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Gate Installation by Big Chief Fence Builders in Des Moines, Iowa
Gate installation · Des Moines, Iowa

Gate Installation in Des Moines Iowa

Fence gates and walk gates, driveway gate installation, automatic gate openers and gate repair for existing fences in Des Moines. Hung on posts that won't sag, scheduled fast, priced fair.

Free estimates
Licensed & insured
Financing available
FastEstimates in days, most jobs built within two weeks.
Fair pricedOne written fence quote. No surprises, no upsell.
Real serviceThe owner answers the phone and calls you back.
Gate Installation by Big Chief Fence Builders in Des Moines, Iowa
Licensed & insured · Des Moines

Gate installation · Des Moines, Iowa

Gate Installation in Des Moines Iowa

Fence gates and walk gates, driveway gate installation, automatic gate openers and gate repair for existing fences in Des Moines. Hung on posts that won't sag, scheduled fast, priced fair.

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Free fence estimates · Serving Des Moines & central Iowa

Price a Gate That Will Still Swing True

Tell us about the yard. Fast reply — usually the same day — and a fair written price.

Sound familiar?
Sound familiar?

A Sagging Gate Is the First Thing Guests See

Sound familiar?
The gate drags and won't latch.
The post has moved or the gate has racked. It's the part of your fence you touch every day, and it fights you.
You want to close off the driveway.
Kids, dogs, deliveries, a long rural drive — you want control over who comes in.
The old opener quit, or never worked right.
Undersized operator, no safety sensors, dead battery backup.

Gates fail because of posts, not hardware. Every gate post we set is deeper, heavier and braced — then the hinges just work.

Pick your gate

Gates Hung to Match the Fence You Have

Adjustable hinges, drop rods on double gates, and gravity or magnetic latches sized to the gate. Opener installs include safety photo-eyes and battery backup.

Walk gates, 3–5 ft
Good · everyday

Walk gates, 3–5 ft

Single gates matched to any fence style, framed with steel or cedar so they never sag.

Width3–5 ft
FrameSteel or cedar
Swing or slide with opener
Best · automated

Swing or slide with opener

Solar or hardwired operator, keypad pedestal at the drive, remotes, safety loops and battery backup.

WidthUp to 20 ft
AccessRemote · keypad · app

Driveway gates on acreages pair with a full fence line — we'll design both together. Request a free estimate.

Your fence crew

The Crew That Sets Gate Posts Deeper

Local fence builders who've set posts in every kind of central Iowa ground — Polk County clay, Dallas County fill, Warren County hills. We show up when we say we will, show you material samples side by side, and give you one fair written price. No upsell, no surprises, and the owner picks up the phone.

Posts below frost line42"+ in crowned concrete, every post.
Licensed & insuredCertificates on request.
Permits & locates handledCity permit and Iowa One Call, done.
Fast, fair, friendlyQuick scheduling, fair pricing, real customer service. Financing available.
The Big Chief Fence Builders crew beside a cedar fence in progress
How it works

Three Steps to a Gate That Latches

1

We walk your property line

You tell us what you need — privacy, pets, curb appeal, security. We measure, check grades and utility locates, and explain your options with no pressure.

2

You get a clear plan and price

A written estimate with materials, layout and timeline spelled out. No hidden fees. You decide when — or if — you want to move forward.

3

We build it right and clean up

Posts below frost line, crowned concrete, straight lines. We haul away the old fence and debris, and walk the finished job with you before we leave.

Recent work

Gates We Hung and Walked Before Leaving

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Before you book

What to Know Before You Order a Gate

How much does automatic driveway gate installation cost?

A manual double drive gate runs $1,500–$4,000 installed. Adding an operator, keypad, remotes and safety sensors typically brings the total to $5,000–$9,000; solar-powered systems cost a bit more up front.

Swing gate or slide gate?

Swing when you have room for the leaves to open and the drive is level. Slide when the drive slopes toward the gate, space is tight, or you want it out of the way in snow.

Can you fix a sagging gate without replacing the fence?

Usually yes. We reset or replace the gate post, re-square the frame and rehang on adjustable hinges. If the gate itself is rotted, we build a new one to match.

Do openers work in Iowa winters?

Yes, with the right unit. We install operators rated to -30°F with heaters where needed, and keep the gate's travel clear of snow buildup with correct ground clearance.

Workmanship warranty

If a post we set heaves or a gate we hung sags, we come back and fix it. Materials carry the manufacturer's warranty on top.

Why not wait?

Every winter a leaning fence leans more. Lumber and labor don't get cheaper, and the dog isn't getting slower. Build it now and have the yard this season.

Risks of waiting or cutting corners

A Sagging Gate Pulls the Whole Line Off

Leaning posts pull neighboring panels out of line until whole sections need replacing

Rotted rails and pickets turn a cheap repair into a full rebuild

Shallow-set posts heave more every winter — the fix costs more each year you wait

A failing fence means escaped pets, disputes with neighbors, and a hit to your home's value

Get a trusted fix
Leaning fence that needs gate in Des Moines, Iowa

A Gate That Works Starts With an Estimate

Free fence estimates across Des Moines and central Iowa. Fast scheduling, fair pricing, and a crew that calls you back. Most jobs built within two weeks.

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