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Trusted Electric Gate Repair for Arlington Homeowners

When an electric gate stops opening, the problem is almost never the gate itself. It’s the operator, the control board, a safety edge, or a loop that’s gone dead. Arlington Gate Service works on that specific equipment every day, across residential driveway systems and commercial operators, and our technicians have up to 10 years of experience diagnosing the actual brand on-site rather than guessing at it.

Call (855) 349-3550

If your gate is stuck open, won’t respond to the remote, or reverses on its own, call (855) 349-3550. We answer 24/7, fast dispatch runs from 7am to 7pm, and same-day gate repair is often possible in Arlington when you call early. We work on the brands you actually own – FAAC, BFT, Linear, Viking, LiftMaster, DoorKing, Elite, Ghost Controls, and Mighty Mule among them – so you get a diagnosis the first time, not a second opinion.

Gate Opener Repair

Gate Opener Repair is the work of getting a motorized arm, slide operator, or swing unit back to correct function, and it’s the call we take most often in Arlington. You need it when the gate has stopped responding, moves sluggishly, reverses without warning, or hums but doesn’t move at all. We test the operator itself, the control board, the limit settings, and the drive mechanism before recommending anything – no swapping parts to see what sticks. Typical gate opener repair in Arlington runs $150-$450 depending on the operator and what’s failed, with the written estimate setting the final price before work starts.

Control Board and Limit Diagnosis

Most opener faults trace back to the control board or limit settings, not the motor. We test both with a meter and read out stored fault codes where the operator supports it. That tells us whether a board swap is really needed or whether a limit adjustment gets you back running.

Emergency Release and Manual Override

Every operator has a manual release, and it’s the first thing we check when a gate won’t move. If the release is stuck, misadjusted, or the key won’t turn, that’s a safety issue as much as a convenience one. We restore proper override function so the gate can be operated by hand during a power loss.

Automatic Gate Repair

Automatic Gate Repair covers the whole automated system – the operator, safety sensors, wiring, loops, and access hardware – as one connected unit, because that’s how it fails. You need it when the gate moves but won’t stop, stops halfway, ignores remotes, or the safety edges no longer reverse it. Arlington Gate Service handles the automated side of gates only, which means the electric and electronic work is core to what we do rather than subcontracted out. Automatic gate repair in Arlington typically runs $200-$600 depending on how many components are involved, and the estimate is written and agreed before we start.

Safety Edge and Sensor Checks

A gate that won’t reverse on contact is the most serious fault on any automated system. We test the safety edges and photo-eyes under real conditions, not just at the controller. Heavy gate panels can crush, so this test is never skipped and never rushed.

Loop and Detection Faults

Inductive loops in the driveway crack or lose their seal over time, and a failed loop reads to the operator as a permanent “vehicle present” signal. We test loop continuity and the detector itself. If the loop needs replacing, we explain the cut-and-seal process before it happens.

Electric Gate Motor

The Electric Gate Motor is the drive unit itself – the arm, the sliding operator, or the underground actuator that actually moves the leaf. You need a motor assessment when the gate has lost power to push, sounds strained, overheats and shuts down, or the motor runs but the gate doesn’t follow. We identify the make and model on-site, check current draw under load, and confirm whether the fault is the motor, the drive gear, or the power supply feeding it. Motor-related electric gate repair in Arlington generally lands between $250 and $700, with a full motor replacement quoted separately once we’ve confirmed the diagnosis. Call (855) 349-3550 for an exact quote – estimates are free.

Load Testing and Current Draw

We measure current draw as the gate moves through its full cycle, which shows strain the eye can’t see. A motor pulling high current on a clean track usually points to bearing or gear wear. Low current with no movement points to the supply or the controller.

Gear and Drive Wear

Drive gears wear before motors fail, and the symptom is often a grinding or slipping gate rather than a dead one. Replacing a worn gearset can rescue an otherwise healthy motor. We check gear condition on every electric gate repair call so it doesn’t become a larger repair later.

Gate Access Control

Gate Access Control is the hardware and wiring that decides who gets in – keypads, card readers, remotes, intercoms, and the receivers that tie them to the operator. You need it looked at when codes stop working, a remote no longer registers, tenants can’t get in, or a keypad behaves erratically. We work from the access device back to the controller, testing the receiver and the wiring run rather than replacing the keypad first. Access control repair in Arlington typically runs $150-$500 depending on whether it’s a receiver, keypad, or larger entry system. For multi-unit and commercial access work, our electric gate repair team handles the full run.

Keypad and Receiver Programming

Many access failures are programming, not hardware. We verify the receiver is learning codes, confirm the keypad is sending its signal, and re-program entry codes where the equipment allows. That step often solves the problem without parts.

Intercom and Entry Hardware

Intercoms and call boxes fail at the connector as often as at the unit. We trace the line from the gate pedestal to the operator and check power at the entry point. If the hardware needs replacing, you’ll know before we touch it.

Commercial Gate Operator

A Commercial Gate Operator handles heavier duty cycles, higher traffic, and vehicle safety requirements that residential equipment isn’t built for. You need a commercial assessment when the operator is overheating, failing during peak traffic, refusing to close, or the cycle count has outrun its service interval. We service heavy-duty operators from brands like DoorKing, FAAC, and Viking and understand how commercial systems differ from light residential units in load, safety, and control. Commercial gate operator repair in Arlington generally runs $300-$900 depending on the operator class and the fault, with the written estimate confirming the total before work begins.

Duty Cycle and Heat Issues

Commercial operators are rated for a duty cycle, and frequent stop-start traffic can exceed it. When an operator shuts down mid-morning and recovers by afternoon, heat and duty cycle are the first things we check. That’s often a rating mismatch rather than a broken part.

Traffic and Loop Coordination

Multi-lane or high-traffic sites rely on loops and detectors working together to sequence open and close commands. When they get out of order, gates jam at peak times. We test the full sequence and reset timing where the controller allows it.

Brands We Service

We work on your brand, and the brand matters more than most homeowners expect. FAAC operators have their own control board architecture and limit-setting method, and we know where their drive components wear under daily residential use. BFT systems differ again in how they handle reverse sensitivity and safety inputs, which is why a generic diagnosis so often misses on a BFT gate.

Linear and Viking equipment show up on plenty of Arlington driveway gates, and we’re familiar with how each one signals a fault through the controller. We also work on LiftMaster, DoorKing, Elite, Ghost Controls, and Mighty Mule systems, from light residential openers to heavy commercial operators. Whether you have FAAC or any other make, we can help – call (855) 349-3550 and tell us what’s on the gate. You can also read more about how we approach Arlington Gate Service and the full range of gate work we handle.

Signs You Need a Pro Right Now

• The gate won’t reverse on contact. A safety edge or photo-eye that fails to trigger reverse is the most serious fault on any automated gate. Heavy panels can crush, so stop using the gate until it’s tested.
• The gate reverses or stops partway through its travel. This usually points to a limit setting, an obstruction the operator senses, or a failing control board. Continuing to cycle it can damage the drive gear.
• You hear a hum but the gate doesn’t move. A motor that hums without motion is often stalled on a mechanical fault or bound on its track. Running it in this state overheats the motor and can lead to a full replacement.
• The operator shuts down and won’t restart. Many operators have a thermal cutout that protects the motor from heat. When it trips repeatedly, the operator is being worked harder than it’s rated for and needs diagnosis.
• The gate moves on its own or won’t stay closed. Uncommanded movement is an access-control or loop fault, and a gate that won’t stay closed leaves the property exposed. Both need attention before the gate is trusted again.

Our Process, Step by Step

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   We identify the equipment first. Before any diagnosis, we confirm the operator make, model, and control hardware on the gate. That single step separates a real diagnosis from a guess, and it’s why brand familiarity matters.
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   We test the full system, not just the symptom. That means the motor, control board, limits, safety edges, loops, and access hardware, using a meter and stored fault codes where the controller supports it. A dead remote can trace back to a receiver, and a reversing gate can trace back to a limit, so we test the chain in order.
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   We explain what failed and what it takes to fix it. You get a clear account of the fault and the repair options in plain language. If a component can be repaired rather than replaced, we tell you.
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   We put the price in writing before work starts. The estimate is free, the price is set per job, and nothing gets done until you’ve agreed to it. No surprise invoice at the end.
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   We test and confirm the fix before we leave. That means running the gate through full open and close cycles under real conditions, confirming the safety edges reverse it, and verifying access functions work. A repair isn’t finished until the gate behaves correctly.

How Much Does Electric Gate Repair Cost in Arlington?

Our Service Area Near Arlington

We cover Arlington and the surrounding communities, including Bailey’s Crossroads, Tysons, Ravensworth, Kingstowne, Wakefield, Hayfield, Kings Park, Long Branch, George Mason, Newington Forest, and Burke Centre. Dispatch runs from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday, and same-day service is often possible in the Arlington core and nearby neighborhoods. We answer 24/7, so a call outside dispatch hours is booked into the next opening. Call (855) 349-3550 for a free estimate on your gate.

Frequently Asked Questions About Electric Gate Repair in Arlington

Schedule Your Electric Gate Repair Service in Arlington Today

Call (855) 349-3550 for a free estimate on your electric gate repair in Arlington. We answer 24/7, with fast dispatch from 7am to 7pm, Sunday through Friday. We’ll diagnose the actual operator on your gate, explain what failed, and put the price in writing before any work starts. No-obligation estimate, no guesswork. Call today.

Written by the team at Arlington Gate Service.