Electric Gate Repair in Burbank, CA
Operators, sensors, hinges, rollers and keypads for Burbank gates, from Magnolia Park and the Rancho Equestrian streets to the hills below the Verdugo Mountains. Tell us what the gate does and we book the soonest visit.
- Swing and sliding gate repair
- Operators, sensors and batteries
- Keypads, remotes and access control
- Garage doors at the same visit
Electric gate repair in Burbank and gate repair in Burbank from Emil Garage Doors cover swing and sliding gates, hinges, tracks, rollers, operators, control boards, sensors, remotes, keypads and backup batteries. We serve Burbank from Magnolia Park and the streets near City Hall to the neighborhoods near Hollywood Burbank Airport and the Verdugo Mountains, and we repair swing gates, sliding gates and their operators. Searching for gate repair near me or electric gate repair near me in Burbank, ZIP codes 91501, 91502, 91504, 91505 and 91506? Call (213) 340-4232, tell us what the gate does and we book the soonest visit. See gate repair near me. For the garage, see garage door repair in Burbank.
Swing, sliding and automatic gates in Burbank
Tell us which type you have when you call. The repair depends on it.
| Gate type | What usually fails | What we repair |
|---|---|---|
| Single swing gate | Hinges, post movement and latch alignment | Reset the post and hinges, then the latch |
| Double swing gate | Out-of-sync leaves and worn arms | Rebalance the leaves, repair the arms and the stops |
| Slide gate on a track | Rollers, guide wheels and track damage | Replace the wheels, repair the track, adjust the guides |
| Electric operator | Boards, capacitors, limit switches and batteries | Diagnose first, then repair or replace the failed part |
| Entry control | Keypad, intercom and receiver faults | Repair or replace and reprogram |
Mid-century houses, apartments and the Rancho
Burbank is in the southeastern San Fernando Valley. According to the Census Bureau's 2020-2024 American Community Survey estimates, the median home was built in 1959, about 44 percent of the city's housing units are single-family detached houses, and roughly 41 percent are in buildings of five or more units. Only about 43 percent of occupied homes are owner-occupied.
Wikipedia describes the Rancho Equestrian area, which has equestrian zoning and Riverside Drive as its main street, and Magnolia Park, centered on Magnolia Boulevard. Gates on houses that date from the post-war years are often well past their first operator, and apartment and condo entries bring shared remotes and keypads. We could not confirm any named gated or HOA community in Burbank, so check your own association's rules.
On a single-family driveway we start with the gate itself, the hinges, rollers and track, and then test the operator and the safety sensors. On a shared entry we also check the keypad, the receiver and who holds which remote.
- Gates and operators on houses from around 1959
- Shared entries at apartments and condos
- Keypads, remotes and sensors
How we repair a gate
Describe the problem
Tell us the neighborhood, the gate type and what you see and hear.
Inspect before we quote
We check posts, hinges, track, operator, sensors and the access control.
Price before work
You get the price and your options before we begin.
Repair, then safety test
We test the full cycle, the latch and every safety device before we go.
Gates we service in and near Burbank
Gate styles from the neighborhood and the communities next door. Click a photo to enlarge.
What Burbank's climate does to a gate
Wikipedia's table for the Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena airport station (1991-2020) lists mean daily highs of 86.7 degrees in July and 88.9 in August, with a record of 114 degrees on July 6, 2018. Rain is roughly 14 to 17 inches a year, mostly in winter. Summer heat ages backup batteries, plastic housings and lubricants.
Wikipedia's Glendale page says Santa Ana winds blow once or twice a year between October and December, with speeds up to 70 mph and gusts up to 100 mph in mountain passes. Wikipedia also records that the La Tuna Fire, which began on September 1, 2017, entered Burbank and led to mandatory evacuations of about 300 homes. A gate that cannot open during a power cut or an evacuation is a real problem, so the backup battery matters. Burbank Water and Power is a city-owned utility, but we could not confirm any outage figures.
Before fire and wind season, test the gate on battery power, learn the manual release, wipe the sensor lenses and check the hinges.
- Test the backup battery before summer
- Know where the manual release is
- Check hinges and sensors after strong wind
What customers say
Real reviews from our Google listing, copied as the customers wrote them.
Came out same day I place the request & was very professional and helpful. I’m pleased how quickly he got the job done and the garage door is working great now.Shawntae · Google review
I have been using them for few years. They are professional, reliable (especially in emergencies (springs breaking)), customer service is always polite and helpful, and their prices cannot be beat!!Deborah · Google review
Doesn't get any better than this guy! I have recently purchased a condo with a broken garage door opener. It was missing some brackets. I called them, and Emil came out promptly the next morning. On time! He was able to run back to his shop and get the bracket I needed. It took him less than an hour to complete the entire project! My garage door works great now. I said a little thank you to Emil as I opened my garage door late last night and drove in my garage. I would definitely call him again if I needed anything done with my garage door. Highly recommend, plus he's just a super nice guy, which the process so much easier. Thanks Emil!Winston · Google review
Emil Garage Doors are my GO TO business for all things related to garage door repair, replacement and door openers! Talk about the gold standard for superb professional courteous responsive customer service - these guys are always on time, their rates are very reasonable and IMO lowest in town, and their work is always quality - from spring replacements to extra FOB programming & delivery! The owner is the real deal and makes good on all promises - We love doing business with him and don't hesitate to refer this business to all. He's that good!Ryan · Google review
Called the office to let them know my issues and asked if we could get someone out to look at my door. Was told between 11-12...drove home from work at 11:05 and Emil was waiting and ready to get to work. Not knowing anything about how to fix a garage door, Emil did a great job explaining why I was having issues. Quoted a reasonable price (well at least what I thought was reasonable) and less than 40 minute later he had fixed the problem. Great customer service from intake of the call to fixing my door! If you need a garage door repair...support local business and give them your business, you won't be disappointed.Guadalupe · Google review
My garage door and opener were pretty banged up and not working properly. Emil Garage Doors came out, did a thorough evaluation of door and all it's parts. Even though the previous home owner rigged up the garage door opener with the wrong springs and parts, Emil repaired the door and saved us money by using some of the old parts. That kind of honesty will get 5 stars all day long. Thank you Emil Garage Doors for your great service.Bradford · Google review
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Services in this city
Gate will not open?
Operator, power, sensor and battery diagnosis for automatic gates.
Learn moreGate sags or drags?
Hinge, post, wheel and track repair for swing and sliding gates.
Learn moreKeypad or remote dead?
Keypads, receivers, intercoms and remotes, repaired or replaced.
Learn moreNeed a part?
Remotes, receivers and parts for gates and openers.
Learn moreGarage door acting up?
General garage door repair for the failed part and what wore with it.
Learn moreOpener not working?
Repair or replace chain, belt and wall-mount openers.
Learn moreKeeping the gate safe until the technician comes
A gate that moves wrong is a hazard. Leave a jammed gate where it is, keep the path clear and do not keep pressing the remote.
If you have to open a gate by hand, find the manual release first and follow the maker's directions. Tell us what you did when you call.
- Stop using the operator if the gate drags or hums
- Do not touch wiring or the control box
- Write down the brand, the gate type and what the gate does
Permits, HOAs and emergency access in Burbank
City permits. Burbank's Building and Safety Division is part of the Community Development Department at 150 N. Third Street, main line (818) 238-5220, with information on burbankca.gov. We could not confirm a gate-specific permit rule, so call the city before a new gate or new electrical work.
Fire hazard zone. The city says its hillside areas near the Verdugo Mountains are mapped as a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone and that owners in the zone must clear brush. We could not confirm which streets are included, so check the city's fire hazard map page for your address.
Emergency access. Gates can affect how fire and police reach a property. Ask the local fire department about key switch or Knox box requirements before you install or change a locked entry.
HOAs. If your neighborhood has an HOA with an architectural review board, ask before you change the design or color of a gate. We can write a scope of work for the review.
Safety standard. Automatic gate operators are covered by the UL 325 safety standard, which calls for entrapment protection such as photo eyes or safety edges. We test those devices before the gate goes back into service.
Burbank gate repair: questions we hear
Is there gate repair near me in Burbank?
Yes. Emil Garage Doors repairs swing and sliding driveway gates in Burbank (ZIP codes 91501, 91502, 91504, 91505 and 91506) and the neighborhoods next door. Call (213) 340-4232, tell us your street or neighborhood, the gate type and what it does, and we book the soonest visit. See gate repair near me.
Is there electric gate repair near me in Burbank?
Yes. Electric gate repair near me in Burbank means a technician who repairs the operator, control board, sensors, remotes and backup battery as well as the gate itself. Call (213) 340-4232 and we book the soonest visit. See electric gate repair.
What is the difference between gate repair and electric gate repair in Burbank?
Gate repair means the gate itself: hinges, posts, latches, wheels, tracks and frames. Electric gate repair means the parts that move it: the operator, control board, sensors, remotes, keypads and battery. Most service calls need both checked, so we start with the gate and then test the electronics. See gate repair.
Why does my electric gate hum but not open?
A humming operator with a gate that will not move usually means the gate is jammed or a part in the operator has failed, such as a capacitor or gear. Stop using it and call us before the motor burns out.
How much does gate repair cost in Burbank?
The price depends on what failed, the size and weight of the gate and the parts. We quote after we see the gate or photos, and before work starts.
My gate does not work during a power outage. What can I do?
Most operators have a manual release, and many can use a backup battery. Use the release as the manufacturer directs and call us. We test the battery and the control board, because a flat battery or a board that lost its settings after an outage is common.
Should electric gates be serviced?
Yes. A yearly check of the battery, sensors, hinges or track, and operator keeps a gate from failing at a bad time.
Can you repair a gate operator from any brand?
We repair most residential operators. Tell us the brand and model, or send a photo of the unit. If parts are no longer made we explain your options.
Which ZIP codes do you serve in Burbank?
We serve the street ZIP codes 91501, 91502, 91504, 91505 and 91506. Other Burbank ZIP codes are PO box only or belong to single companies. Call us if you are not sure we reach your address.
Do you repair gates in the hillside areas of Burbank?
Yes. The city says the hillside areas near the Verdugo Mountains are mapped as a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, and a gate on a slope can drift or strain its operator. We check the gate, the track and the operator, and test the battery backup.
Can a handyman fix a gate?
A handyman can handle a loose latch or a dead remote battery. A failed operator, a control board or a gate that has dropped off its hinges needs a technician who can test the controls and the safety devices.
Can you service a gate at a house in the Rancho Equestrian area?
Wikipedia says the Rancho area has equestrian zoning. Whatever the lot, we start with the gate, its hinges or track, and the operator, and then test the sensors and remotes.
Do you repair garage doors in Burbank too?
Yes. See garage door repair in Burbank for springs, cables, openers and new doors, and garage door repair near me. When you ask for both we can look at the gate and the garage door at the same address.
Also serving near Burbank
Burbank sits next to Glendale on the east and the Los Angeles neighborhoods of North Hollywood and Toluca Lake on the west. The pages below are our closest gate repair pages. Need help now? See gate repair near me, electric gate repair, gate repair or garage door repair near me.
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- Driveway Gate Installation Cost : Sliding vs Swing Driveway gate installation cost depends on the style, the driveway, the operator and the safety devices. Compare sliding and swing gates before you get a quote.
- Gate Stuck Open or Closed at Night: Safe Steps Before the Technician Comes Gate stuck open or closed at night? Follow these steps to stay safe, find a simple cause, use the manual release and give a technician what they need.
Gate stuck or not opening in Burbank?
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