Motor hums, gate doesn't move
Usually a failed start capacitor, stripped drive gear or seized arm. Running it like this can burn the motor — turn it off and call us.
Electric gate motor repair
Gate Motor & Opener Repair in South Florida
We repair electric gate motors and openers from every major brand — LiftMaster, Viking, Eagle, Beninca, CAME, DoorKing and more — on sliding, swing and barrier gates across Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach. Most repairs are done the same day, on the first visit, because our trucks carry the most common boards, capacitors, gears and batteries. Emergency service is available 24/7.
- 5.0 on Google25 reviews
- Same-dayParts on the truck
- 15+ yearsAll major brands
Brands we repair every week
LiftMasterViking AccessEagleBenincaCAMEDoorKingBFTJ-SlideLinearAll-O-MaticGTO / Mighty MuleRamsetPower MasterManaras
Common problems
Is your gate motor doing this?
These are the signs we diagnose most often. If you recognize one, switch the operator off and call — catching it early usually means a smaller repair.
Opens partway, then stops or reverses
Limit settings out of adjustment, a dirty or misaligned safety sensor, a weak battery or the force setting reacting to resistance.
Grinding, clicking or squealing
Worn gears, a loose chain or rack, dry bearings or a failing gearbox. Caught early, it's a small repair instead of a new operator.
Completely dead — no lights, no sound
Tripped breaker, blown fuse, failed transformer or a control board damaged by a power surge or lightning strike.
Remote or keypad stopped working
Dead transmitter battery, failed receiver, lost programming or interference. We reprogram and replace remotes for every brand.
Gate won't stay closed or drifts open
Limit switch failure, a broken lock or latch, or hinge and track alignment problems that strain the motor.
Sound familiar? A technician can be at your property in 60–90 minutes.
(954) 287-4978How we work
From diagnosis to a working gate — usually in one visit
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Full diagnosis
We test power, control board, motor, capacitor, limits, safety sensors and the gate itself — the gate's condition is often the real cause.
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Written quote
You get a clear price before any work starts. If repair doesn't make sense, we'll tell you honestly and quote a replacement.
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Repair on the spot
Our trucks carry common boards, capacitors, gears, chains, batteries and sensors, so most motors are fixed during the first visit.
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Test & tune
We set limits and force, test every safety device and walk you through manual release for power outages.
What we fix
Parts & problems we repair on site
- Control boards
- Start & run capacitors
- Gearboxes & drive gears
- Chains, racks & sprockets
- Limit switches
- Backup batteries & chargers
- Photo-eyes & safety edges
- Receivers & remotes
- Surge & lightning damage
- Solar charging kits
Equipment
Gate operators we repair, service & install
These are the slide, swing, barrier and rolling-door operators we work on most often in South Florida. If your model isn't listed, call us — we service virtually every brand.
LiftMaster RSL12UL
- Gates up to 25 ft / 800 lb
- 24 VDC
- Battery backup
A quiet, reliable residential slide operator with battery backup, so the gate keeps working during power outages.
Viking K-2
- Up to 30 ft / 700 lb
- Battery backup
- Solar-ready
Powerful residential and light-commercial slide opener with a digital control board and weather-resistant construction.
Eagle 1
- Up to 18 ft / 300 lb
- ½ HP motor
- Manual release
Simple, durable chain-drive slide opener built from weather-resistant steel for everyday residential use.
Beninca BULL 424
- Up to 20 ft / 400 lb
- 24 VDC
- Soft start / stop
Energy-efficient operator with an integrated control panel, built-in receiver and anti-crush safety.
J-Slide
- Up to 20 ft / 600 lb
- Soft start / stop
- Auto-close
User-friendly chain-drive slide opener with a built-in receiver and manual release.
J-Slide Rack & Pinion
- Gear-and-rack drive
- Quiet operation
- Heavy daily use
A pinion gear meshes with a toothed rack on the gate for smooth, precise movement on heavier gates.
Beninca BULL 424R
- Up to 20 ft / 400 lb
- 24 VDC
- Built-in receiver
Compact rack-and-pinion operator with soft start/stop motion for residential sliding gates.
CAME 801MS
- Up to 59 ft / 1,320 lb
- 24 V motor
- Light commercial
Heavy-duty rack-and-pinion operator for large residential and light-commercial sliding gates.
LiftMaster HDSL24UL
- Up to 75 ft / 3,000 lb
- Variable speed
- Battery backup
Heavy-duty, variable-speed operator for commercial and high-security residential gates.
LiftMaster CSL24UL
- Up to 50 ft / 1,500 lb
- Continuous duty
- Battery backup
Built for high-traffic, continuous use with smooth start/stop and integrated safety inputs.
Viking L-3
- Up to 60 ft / 1,600 lb
- 24 VDC
- LCD diagnostics
High-traffic commercial slide operator with battery backup and an easy-to-diagnose digital board.
LiftMaster LA400PKGUL
- Dual gates, 16 ft / 850 lb each
- 24 VDC
- Battery backup
Dual linear-arm opener that moves two driveway gates in perfect sync, with myQ smart-home options.
LiftMaster RSW12UL
- Up to 16 ft / 1,000 lb
- Battery backup
- Solar-ready
Pad-mounted residential swing operator with built-in reversing sensors and manual release.
Viking R-6
- Up to 14 ft / 700 lb
- 24 VDC
- LCD diagnostics
Residential swing operator for standard to heavy ornamental gates, with obstruction detection.
LiftMaster Mega Arm Tower
- 2.5-second cycle
- DC motor
- Battery backup
Heavy-duty, high-traffic barrier arm for parking lots, gated communities and secure facilities.
LiftMaster Mega Arm Sprint
- 0.9-second cycle
- Heavy-duty DC
- Full backup power
The fast option for busy entrances that need to keep traffic moving all day.
LiftMaster TECHNA
- Direct drive
- Wi-Fi / myQ
- Solar-compatible
Commercial barrier operator with remote management for communities and facilities.
LiftMaster MHS
- ½ HP
- Up to 12 cycles/hour
- Timer-to-close
Medium-duty hoist operator for small rolling steel doors and grilles.
LiftMaster LJ8950W
- Wi-Fi / myQ
- Auto-reverse
- Wall-mount jackshaft
Light-duty commercial operator for storefront shutters, storage units and small warehouses.
Manaras Opera-MH
- ½ HP, 115 V
- Instant reverse
- Chain hoist backup
Versatile jackshaft operator for rolling doors, grilles and sectional doors.
Our work
Gate motor repairs in action
Every photo is a real project completed by our own team in South Florida.
Electric gate motor repair you can count on
An automatic gate is only as reliable as its operator. When the motor fails, your gate either stays open — leaving your home or business unprotected — or stays closed and traps cars inside. Electric Gate Repair Services has spent more than 15 years diagnosing and repairing gate motors across South Florida, from single residential slide gates to high-traffic commercial barrier arms.
We work on sliding gate openers, swing gate operators, rack-and-pinion drives, barrier arms and rolling-door operators for homes, HOAs, condominiums, warehouses and commercial properties. Our technicians are bilingual (English and Spanish) and every repair includes a full safety check of photo-eyes, edges and reversing functions.
South Florida is hard on gate motors
Heat, humidity, salt air near the coast and summer lightning storms shorten the life of gate operators here. Control boards are damaged by power surges, batteries wear out faster in the heat and exposed gears corrode. Regular preventive maintenance catches most of these problems before the gate stops working.
Repair or replace?
If your operator is more than 10–15 years old, discontinued, or has flood damage, a replacement can be the smarter investment. We’ll give you an honest comparison and, if you decide to upgrade, handle the full gate opener installation — including battery backup, safety sensors and access control like keypads and smartphone apps.
Reviews
What customers say about our work
“Electric gate repair did an outstanding job installing our new LiftMaster gate operator. The team was professional, punctual, and knowledgeable, ensuring a smooth and flawless installation.”
“Electric gate repair services installed my slide gate operator and custom gate, and I'm very pleased with the result. The gate looks great and works perfectly.”
“The technicians were knowledgeable and courteous, and they took the time to explain what was wrong and how they were going to fix it. The gate looks and functions like new.”
“Manuel showed complete professionalism and was very detail oriented when performing the job. He performed the repair with outstanding accuracy and double checked everything.”
FAQ
Gate Motor Repair — questions & answers
Why does my gate motor hum but the gate won't move?
The most common causes are a failed start capacitor, a stripped drive gear, a seized arm or a gate that is binding on its track or hinges. Turn the operator off — running a humming motor can burn it out — and call us for a same-day diagnosis.
Can my gate motor be repaired, or do I need a new one?
Most gate motors can be repaired: control boards, capacitors, gears, limit switches, batteries and sensors are all replaceable parts. We only recommend a new operator when the unit is discontinued, parts are no longer available, or flood or lightning damage makes repair more expensive than replacement — and we'll show you both prices.
Do you repair LiftMaster gate openers?
Yes. LiftMaster is the brand we service most, including the RSL12UL, CSL24UL, HDSL24UL, RSW12UL, LA400 and Mega Arm barrier operators. We also repair Viking, Eagle, Beninca, CAME, DoorKing, BFT and other major brands.
How long does a gate motor repair take?
Most repairs are completed on the first visit, usually within 2–4 hours, because our trucks carry the most common parts. If a brand-specific part has to be ordered, we secure the gate so your property stays protected until we return.
What happens to my electric gate during a power outage?
Operators with battery backup keep working for a limited number of cycles. Without backup, every gate opener has a manual release so you can open it by hand — we'll show you how during the service visit and can add a battery backup or solar kit.
Can storms or lightning damage my gate opener?
Yes. Power surges from storms and lightning are one of the most common causes of failed control boards in South Florida. We repair surge-damaged operators and can install surge protection to prevent it from happening again.
How much does gate motor repair cost?
The price depends on what failed (a capacitor or sensor costs far less than a control board or gearbox), the operator brand and model, and whether parts are in stock. We always give you a written quote before starting work. Call (954) 287-4978 for a free estimate.
Service area
Gate Motor Repair near you
Mobile gate motor repair across every city in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. We're based in Hollywood, FL and come to your property.
- Miami
- Miami Beach
- Hialeah
- Doral
- Coral Gables
- Aventura
- North Miami
- North Miami Beach
- Miami Gardens
- Homestead
- Cutler Bay
- Palmetto Bay
- Pinecrest
- South Miami
- Key Biscayne
- Sunny Isles Beach
- Bal Harbour
- Bay Harbor Islands
- Surfside
- Golden Beach
- Miami Lakes
- Miami Shores
- Miami Springs
- Hialeah Gardens
- Medley
- Opa-locka
- Sweetwater
- West Miami
- Biscayne Park
- El Portal
- Florida City
- Indian Creek
- North Bay Village
- Virginia Gardens
- Fort Lauderdale
- Hollywood
- Pembroke Pines
- Miramar
- Davie
- Weston
- Plantation
- Sunrise
- Coral Springs
- Pompano Beach
- Hallandale Beach
- Dania Beach
- Deerfield Beach
- Coconut Creek
- Cooper City
- Parkland
- Tamarac
- Margate
- Lauderhill
- Lauderdale Lakes
- Oakland Park
- Wilton Manors
- North Lauderdale
- Lighthouse Point
- Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
- Southwest Ranches
- Pembroke Park
- West Park
- Hillsboro Beach
- Sea Ranch Lakes
- Lazy Lake
- West Palm Beach
- Boca Raton
- Boynton Beach
- Delray Beach
- Jupiter
- Palm Beach Gardens
- Wellington
- Royal Palm Beach
- Lake Worth
- Palm Beach
- North Palm Beach
- Greenacres
- Riviera Beach
- Lantana
- Tequesta
- Juno Beach
- Palm Springs
- Westlake
- Loxahatchee Groves
- Atlantis
- Ocean Ridge
- Highland Beach
- Gulf Stream
- Manalapan
- Hypoluxo
- South Palm Beach
- Palm Beach Shores
- Jupiter Inlet Colony
- Lake Park
- Lake Clarke Shores
- Haverhill
- Mangonia Park
- Glen Ridge
- Cloud Lake
- Golf
- Briny Breezes
- Belle Glade
- Pahokee
- South Bay
Free estimate
Get your gate motor working again.
Tell us what your gate is doing and we'll call you back with a clear, no-obligation quote. For emergencies, call — we answer 24/7.
(954) 287-4978