Our Services

Titlow Gate Services installs a wide range of gate systems tailored to each property's layout, use, and security requirements. Our installations begin with a site assessment to determine the right gate style, material, and operator system for your application. We work with wood, steel, aluminum, and wrought iron — sourcing materials from reputable suppliers to ensure durability in the Pacific Northwest climate.

Residential installations typically include single or double swing gates and sliding driveway gates, designed to complement the property while providing reliable access control. Commercial installations address higher-traffic needs, incorporating heavy-duty operators, reinforced hardware, and access control systems capable of handling frequent daily cycles.

Every installation is completed to local building code standards, with proper post setting, hardware anchoring, and electrical rough-in where required. We finish every job with a full operational test and a walkthrough so you understand exactly how your system works.

Automated gate operators add convenience and security to any property. Titlow Gate Services installs operator systems from established manufacturers, selecting the appropriate drive mechanism — linear actuator, underground ram, rack-and-pinion, or hydraulic — based on the gate's weight, size, and expected usage cycle.

We install single-phase and three-phase operators for both residential and commercial applications. Commercial-grade systems include battery backup capability, thermal protection, and heavy-duty limit switches rated for hundreds of cycles per day. Every operator installation includes proper safety sensor placement to meet UL 325 standards, preventing entrapment hazards.

Post-installation setup includes travel limit calibration, force sensitivity adjustment, and full integration testing with remotes, keypads, or other access devices on-site.

Access control is the interface layer between your gate and the people who use it. We install and configure keypads, telephone entry systems, vehicle loop detectors, card readers, and remote transmitters — selecting components compatible with your operator and your property's specific access requirements.

For residential properties, common configurations include a keypad with master code and individual user codes, plus remote transmitters for vehicles. Commercial installations often require multiple access methods — vehicle loop detectors for exit, keypads or card readers for entry, and intercom systems connected to an office or security station.

We also integrate with existing smart home or building management systems where technically feasible, providing wiring and configuration support for connected access control setups.

Gate systems fail for a range of reasons — motor burnout, broken welds, misaligned sensors, stripped gears, corroded control boards, or physical damage from vehicle impact. Titlow Gate Services approaches every repair call with methodical diagnostics before recommending any parts or labor.

We repair both the mechanical and electrical sides of gate systems: structural gate repairs including welding, hinge replacement, and track realignment; operator repairs covering motor replacement, control board repair or replacement, and drive component servicing; and access control troubleshooting including sensor calibration, wiring repair, and receiver replacement.

For commercial operations where downtime is costly, we prioritize efficient turnaround and keep common replacement parts on hand. We provide honest assessments — if a repair is not cost-effective relative to replacement, we'll tell you plainly and give you the numbers to make an informed decision.

Many gate repairs and custom installations require welding and metal fabrication work. Titlow Gate Services performs structural welding on existing gates — repairing broken frames, reinforcing weakened joints, and fabricating replacement sections for damaged panels. We work with mild steel, galvanized steel, and iron commonly used in residential and commercial gates.

Custom fabrication services allow property owners to match existing gate styles when panels need to be replaced or extended. We can fabricate gate sections, infill panels, and hardware mounts to specification, ensuring repaired or modified gates maintain a consistent appearance.

All welding work is done to structural standards appropriate for load-bearing gate applications, with proper preparation and finishing to prevent corrosion in the wet climate of the South Sound region.

Gate systems subject to daily use experience wear on mechanical, electrical, and structural components over time. Scheduled maintenance allows problems to be identified and corrected before they cause a failure or require expensive repairs. Titlow Gate Services offers maintenance visits for both residential and commercial customers in the Tacoma area.

A standard maintenance visit includes inspection and lubrication of all moving mechanical parts (hinges, rollers, rack, pinion, drive chain), operational testing of the gate operator and all safety devices, inspection of electrical connections and control board for corrosion or wear, and a physical check of the gate structure for developing cracks or corrosion.

Commercial customers with high-cycle installations benefit most from quarterly or semi-annual maintenance agreements. Residential customers typically schedule annual visits before winter, when wet conditions and freezing temperatures create additional stress on outdoor gate components.