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Most gate repairs in Tujunga run between $180 and $340 for hinge work and latch alignment, and we can usually get to your driveway the same day you call. The gates up here take a beating that flat-valley properties never see, between the canyon wind and the hillside ground that never stops moving. If your gate is sagging, stuck, or refusing to close, call (877) 610-2993 and a live person will answer, day or night.
Why Tujunga Homes Are Different
Tujunga sits at the mouth of Big Tujunga Canyon, making it one of the most intense Santa Ana wind corridors in the entire San Fernando Valley. Canyon-amplified gusts repeatedly rack gate frames, strip hinges, and burn out automatic operators in ways that flat-valley neighbors rarely see. The bulk of Tujunga’s residential stock consists of 1940s-1960s post-war bungalows and ranch homes on larger-than-average lots, many with original ornamental wrought-iron or wood swing gates that are now 50-70 years old, rusted at the hinges, and set in concrete footings that have shifted on the sloped, rocky hillside terrain.
After the 2009 Station Fire burned the slopes directly above Tujunga, subsequent wet winters sent mud and debris flows down driveways throughout the 91042 foothills. Many gate posts heaved or tilted, and that foundation damage still shows up today as gates that swing but won’t latch, a failure mode almost unheard of in the flat Valley communities just a mile south. On top of that, Tujunga is a designated Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, so gates on hillside parcels must meet LA Fire Department rapid-entry standards. Knox padlocks, breakaway hardware, proper clearances. Many older properties are still out of compliance and the owner has no idea until a fire inspector or an emergency happens.
Gate Repair in Tujunga
Gate repair in Tujunga usually runs $180-$340 for common fixes like hinge straightening or latch alignment, while a full operator replacement on a wind-battered automatic gate typically lands between $850 and $2,400 depending on the motor and whether we add solar. Most jobs we handle same-day or next-day, and Hal shows up with the welder in the truck so the gate stays in your driveway. Tujunga sits at the mouth of Big Tujunga Canyon, which means your gate takes a specific kind of abuse that requires a repair-first approach, not a sales pitch for a whole new system.
Electric Gate Repair
Tujunga’s long driveways and hillside parcels mean electric gate openers work harder here than almost anywhere else in the Valley. When a motor burns out or a control board shorts after a Santa Ana event, we diagnose the operator, the wiring, and the power supply. If mains power is impractical, we repair and upgrade solar systems with correctly sized panels and batteries so the opener keeps working through December and January, not just in July. We service Viking, Ghost Controls, DoorKing, and more, and we stock common parts locally so you’re not waiting on a shipment while your gate hangs open.
Hinge & Post Repair
This is where Tujunga gates fail most. The post-fire debris flows after 2009 and every wet winter since have heaved concrete footings throughout the 91042 foothills. We reset tilted hinge posts, pour new footings where needed, and weld broken hinge barrels back into alignment. A post reset with new concrete footing typically runs $450-$900 depending on access and how far the post has heaved. Fix the panel without the post and you’ll fix it twice; we do it right the first time, on site, with the welder running in your driveway.
Gate Realignment
A gate that drags on the uphill side or won’t latch is usually a post problem, not a panel problem. In Tujunga, slope and shifting hillside soil push posts out of plumb constantly. Gate realignment on a sloped lot typically costs $220-$475. We realign gates by addressing the foundation issue first, rebuilding hinges, and adjusting the frame so the gate swings true on the slope. If the panel itself is still straight, we don’t replace it; we repair it. That’s the repair-first philosophy Hal has run on since 2001. Need help today? Fast, friendly service and a no-obligation free estimate are a phone call away. Learn more about our full approach on our Gate Repair page.
How does Big Tujunga Canyon wind affect my swing gate differently than elsewhere in the Valley?
The canyon funnel amplifies Santa Ana gusts well beyond what valley-floor weather stations record, which means your swing gate gets hit with repeated, sustained side-load force every fall and winter. That force racks the frame, strips hinge screws from the post, and pushes automatic operators past their travel limits until gears strip. A repair that survives five years in Burbank might last eighteen months up here unless the post, hinges, and operator are spec’d for the load. Call (877) 610-2993 for an exact quote - estimates are free.
My Tujunga gate post tilted after a wet winter. Can you fix just the gate or does the footing need work?
In most cases, the footing is the actual problem. After the 2009 Station Fire, wet winters sent debris flows down driveways throughout the 91042 foothills, heaving concrete footings and tilting posts. The gate itself is often still straight. We dig out and reset the post in a new footing, then realign the gate on it. This typically costs $450-$900 for a standard residential post, and we do the work on site so your gate never leaves the property. Call (877) 610-2993 for an exact quote - estimates are free.
Gate Installation in Tujunga
A new gate in Tujunga usually costs between $2,800 and $9,500 installed, depending on materials, automation, and how the wind and hillside affect your specific lot. Most straightforward single-swing driveway gates run $2,800 to $4,800, while custom steel gates with operators and access control in the 91042 foothills range from $5,500 to $9,500. Tujunga isn’t flat Valley floor. It’s the canyon mouth, and that means every installation starts with a site measure that accounts for slope, wind exposure, and whether your property falls under fire-code rules.
Driveway Gate Installation
Driveway gates in Tujunga carry extra load no matter the material. The canyon wind racks the frame, the slope shifts the concrete, and if the posts were set shallow back in the Eisenhower era, the whole thing lists. We dig, pour, and set posts for your specific lot, then hang the gate so it swings true on day one and stays that way through Santa Ana season. Most driveway gate installations in Tujunga run $3,500 to $7,500, with custom steel on the upper end.
Sliding Gate Installation
Sliding gates solve a specific problem in Tujunga: a steep driveway where a swing gate would hit the slope on the way open. On hillside parcels, that’s common. A slide gate runs on a track and wheels, or cantilevers off the posts, and it handles wind better than a wide swing. Sliding gate installations in Tujunga typically land between $4,000 and $8,500, including the steel frame and operator bracket. Ask us about FAAC, BFT, and Viking operators for these gates.
Swing Gate Installation
The classic Tujunga look is a double swing gate across a wide driveway, and for good reason. It suits the ranch and bungalow lines of the 1940s-through-1960s homes that dominate the area. We install both single and double swing gates, and we pay close attention to hinge-side post depth. That’s where the wind does its work. A standard double swing gate in Tujunga costs $3,800 to $7,200, more if you’re replacing a rotted wood gate with steel. See how we approach the full job on our Gate Installation page.
How quickly can you come to Tujunga for a gate installation estimate?
We can typically schedule a free on-site measure and written estimate in Tujunga within a few days, sometimes sooner. Installation itself is scheduled after you approve the written price and the materials are ordered, because a new gate is measured and built for your opening, not pulled off a shelf. Call (877) 610-2993 and a live person will give you the next available time.
Why are gate installations more expensive in Tujunga than in the flat Valley?
Because the wind and hillside conditions demand heavier steel, deeper posts, and more labor. A gate in Tujunga gets hit by canyon-amplified Santa Anas that a gate in North Hollywood never sees. Wind-rated hardware, deeper concrete, and fire-code compliance add cost, but they’re the difference between a gate that lasts 20 years and one that’s sagging by the next windy season. Call (877) 610-2993 for a free written estimate.
Gate Motor & Opener in Tujunga
Gate motor and opener repair in Tujunga typically runs $240-$480 for common failures like stripped gears, bad control boards, and limit switch problems. A full motor replacement with new safety hardware usually lands between $900 and $1,800 depending on gate length and whether we’re retrofitting old posts. If your gate won’t open this morning, call (877) 610-2993 and a live person will pick up, 24 hours a day.
Motor Repair
Most motor repairs in Tujunga come down to three things: stripped gears from canyon wind loads, fried control boards from power surges, and limit switches that have drifted out of spec. We repair the motor you have before we ever quote a replacement. A gear swap on a DoorKing or Linear slide opener runs $180-$320. A control board replacement lands between $250 and $480. If your motor is over 20 years old and the board is obsolete, we’ll be honest about whether you’re throwing good money at a machine that’s past saving.
Linear Motor Retrofit
Linear arm operators show up on a lot of Tujunga’s swing gates, especially the ornamental wrought-iron ones built into post-war ranch homes. These motors push and pull rather than rotating, and when a post begins to tilt from the sloped terrain, the linear arm bends and the motor burns out trying to compensate. We align the arm, service the gearbox, and replace the motor only if the windlass is truly gone. A Linear swing motor retrofit typically runs $700-$1,100 installed in Tujunga.
Slide Motor Replacement
Ranch homes up here with wide driveways often have slide gates, and those gates are the ones that scream during Santa Ana season. The wind catches the flat face of the gate and slams it against the rack. Plastic gears inside the operator strip, and the motor runs but nothing moves. We see this in older DoorKing and Linear slide operators all over the 91042 foothills. Slide motor repair in Tujunga runs $260-$540 for gear and rack work. A full slide operator replacement runs $1,100-$1,900 depending on gate weight and whether the posts need resetting first. Read more about motor options on our Gate Motor & Opener page.
My old Tujunga swing gate won’t latch after the fall winds - is the motor to blame?
Usually not. The motor is often the victim, not the cause. When Santa Ana winds funnel down Big Tujunga Canyon and slam a 50-year-old swing gate, the hinge post is what moves first. The post that’s been sitting in rocky, sloped soil for six decades shifts a half-inch, the gate sags, and the latch misses by a quarter inch. The motor may have been running fine the whole time. We fix the post and realign the gate before we touch the operator. Call (877) 610-2993 for an exact quote - estimates are free.
Why does my slide gate’s rack and pinion strip during Santa Ana season?
Because the wind off Big Tujunga Canyon turns your gate into a wall. A 16-foot slide gate in Tujunga gets hit by gusts that never show up on a Burbank weather report. The operator’s gearbox tries to hold position against the wind, the plastic gear teeth shear, and the motor whines while the gate doesn’t move. We replace the stripped gear, but we also check the rack alignment and often recommend a steel rack upgrade for windy properties. Call (877) 610-2993 for an exact quote - estimates are free.
Gate Access Control in Tujunga
Gate access control in Tujunga means more than swapping a keypad. The canyon winds, the hillside lots, and the fire zone rules change how these systems need to be built. A typical keypad or intercom install here runs $450 to $1,200, while a full operator-and-access retrofit on a hillside gate usually lands between $2,800 and $5,500. We do that work on-site, weld what needs welding, and stand behind it with a 90-Day Done Right Promise in writing.
Keypad & Phone Entry
A keypad on a Tujunga gate has to survive full sun in summer and canyon-driven dust and grit in fall. We install sealed keypads rated for outdoor exposure, wired or wireless, and we program them so the codes actually stick. Phone entry systems let you buzz a gate open from your cell phone, which is useful on a long Tujunga driveway where you can’t see the street from the house. A keypad or phone entry system installed in Tujunga typically runs $450 to $1,200, depending on whether it ties into an existing operator or requires new wiring and a receiver.
Video Intercom
If you live on a hillside lot and cannot see the gate from the house, a video intercom becomes the front door. We install units with night vision and wide-angle lenses suited to Tujunga’s darker, unlit canyons. On solar-powered properties, we size the battery and panel to support continuous video and intercom draw, not just the operator. A video intercom system starts around $900 and goes up based on the number of monitors and whether it runs on solar. That calculation changes on shaded, north-facing slopes that get little direct sun in winter.
Smart Access & Fire-Code Compliance
Smart access systems tie your gate to your phone, with app-based control and access logs. On a Tujunga property with an Airbnb or a caretaker, this is the cleanest way to issue and revoke access without handing out physical remotes. But hillside properties in the Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone also need LAFD rapid-entry hardware like Knox padlocks and breakaway chains. Fire-code hardware adds roughly $75 to $300 depending on the gate configuration, and we integrate it with the access system so nothing conflicts. Explore the full range on our Gate Access Control page.
Why did my keypad work in summer but fails during Santa Ana season in Tujunga?
In almost every case the keypad is not the failure point. Santa Ana winds funneling through Big Tujunga Canyon rack the gate frame, so the latch no longer aligns, or wind-driven dust fouls the keypad contacts. The keypad beeps and releases, but the gate cannot move because the frame is out of square. We fix the frame first, then clean and seal the keypad. The fix usually costs less than replacing the whole access system. Call (877) 610-2993 for an exact quote - estimates are free.
Do I need LAFD rapid-entry hardware on my Tujunga gate access control?
Yes, hillside and canyon properties within Tujunga’s Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone need LAFD rapid-entry hardware, typically a Knox padlock or a breakaway gate section, when the gate blocks firefighter access. If your property falls in the 91042 hillsides, check with LAFD or ask us to check during your estimate. We include compatible rapid-entry hardware in any access control retrofit on these parcels. Call (877) 610-2993 to confirm whether your property is affected.
Gate Parts & Welding in Tujunga
We don’t haul your gate off to a shop three towns over. Hal welds on site, in your driveway, because that’s where the gate lives and that’s where the problem is. In Tujunga, that matters more than most places. The wind-racked frames, the rusted hinge barrels on 1960s wrought-iron gates, the cracked welds where a Santa Ana gust finally won - these need a repair-first approach, not a replacement pitch.
On-Site Welding
Our welder runs off a truck-mounted rig, so we can plate a cracked hinge, rebuild a broken gate stop, or add a mid-rail stiffener without unhanging the gate. Weld and rust repair on wrought-iron or steel gates in Tujunga typically runs $150-$550 depending on how much of the frame needs attention. On hillside lots where the gate has been torqued by canyon winds for decades, we often find the original weld was too light to begin with. We fix it heavier, not just prettier.
Parts & Hardware
We stock hinges, latches, rollers, and operator parts for the brands we service, and we source same-day for what we don’t carry. A solar operator repair - panel, battery, or board - typically runs $300-$800 in Tujunga, where undersized panels and worn battery banks are the most common failures we see on long driveways without AC power. We right-size the panel and battery bank, not just swap the motor. See what we keep in stock on our Gate Parts & Welding page.
Can you weld a rusted 1960s wrought-iron gate back together, or is it too far gone?
Most of the time we can weld it. The gates on Tujunga’s 1940s-1960s homes are heavy steel, and the rust is usually surface-level at the hinges and bottom rail. We grind back to clean metal, plate the weak points, and weld in new hinge barrels where needed. If the panel itself is cracked or a picket is missing, we fabricate a match on site. Only when the frame is rotted through do we recommend replacement. Call (877) 610-2993 for an exact quote - estimates are free.
My gate post is cracked at the weld after the last windstorm. Do you fix that in Tujunga?
Yes, and we do it on site. A cracked post weld after a Santa Ana event usually means the post was under-specced for the wind load or the footing has shifted and the gate is torquing the joint. We plate and reweld the crack, but we also check the post plumb and the footing condition. If the post is heaved from debris-flow damage, we reset it first so the weld doesn’t crack again next season. Call (877) 610-2993 for an exact quote - estimates are free.
Brands We Service in Tujunga
We are certified to service nine major gate brands: LiftMaster, FAAC, BFT, Linear, Viking, Ghost Controls, DoorKing, Elite, and Mighty Mule. We stock common parts for Viking, Ghost Controls, and DoorKing locally, which means most Tujunga repairs don’t wait on shipping. Turnaround on brand-specific parts we don’t carry is typically one business day from our Los Angeles office. See the full list at our brands page.
Pricing for Gate Repair in Tujunga, CA
| Service | Typical Range in Tujunga |
|---|---|
| Hinge straightening / latch alignment | $180-$340 |
| Weld & rust repair on wrought-iron or steel gate | $150-$550 |
| Gate realignment on sloped lot | $220-$475 |
| Post reset with new concrete footing | $450-$900 |
| Motor repair (gear, limit switch, capacitor) | $240-$480 |
| Control board replacement | $250-$480 |
| Solar operator repair (panel, battery, or board) | $300-$800 |
| Linear swing motor retrofit | $700-$1,100 |
| Full automatic operator replacement | $850-$2,400 |
| Slide operator replacement | $1,100-$1,900 |
| Keypad / phone entry system | $450-$1,200 |
| Full access retrofit with operator | $2,800-$5,500 |
What pushes price up in Tujunga: hillside access, wind-rated hardware requirements, fire-code compliance hardware, and post conditions that require resetting before the gate work can begin. 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 Tujunga
We cover every corner of Tujunga, 91042 and 91043 included. If you’re in one of these areas, we’re already familiar with your streets, your terrain, and your gate’s weak points. Typical response time across Tujunga is same-day for repairs, often within a couple of hours when it’s an emergency.
- Foothill Boulevard corridor and the hillside streets north of it
- Apperson Street and the flat ranch-home blocks around it
- Plainview Avenue and the older bungalow district
- Hillhaven Drive and the canyon-adjacent parcels
- Vinedale Road and the neighborhoods near the wash
Service Area - Cities Near Tujunga
We dispatch and schedule from our Los Angeles office, and crews serve Tujunga locally every day. We also work in Sunland, CA, La Crescenta-Montrose, CA, Shadow Hills, CA, Burbank, CA, and La Cañada Flintridge, CA. If you’re unsure whether we cover your address, call (877) 610-2993 and a live person will tell you straight.
Serving Tujunga, CA - Our Local Coverage Area
Gatewood Fence & Gate crews serve Tujunga and the communities around it; dispatch is coordinated from our Los Angeles office. The map shows the Tujunga coverage area; if your address is on it, we can help.
Also serving nearby: Tujunga, CA, Sunland, CA, La Crescenta-Montrose, CA, Shadow Hills, CA, Burbank, CA, La Cañada Flintridge, CA.
FAQs About Gate Repair in Tujunga
For repairs, yes. We answer the phone 24 hours a day with a live person, and we keep common operators and parts stocked for Tujunga customers. If your gate is stuck open or wedged shut, call (877) 610-2993 and we’ll get someone out same-day, often within a couple of hours for emergencies.
Most gate repairs don’t require a permit in Los Angeles County. New installations and any work that changes the footprint or height of an existing gate may need one, especially in hillside areas with fire-code requirements. We know the LA County permit process and can advise during your free estimate. If a permit is needed, we handle the paperwork as part of the job.
Yes. Bring us any written estimate from another company and we’ll give you a free second opinion. If our price is higher, we’ll explain why. If we can do it for less, we’ll tell you that too. The name is on the shop, and the shop is down the road - that is the oldest accountability there is. Call (877) 610-2993 to schedule.
Call Gatewood Fence & Gate at (877) 610-2993 for a free estimate on any gate repair, installation, motor service, access control, or welding job in Tujunga. A live person answers day or night, and Hal Gatewood stands behind every job with the 90-Day Done Right Promise in writing.
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 Tujunga Customers Say
"Safety photo eyes on our old gate had been bypassed by whoever serviced it last, which he was genuinely annoyed about on my behalf. Fitted proper sealed ones and wired them the way they should be."
- Otis Redmond"He builds the gates himself in his own shop. You can go and look at it. That is not something you can say about the outfits that just order a panel in."
- Doreen Whitfield"Welded the hinge back onto our wrought iron gate on site rather than taking it away for a fortnight. Ground it back and painted it and you cannot see the repair."
- Winston Achterberg