlord looks at the gate for the first time in three years, and the rack is packed with grit. We pull the motor, clean and realign the rack, replace the chain or pinion if it’s worn, and test the safety loop. Slide motor service in Converse usually runs $250 to $500 for repair work and $1,400 to $2,200 for a full replacement with new safety edges. For more on motor work, see our Gate Motor & Opener page.
Why does my gate opener in Converse keep tripping the safety photocell after a rainstorm?
Because Blackland Prairie clay swells when it gets wet, and the gate post shifts enough that the photocell beam goes out of alignment. The fix is clearing the beam line, re-aligning the sensor pair, and often re-anchoring the post so it stops moving every time the ground gets wet. We handle this constantly in Converse, especially in the older tracts off Schaefer Road. Call (877) 610-2993 for an exact quote; estimates are free.
My builder-grade opener is only five years old but sounds like it’s grinding. Is that normal in Converse?
No. Grinding on a five-year-old opener in Converse usually means a post has heaved out of plumb and the rack or chain is binding against the gear. The opener is working harder every cycle. We fix the post footing first, then replace whatever gears got chewed up. It’s the standard repair pattern for gates in 78109 subdivisions, and it’s why we always check post alignment before bolting on a new motor. Call (877) 610-2993.
Gate Access Control in Converse
Gate access control in Converse typically runs $280 to $650 for a keypad or phone entry retrofit on an existing opener, and $900 to $2,400 when we’re adding automation to a gate that was installed manual. Most jobs in the 78109 zip code are done the same week we quote them. We know the tract homes off Kitty Hawk Road, the newer subdivisions around FM 1516, and the rental pockets near JBSA-Randolph where a gate has cycled through four tenants and picked up somebody’s idea of a fix along the way.
Keypad Entry
Keypad entry is the workhorse of Converse gate access control. We install wired and wireless keypads on existing swing and slide operators, and we program them so they actually hold their codes through a Texas summer. In Converse’s newer subdivisions, plenty of homes came with builder-grade keypads that were never weather-sealed properly. A standalone keypad entry retrofit in Converse runs $280 to $450 including the keypad, wiring, and programming to your existing opener.
Phone Entry
Phone entry lets you open the gate from your cell phone, which is a real upgrade for Converse homeowners who have a rental gate or a long driveway. We add cellular-based systems that work with your existing operator, so you don’t have to run new conduit or dig up the yard. If you’ve got a property manager or a tenant, phone entry means you can grant and revoke access without a physical keypad code floating around after every PCS cycle. Phone entry systems run $500 to $900 depending on whether you want a cellular unit or a Wi-Fi bridge.
Card Reader Systems
Card readers suit Converse properties that need audit-level access, like a gate serving multiple units or a home-based business. We install RFID and key fob readers tied to your opener, and we run the wiring clean through existing conduit where it’s usable. Converse’s clay soil makes underground wire runs a pain if the original conduit collapsed, which is why we prefer surface-run, weather-shielded lines where the slab or the soil won’t cooperate. Card readers land around $400 to $750 per reader installed. For more access control options, visit our Gate Access Control page.
Why does my gate access keypad stop working after heavy rain in Converse?
Heavy rain saturates Converse’s clay soil and causes the gate post to move, which throws the gate out of plumb and breaks the close limit alignment. That’s the most common reason a keypad stops registering a closed gate after a storm. Second is water intrusion into a builder-grade keypad that was never sealed for outdoor weather. We replace those with weather-tight units and verify the post is stable before programming. Call (877) 610-2993 for a free estimate.
Can I add phone entry to my existing gate operator in Converse?
Yes, in most cases you can add phone entry to an existing operator without replacing the motor. We tie a cellular or Wi-Fi receiver into the operator’s open input and program it to your phone. The exception is some builder-grade operators from the late 1990s and early 2000s that lack a spare input or have a control board too old to accept new hardware. We’ll tell you honestly which side your system falls on. Call (877) 610-2993.
Gate Parts & Welding in Converse
Most gate problems in Converse don’t require a whole new gate. They need a hinge replaced, a post re-set, or a weld done properly. Gatewood Fence & Gate has been doing exactly that since 2001, and we do the welding right in your driveway instead of hauling your gate off to some shop you’ll never see. If you live anywhere in the 78109 zip code, from the subdivisions north of FM 78 down to the newer streets south of Gibbs Sprawl Road, we bring the welder to you.
Hinge Replacement
Hinges fail before most other hardware on a gate, especially in Converse where hard water accelerates oxidation on exposed metal. A hinge that’s seized or worn thin lets the gate drop, and then the latch stops lining up. We carry heavy-duty hinges for residential driveway gates and match the original mounting pattern so we’re not drilling a second set of holes into a post that’s already seen better days. Most hinge replacements in Converse run $185 to $320 per hinge depending on the gate weight and whether the post needs re-plumbing.
Post Replacement
The clay soils under Converse expand and contract through wet winters and baked summers, and that movement works gate posts loose over time. A post that’s heaved an inch out of plumb makes every other repair temporary. We dig out the old concrete, set the post with enough depth to survive the next dry spell, and re-hang the gate so it swings clean. We do the concrete work ourselves, so you’re not waiting on a second contractor. Post replacement in Converse typically runs $400 to $850 depending on post size, depth, and whether we’re working around a sprinkler line.
Custom Welding
Some gates need a factory part that hasn’t been made since 2009. That’s where our on-site custom welding comes in. We fabricate brackets, repair cracked joints, build up worn latch points, and modify gates for new automation hardware without sending your gate to some remote fab shop. The weld happens in your driveway, so you watch it get done and know it’s real steel holding your gate together. Custom welding rates in Converse run $95 to $150 per hour plus materials, and we quote the whole job before the first arc strikes. For more on parts and welding, see our Gate Parts & Welding page.
Can you come out for an emergency gate repair in Converse at night?
Yes. A gate stuck open at night is a real problem, especially for homeowners here who’ve dealt with theft. Our phone is answered by a live person around the clock, and we’ll schedule an emergency visit for a gate that’s jammed open, fallen off its hinges, or blocking your driveway. Call (877) 610-2993 and you’ll reach someone who can help.
Does your warranty cover work done in Converse?
Every job we do in Converse carries our 90-Day Done Right Promise in writing. If a weld cracks, a hinge fails, or a post shifts inside 90 days, one phone call brings Hal back to make it right. No fine print, no “that’s not covered” runaround. The promise is stamped on the invoice.
Brands We Service in Converse
We stock parts and carry diagnostic tools for FAAC, BFT, Linear, and Viking operators, plus five additional major brands. Most common control boards, gear assemblies, and safety sensors are on the truck, which means one visit instead of two. For the full list of brands we cover, see our brands page.
Pricing for Gate Repair in Converse, TX
| Service | Typical Range in Converse |
|---|---|
| Hinge replacement (single gate) | $150 - $400 |
| Hinge replacement (per hinge, parts & labor) | $185 - $320 |
| Gate realignment | $140 - $350 |
| Latch and lock replacement | $140 - $300 |
| Electric gate / opener motor repair | $220 - $520 |
| Automatic gate repair (control/sensor) | $190 - $450 |
| Control board replacement | $220 - $340 |
| Motor gear and board rebuild | $350 - $480 |
| Post realignment / concrete reset | $350 - $800 |
| Post replacement | $400 - $850 |
| Single swing operator installation | $1,100 - $1,800 |
| Full operator replacement (swing or slide) | $1,400 - $2,200 |
What pushes a Converse job toward the high end: deep clay excavation for post footings, trenching new conduit where the original builder skipped it, and repairing gates with multiple layers of deferred maintenance from rental turnover. The price we quote is the price you pay, agreed in writing before any work starts. No trip charge inside the county, $40 off any repair over $200, and a permanent 10% discount for seniors and veterans.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Converse
We run calls all over Converse, from the ranch-style streets north of Loop 1604 to the tight subdivisions off FM 1516. Typical response time in Converse is same day, because we’re already in the area most weeks. If you call before noon, odds are good we can get eyes on your gate before dinner.
- Palm Meadows
- Northampton
- Cimarron
- Copperfield
- Autumn Run
Service Area - Cities Near Converse
We work throughout the San Antonio metro without adding trip charges inside the county. If you’re near Converse, TX, Windcrest, TX, Universal City, TX, Kirby, TX, Live Oak, TX, or Selma, TX, the same crew that knows your clay soil and your tract-home gate problems covers your neighborhood too. Dispatch and scheduling are coordinated from our San Antonio office; crews serve Converse locally.
Serving Converse, TX - Our Local Coverage Area
Gatewood Fence & Gate crews serve Converse and the communities around it; dispatch is coordinated from our San Antonio office. The map shows the Converse coverage area; if your address is on it, we can help.
Also serving nearby: Converse, TX, Windcrest, TX, Universal City, TX, Kirby, TX, Live Oak, TX, Selma, TX.
FAQs About Gate Repair in Converse
We can usually be at a Converse home the same day you call, especially for a gate that won’t close or a post that’s pulled away from the fence. Emergency calls in the 78109 area get priority, and a live person answers the phone 24/7. Call (877) 610-2993 and we’ll give you a straight answer on the window we can make.
Most residential gate repairs in Converse don’t trigger a permit, but full replacements and new automation sometimes do, especially if you’re altering the fence line or adding electrical conduit. We know the local requirements and will tell you upfront if your job needs paperwork. If it does, we handle the details so you don’t have to chase it down at City Hall.
Pricing in Converse tracks the broader San Antonio metro market because we don’t add a premium for service calls in any particular neighborhood. You’ll see the same hinge replacement run $185 to $320 and a post replacement $400 to $850 whether you’re in Converse, Live Oak, or Universal City. What changes is the schedule, not the number on the invoice.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees - talk to a local gate repair pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you - the visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What Converse Customers Say
"Driveway gate had been dragging for two years and two other companies told me the whole thing needed replacing. Hal reset the posts, rehung it and it swings like it did when it went in. A fraction of the price of a new one."
- Hollis Amberly"He came out in the snow to get our gate closed after a delivery lorry clipped it, then came back in the spring to do the proper repair when the ground had thawed. Only charged for the second visit."
- Ingrid Solheim"The fence is excellent and it was fairly priced. He is not quick to answer email, so if you need him, ring. He always picks up the phone."
- Rodney Falkenrath