Garage Door and Gate Repair Houston: 11 Companies for Springs, Openers & Driveway Gates

If you need garage door and gate repair Houston service, the city has a group of local companies that fix both, so one technician can handle a broken spring and a stuck driveway gate in the same visit. The 11 companies below all list gate repair and mention garage door or overhead door work on their profiles. A spring job or an opener repair usually costs a few hundred dollars, and gate operator fixes start in a similar range.

All of them come from Repairior’s Houston directory, and none paid to be listed. Below you’ll find the list, a comparison table, typical 2026 costs for both doors and gates, and tips on when one combined company is the smart call.

11 Garage Door & Gate Repair Companies in Houston

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Compare Houston Garage Door and Gate Companies

Here’s a side-by-side look. “Listed as 24/7” is based only on the hours each business shows on its Repairior profile.

Company	Area	What they work on	Listed as 24/7
Top Fix Garage Doors & Gates	Serves Houston (mobile)	Garage doors and springs, gate repair and welding, LiftMaster gate openers	No
Diamond Tech Garage & Gate	Fannin St, Texas Medical Center 77030	Torsion springs, garage door system checks and installs, gate repair	No
WDB Garage Door & Gate	W 34th St, northwest Houston 77092	Automated gates, keypads, intercoms, remotes, gate motors, garage doors	No
Garage & Gate Service Pros	Thornton Rd, north Houston 77018	Driveway and electric gates, keypads, mag locks, garage doors, openers, springs	No
Fast Service Garage Door and Gates	Serves Houston (mobile)	Garage door repair and replacement, springs, sensors, gate repair	No
Benjamins Gate Service	Oasis Dr, Meyerland 77096	Residential gates, sagging side gates, gate openers, garage door springs	Yes
My Garage And Gates	Grant Rd, Cypress 77429	Driveway gates, gate openers, iron and steel fencing, garage doors	No
Cypress Garage And Gates	Telge Rd, Cypress 77429	Driveway and commercial gates, solar gate operators, new garage doors	No
Pro Garage & Gates	Serves Houston (mobile)	Gate and gate opener repair, wall remotes, garage door repair and replacement	No
Universal Garage Door & Gate Repair	N 8th St, La Porte 77571	Automatic gates, gate openers, garage door springs and repairs	Yes
Holliday Door & Gate Systems	Griggs Rd, southeast Houston 77023	Commercial gate systems, gate operators, overhead doors	Yes

When One Company for Garage Door & Gate Repair Makes Sense

A lot of Houston homes have both an automatic garage door and a powered driveway gate. They break for different reasons, but the skills overlap more than you’d think: motors, logic boards, remotes, safety sensors and heavy moving parts.

Calling a combined company works well when:

• Both systems act up after the same event. A lightning strike or power surge can take out a garage opener and a gate board on the same night.
• You want one remote setup. Pairing car buttons, wall controls and keypads for both the garage and the gate is easier with one tech on site.
• You’re tired of paying two trip fees. One service call for two problems is often cheaper than two separate visits.
• You manage a small property. Townhome groups and small offices with an overhead door and an entry gate like having one number to call.

A specialist still makes sense for big jobs. A full custom iron gate build, a commercial slide gate with card access, or a high-cycle overhead door at a warehouse may be better served by a company that focuses on just that. Holliday Door & Gate Systems, for example, is set up for commercial gate systems and overhead doors rather than homes.

Garage Door Openers vs Gate Operators: How They Differ

Both are motors that move something heavy on command, but the hardware and the failure points aren’t the same.

Springs do the lifting on a garage door

On a sectional garage door, the springs carry almost all of the weight. The opener just guides the door. When a torsion spring snaps, the door suddenly feels like it weighs a few hundred pounds, and the opener strains or quits. That’s why spring replacement is the most common garage door call.

The operator does the work on a gate

A driveway gate has no springs balancing it. The gate operator pushes or pulls the full weight every cycle, so hinges, rollers and track condition matter a lot. A stiff gate wears out the motor and can trip the obstruction sensing.

Different exposure to weather

A garage opener lives indoors. A gate operator sits outside in the Houston sun, rain and humidity, often within reach of floodwater. Outdoor boards, batteries and keypads simply take more abuse.

Similar safety rules

Both are covered by UL 325. Garage doors use photo eyes near the floor and an auto-reverse function. Automatic gates need two independent types of entrapment protection, and the gate hardware itself should follow ASTM F2200.

Common Garage Door and Gate Problems

Garage door

• Loud bang, door won’t lift: a broken torsion spring.
• Door reverses before it closes: misaligned or dirty photo eyes, or the close force setting is off.
• Opener hums but nothing moves: broken spring, stripped gear or a jammed door.
• Door hangs crooked: a frayed or slipped cable.
• Noisy, jerky travel: worn rollers or dry hinges.

Driveway gate

• Gate dead after a storm: tripped breaker, blown transformer or surge-damaged board.
• Gate opens partway and stops: photo eye blocked, safety edge triggered, or the gate is binding.
• Keypad or remote ignored: water in the keypad, bad receiver or a dead remote battery.
• Gate sags or won’t latch: worn hinges or a post that moved in Houston’s clay soil.
• Mag lock won’t hold: misaligned plates or a failed power supply.

Garage Door and Gate Repair Costs in Houston (2026)

These are typical ranges, not quotes. Use them to budget and to sanity-check what you’re told. Final prices depend on parts, door or gate size, and how fast you need someone.

Job	Typical Houston range (2026)
Service call and diagnosis	$75–$150
Garage door torsion spring replacement (pair)	$200–$450
Garage door cable or roller replacement	$150–$375
Garage door opener repair	$125–$375
New garage door opener, installed	$450–$900
Gate photo eye or safety edge replacement	$150–$400
Gate keypad, intercom or receiver replacement	$175–$650
Gate operator control board	$350–$950
Gate hinge or sag repair	$150–$450
New residential gate operator, installed	$1,000–$3,500
New single garage door, installed	$1,100–$3,000

Ask whether the company waives or reduces the second service fee when you book a garage door job and a gate job on the same visit.

Same-Day Garage Door & Gate Repair: What to Expect

A car stuck behind a garage door or a gate that won’t close at night are the two calls that can’t wait until next week. Several companies above lean into speed:

• Benjamins Gate Service, Universal Garage Door & Gate Repair and Holliday Door & Gate Systems are listed as open 24 hours.
• Diamond Tech’s customers describe technicians arriving within a couple of hours for spring calls.
• Top Fix advertises emergency gate repair.
• Pro Garage & Gates lists its office as open until 10 PM, and Cypress Garage And Gates until 8 PM.

Same-day work goes faster when the tech knows what parts to bring. Spring size, opener brand and gate operator model make a big difference. Expect higher rates late at night or on weekends.

Safety Rules Before the Tech Arrives

• Don’t try to replace or adjust garage door torsion springs yourself. They hold a lot of stored energy and cause serious injuries.
• If a spring is broken, leave the door closed and don’t keep pressing the opener.
• Pull the gate’s manual release only with the power off and the gate fully stopped.
• Never open a gate operator housing or touch wiring while it’s powered.
• Don’t bypass photo eyes on either system. A door or gate that closes without sensing is dangerous for kids and pets.

Houston Conditions That Hit Both Doors and Gates

Summer heat bakes gate operators and the attic-hot air in a garage shortens opener life too. Afternoon thunderstorms bring lightning surges that hit both systems at once. A whole-home or point-of-use surge protector is cheap compared with two logic boards.

Hurricane season adds wind load on tall garage doors and flooding risk for low-mounted gate equipment. After high water, have both checked before you run them. Humidity also rusts iron gates and garage door hardware, so a yearly tune-up pays off.

Neighborhood matters too. Older homes near the Heights, Oak Forest and Garden Oaks often add a driveway gate to a detached garage. Memorial and River Oaks properties tend to have heavy iron gates. In Katy and Cypress, subdivision homes commonly pair a two-car garage with a swing gate, and the HOA may run the entrance gate.

How to Choose a Garage Door and Gate Company

• Confirm they work on both. Every company here lists gate repair, but ask about your exact garage door issue too.
• Share both model numbers. Garage opener and gate operator labels help them bring the right parts.
• Ask for itemized pricing. Service fee, parts and labor for each system, listed separately.
• Ask about warranties on springs, openers and gate parts.
• Check distance. A Cypress or La Porte shop may cost more to reach central Houston than a nearby one.
• Watch for upselling. A worn spring doesn’t always mean you need a new door.

How to Get a Fast, Accurate Quote

1. Photograph the garage door springs, cables and the opener label.
2. Photograph the gate, its operator label and any keypad or intercom.
3. Record a short video of each system trying to run.
4. Note when the problem started and anything that happened before it, like a storm or outage.
5. Say if you need same-day service and when someone can be home.
6. Submit everything through Repairior’s free quote request to hear back from local companies.

Related Gate Services in Houston

• Garage-only jobs: garage door repair in Houston and garage door opener repair in Houston.
• All gate types and materials: gate repair in Houston.
• Operators, boards and sensors: automatic gate repair in Houston.
• Iron, wood and aluminum gates at home: driveway gate repair in Houston.
• LiftMaster units: LiftMaster gate repair in Houston.
• Power and surge problems: electric gate repair in Houston.

You can also compare residential gate repair and gate operator repair companies in Houston.

Garage Door and Gate Repair Houston: FAQs

Do garage door companies fix driveway gates?

Some do. Every company on this list offers gate repair alongside garage door or overhead door work, but always describe your gate type and operator when you call.

Is it cheaper to have one company fix my garage door and gate?

Often, yes, because you pay one service call instead of two. Ask about combined pricing when you book.

How much does garage door and gate repair cost in Houston?

A spring replacement typically runs $200–$450 and a garage opener repair $125–$375. Gate fixes range from about $150 for sensors or hinges to $950 for a control board.

Can I get same day garage door & gate repair?

Yes, in many cases. Three companies here are listed as open 24 hours, and others describe same-day or next-day visits.

Can the same remote open my garage door and gate?

Often it can, if both receivers accept the same type of signal. A tech can check compatibility and program car buttons, keypads or a multi-button remote.

Why did my garage door and gate both stop working after a storm?

A power surge or lightning strike can damage both logic boards at once. Check breakers and GFCI outlets first, then call for a diagnosis.

Should I replace a broken garage door spring myself?

No. Torsion springs are under high tension and are a common cause of serious injuries. Leave spring work to a technician.

How do I find garage door and gate repair near me?

Check the Area column above for a company close to your ZIP, then request quotes so nearby companies can reply.

Conclusion

For garage door and gate repair in Houston, homeowners save time by booking one company that handles both systems. Shortlist two or three companies near you, send photos of both openers and a quick video of each problem, and compare itemized quotes. Fix springs, sensors and boards early and you’ll avoid paying for a bigger replacement later.

About This Guide

Editorial policy: This page uses the business profiles in Repairior’s Houston directory. Company descriptions stick to details on each profile, and costs are typical Houston planning ranges, not prices from any listed company.

Transparency: No company paid to be listed or ranked here. We have not inspected, tested or hired these businesses, so confirm services, pricing and warranties directly before you book.

About the author: Written by Reylina U and reviewed by the Repairior Editorial Team, which covers home and property repair services in Houston and other cities to help people compare local pros and request free quotes.