Gate Installation & Repair in Ocala, FL
The gate is the part of the fence you use every day. We install walk gates, double drive gates, farm and entry gates and self-closing pool gates, and fix the ones that sag or won't latch.
- New gates & gate repair
- Walk, drive, farm & pool gates
- Free, no-obligation estimates
- Free on-site estimates
- Permits & HOA paperwork handled
- Residential, farm & horse fencing
- Old fence haul-away & cleanup
Gates for the Way You Actually Use Them
A gate that's too narrow, in the wrong spot or hung on a weak post becomes a daily headache. Around Ocala that might mean a trash-bin gate on a subdivision lot, a double gate wide enough for a boat, or a 16 ft farm gate a truck and horse trailer can swing through without a three-point turn.
- Size for the biggest thing that needs to fit through, with room to turn.
- Heavy hinge posts, because a weak post is the main reason gates sag.
- Hardware that suits the job: gravity latches, lockable latches, chain latches on farm gates, self-latching hardware on pool gates.
Gates We Install
How Wide Should Your Gate Be?
Size the gate for the widest thing that needs to pass. We measure at your estimate.
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| Feature | Typical width | Good for | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walk gate | About 4 ft | Foot traffic, trash bins | Most common side-yard gate |
| Wide walk gate | About 5–6 ft | Push mowers, wheelbarrows | Measure the mower deck |
| Double drive gate | About 10–12 ft | Riding mowers, small trailers | Drop rod holds the second leaf |
| Farm or entry gate | About 14–16 ft | Trucks with horse trailers, tractors | Heavy posts, often braced |
| Pool gate | About 4 ft | Pool access | Self-closing, self-latching, swings out |
Every gate gets a reinforced hinge post. That's the best protection against sagging.
Choosing a Gate
Material
Match the fence for a clean look, or go aluminum for a lighter, stiffer drive gate. Galvanized tube gates are the workhorse on farms, and wood or aluminum entry gates dress up the road frontage.
Single or double
Above about 6 ft, two leaves are usually easier to live with than one heavy leaf, and they put less strain on each post.
Location
Put the gate where you walk or drive now, not where it looked tidy on paper. On farms, place gates at pasture corners so horses can be moved without a fight.
Ground
Sandy drives wash out under gates, so we check swing clearance and can add a concrete pad or wheel stop where needed.
Farm and entry gates
Galvanized tube gates are the everyday choice on pastures because they're light, strong and inexpensive. At the road, many Ocala farms use a wood, vinyl or aluminum entry gate that matches the frontage fence. Wide entry gates need heavy, braced posts because of the leverage a 14 to 16 ft leaf puts on the hinge side.
How We Install a Gate
A gate is only as good as its posts.
Measure the opening
We measure what needs to pass and how much swing room you have.
Set heavy posts
Hinge and latch posts go in concrete, deeper and heavier than line posts, drilled through rock when needed.
Hang and square
The gate is hung level with clearance for the ground and swing.
Latch and test
We fit the latch, drop rod or chain and test it until it closes cleanly every time.
Fixing a Sagging Gate
- Reset or upgrade the hinge post, the cause of most sagging.
- Heavy-duty hinges and an anti-sag cable kit on wide wood gates.
- Aluminum frames inside vinyl gates for stiffness.
- Realigned latches so the gate closes and locks on its own.
- Wheels for very wide gates on a hard surface.
Gate work is often part of a fence repair or replacement. Just mention it when you call.
Pool Gates Built to Florida Law
A gate into a pool area has to do more than look good. Florida's pool safety law requires pool gates to:
- Open outward, away from the pool
- Close on their own from any open position
- Latch automatically, with the release on the pool side out of a young child's reach
We install and adjust self-closing hinges and magnetic latches on aluminum and vinyl pool gates. See our pool fence rules for Ocala.
Frequently Asked Questions
How wide should a farm gate be?
For trucks with horse trailers, 14 to 16 ft is typical so you can turn in without scraping posts. We measure your rig and the approach.
Why does my gate sag?
Usually the hinge post has moved or the gate has no internal frame or brace. A heavier post and an anti-sag kit or aluminum frame fix most cases.
Can you add a gate to my existing fence?
Usually. We remove a section, set new posts and hang a matching gate.
Do pool gates have to self-close?
Yes. Florida law requires pool barrier gates to open outward, self-close and self-latch. See our pool fence rules for Ocala.
Do you install automatic gate openers?
We build and hang gates sized and posted for an opener. Opener wiring and electrical work are handled by an electrician.
What latch should I use on a horse gate?
A chain latch or a two-way latch that horses can't nudge open is common. Lockable latches are good on road-side gates.
Can you fix a farm gate that drags on the ground?
Usually. A dragging farm gate means the hinge post has leaned or settled in the sand. We reset or replace the post, add a brace if needed, and rehang the gate level so it swings clear and latches cleanly again.
Get Your Free Gate Estimate
Call or request a free on-site estimate for your yard, pool or pasture. No cost, no obligation.
- Free on-site estimates
- Permits & HOA paperwork handled
- Residential, farm & horse fencing
- Old fence haul-away & cleanup