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Top-Rated Driveway gate pros in Poway - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for GD Fence
GD Fence
5.0(
152
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Gate for Driveway or Security - Install or ReplaceGate for Driveway or Security - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Much better than I could have ever hoped for. Damian and his crew were so awesome. Such attention to detail! And I'm Type A so that matters a lot to me. I had some special needs because I'm a gardener and some of my gardens butt up against the fence. I begged for them to be careful...not one leaf was damaged!!! I had San Diego Fence out for an estimate. They did not even want to touch it because it wasn't going to be something they could just slap up. Damian hooked me up with the solar driveway gate guy. He was also great! A few of the best things...Damian is on site the entire time, they listen, they get done quickly, they stay till it's finished (no 7-3 like so many others), super easy to work with, and best of all...way cheaper than anyone else. I guess the best review would be how many people keep stopping by to admire it AND Damian got 4 extra jobs from neighbors. I just can't express how impressed and thankful I am to the guys at GD Fence!"
Vinyl fence
Fencing Project
Fencing Project
Iron fence around the pool
Vinyl fence

+54

Response time2 days
Recommended by54%of homeowners
Avatar for Automatic Door Specialists
Automatic Door Specialists
5.0(
5
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Gate for Driveway or Security - Install or ReplaceGate for Driveway or Security - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

ADS Automatic Door Specialists provides expert residential garage door repair, installation, and maintenance in San Diego County - "The ADS Way". We fix broken torsion springs, worn rollers and tracks, damaged panels, loose cables, and misaligned sensors, and we repair or replace garage door openers for all major brands. Our skilled technicians offer emergency same-day service and preventative tune-ups to keep your garage door safe, quiet, and reliable. From modern garage door upgrades to custom wood and steel doors, we deliver trusted craftsmanship and exceptional results.

Amarr Wood Tone
Clopay Modern Steel
Clopay Modern Steel
Clopay Modern Steel
Clopay Planks

+10

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Mega Power Electric, Inc
Mega Power Electric, Inc
5.0(
191
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Gate for Driveway or Security - Install or ReplaceGate for Driveway or Security - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Finally an honest Solar company!! I went through several companies trying to get quotes for one of my properties, either they were ridiculously expensive or they didn't return my calls. A friend of mine referred me to Mega Sun and I have to say I am very pleased. Within a couple days from the initial phone call I already had an estimate and once i decided to go with them the installation was completed in one week. Its been a little over a month since they completed the install and everything is working smoothly.

I was amazed at just how great the customer service was. I just want to say thank you to the whole team who helped out, I really appreciate all your hard work. Now I know you guys are the ones to call for all future jobs."
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+32

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for S&D Brushworks
S&D Brushworks
4.6(
269
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Gate for Driveway or Security - Install or ReplaceGate for Driveway or Security - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

"S&D Brushworks originally painted the exterior of our home a couple of years ago, and did such a great job on that, that we asked them to paint two of the bedrooms in our home this year. Once again, they have done an outstanding job. David gave us the original estimate, which was a reasonable price, and then adjusted it when we decided to have the popcorn ceiling removed and the ceiling repainted as well. We had all of the walls painted, with an accent wall in each room, as well as the doors, shelving, trim and baseboards. Omar was the painter for both rooms, and he did such a wonderful job. We were having the floors re-carpeted as well, and Omar came back at no additional charge to touch up all of the places that were dinged with the carpet installation. We will definitely continue to use S&D Brushworks as we continue to repaint the rest of the rooms in our house. We recommend them highly!"
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+25

Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Dandy Landscape Construction
Dandy Landscape Construction
4.8(
52
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Gate for Driveway or Security - Install or ReplaceGate for Driveway or Security - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

"Tom was an outstanding contractor.  His team worked diligently for 2+ months.  They were flexible, incorporating needs as the project evolved.  We did a TON of work.  Demo: removed patio, 14 trees, and existing greenery.  Fence work: repaired and refinished fences around entire perimeter.  Hardscape: built large new stone patio and sitting wall in back, extended front steps and built new stone walkway in front.  All new greenery (trees, plants, sod).  Redid drainage including large collection drains.  New irrigation.  New lighting including two transformers.  Driveway stain.  Everything was done professionally.
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Outdoor BBQ Install
Travertine & landscape
Completion of Project
Large wooden deck supports
Large wooden deck complete with cover

+44

Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Just Do It Builders Inc
Just Do It Builders Inc
4.4(
215
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Gate for Driveway or Security - Install or ReplaceGate for Driveway or Security - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were the highest bid. They were very timely. They got things done in a hurry. The kitchen is beautiful and everything they do. They take a lot of pride in their work. They know what they are doing and they are very scientific about how they go about it. You just have to trust them and it is beautiful. What you end up with is spectacular. The price was high. I don't think he listened to me when I tried to explain that I hadn't decided on what kind of window I wanted. I think that we had communication problems. They followed their schedule very carefully. They kept busy. The fellow in charge tries hard."
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+29

Recommended by70%of homeowners
Avatar for Sonrise Fence Co
Sonrise Fence Co
4.3(
59
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Gate for Driveway or Security - Install or ReplaceGate for Driveway or Security - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nice people, they claim to give a lifetime warranty including resealing seems or any problem at all. They showed up as scheduled, took a bit longer than expected. I was very happy with the way it looked when they were finished. Im still happy with the way it looks. After they left I noticed they had drilled a hole in my concrete walkway and pounded in rebar to mount a gate post but they didn’t plan it right and I believe they called the owner out who decided to put the post in a more suitable place. Unfortunately the cracked concrete with a flush cut piece off rusty rebar remains as an eyesore. After a month or two the gate post on the opposite side began pulling out of the stucco on the side of my garage. I took it apart to find they used cheep plastic anchors so i just went and replaced them with metal concrete anchors myself so its never coming out again. I figured despite the warranty id just get it done. Fast forward to present June 2019 and i noticed that 2 of the base plates of the fence are not fastened to the concrete on one end allowing them to swivel out of place when the neighbors gardener does yard work it pushes them out of place. I contacted Sonrise and was given a date two weeks away that they would show up but they could not give a time. Sounds stupid but fortunately I’m retired and can sit home all day waiting for them to show up because hey what else do i need to do right? never showed up. I emailed again and the Forman called and apologized said he’d be out the following Friday. Never called never showed up. I emailed again and its been a week and a half with no response. so much for that lifetime warranty. I am really happy with the way the fence looks but cutting corners on simple stuff has me a bit confused because when you say lifetime warranty to fix ANYTHING wrong. Well you’d expect no short cuts because then you’d have to come fix the problems ... Unless... you have no plans to fix anything at all. I don’t care to write a review like this but when you jerk a customer around then just ignore them what else is left to do?"
Vinyl Fencing
Wood Fencing
Aluminum and Iron Fencing
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for California Smartscape
California Smartscape
4.4(
221
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Gate for Driveway or Security - Install or ReplaceGate for Driveway or Security - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am very pleased and even amazed at the transformation of my back yard. First, I must compliment Jesse, the landscape architect who designed my project. I had very specific "wants and needs" which he incorporated perfectly. The renderings and plans were excellent. The job supervisor, Leo, was very impressive. Even though he was overseeing quite a few other jobs, he never forgot any details or tweeks I wanted in my project. He was always very responsive. It took approximately 3 months to complete my project. I'm sure it would have taken other companies much longer as I saw happening when my neighbors had landscape work done at their homes. Many days there were 5-7 men on my job; they showed up promptly at 7 AM and worked very hard all day. They would also clean up the site at the end of each day. They were very experienced, as evidenced by the great work they did. I am a very particular person, so I closely watched the work being done. Santiago was often on-site and always checked the plans to be sure the job was being built as specified, He also expertly did much of the work himself. My backyard went from having very little useable or functional space to a place where I can easily entertain 50 or more people. When the job was done they did the final TLC, as Leo calls it, and they even washed my lower story windows and patio doors that were bordering the construction site. Final compliments to Jessica the office admin person and Richard the owner of the company. Unfortunately the photos were taken on a cloudy day and don't do the project justice."
Del Sur - Outdoor Living in Style
Santaluz - Cobalt Accented Outdoor Living Area with Fire Pit Seating
Santaluz - Elegant Stone Backyard Escape
Fairbanks Ranch / Pacific Highlands Ranch - Modern Outdoor Living
Encinitas - Mediterranean Retreat

+222

Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for TerraVenti Construction Inc
TerraVenti Construction Inc
4.8(
18
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Gate for Driveway or Security - Install or ReplaceGate for Driveway or Security - Install or Replace - For Business

Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The whole TerraVenti Construction team was great to work with. They were honest, professional and dependable from the estimate to demolition to clean up.  They remodeled our master bath and kitchen. For the bathroom we redid our shower and two vanity tops. For the kitchen, we replaced our countertops, added backsplash, added an island, redid electrical for new appliances and lighting. We got what we wanted with no delay.

The price was fair, they showed up as scheduled and cleaned up very well every day. They were easy to work with and were very patient with our questions. We did a lot of communicating via text and they were very responsive.

I find TerraVenti easy to work with.  The owner is very thoughtful and direct when doing business. The employees are kind and thorough with their work.  

We would definitely recommend this company if you are planning a kitchen or bathroom remodel."
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+5

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Driveway Gates FAQs, answered by experts

While it is possible to install a manual gate yourself, it is generally not recommended. Professional installation is strongly advised, especially for automated or large driveway gates. Gates can be extremely heavy, sometimes weighing hundreds of pounds, which makes them bulky and dangerous to maneuver into place. Proper installation requires perfect positioning and balancing to ensure the gate swings smoothly and functions as intended. For automated gates, the wiring is also hazardous and typically requires a licensed electrician. Mistakes during a DIY installation can be costly, as materials alone can average around $1,000. Given the safety risks and the difficulty of achieving a proper setup, it is best to hire a professional gate installer.

In most cases, you will need a permit to install a new driveway or property gate. An exception might be if you are simply replacing an existing gate. Before issuing a permit, your local municipality may require a site plan or survey to verify property lines and prevent encroachment on a neighbor's property. Permits for a gate typically cost under $100. Be aware that corner properties may have additional restrictions on gate height or style. It's wise to confirm permit requirements with your local building department or your gate installation company, which can usually handle the entire permitting process for you.

Yes, you can convert manual gates to electric operation. Installing a motor and an opening device from a kit allows you to convert any gate so it can open and close automatically. Be sure to buy the correct type of opener for your gate style. For example, some openers are specific to swinging gates, while others are for sliding gates. Get familiar with your swinging or sliding gate parts before you go shopping to avoid having to return to the store for the correct opener.

Ideally, a gate should be able to swing both in and out. However, if it can only open in one direction, it is generally best for it to swing inward. This is often the safest option, especially for deck gates near steps, as you'll want the gate to swing away from the stairs. An inward swing also prevents the gate from opening into a public space, like a sidewalk, and can be more convenient when carrying heavy items like a wheelbarrow into a garden.

There are exceptions, however. The layout of your property may require a different approach. For example, if your property is on a slope, the gate may not be able to swing inward. You should also ensure the gate can open fully without colliding with any objects or blocking access to other areas. For a backyard garden gate where public access isn't a concern, the direction it swings is largely a matter of personal preference. Finally, always check your local building codes, as they may have specific requirements for which way a gate must swing.

To stop trash from blowing under your gate, you can install anti-litter netting. This solution prevents most large debris from being blown inside of a controlled area and is often used in construction sites. Many types of netting are not designed for permanent use, so you may need to search for a style that matches your gate color.

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