A gate is the part of your fence you touch every day, so when it sags, sticks, or won’t latch, you notice fast. Whether you need a new walk gate for the back yard, a wide drive gate for the driveway, or a tired gate rehung and working again, we install and repair gates of every type across Fayetteville and Cumberland County.
Walk gates, drive gates, and what you need
Most homes need at least one walk gate, a standard 3- to 4-foot opening for getting into the yard. Larger properties often add a drive gate, a wide single or double gate that lets a vehicle, trailer, or mower through. Drive gates carry more weight and swing wider, so they need heavier posts and stronger hinges than a walk gate. We help you decide on placement, width, and swing direction so the gate fits how you actually use your property, and we match it to your wood, vinyl, aluminum, or chain-link fence.
How we build and hang your gate
Gates get the full BK Fence Standard. We measure the opening and plan the gate with you, call 811 before setting posts, and anchor the gate posts deep in concrete, because a gate post that shifts is the number one reason gates start to sag. We build the gate square, hang it on solid hinges, and set the latch so it closes clean and stays shut. Then we open and close it with you to make sure it swings true. You’ll have a written quote within 24 hours and a real start date.
Hardware, hinges, and latches
The hardware is what makes a gate last. We use heavy-duty hinges sized to the gate’s weight, latches that line up and hold, and drop rods or cane bolts on double drive gates to keep them steady. For pet and child safety, self-closing hinges and self-latching hardware are available, the same setup required on pool-code gates. Quality galvanized and coated hardware resists the rust our humid climate causes, so your gate keeps working season after season.
Automation basics
For wider drive gates, automation adds real convenience, opening the gate from your car instead of getting out in the rain. We can set up gate posts and framing to be automation-ready and talk through the basics of openers, keypads, and access so you can add a motorized operator now or down the road. Even if you’re not automating today, building the gate strong enough to handle it later is the smart move.
Common gate problems we fix
If your gate already exists but doesn’t work right, we repair it. Sagging gates that drag the ground, gates that won’t latch, broken or rusted hinges, and shifted gate posts are all routine fixes. Often the real issue is a gate post that wasn’t set deep enough, which we correct by re-setting it in concrete. If the whole fence is struggling, our fence repair service covers the rest.
Built for Sandhills conditions
Gates take the most stress of any part of a fence, and our local ground makes it worse. Sandy Cumberland County soil lets gate posts work loose, so we set them deep in concrete to handle the constant swinging and the push of summer storm winds. Humid NC heat is hard on cheap hardware, so we use rust-resistant hinges and latches. Before installing, we confirm your property line and check HOA and setback rules, especially for drive gates near the road.
Gate FAQ
Why does my gate keep sagging?
Almost always because the gate post has shifted or wasn’t set deep enough. We fix it by re-setting the post in concrete and rehanging the gate square on proper hinges.
Can you add a gate to my existing fence?
Yes. We can cut in and frame a new walk or drive gate on most existing fences and match the hardware and style.
Do you install automatic gates?
We build automation-ready drive gates and can walk you through opener and access options so you can motorize the gate now or later.
What makes a gate safe for a pool?
Pool-code gates need self-closing hinges and self-latching hardware at the right height, which we install as standard on pool enclosures.
Need a new gate or a fix for one that won’t behave? Call BK Fence Experts at (910) 466-8629 or request a free quote, and we’ll send a written price within 24 hours.