Servicing All of Southern California
Build Gates and Garage Doors handles gate repair San Diego property owners depend on, from Point Loma to Rancho Bernardo and every neighborhood in between. We are a local, family-owned company licensed under CSLB #1104696; we answer the phone 24 hours a day, and we send technicians who fix gates for a living rather than generalists who fix gates on the side.
Gate repair in San Diego typically involves a same-day or next-day service visit that starts with a full diagnostic of the gate operator, safety sensors, hinges or rollers, and control board. Most common failures, including sensor misalignment, dead remotes, worn rollers, and sagging swing gates, are repaired on the first visit. Build Gates and Garage Doors provides free estimates, offers 10% off for first-time customers, and operates 24 hours for emergency calls at (619) 413-7157. That is the short answer. Below, we explain exactly why San Diego gates fail the way they do, what our process looks like, and how we protect your investment long after the truck pulls away.

California contractor license #1104696 is public and verifiable through the CSLB. Ask any gate company for their number.
Our address is in Kearny Mesa, not a call center in another state routing your job to whoever bids lowest.
Gates fail at inconvenient hours. Ours is a real 24-hour phone line at (619) 413-7157.
Free estimates on custom gate work, 10% off for first-time customers, and quotes approved before work begins.
Professional gate installations designed for durability, security, and style, customized to fit residential and commercial properties.
Fast, reliable gate repair services to fix damaged, misaligned, or malfunctioning gates and restore smooth, secure operation.
Automatic gate solutions that enhance convenience, safety, and access control with smooth operation and long-lasting performance.
Expert electric gate repair to resolve motor issues, wiring faults, and control problems for safe, dependable functionality.
Precise automatic gate opener repair to fix sensors, remotes, and motors, ensuring reliable access and smooth daily use.
Professional automatic gate opener installation for effortless entry, improved security, and seamless integration with your gate system.
We provide expert garage door spring repair and replacement to keep your door safe, smooth, and fully operational.
Professional fence gate installation for homes and businesses, ensuring security, durability, and smooth operation every time.
Reliable garage door installation services for residential and commercial properties. Quality doors and expert installation guaranteed.
Fast and professional garage door repair services. We fix all types of doors to restore safety, security, and smooth operation.
Expert garage door opener installation and repair for smooth, reliable operation of your garage doors at home or work.
We provide commercial garage door installation, repair, and maintenance services for businesses with efficiency and reliability.
Do not wait for total failure. Call us when you notice any of the following:


Posted on Google Emereld PattersonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ronnie is honest, through, on time and very thorough with his expertise, explains in detail the problem and the solution to fix it, very affordable. Ronnie's wife Rachel is so courteous and explains this is a family business which I will gladly support. Suriya was very helpful and patient with me. Jessica too was very kind and knowledgeable, she understood right away that I needed to send a 24 hour notice to the tenants. I reach out to Build Gates whenever I have an issue with the gate or garage door and know it will be raken care of right away. I highly recommend Build Gates, a family business and thank you for your support. I appreciate and thank Build Gates and Family, wish you every Success!Posted on Google Barbara PollyeaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ronnie is very responsive and an extremely hard worker.Posted on Google Hamid MobtakerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. They are great. I have used them many times and I recommend them.Posted on Google Hamid M.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ronnie has done many projects for me. He is an expert. He always comes prepared and knows what he is doing. I will use them again and I recommend them.Posted on Google Minirva KakoozTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Leo, was our technician he did great job, fast & clean work. Highly recommended.Posted on Google Daniel RobertsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very fast professional service on a Sunday . My door has never opened and closed so smoothPosted on Google Darlene JeanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Needed a remote coded to my gate. The remote was damaged so Jonny provided another one and coded it so that it is now easier to access the gate to my property. Thank youPosted on Google LoriTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Always there - responsive and clear with options and pricing. Highly recommend them.Posted on Google AlyssaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a diagnostic code on lift gate panel for gate I couldn’t figure out. Contacted build gates and Roni was able to come out same day to take a look. He was able to fix the issue and tested the gate multiple times before he left all within thirty minutes. He was very knowledgeable with the gate and panel. I did not get charged for his time. I will be using this company for any future complications that should arise from the gate or garage. Highly recommend.Posted on Google M BTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ronnie, the owner of Build Gates, has done several repairs to our HOA community gates over the last couple of years. He is extremely knowledgeable, reliable, and efficient and I would highly recommend him for any gate or garage door issues.
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Cost depends on the failure. Minor work such as sensor realignment, remote reprogramming, lubrication, and limit adjustment sits at the low end. Mid-range repairs include roller and track replacement, hinge and post correction, and control board replacement. Full operator replacement costs the most. We diagnose first, quote the exact price before starting, and let you decide. Call (619) 604-6254 for a quote on your specific gate.
Most San Diego calls receive same-day or next-day service. Because our facility sits in Kearny Mesa, our technicians reach coastal, central, north, and south city neighborhoods quickly. Emergency situations such as a gate stuck open or a gate blocking vehicle access receive priority dispatch 24 hours a day.
Repair makes sense when the frame remains structurally sound and the failure is limited to hardware, the operator, or electronics. Replacement makes sense when the frame has extensive rust penetration, when the gate has suffered major impact damage, or when repair costs approach the price of a new system. Our technician shows you the evidence and gives you a straight recommendation rather than an automatic upsell.
Yes. We service HOAs, gated communities, apartment and condo complexes, storage facilities, dealerships, warehouses, and industrial sites throughout San Diego. We handle high-cycle commercial operators, access control systems, loop detectors, and UL 325 safety compliance, and we coordinate with property managers on scheduling and documentation.
The most common causes we find locally are corroded electrical connections from coastal moisture, overheated or aged operators in inland heat, misaligned or dirty safety sensors, worn rollers and bent tracks on sliding gates, sagging hinges and posts on swing gates, dead remote batteries, and power supply issues after outages or surges. A proper diagnostic separates the actual cause from the symptom, which is why guessing at parts wastes money.
Build Gates and Garage Doors delivers the gate repair San Diego relies on, backed by California license #1104696, a local Kearny Mesa base, 24-hour availability, and technicians who specialize in gates and nothing else. Whether you own a coastal home in La Jolla, a hillside property in Mission Hills, a complex in Mission Valley, or a warehouse in Otay Mesa, we bring the right parts, the right diagnosis, and the right fix.
Call (619) 413-7157 now for same-day gate repair in San Diego, or request your free estimate online. First-time customers save 10%.