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Gate repair in Palm Beach means working on heavy, custom-fabricated iron and bronze gates that sit between the Atlantic and the Intracoastal, where salt air eats at hardware from two directions at once. Most repairs on the island run between $195 and $480, and we can usually have someone at your gate the same day you call. Hal Gatewood has been fixing gates since 2001, and a live person answers at (877) 610-2993 any hour of the day or night.
These are not off-the-shelf gates on a track in a subdivision. Palm Beach is dominated by large estates with one-of-a-kind ornamental gates that demand careful matching and on-site welding. If yours is stuck open, sagging, or refusing to close, the problem is rarely as simple as it looks.
Why Palm Beach Homes Are Different
Palm Beach is a narrow barrier island with the Atlantic on the east side and the Intracoastal Waterway on the west. Every gate on the island gets hit by salt-laden humidity from both directions, all year long. That means operator gearboxes corrode, control boards fail from salt intrusion, and underground conduit connections degrade far faster than any manufacturer’s timeline assumes. We see operators on Palm Beach fail in half their expected lifespan when a cabinet seal has been compromised and nobody caught it.
The housing stock makes the work harder still. Palm Beach is dominated by large oceanfront and Intracoastal-front estates, many built in the Mediterranean Revival and Spanish Colonial styles popularized by Addison Mizner in the 1920s, alongside mid-century and contemporary mega-mansions. Their gates are almost always one-of-a-kind wrought iron or cast aluminum fabrications with proprietary hardware and ornamental detailing that cannot be swapped for an off-the-shelf replacement. A standard residential service call does not fit here. You need someone who can match the work, not just swap a part.
Gate Repair in Palm Beach
Gate repair in Palm Beach is a different animal than it is ten miles inland. Salt air from both the Atlantic and the Intracoastal eats gate hardware faster than manufacturers ever planned for, and the custom estate gates along South Ocean Boulevard and Worth Avenue do not accept off-the-shelf fixes. We diagnose the problem end to end, from the operator housing to the underground conduit, and we fix it where it is. You will get a firm price before any work starts, not a number that changes when the invoice shows up.
Electric Gate Repair
When an electric gate will not open or will not close in Palm Beach, the cause is usually not the motor itself. Salt air gets into wire splices, loop detectors, and control boards and turns a small flaw into a full failure. We trace the problem from the operator housing down through the underground conduit, and on this island that often means digging up a splice the ocean air has turned green. A corroded control board replacement typically runs $220 to $450 depending on brand and whether we wire it on-site or match an obsolete part.
Automatic Gate Repair
Automatic gates on Palm Beach estate properties run on operators we service every day, including Linear, Viking, and DoorKing units. The failure is not always the opener. Sometimes a sensor has been knocked out of alignment by a salt-stiffened hinge, or a loop detector is reading false from corroded wiring. We fix the automation so it works with the gate, not against it. Most automatic gate repairs on the island fall between $195 and $480.
Hinge & Post Repair
A gate sags in the hinge post, not in the middle, and that is where we start. Double-sided salt exposure on this barrier island lets water sit in hinge welds and post bases long after the rain has stopped. We have seen posts on Palm Beach estates that looked solid from the outside and were hollow inside. A hinge replacement runs $160 to $320. We repair the post, weld the hinge properly, and your gate hangs straight again instead of dragging on the pavers.
Gate Realignment
Hurricane season does not treat heavy ornamental gates kindly. Wind load bends frames and shifts posts, and after a storm blows through Palm Beach we get a wave of calls from homeowners whose gates now meet at the wrong angle. Full gate realignment after a storm runs $240 to $500. We realign the gate first, then make sure the motor is working with a straight frame rather than fighting one. Fix the panel without the post and you will fix it twice. For more on our approach, see Gate Repair.
How fast can you get to Palm Beach for a gate repair?
Same day in most cases. We run calls in Palm Beach from our South Florida office and can usually have someone at your gate within a few hours of your call. If the gate is stuck open or will not close, call (877) 610-2993 and a live person will answer around the clock.
Do you cover all of Palm Beach, including the North End and Estate Section?
We cover the entire 33480 ZIP and every neighborhood inside it, from the condos near Royal Palm Way up through the North End and over to the Intracoastal-side estates. If you are on the island, we come to you. Call (877) 610-2993 for an exact quote, and estimates are free.
Gate Installation in Palm Beach
Installing a driveway gate in Palm Beach usually starts around $4,800 and runs past $30,000 for custom ornamental estate work with full automation and intercom entry. Most standard installations take two to five days once permits clear, and we quote the full price before any fabrication begins. The big variable on this island is the hardware: every hinge post, opener, and loop detector takes salt air from two directions at once.
Driveway Gate Installation
Driveway gates in Palm Beach tend to be heavy, custom, and automated. We install steel, wrought iron, and aluminum driveway gates sized for wide estate entries, including double-leaf configurations and integrated openers from LiftMaster, Viking, and DoorKing. Every install starts with the posts, not the panels. A standard single swing driveway gate with an opener and keypad typically runs $4,800 to $9,500.
Sliding Gate Installation
Sliding gates make sense on Palm Beach properties where a swing gate would arc into landscaping or block a circular drive. We install cantilever and track-guided sliders with heavy-duty rollers and gate operators rated for the actual panel weight. The salt air here is rough on exposed roller bearings, so we spec sealed stainless bearings and check the rail alignment with a laser before handing the job over. Sliding gates land between $6,500 and $14,000 for most Palm Beach properties.
Swing Gate Installation
Swing gates are the classic Palm Beach look, especially the twin-leaf ornamental iron gates fronting the old Addison Mizner estates. We fabricate and install single and double swing gates, hang them on reinforced hinge posts, and pair them with underground or pillar-mounted operators. Double swing gates, which are far more common on the island, run $7,000 to $18,000 depending on material and ornamentation. Custom fabricated bronze or wrought iron estate gates with intercom, camera, and underground operator start around $15,000 and go well past $30,000 for ornate Mizner-style work. For more on what a full installation includes, see Gate Installation.
Do I need Town of Palm Beach Architectural Commission approval before replacing my estate’s custom gate?
Yes, in many cases. The Town of Palm Beach’s Architectural Commission (ARCOM) reviews exterior modifications on landmarked or historically significant estates, and a gate replacement can fall under that review. We flag the requirement before fabrication starts so you do not burn money on a custom gate and then hit a stop-work order mid-install. Call (877) 610-2993 and we will help you figure out whether your property is affected before any steel gets ordered.
Why is corrosion on Palm Beach gate operators worse than in mainland Florida?
Palm Beach is a narrow barrier island with the Atlantic on one side and the Intracoastal Waterway on the other. Every gate operator, hinge, and control board gets salt-laden air from both directions, all year. That roughly doubles the exposure compared to a single-coast location, and the corrosion shows up first in gearboxes, control boards, and underground loop detector connections.
Gate Motor & Opener in Palm Beach
Gate motor and opener repair in Palm Beach means working on heavy, custom-fabricated iron and bronze gates where salt air eats at control boards from both directions. A typical motor repair here runs $285 to $650 depending on whether we are replacing a corroded board, a stripped gearbox, or the full operator. We answer the phone 24 hours a day at (877) 610-2993, and Hal Gatewood’s name is on every invoice.
Motor Repair
Most Palm Beach gate motor failures start as corrosion. The salt-laden humidity off the Atlantic and the Intracoastal gets into the operator housing, attacks the control board traces, and eventually kills the unit. We open the operator on site, find what is actually dead, and replace only what needs replacing. A basic motor repair on a single swing gate typically costs $285 to $450.
Motor Installation
When a motor is truly beyond saving, or a property is adding automation for the first time, we install operators sized for the actual weight and wind load of the gate. Palm Beach ornamental gates are not light. A wrought iron double swing gate on an oceanfront estate can weigh several hundred pounds per leaf, and an undersized motor will burn out in a season. A full operator replacement on a heavy ornamental double gate runs $950 to $2,400 installed, depending on gate weight, brand, and whether intercom or camera integration is involved.
Slide Motor Repair
Slide gates on Palm Beach properties take the most abuse from wind and sand. The track, the rack, the wheels, and the motor all wear faster two blocks from the ocean than they do ten miles inland. We see slide motors that stall, grind, or refuse to move because the gate itself is binding on a salt-corroded track. Slide gate motor repair with rack service runs $300 to $700 depending on rack condition and wheel wear. For more detail on how we diagnose these failures, see Gate Motor & Opener.
My ornamental swing gate sags after a storm. Can you just replace the motor?
No, and we will not, because a new motor installed on a sagging gate will tear itself apart within months. The gate has to be realigned and the hinge posts corrected first, otherwise the motor is fighting the frame every time it cycles. We fix the geometry, then the motor, and the result is a gate that runs quiet and balanced.
Will a new battery backup work with my existing LiftMaster operator and intercom?
In most cases, yes. We retrofit battery backup units onto existing LiftMaster operators regularly, and the backup ties into the same power feed as the operator so it does not disrupt your intercom, keypad, or camera integration. What matters is sizing: a battery too small to cycle a heavy Palm Beach gate ten times on backup is worse than no battery at all. Battery backup installation starts at $350 for retrofit units.
Gate Access Control in Palm Beach
Gate access control problems on Palm Beach’s barrier island usually come down to one thing: salt. The Atlantic on one side, the Intracoastal on the other, and every keypad, card reader, and control board in between getting worked over by air that eats electronics faster than any manufacturer’s timeline assumes. When you call (877) 610-2993, a live person answers. Not a voicemail, not an automated queue.
Keypad Entry
Keypad entry systems on Palm Beach estates fail more often from salt corroding the internal terminals than from any mechanical issue. The keypad face can look fine while the contacts behind it are green and intermittent. We replace the keypad only when it is truly dead; otherwise we rebuild the connections, seal them against salt-laden humidity, and reset the programming so codes actually hold. Keypad entry replacement typically runs $280 to $520 depending on the keypad type and whether we are rebuilding existing wiring or running new conduit.
Video Intercom
Video intercom on a Palm Beach gate means long cable runs from the street to the house, often through conduit that has been sitting in sandy, salty soil since the 1980s or earlier. We retrofit modern video and phone entry onto older gates without disturbing the ornamental iron or an ARCOM-reviewed facade. When the wiring is too far gone, we run new conduit and seal every splice in epoxy-filled junction boxes, because standard wire nuts will not survive out here. Video intercom retrofit on an older gate runs $600 to $1,400 depending on camera, wiring condition, and whether the existing ornamental frame needs any welding.
Card Reader
Card readers on Palm Beach properties get used by staff, landscapers, pool companies, and delivery drivers, which means they take abuse from commercial traffic on a residential gate. We service DoorKing and Linear card reader systems regularly. When a card reader stops reading cards, we check the wiring and the power supply first; replacing the reader without finding the voltage drop is how you buy two readers. Card reader installation runs $420 to $800. For more on how these systems integrate with your existing operator, see Gate Access Control.
Do I need ARCOM approval to add a card reader or phone entry to my existing Palm Beach gate?
In most cases, no. The Town of Palm Beach’s Architectural Commission reviews exterior modifications to structures, and adding a card reader, phone entry module, or keypad to an existing gate generally falls under routine repair or accessory work rather than a structural alteration. What triggers ARCOM review is replacing the gate itself or making visible changes to a landmarked or historically significant property. If you are ever unsure, we will tell you before you spend money.
My Palm Beach gate’s keypad intermittently won’t open after a heavy storm. What should we check first?
The first thing to check is whether the keypad still has power and whether the control board inside the operator is dry. In Palm Beach, salt-laden humidity and storm surge drive moisture into the board terminals, which causes intermittent keypad failure even when the operator motor works fine. Anything beyond checking a tripped GFCI or a wet junction box means opening the operator housing, so call us.
Gate Parts & Welding in Palm Beach
Gate parts fail differently on a barrier island. Palm Beach gates take salt air from the Atlantic on one side and the Intracoastal on the other, so hinge barrels pit, welds crack at stress points, and operator gearboxes corrode years ahead of the manufacturer’s timeline. We weld on site in your driveway, we carry the parts that actually hold up in this environment, and a live person answers every call.
Hinge Replacement
On Palm Beach estates, custom wrought iron and cast aluminum gates hang on hinge barrels that sit in salt air every single day. We see hairline cracks at the hinge post where the barrel meets the gate frame. You might notice the gate drooping toward the latch side even though the panel looks straight. A hinge replacement on a standard estate swing gate runs $350 to $800, depending on whether it is a barrel swap or full plate replacement.
Post Replacement
Palm Beach sits on sand, and sand gets saturated during tropical downpours. A heavy solid infill gate acts like a sail on a hinged post. When the footing loses grip, the post leans, the gate binds, and the rack and pinion strips under load. Post replacement with a new concrete footing runs $1,200 to $2,800, and that is the job Palm Beach gates need more than any other. We dig out the old footing, pour a deeper and wider one engineered for the gate’s actual weight and wind exposure, and reset the post dead plumb.
Rail Repair
Slide gates along the Intracoastal side of Palm Beach take a beating from salt spray and wind. The bottom rail rusts from the inside out, rollers grind through thin metal, and the gate starts dragging or jumping the track. Rail repair on a slide gate runs $450 to $1,500, depending on how far the corrosion has traveled. We cut out the rotted section, weld in fresh steel or aluminum to match, and replace worn rollers with sealed bearings sized for coastal service. For more on what we can do without hauling your gate away, see Gate Parts & Welding.
Can you weld a cracked scroll detail without distorting the surrounding ironwork?
Yes. We weld cracked palm-tree motifs and scrollwork back into gates on Ocean Boulevard and South County Road regularly, and we are careful with the heat so thin ornamental work does not distort. Custom welding starts around $150 to $250 per repair point, with full frame straightening after wind damage running $600 to $1,800. The gate stays in your driveway the whole time.
Is post replacement worth the cost, or should we just patch the concrete?
Post replacement is worth it when the post has actually shifted, because patching the concrete does not fix the lean. A heavy gate on a loose post will keep wearing out hinges, rollers, and operators until the footing is redone. We will tell you honestly whether your post needs a full replacement or a less invasive fix, and the price is quoted and agreed before any work starts.
Brands We Service in Palm Beach
We service and repair major gate operator brands including LiftMaster, FAAC, BFT, Linear, Viking, Ghost Controls, DoorKing, Elite, and Mighty Mule. We stock common boards, limit switches, gears, and remotes for these brands locally, so turnaround on a typical repair is often same-day or next-day. See our brands for the full list and what we carry.
Pricing for Gate Repair in Palm Beach, FL
| Service | Typical range in Palm Beach |
|---|---|
| General gate repair | $195 - $480 |
| Hinge replacement | $160 - $320 |
| Hinge replacement (estate swing gate) | $350 - $800 |
| Control board replacement | $220 - $450 |
| Gate realignment after storm | $240 - $500 |
| Basic motor repair (single swing) | $285 - $450 |
| Slide motor repair with rack service | $300 - $700 |
| Full operator replacement (heavy double gate) | $950 - $2,400 |
| Post replacement with new footing | $1,200 - $2,800 |
| Rail repair (slide gate) | $450 - $1,500 |
| Keypad entry replacement | $280 - $520 |
| Card reader installation | $420 - $800 |
What pushes a price up in Palm Beach is almost always salt corrosion that has spread further than it first appeared, plus the weight and ornamental complexity of the gate itself. Every price is quoted and agreed before any work starts, so the number you hear on the phone or at the estimate is the number on the invoice. No trip charge inside Palm Beach County, and $40 off any repair over $200.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Palm Beach
We cover the entire Town of Palm Beach, from the inlet down to the South End and everywhere between. These are the areas where we most often find ourselves working:
- The North End, near the Palm Beach Inlet
- Midtown, around Worth Avenue and the Lake Trail
- The South End, near Phipps Ocean Park
- Estate sections along South Ocean Boulevard
- Intracoastal-side estates along the Lake Trail
For urgent repairs we can usually have someone at your gate within a few hours, anywhere on the island.
Service Area - Cities Near Palm Beach
We serve Palm Beach, FL plus the surrounding communities across the bridges. If your gate is in West Gate, FL, West Palm Beach, FL, Riviera Beach, FL, Lake Park, FL, or Palm Springs, FL, pick up the phone and call (877) 610-2993. A live person answers.
Serving Palm Beach, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
Gatewood Fence & Gate crews serve Palm Beach and the communities around it; dispatch is coordinated from our Miami (South FL) office. The map shows the Palm Beach coverage area; if your address is on it, we can help.
Also serving nearby: Palm Beach, FL, West Gate, FL, West Palm Beach, FL, Riviera Beach, FL, Lake Park, FL, Palm Springs, FL.
FAQs About Gate Repair in Palm Beach
Yes, in most cases. We run calls on the island from our South Florida office and can usually have someone at your gate within a few hours of your call. If the gate is stuck open or will not close, call (877) 610-2993 and a live person will answer around the clock.
A full installation includes the gate itself, posts and footings sized for the gate’s weight and wind exposure, the operator, safety edges and photocells compliant with UL 325, and keypad or intercom entry if you want it. We quote the full price before any fabrication begins, and the price is the price. Call for a free measure and a written quote.
Yes. We run the power from your panel to the gate, install the loop detectors, and mount UL 325 compliant photo eyes and safety edges on every automated gate we build or service. We test the reverse function before we leave. Call (877) 610-2993 for an exact quote on your property, and estimates are free.
Call (877) 610-2993 for a free estimate on any gate repair, installation, motor, access control, or welding job in Palm Beach. A live person answers, and the price you hear is the price you pay.
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 Palm Beach Customers Say
"Beautiful gate and solid work. The build took about three weeks longer than the estimate because he was waiting on the ironwork, and I would rather have known that at the start than found out along the way."
- Beatrice Nwosu"Operator had died and the manufacturer no longer makes the board. Rather than sell me a whole new system he found a compatible unit and adapted the mount. Saved me a great deal of money."
- Salvador Arredondo"Hundred and forty feet of cedar privacy fence, all posts set in concrete, all of it dead level on ground that is anything but. He walked the line with me twice before a single hole was dug."
- Judith Stallworth