Apollo Gate Repair Houston: Battery, Solar Panel and Control Board Fixes With Free Quotes

For Apollo gate repair Houston jobs, owners have two kinds of help: gate operator specialists who work on many brands, and parts suppliers who can source Apollo and Nice components. Most Apollo calls come down to a tired battery, a weak solar charge or a control board fault, and those fixes usually cost a few hundred dollars. Below are 11 Houston gate operator companies, what they work on, and what each common fix tends to cost.

Every company here comes from Repairior’s Houston directory, and none of them paid to be listed. To be clear up front: none of these companies’ profiles mention Apollo by name. They are automatic gate operator companies, so give them your Apollo model number and confirm they have Apollo or Nice parts and experience before you book.

11 Gate Operator Companies for Apollo Gate Repair in Houston

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A note on brands: Gate Openers Direct’s profile says it carries FAAC and Viking, and a few profiles describe LiftMaster work. That tells you these teams handle a range of operators, but it does not confirm Apollo service. One phone call with your model number settles it.

Compare Houston Apollo Gate Opener Repair Options

Details come from each company’s Repairior profile. “Listed as 24/7” means the business lists itself as open 24 hours.

Company	Area	What they work on	Listed as 24/7
Gate Openers Direct	Blalock Rd, northwest Houston 77080	Operator sales, installs and repairs, intercoms, card readers, troubleshooting help	No
Houston Security Gates	Nunn St, southeast Houston 77087	Opener repair and replacement, control boards, welding, access equipment	No
H & R Operator Services, Inc.	Fite Rd, Pearland 77584	Gate operators, access control, commercial entry gates	No
Menking Gates and Access Control	Serves Houston (mobile)	Gate operators, gate batteries, access control for homes and ranches	Yes
Spectrum Automatic Gate Services	Serves Houston (mobile)	Automatic gate operators, openers, access controls, entry gates	No
Automatic Gate Company	Oak Tree Dr, northwest Houston 77080	Opener repair and replacement, slide and swing systems, access control	No
Houston Automatic Gates	W Little York Rd, Acres Home 77091	Opener repair, driveway and community gates, magnetic locks	No
Rampart Welding Services, Fence and Access	Rampart St, Gulfton 77081	Operator diagnostics, transformers and board power, keypads, welding	No
Power Gate Systems	Cypress Station Dr, north Houston 77090	Gate operators, openers, access controls, motor repairs	No
Gates in Motion, Inc.	Lakeville Dr, Kingwood 77339	Gate openers and entry systems for homes, HOAs and condos	No
Same Day Gates Service & Repair	W Mt Houston Rd, north Houston 77038	Opener repair, smartphone control upgrades, slide and swing gates	No

If your Apollo runs a ranch or acreage gate out past Cypress, Katy or Pearland, ask about trip charges up front. Rural calls often carry a travel fee.

Apollo Gate Openers: What You Probably Have

Apollo built its name on DC, battery-powered gate operators, and the brand is now sold under Nice. You will see labels that say Apollo, Nice Apollo, or just Nice on newer units. Parts often cross over, which helps when you need a replacement.

Common Apollo models on Houston-area properties include the 1500 and 1550 swing operators for single or dual residential gates, and the heavier 1600 series for longer or heavier swing gates. Many run on solar power with a battery, which is why they are so common on ranch, farm and rural driveway gates where running power is expensive.

Before you call anyone, open the control box and photograph:

• The model label on the operator or the box.
• The control board, including any part number printed on it.
• The battery labels.
• The solar panel or the plug-in charger.

That set of photos lets a technician tell you over the phone whether they can help and what parts to bring.

Apollo Gate Opener Troubleshooting

Many Apollo gate opener not working calls have simple causes. Here is how the common symptoms usually break down. Do the visual checks yourself, and leave the electrical work to a technician.

Apollo gate opener will not open

• Dead or weak battery. The most common cause by far. If the gate moves slowly or only in the afternoon, the battery is not holding a charge.
• No charge from solar or the charger. A dirty, shaded or damaged panel, or a failed plug-in charger, leaves the battery drained.
• Remote or keypad problem. Try another remote and the keypad. If one works and the other does not, the issue is the transmitter, not the opener.
• Tripped safety input. A blocked photo eye or a stuck edge sensor can hold the gate in place.
• Control board fault. Lightning, surges and water in the box all kill boards.

Apollo gate opener keeps opening and closing

A gate that starts, stops and reverses is usually sensing an obstruction. The cause is often a hinge that binds, a gate that drags on the driveway, or force settings that no longer match the gate. A battery that is nearly dead can cause the same behavior, because the motor stalls and the board reads it as a blockage. Misaligned photo eyes are another usual suspect.

Apollo gate opener opens by itself

Check the obvious first: a remote stuck in a cup holder, a neighbor’s transmitter coded to the same setting, or an exit probe or vehicle loop triggered by something near the driveway. Then think Houston. Fire ants love the warmth of a gate control box, and a nest across the board terminals can trigger it. Moisture and a failing board can do the same.

Apollo gate opener remote not working

Replace the remote battery first. If the remote still fails, it may need to be relearned to the receiver, or the receiver may be failing. Older code-switch remotes are easy to copy, so many owners upgrade the receiver and remotes at the same time.

Apollo Gate Opener Battery Replacement and Solar Charging

Apollo gate opener battery replacement is the single most common repair. Most units use sealed lead-acid 12-volt batteries, sometimes in pairs. In Houston heat, expect roughly two to four years before they fade, sometimes less in a dark green box sitting in full sun.

Signs your battery is done:

• The gate runs slower than it used to.
• It works in the afternoon but not early morning.
• It stops halfway or reverses for no reason.
• The board beeps or shows a low-battery warning.

Replace batteries as a matched set with the same voltage and similar size. On solar systems, also check the panel. Pollen, bird droppings, a new tree branch, or a cracked panel can cut charging badly. During cloudy stretches of hurricane season, a small panel may not keep up with a busy gate, and a larger panel or a plug-in charger can help.

Apollo Gate Opener Reset and Control Board Repair

An Apollo gate opener reset usually means cutting all power, then restoring it. A technician will disconnect the charger or solar input and the battery, wait, reconnect, and then check the limits and settings. Some boards have a reset or learn button, and the exact steps vary by board, so follow the manual for your model.

If a reset does not help, the board may be damaged. Control boards fail from lightning, power surges, water, ants and age. A technician will test battery voltage and board power before replacing anything, because a weak battery can look like a dead board.

Apollo gate opener replacement parts, including boards, motors, arms, receivers and batteries, are available through Nice dealers and gate suppliers. Ask whether the company stocks them or how long an order takes. Older discontinued boards may need a newer replacement board or an adapter.

Apollo Gate Repair Cost in Houston

These are typical ranges, not quotes, for planning Apollo gate operator repair in the Houston area in 2026. Parts availability, model age, single vs dual gates and travel distance all affect the final number.

Repair	Typical Houston range (2026)
Service call and diagnosis	$95–$175
Battery replacement (installed)	$150–$350
Solar panel replacement	$150–$450
Plug-in charger or transformer	$100–$300
Control board replacement	$350–$900
Motor or operator arm replacement	$400–$1,100
Receiver and remotes	$75–$300
Photo eyes or safety edge	$150–$450
New single-gate operator (any brand)	$1,200–$2,800
New dual-gate operator (any brand)	$2,000–$4,500

Typical ranges, not quotes. A ranch gate far from town or a heavy dual gate tends to sit at the top end.

Are Apollo Gate Openers Good, and Should You Repair or Replace?

Apollo operators have a long track record on residential and rural gates, mostly because of their DC design and solar options. Plenty of them run for many years with only new batteries. So yes, a working Apollo is usually worth keeping.

Repair when the problem is a battery, panel, charger, remote, sensor or a single board, and the arms and motor are in good shape. Consider replacing with a current Nice model or another brand when:

• The board is discontinued and no replacement fits.
• Both the board and the motor need replacing at once.
• The gate is heavier or longer than the operator was rated for.
• The system lacks the entrapment protection current rules expect.

Any new operator should meet UL 325, and the gate should meet ASTM F2200. That means photo eyes or sensing edges where needed and no pinch points or gaps that can trap a person. Never open a control box to work on live 120-volt wiring or a charger. Disconnect power and use the manual release, or call a technician.

How to Choose a Company for Your Apollo Opener

• Ask directly: “Do you work on Apollo or Nice operators, and which models?”
• Ask whether they carry Apollo batteries, boards and arms or order them.
• Find out if they will test battery and board voltage before quoting a board.
• Get the price in writing, including the trip charge.
• Ask what warranty covers parts and labor.
• For rural or ranch gates, confirm they serve your area.

How to Get a Fast, Accurate Apollo Gate Repair Quote

1. Photograph the model label, the control board and the battery labels.
2. Note whether the gate runs on solar or a plug-in charger.
3. Describe the symptom exactly: won’t open, opens by itself, keeps reversing, slow, remote dead.
4. Say whether it is a single or dual gate, swing or slide, and roughly how long the gate is.
5. Mention anything that happened first, like a storm, a power outage or a new battery.
6. Send the same details to two or three companies through Repairior’s free quote form.

Related Gate Services in Houston

If you are comparing operator brands, our LiftMaster gate repair Houston list covers the other big name. For power and wiring problems, see electric gate repair in Houston. The automatic gate repair Houston guide covers sensors, loops and keypads, and driveway gate repair Houston covers hinges, posts and rust. For everything else, start with gate repair Houston.

You can also browse Houston companies for swing gate repair and residential gate repair.

Apollo Gate Repair Houston: FAQs

Who does Apollo gate opener repair near me in Houston?

Gate operator specialists like the companies above work on automatic openers. None of their profiles name Apollo, so call with your model number and confirm Apollo or Nice experience and parts first.

Why is my Apollo gate opener not working?

The usual causes are a dead battery, a solar panel or charger that has stopped charging, a remote problem, a blocked safety sensor or a damaged control board. Start with the battery.

How do I reset an Apollo gate opener?

Disconnect the charger or solar input and the battery, wait, then reconnect and check the settings. Steps vary by board, so use your model’s manual or let a technician do it.

Why does my Apollo gate opener keep opening and closing?

It is usually sensing resistance from a binding hinge, a dragging gate, a weak battery or force settings that need adjustment. Misaligned photo eyes can also cause it.

Why does my Apollo gate open by itself?

Look for a stuck remote, a triggered exit probe or loop, moisture, or fire ants in the control box. A failing board can also send false open signals.

How often should Apollo gate opener batteries be replaced?

In Houston heat, roughly every two to four years. Replace them as a matched set, and check the solar panel or charger at the same time.

Where do I get Apollo gate opener replacement parts?

Apollo is now part of Nice, so Nice dealers and gate suppliers carry many parts. Ask a local operator company to source them and confirm the part fits your model.

Are Apollo gate openers good?

They are a common, long-lived choice for residential and ranch gates, especially solar setups. Most problems are battery or charging issues rather than failures of the operator itself.

Conclusion

Most Apollo gate repair Houston calls start with the battery or the charging source, so check those first. If the gate still misbehaves, photograph the model label and board, call two or three of the operator companies above, and confirm they have Apollo or Nice parts before you book. That one question saves a wasted trip charge.

About This Guide

Editorial policy: Company details in this guide come from each business’s Repairior profile, including its listed services, address and hours. Brand and model information about Apollo operators is general guidance, and cost figures are typical planning ranges for the Houston area, not quotes from the companies listed.

Transparency: No company paid to appear in this list, and the order is not a ranking. None of the listed profiles mention Apollo by name. Repairior does not inspect, test or hire the businesses listed, so confirm brand experience, insurance and warranty terms directly before you book.

About the author: This guide was written by Reylina U for the Repairior Editorial Team, which covers home and property repair services across Texas and helps readers compare local contractors and request free quotes.