Xavier, Jones Road, Sunset Valley
Security Fencing
- Material
- anti-climb steel panels
- Size
- 200 ft perimeter run
- Est. investment
- $11,500 to $15,000
- Est. duration
- 3 to 4 days
A yard with a thin chain link perimeter that was cut twice
Security Gate Installation in Georgetown, TX
Georgetown Metal Gates is Central Texas's trusted expert in security gate installation, specializing in anti-climb steel panels, hinge guards and protected latches. We offer galvanized steel and powder-coated steel leaves in swing, slide and cantilever layouts, plus an ornamental walk-through gate that matches the main entry.
Steel Gates Built to Keep People Out
Our team provides security gates for residential and commercial properties, from a corner lot needing a see-through gate to a 200 ft perimeter run. Across 1,412 projects and 11 years, we have seen how a gate gets defeated, and we build each leaf to close those routes.
From the first look at the fence line to the final test of the latch, our team handles every part of the job. Serving Georgetown, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Leander and Sunset Valley, we send the same crew that measured the opening to build the leaf.
Call us for a free estimate, and we will tell you which weak point on your current gate to fix first.
What you can hold us to
The Shop Behind Every Gate
11 yearsDrawing, welding and hanging gates from our Georgetown shop
1,412Gates, fences, railings and entry systems completed
3-yearWorkmanship warranty covering welds, hinge alignment, sag and travel
45 milesFrom the San Gabriel River to Lake Travis and West Lake Hills
What Makes a Gate a Security Gate
A security gate is chosen by how it resists a person, and the look of the leaf comes second. Anti-climb steel panels have no horizontal rails to step on, spacing tight enough to block foot and hand holds, and a top detail that gives nothing to grab. The table compares the usual choices by how they hold up.
| Gate type | Resists | Weak point to watch |
|---|---|---|
| Anti-climb steel panel | Climbing and cutting | Hinge side if unguarded |
| Standard picket gate | Casual entry | Horizontal rails give a foothold |
| Solid plate gate | Watching and climbing | Blocks sight lines and wind |
A yard with a thin chain link perimeter that was cut twice shows why wire fails the same way each time and steel does not.
A Hinge-Guarded Yard Gate on Jones Road
Investment and duration figures are estimates. Your written quote sets the final price and schedule.
Xavier's yard on Jones Road in Sunset Valley was fenced with thin chain link that had been cut twice, so the gate was only as strong as the wire beside it. We built a 200 ft perimeter run of anti-climb steel panels with spacing under four inches, then hung a gate in the same panels with a hinge guard over the pivot. The job took an estimated 3 to 4 days at an estimated $11,500 to $15,000, and the owner can still see through the steel, which he required.
What Every Security Gate Includes
- Steel Tubing Gauge & Wall Thickness
- posts of 11-gauge to 3/16-inch, rails of 14-gauge and pickets of 16-gauge on everything we fabricate
- Protective Coating & Finishing Process
- Multi-stage wash, zinc-phosphate primer and electrostatic polyester powder coat, 3 to 5 mils thick
- Corrosion Protection (Hot-Dip Galvanizing vs Pre-Galvanized)
- G90 hot-dip galvanized tube on posts and hollow rails so rust cannot start from the inside
- Post Footing Depth & Concrete Anchor Specifications
- Posts set 24 to 36 inches deep in concrete, sized to the soil on the lot
- Picket Spacing & Child/Pet Safety Gap
- 3.5 to 3.875 inches clear between pickets
- Gate Hinge Heavy-Duty Load Rating & Bearings
- Ball-bearing barrel hinges sized to the leaf weight
- Automatic Gate Operator Drive & Motor Type
- 24V DC continuous-duty operators sized to the leaf
- Entrapment Protection: Photo Eyes & Edge Sensors
- Monitored photo eyes plus edge sensors on every automatic gate, tested against our entrapment checklist before we leave
- Municipal Emergency Access Compliance
- Knox key switch or Opticom receiver on gates across fire lanes, as the fire marshal requires
- Slope Racking vs Stepping Capability
- Rackable panels follow a slope; steps are used where the grade is too steep to rack
- Picket Finial & Security Top Style
- Spear, triad, flare, fleur-de-lis or flat-top finials, chosen per lot and per city rule
- Bottom Ground Clearance
- 2 to 3 inches of clearance above lawn grade, less over paved drives
- Smart Access Control & Intercom System
- Video intercom, keypad or phone entry with delivery codes
- Gate Fall Protection & Mechanical Travel Stops
- Gate catchers and positive travel stops on every swing and slide leaf
- Solar Power & Battery Backup Readiness
- Solar panel with dual-battery backup where trenching power is not practical
Gate Locks, Hinges and Top Details
Most forced gates fail at the hinge or the latch, so ball-bearing barrel hinges sized to the leaf weight and a protected latch get the attention. A hinge guard covers the pivot, and a welded latch cover keeps a tool from reaching the bolt. At the top, spear, triad, flare, fleur-de-lis or flat-top finials, chosen per lot and per city rule, leave no gap to climb through.
Security Gate Cost in Georgetown
Single-leaf swing gate with operator
- Est. investment
- $2,500 to $5,000 for the full system
- Est. duration
- 1 to 2 days
Galvanized steel, powder coat, one operator, photo eyes and keypad
Automated two-leaf swing entry
- Est. investment
- $4,000 to $8,000 for the full system
- Est. duration
- 2 to 3 days
Two leaves, two operators, ball-bearing hinges, battery backup
Automated track-guided slide gate
- Est. investment
- $1,500 to $5,000 for the full system
- Est. duration
- 2 to 3 days
Track set in concrete, chain or rack drive, edge sensors
Cantilever gate clearing a wide or sloped entry
- Est. investment
- $6,000 to $10,000 for the full system
- Est. duration
- 2 to 4 days
Counterbalanced carriage, rack-and-pinion drive, no ground track
Ornamental walk-through gate
- Est. investment
- $600 to $1,500 for each gate installed
- Est. duration
- 4 to 8 hours
Hand-built leaf, keyed or electric strike latch
Operator added to a gate you own
- Est. investment
- $1,800 to $3,800 for one operator system
- Est. duration
- 4 to 8 hours
Motor, photo eyes and remotes added to a gate you already own
Keypad or intercom access package
- Est. investment
- $680 to $4,500 for each system
- Est. duration
- 4 to 8 hours
Video intercom, keypad or phone entry, delivery codes
Welded ornamental fence
- Est. investment
- $50 to $85 a linear foot
- Est. duration
- 2 to 4 days
Galvanized tube, powder coat, rackable panels
Hand-wrought forged iron fence
- Est. investment
- $85 to $130 a linear foot
- Est. duration
- 3 to 6 days
Forged pickets and scrollwork, finish to the lot
Aluminum pool fence
- Est. investment
- $30 to $45 a linear foot
- Est. duration
- 1 to 3 days
Self-closing, self-latching gate priced extra
Stair or balcony rail in iron
- Est. investment
- $65 to $135 a linear foot
- Est. duration
- 5 to 10 hours
Field-measured, anchored to code height
Pivot entry door in iron or steel
- Est. investment
- $3,000 to $20,000 per door
- Est. duration
- 1 to 2 days
Thermal break, glass, pivot hardware
Spiral staircase
- Est. investment
- $1,300 to $6,000 per staircase
- Est. duration
- 1 to 14 days
Engineered, delivered and set with a hoist
Recurring gate service plan
- Est. investment
- $88 to $113 a gate each month
- Est. duration
- 1 to 3 hours
Inspection, lubrication, sensor and limit checks
Investment and duration figures are estimates. Your written quote sets the final price and schedule.
A security gate is priced by its width, the style of the leaf and the hardware on it. The table shows the welded ornamental fence, hand-forged wrought iron and operator added to a gate you own options we bid most, as estimated ranges.
| Scope | Est. price | Est. time on site |
|---|---|---|
| Welded ornamental fence | Est. $50 to $85 a linear foot | Est. 2 to 4 days |
| Hand-wrought forged iron fence | Est. $85 to $130 a linear foot | Est. 3 to 6 days |
| Single-leaf swing gate with operator | Est. $2,500 to $5,000 for the full system | Est. 1 to 2 days |
| Ornamental walk-through gate | Est. $600 to $1,500 for each gate | Est. 4 to 8 hours |
| Operator added to a gate you own | Est. $1,800 to $3,800 for one operator system | Est. 4 to 8 hours |
Typical security gates terms: 50% deposit, a progress draw of 25 to 40%, and the final 10 to 25% at commissioning. These figures are budgetary estimates, subject to change, and the written quote we issue after the site visit sets the final price and the schedule.
Risks, Safety Rules and Sight Lines
A security gate that traps a person is a risk of its own, so protecting people shapes the build. DASMA's guidance says most installations need at least two independent entrapment protection means in each direction and that at least two warning signs are displayed, and a gate manufacturer's safety summary puts controls at least 6 ft from the gate. DASMA says a vehicle operator is for vehicles only, so pedestrians need a separate gate. Texas law requires 811 notice before excavation, and the owner pays for any private locate. Georgetown limits a front-yard fence to 4 ft with 50% transparency and keeps a 25 ft sight triangle clear at corners, so a taller security leaf may belong behind the front setback.
How a Security Gate Is Installed
The process runs in the same order each time:
- Walk: we look at the opening, the fence line and the weak points of the current gate.
- Fabricate: the leaf and posts are built, galvanized and powder-coated in our shop.
- Set: the 811 locate comes first, then posts go in on the marked line.
- Hang: the leaf, hinge guard, latch cover and any operator are installed.
- Test: we check the sensors, the stops and the latch with a live reverse test.
A builder gate with a thin pipe frame that sagged in the first year is a common reason owners call us, because a stronger leaf needs a stronger post.
Gate Materials and Matching Pages
A security leaf can be galvanized steel or hand-forged wrought iron. See steel gates for tube construction, wrought iron gates for forged work and gate access control for entry devices.
Security Gate Owners Here Trust Us With
Our owner walks the opening with you before a drawing is made, and the people who measure it in Georgetown, Round Rock or Cedar Park also build and hang the leaf. A crew returns to correct any fault in welds, hinge alignment, gate sag or gate travel under our 3-year workmanship warranty.
Security Gate Service Areas
We install inside a 45-mile radius of Georgetown, including Round Rock, Cedar Park, Leander, Sunset Valley and Lost Creek. Work off Brodie Lane and near the Old Town overlay has taught us how each review treats a street-facing leaf.
Gate Styles We Also Install
Owners who add a security gate often pair it with security fencing, an automatic driveway gate or gate service contracts that keep the sensors tested.
Security Gate Questions From Georgetown Owners
What makes a gate hard to climb?
Anti-climb steel panels have no horizontal rails to step on and spacing under four inches, so a foot or hand has nothing to hold.
How much does a security gate cost?
Welded ornamental fence runs an estimated $50 to $85 a linear foot, and the written quote after the visit sets the final price.
Can I still see through a security gate?
Yes. Anti-climb steel panels have open spacing, so the owner can look through the leaf, which a solid plate does not allow.
What is a hinge guard?
A hinge guard is a steel cover over the pivot on a gate like the one in Sunset Valley, and it stops the pin from being driven out or the leaf lifted off.
How long does installation take?
A fence and gate run takes an estimated 2 to 4 days on site, as with Xavier's yard in Sunset Valley.
Do automatic security gates need sensors?
Yes. Monitored photo eyes plus edge sensors stop and reverse the leaf on contact, and DASMA's guidance says most installations need at least two independent entrapment protection means in each direction.
Request a Bid
Call us for a free estimate, and we will walk your gate in Georgetown, Round Rock or Leander and send a written quote.
Gates, Fences and Finishes
Start to finish
From Site Measure to the Final Safety Test
Site measure
We measure the opening, the grade and the swing or slide path before anything is drawn.
Drawings and approval
You approve a scaled drawing, the metal, the finish and the operator before steel is cut.
Shop fabrication
The gate is welded in our shop, then galvanized and powder coated before it leaves for your property.
Install and safety test
We set the posts, hang the gate, wire the operator and test every photo eye and safety edge with you.
Services
What Georgetown Crews Do Beside Security Gate Installation
Where we work
Where Georgetown Crews Take Security Gate Installation
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