Custom Gates for Every Property

Gate Installation in Wilmington, NC

From simple walk-through gates to automatic driveway gates with keypads and remotes, Flytrap Fence Company designs and installs gates that match your fence, your property, and how you use it. Every gate built to last in our coastal climate.

Gate installation Wilmington NC

The Right Gate Makes the Difference

A fence without a proper gate is like a house without a front door. Whether you need convenient access to your backyard, a secure entry for a commercial property, or an automatic driveway gate that adds both security and curb appeal, the gate is the part of your fence you'll interact with every single day.

At Flytrap Fence Company, we don't treat gates as an afterthought. We design and install gates that match your fence style, handle daily use without sagging or sticking, and hold up to the salt air and humidity of southeastern North Carolina. From simple wood gates to automated sliding systems, we handle it all.

Gate Types We Install

Walk Gates (Pedestrian)

Standard pedestrian gates for backyard access, side yards, and pool areas. Available in every fence material — wood, vinyl, aluminum, and chain link. Self-closing hinges and child-safe latches available for pool code compliance.

$300 – $800 installed

Driveway Gates

Single and double swing gates for residential and commercial driveways. Wood, aluminum, and ornamental iron options. Manual or automatic operation with remote controls, keypads, or smartphone access.

$1,200 – $5,000+ installed

Swing Gates

Single and double swing gate fabrication for driveways, side-yards, pool entries, and pedestrian openings. Built in wood, aluminum, vinyl, ornamental steel, or custom welded steel — sized to your specific opening and engineered to swing true without sagging. Heavy-duty hinges and concrete-set posts come standard.

$600 – $4,000+ installed

Sliding Gates

V-track and cantilever sliding gates for driveways where swing clearance is limited. Ideal for sloped driveways, commercial properties, and high-traffic entrances. Manual or fully automated.

$2,500 – $8,000+ installed

Automatic / Electric Gates

Powered gate operators for swing and slide gates — including motors, openers, hydraulic and electromechanical actuators, safety sensors, and battery backup. Solar-powered options available for properties without easy power access. We install, program, and service residential and commercial gate operators.

$2,000 – $6,000+ installed

Access Control Systems

Keypads, keycard and RFID readers, intercoms with video, telephone entry systems, and smart-home integration (compatible with most major platforms). Add managed access to any automatic gate so the right people get in and everyone else stays out.

$500 – $3,500+ installed

Commercial & Security Gates

Heavy-duty gates for businesses, warehouses, storage facilities, and gated communities. Chain link cantilever gates, crash-rated barriers, and high-security access control systems.

$3,000 – $15,000+ installed

Pool Fence Gates

Code-compliant pool gates with self-closing, self-latching hardware that meets North Carolina and New Hanover County pool barrier requirements. Aluminum and vinyl options that resist corrosion from pool chemicals.

$400 – $1,200 installed

Custom Welded Gates

We weld custom gates in-house — fabricating one-of-a-kind steel and aluminum gates for unique openings, decorative entries, driveways, and commercial applications. If an off-the-shelf gate won't fit your opening or your design, we'll build exactly what you need.

Quoted per project

Ready to Design Your Gate?

Tell us what you need and we'll recommend the right gate for your property.

How Gate Installation Works

1

Consultation & Design

We discuss what you need the gate for — access, security, aesthetics, automation — and recommend the right type, material, and hardware for your property.

2

Measurement & Planning

We measure the opening, assess terrain and clearance, check for utilities, and plan the gate swing or slide direction. For automated gates, we plan power supply and control placement.

3

Fabrication & Installation

Gates are built to fit your specific opening — no off-the-shelf shortcuts. We install heavy-duty posts, mount the gate, and set up all hardware, operators, and access controls.

4

Testing & Training

We test every gate for smooth operation, proper latching, and safety sensor function. For automated gates, we program your remotes and keypads and walk you through operation and maintenance.

Gate Installation Across the Cape Fear Region

We install gates for homes and businesses throughout southeastern North Carolina.

Serving New Hanover County, Brunswick County, and Pender County

Gate Installation FAQ

Yes, in most cases we can retrofit a gate into an existing fence line. We'll reinforce the posts on either side of the opening with larger posts and proper concrete footings to handle the gate weight and daily use.
Automatic driveway gates typically range from $3,000-$8,000 installed, depending on the gate size, material, and type of operator. A basic single-swing aluminum gate with a remote-controlled opener starts around $3,000. Larger double gates, sliding systems, or gates with keypads and intercom systems run higher.
Most automatic gate operators run on standard 110V power, which requires an electrical connection near the gate. Solar-powered options are available for locations where running power isn't practical — they work well in our sunny North Carolina climate.
North Carolina and New Hanover County require pool barriers to be at least 48 inches tall with self-closing, self-latching gates. The latch must be at least 54 inches from the ground or on the pool side of the gate. We install code-compliant pool gates and can advise on current requirements for your specific situation.
A standard walk-through gate can be installed in a few hours, often as part of a fence installation. Driveway gates and automated systems typically take 1-2 days depending on complexity. Custom fabrication may add lead time for the build, but installation itself is usually straightforward.
Yes, we repair gates of all types — sagging hinges, worn-out latches, misaligned frames, and malfunctioning automatic operators. See our fence repair page for more details, or give us a call and describe what's going on.

Get a Custom Gate Quote

Tell us about your property and what you need — we'll design a gate that fits perfectly.