Electric Gate Repair in El Segundo, CA
Operators, sensors, hinges, rollers and keypads for El Segundo gates, from the Old Town streets to the Douglas station area. 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 El Segundo and gate repair in El Segundo from Emil Garage Doors cover swing and sliding gates, hinges, tracks, rollers, operators, control boards, sensors, remotes, keypads and backup batteries. We serve El Segundo from El Segundo High School in the north to the Douglas station in the south, and from Old Town Music Hall in the west to the Air Force Base near Aviation Boulevard in the east. Searching for gate repair near me or electric gate repair near me in El Segundo, ZIP 90245? 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 El Segundo.
A small residential area beside a large industrial district
Wikipedia says about three quarters of El Segundo's land is industrial or commercial and the Chevron refinery alone covers more than a quarter of the city, so most homes sit in a small part of it. The 2020 census counted 7,500 housing units. City-stats.com, which republishes 2023 American Community Survey data, puts the median year built at 1963 and says 46 percent of homes are single-family and 54 percent multi-family.
According to the Census Bureau's QuickFacts for 2019-2023, about 43 percent of homes are owner-occupied. One local guide describes Old Town as the family neighborhood, while Smoky Hollow is an industrial-to-mixed-use area with few traditional houses. We could not confirm any gated community or HOA in El Segundo, so check your own association's rules.
For single-family driveways and for apartment and condo entries we start with the gate itself, then test the operator, keypad, receiver and safety sensors.
- Gates on homes and apartments from the 1960s onward
- Shared entries with keypads and receivers
- Swing and sliding gates on single-family lots
Gates we service in and near El Segundo
Gate styles from the neighborhood and the communities next door. Click a photo to enlarge.
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.
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What El Segundo's conditions do to a gate
Los Angeles International Airport borders El Segundo on the north and is the nearest station we found. Its 1991-2020 normals show mean maximum temperatures of 83.7 degrees in July, 86.0 in August and 90.7 in September and about 12.23 inches of rain a year, and Wikipedia says the airport area gets a near-constant sea breeze and some of the coolest summers in the region.
With the Pacific Ocean on the city's west side, salt in coastal air can corrode steel hinges, bolts and electronics faster than inland air. Wikipedia's Los Angeles climate page also says strong, dry Santa Ana winds blow mainly from late September to early May, and wind can bring debris and power problems that stop an operator in mid-cycle.
Rinse and lubricate hinges and tracks, wipe the sensor lenses and test the backup battery before the windy season.
- Rinse salt from hinges, bolts and tracks
- Wipe photo-eye lenses and clear the track
- Test the backup battery before the windy season
Why gates in El Segundo stop working
Some of these have a quick check you can try. If they do not solve it, call us.
| What you notice | Likely cause | What we do |
|---|---|---|
| Sliding gate jumps or scrapes on its track | Worn wheels, a dirty or bent track or a loose guide roller | Clean and straighten the track, replace wheels and rollers |
| Gate opens by itself or will not stay closed | A stuck input, a loop or sensor fault, or a loose latch | Trace the input, repair the sensor, realign the latch |
| Keypad or intercom is dead | Water in the unit, a wiring fault or a failed unit | Test the wiring, dry out or replace the keypad or intercom |
| Swing gate will not latch | The gate has dropped or the strike has moved | Realign the gate and the latch |
| Operator is slow or noisy | Dry hinges or bearings, a worn gear or arm, or a weak battery | Lubricate, replace the worn part, test the battery |
| Gate opens one way only | A limit setting, an obstruction or a failed board input | Reset the limits, clear the path, test the board |
Never stand in the path of an automatic gate while you test it.
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.
What customers say
Real reviews from our Google listing, copied as the customers wrote them.
I woke up to a loud crash when a tree in my front yard fell over and hit my garage door. Emil Garage Doors was able to give be a really good price on a new garage door. They uninstalled the old, damaged door and realigned the tracks the garage door connects to which had been damaged as well. The new door looks great and most importantly functions well. Thank you for going above and beyond in my time of need!Stuart · Google review
They were able to come within a few hours of my call. Another company could only give me a 4 hour window of arrival time the next day, but these guys was able to give me a 2 hour window the same day. One the guys called before arriving. He was friendly and competent in explaining the problem and our options. I was so grateful he had replacement springs and was able to fix our garage door in less than an hour.David · Google review
Not paying attention I closed the garage door on a pipe laying in the track. Needless to say it did some damage even though the automatic reverse opened the door back up. Emailed what happened on Sunday evening. Appointment with quote provided in just a few minutes and appointment confirmed. Once again they arrived on time. Completed repairs quickly and for less then the quote. Cleaned up like they were never there. I highly recommend them and will continue to use them for my garage door repairs.Carroll · Google review
Technician showed up on time, assessed our issue & presented replacement options. He proceeded to install new equipment during the same visit and everything was finished in less than two hours. We were impressed with the performance of our tech. It’s easy for us to recommend this company.Kathleen · Google review
The replacement of my broken spring was done quickly and professionaly. I was also provided an explanation on why the tension was set as it was. I was called in advance to be informed of the arrival time. Great job as it has been in the pastFrancine · Google review
My garage door spring broke the other evening and I was unable to open my door. I contacted them first thing the next day. They were able to give me an appointment for later in that day. The service technician called prior to arrival as promised & arrived shortly afterwards. He recommended some additional service to the door in addition to the springs which I accepted. The door was repaired in less than 2 hours & now works better than ever. Thank youBrandi · Google review
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Swing, sliding and automatic gates in El Segundo
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 |
Permits, HOAs and emergency access in El Segundo
City permits. El Segundo's Building and Safety Division is part of the Community Development Department, at elsegundo.gov; search results list the city at 350 Main Street, and a city police-site page lists the main number as (310) 524-2200. Permit applications go through the city's E-Z Permit Hub, according to a summary of city text. We found conflicting Building and Safety phone numbers on city documents and third-party guides, so use the number on the city's current page.
We could not confirm a gate-specific permit rule for gates, gate operators or their wiring. Ask Building and Safety before a new gate or new electrical work.
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.
El Segundo gate repair: questions we hear
Is there gate repair near me in El Segundo?
Yes. Emil Garage Doors repairs swing and sliding driveway gates in El Segundo (ZIP 90245) 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 El Segundo?
Yes. Electric gate repair near me in El Segundo 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 El Segundo?
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 El Segundo?
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 code do you serve in El Segundo?
El Segundo uses ZIP code 90245, which zip-codes.com lists as the only ZIP code for the city. Call us with your address if you are not sure we reach you.
Does ocean air shorten the life of a gate in El Segundo?
Salt in coastal air can corrode steel hinges, bolts and electronics faster than inland air. Rinsing and lubricating hinges and tracks and having the controls checked helps, and we replace corroded parts when we repair a gate.
Does my gate repair in El Segundo need a permit?
We could not confirm a gate-specific rule for El Segundo. Ask the city's Building and Safety Division whether your job, especially new electrical work or a new gate, needs a permit.
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.
Do you repair garage doors in El Segundo too?
Yes. See garage door repair in El Segundo 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 El Segundo
Los Angeles and the airport lie to the north of El Segundo, Manhattan Beach to the south and the Pacific Ocean to 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.
Helpful electric gate guides for El Segundo homeowners
- Electric Gate Will Not Open : What to Check Power, sensors, remotes and the manual release: a short checklist for an electric gate that will not open, and when to call a repair technician.
- Solar Gate Opener Not Working : Panels, Batteries and Shade Solar gate opener clicking, flashing red or dead? Match the symptom to a cause: shade, a dirty panel, a low battery or too many cycles. Know when to call.
- Electric Gate Will Not Close All the Way An electric gate that stops short or reopens usually has a blocked path, a dirty sensor or a gate that drags. Here are five safe checks and when to call.
Gate stuck or not opening in El Segundo?
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