Gate Motor Repair

Gate Motor Problems We Fix

Gate won't move, or the motor hums but the gate doesn't open
Gate starts, then stops or reverses partway
Operator clicks, beeps or shows an error code
Gate runs slowly or only works on battery backup
Remotes, keypad or telephone entry no longer open the gate
Control board damaged by a power surge, water or rodents
Motor or gearbox grinding, overheating or tripping the breaker

 

Expert Troubleshooting

Gate operators fail for many reasons, and swapping parts until something works gets expensive. Our techs find the real cause first. One of our technicians has more than 50 years of experience working on gates and another has more than 30, and we are often called in when other companies could not fix a gate. We stock parts for most gate operators, so we can repair the control board, motor, gearbox, capacitor, limit switches, batteries, sensors or wiring without waiting on orders in most cases. If an operator is worn out or its parts are discontinued, we will tell you and quote a current replacement. A struggling motor is often caused by the gate itself, so we also check hinges, rollers and track; see our driveway gate repair page.

 

Brands We Service

We repair slide, swing and barrier arm operators from LiftMaster, DoorKing, Ramset, All-O-Matic, Elite, Linear, Nortek, Chamberlain and Genie, for homes, HOAs and commercial properties. We are a LiftMaster ProVantage dealer; see our LiftMaster gate repair page.

 

Why Choose The Gatekeeper

Technicians with more than 50 and 30 years of gate experience
Known for fixing gates other companies could not
Parts for most gate operators stocked on our trucks
Serving the San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1993
Licensed, bonded and insured (CA License #673749)
Same-day repair in most cases
Honest advice on repair versus replacement

 

Service Area

We repair gate motors in Chatsworth, Northridge, Porter Ranch, Granada Hills, Woodland Hills, Encino, Tarzana, Sherman Oaks, Van Nuys, North Hollywood, Studio City, Burbank, Glendale, Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks, Westlake Village, Agoura Hills, Calabasas, Moorpark, Camarillo, Malibu, Beverly Hills and Los Angeles.

 

Gate Motor Repair FAQ

Why does my gate motor hum but the gate won't open?

Common causes are a failed capacitor, a stripped gear or gearbox, or the manual release being engaged. A gate that binds on worn hinges or rollers can also stall the motor.

Another company couldn't fix my gate. Can you?
Often, yes. With decades of hands-on experience and parts for most operators on our trucks, we regularly fix gates other companies gave up on, including older operators.

 

My gate stopped working after a power outage or storm. Can it be fixed?
Usually. Power surges often damage the control board or blow a fuse. We replace the damaged part and can add surge protection.

 

How long do gate operator backup batteries last?
Usually about three to five years. If your gate runs slowly or stops during outages, the batteries are the first thing we check.

Should I repair or replace my gate operator?
If parts are available and the repair costs well below a new operator, repair usually makes sense. If not, we will quote both so you can decide.

 

Can you repair my gate motor the same day?
In most cases, yes. Our trucks carry parts for most gate operators.

Call (818) 407-0192 to schedule.
 

Need gate motor repair? Call (818) 407-0192 or book online.