Gate and Fence Contractor in Frisco

Our direct employees install and repair gates and fences in Frisco, and build concrete driveways, gate pads and carports.

In Frisco, we handle automatic and custom iron gates, gate repair, and wood, vinyl, wrought iron and chain link fencing. Alongside gates and fencing, Star Gate And Fence builds concrete driveways, gate pads and carports. Every job is performed entirely by our direct employees.

We start with the existing entrance, fence line and ground conditions. A replacement fence needs city approval before construction. A driveway approach or metal carport adds different documentation requirements. We identify those requirements while defining the work.

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Black metal driveway gates with spear tops on brick pillars, unpaved gravel driveway beyond

Clay Soil Changes How We Build.

Dark metal driveway gate with white trim and horizontal bars, partially open with climbing ivy on either side

Slow-draining clay makes moisture part of the structural planning. The city's soil guidance describes low infiltration and cracking when moisture is uneven. Expansive black clay causes failures when movement pushes shallow posts out of alignment. We apply the one-third depth rule to concrete footings and check where water collects around posts and gate pads. Footing depth and drainage need to be considered together.

The average single-family home is 17 years old and 3,148 square feet. Those figures describe the housing stock, not the available working space beside a house. We measure access for removing old materials, placing concrete and moving gate sections rather than assuming a larger home has a wider entrance.

Driveway grade also shapes gate selection. We check a swing gate's full travel against the driveway surface. For a sliding gate, we measure the space beside the opening and examine the proposed travel path for low spots that collect water.

We Match the Work to the Site.

Automatic and Sliding Gates

For automatic gate installation, we plan gate movement, operator placement and access controls with ASTM F2200 and UL 325 compliance. Slow-draining clay makes the support locations and water path important. We compare swing clearance with the side space needed for sliding gates, checking driveway grade before choosing the layout.

Gate and Operator Repair

A dragging gate needs its supports and travel checked before an operator is blamed. Local clay can crack and move as moisture changes, shifting the relationship between posts, latches and concrete pads. Our gate repair work examines those mechanical conditions alongside the electric operator, access controls and safety devices to define the repair scope.

Wood Fence Installation

A replacement wood fence begins with the proposed line on the property survey. The city requires a permit for replacement as well as new fencing, so we establish placement before construction. We then specify posts, rails, boards and openings. Where private covenants apply, the proposed material and appearance also need a separate HOA check.

Wrought Iron Fence Installation

For wrought iron fencing, we measure panel runs, corners and pedestrian openings against the proposed survey layout. Moisture-driven clay movement makes post support important where rigid panels meet gates or existing structures. We check those connections during planning and include the proposed fence placement in the permit documents before our direct employees begin installation.

Concrete and Hardscaping

Concrete driveways and gate pads need their construction details established before submission. The city's home improvement requirements call for concrete depth, rebar size and spacing, and driveway PSI on the survey. We define those details alongside drainage and adjoining hardscaping. Work extending into the public right-of-way also requires a separate Public Works permit.

Carport Installation

A carport application needs more than a footprint on a survey. The city uses the Other Home Improvements application and requires a plot plan, dimensions, elevations, materials, framing and footing details. Residential aluminum, steel or vinyl carports must be engineered. We account for that documentation while defining placement, supports and the connection to existing parking surfaces.

Fence Replacement Requires Approval Before Construction.

Black framed driveway gate with vertical wood slats, partially open in a residential yard

The City of Frisco Building Inspections Division reviews plans, issues permits and inspects covered work. New and replacement fences require a permit before construction. Applications go online with a property survey marking the proposed fence placement. We prepare the paperwork and schedule inspections. Bring the survey into planning so the proposed line can be shown clearly.

HOA architectural review is a separate check when private covenants apply. Those covenants may be stricter than city rules, but cannot override them. For hardwired gate operators, we confirm the applicable electrical permit requirements with the division. Concrete work in the public right-of-way requires a separate Public Works permit, so a driveway approach needs that additional approval route.

Permits issued by: City of Frisco Building Inspections Division

How we build in Frisco

The same engineering standards apply on every job, whatever the property.

Direct employeesOur own crews set every post, pour every footing and wire every operator. We never use subcontractors.
Footings to depthStructural posts go into concrete to the one-third depth rule, so expansive clay cannot heave them out of line.
Safety standardsAutomated gates are built to ASTM F2200 geometry and wired to UL 325, with sensors tested before handover.

We Establish the Scope Before Installation.

We carry the site measurements and approval requirements through each stage of the work.

Visit the property, measure openings and fence runs, and assess drainage and access.
Arrange the utility locate before digging and check conflicts with proposed footing locations.
Write the scope, identify permits, and prepare applicable survey and HOA paperwork.
Our direct employees install the work, applying the one-third depth rule to concrete footings.
Walk through the completed work and test installed gates, controls and safety sensors.

Where we work in Frisco

Phillips Creek Ranch, Starwood, Stonebriar Village, Heritage Lakes, Village of Frisco Lakes, Edgestone at Legacy

Nearby cities we also serve

Plano, Prosper, Allen, McKinney, Celina, Carrollton

What affects the cost in Frisco

For Frisco projects, the scope starts with what stays and what must be removed. Fence length, gate width, materials, operator needs and the condition of existing supports affect the work. We also check equipment access and whether soil movement has affected adjoining concrete. A newer home still needs its entrance and fence line measured individually.

Documentation is another part of the scope. Fence work needs a marked survey, applicable metal carports need engineered documents, and driveway work may extend into the public right-of-way. We separate these requirements in the written scope so the proposed materials, removal work, concrete details and approval tasks are clear.

Questions from Frisco property owners

Do I need a permit to replace my fence?

Yes. A fence replacement requires a permit before construction begins.

Does HOA approval replace the city's fence permit?

No. HOA approval cannot replace a city permit, even if the HOA's standards are stricter. The city does not enforce private covenants. An HOA decision therefore does not settle municipal compliance, and municipal approval does not resolve covenant requirements.

What documents does a residential metal carport need?

Engineered documents are required, along with the application materials listed in the carport section above. Have the property survey available during planning so the proposed location and construction documents describe the same layout. Check placement against those documents before submission.

Could soil movement be causing my gate to drag?

Yes, it can be a cause. Local clay drains slowly and can crack as moisture changes. Movement around posts or a concrete pad can alter gate alignment. We check the supports, clearances and gate travel alongside the operator before deciding which parts of the system need repair.

Start Planning Your Frisco Gate or Fence.

Send us your property location and gate width or fence length so we can assess the site and quote the work in writing.

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