What types of fences do you install in Frisco?

We build cedar privacy fences, board-on-board fences, and horizontal-style fences, all set on steel posts in concrete with screw-fastened pickets. We handle both new installations and full replacement of an older fence line.

Can you install or automate a driveway gate?

Yes. We design and build custom swing and double-drive gates with welded steel frames, and we can add an automatic operator, keypad, remotes, or a safety loop so the gate opens without leaving the vehicle.

Do you repair existing fences and gates?

We do. That includes leaning or rotted posts, damaged or missing sections, storm damage, sagging gates, worn hinges and hardware, and operators that stall or stop responding. We also stain and weatherproof existing fences.

Do you provide residential and commercial gate services?

Yes. We work on homes as well as commercial properties that need controlled driveway access, heavier gate frames, and access control hardware for staff, tenants, or deliveries.

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Fence & Gate Company in Frisco, TX

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Frisco includes a mix of newer and established neighborhoods, with property lines and driveway widths that vary block by block. That variety shapes the fences and gates we are asked to build and repair. Some homeowners need a new cedar fence line from the ground up; others need a failing fence or gate rebuilt or repaired. Morrison Gate & Fence handles both.

Everything we install is built the same way — steel posts set in concrete, screw-fastened pickets, and hardware chosen so it doesn't rust out after two Texas summers. We handle the gate side in-house: framing, hanging, automating, and wiring access control. Estimates are free at (469) 654-7729.

Fence Installation in Frisco, TX

Cedar privacy fencing is a common choice in Frisco: it takes stain well, handles heat without warping like cheaper pine, and at six or eight feet it closes a yard off completely. Board-on-board overlaps each picket over its neighbor, so August shrinkage doesn't open gaps and the fence reads solid from both sides. Horizontal fencing runs the boards the long way for a flatter look that suits newer architecture.

The build matters more than the boards. We set galvanized steel posts in concrete instead of wood, because a wood post buried in North Texas clay is the part that fails first, and pickets go on with screws so a damaged board can be swapped later.

Replacement is a big share of the work we do — if an existing fence is patched every season, a rebuild usually costs less over five years than chasing it. New installs get the same specification. More on our fence installation page.

Fence Repair in Frisco

Not every fence needs replacing. Damage we are asked to repair in Frisco is often localized: a section blown down after a storm, a stretch leaning because two posts rotted while the rest are fine, a gate dragging on the concrete. We reset or replace the failed posts, rebuild the affected sections, and match picket profile and height so the repair doesn't announce itself from the street.

Weather does most of the damage — sun dries the wood, wind loads the fence like a sail, and clay soil swells and shrinks under the posts. Cleaning and staining a fence that's still sound slows that down and keeps the color even. See fence repair for what's involved.

Gate Installation & Custom Gates in Frisco

A gate is the part of a fence that moves, which is why it's the part that fails. We build ours on welded steel frames and hang them on hardware sized to the weight of the leaf — a walk gate beside the house or a sixteen-foot double-drive across the driveway. A wide driveway on the property may call for a two-leaf swing so no single leaf ends up long enough to sag.

Design is where most of the conversation happens: cedar-clad steel to match the fence line, ornamental iron for a more formal front, or an iron frame with cedar infill. Residential work leans toward privacy and curb appeal; commercial work toward throughput and durability.

Start with gate installation, see driveway gates if you're closing off an entry, or custom gate design for something drawn to your property.

Automatic Gates & Access Control

Automating a driveway gate means matching an operator to the gate — its weight, its swing arc, and how often it runs. We install swing operators for residential entries with remotes, a keypad at the drive, safety photo eyes, and an exit sensor. Power and conduit run to the gate posts, so it's worth planning even if the automation comes later than the gate.

Commercial sites usually need more than a remote: keypads with individual codes, card or fob readers, and telephone entry for visitors, specified around who needs through the gate and when. Read more on automatic gates and access control.

Fence & Gate Options for Frisco Properties

Privacy versus appearance. Solid cedar at eight feet gives the most seclusion; board-on-board holds that privacy as the wood ages. Horizontal cedar and iron-and-wood combinations trade a little coverage for a cleaner look from the curb.

Security and access. A back-yard fence keeps kids and dogs in. A driveway gate controls who reaches the house at all. Deciding early whether you want automation keeps you from paying twice for gate posts and wiring.

Maintenance. Steel posts remove the biggest maintenance item. After that it's stain every few years and occasional hardware checks on gates, which take the most wear because they move.

Residential versus commercial. Homes prioritize privacy, looks, and quiet operation. Commercial sites prioritize width, cycle life, and controlled entry — see residential gates and commercial gates.

Repair or replace. If the posts are sound and damage is confined to a few sections, repair. If posts are failing along the whole line and the pickets are cupped and cracked, replacement is the better spend.

Gate & Fence Repair

Gate problems and fence problems usually arrive together, because the gate hangs off the fence. A post that shifts takes the gate out of square, and then the latch stops catching. We straighten and reset the posts first, re-square the leaf, and replace hinges, latches, or drop rods that have worn or rusted.

On automated entries the failure is often electrical rather than structural — an operator that stalls partway, a keypad that stopped answering, a safety eye knocked out of alignment, or a control board that took a hit in a storm. We diagnose the operator and the gate together, since a binding hinge will burn out a motor no matter how new it is. Details on gate repair.

Serving Frisco and Nearby DFW Communities

Frisco is part of our northern DFW service area. The links below are nearby cities we also serve.

Plano McKinney Allen Carrollton Lewisville Denton

Why Choose Morrison Gate & Fence

We are a gate and fence company working across the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex from our office at 4514 Cole Ave Suite 40 in Dallas. Fences and gates are the whole business — not a sideline to a general contracting operation — so the crew that frames your gate is the crew that hangs it and wires the operator.

The build standard doesn't change by job size: steel posts set in concrete, screwed pickets, welded steel gate frames, and hardware sized to the gate. Estimates are free and specific, and you can reach us directly at (469) 654-7729 or info@morrisonfencing.com.

Frisco Fence & Gate FAQs

What types of fences do you install in Frisco?: We build cedar privacy fences, board-on-board fences, and horizontal-style fences, all set on steel posts in concrete with screw-fastened pickets. We handle both new installations and full replacement of an older fence line.
Can you install or automate a driveway gate?: Yes. We design and build custom swing and double-drive gates with welded steel frames, and we can add an automatic operator, keypad, remotes, or a safety loop so the gate opens without leaving the vehicle.
Do you repair existing fences and gates?: We do. That includes leaning or rotted posts, damaged or missing sections, storm damage, sagging gates, worn hinges and hardware, and operators that stall or stop responding. We also stain and weatherproof existing fences.
Do you provide residential and commercial gate services?: Yes. We work on homes as well as commercial properties that need controlled driveway access, heavier gate frames, and access control hardware for staff, tenants, or deliveries.

Get a free estimate for your Frisco property

Tell us what you're fencing or gating and we'll walk the property, measure it, and price it out.

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Morrison Gate & Fence provides fence installation, fence repair, custom gates and automatic gate services in Frisco, TX. Choosing the right work starts with the condition of your posts, panels and gate hardware, plus your privacy and access needs. Isolated damage may be repairable; widespread structural deterioration may justify replacement.

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What type of fence should I choose for my Frisco property?

Start with what the fence needs to do. A backyard privacy fence has different requirements from an open boundary fence or an enclosure that needs regular vehicle access. Compare the complete system—posts, rails, infill and gates—not just its appearance.

Fence optionWhen it makes senseWhat to consider

Chain-link fenceEnclosing an area where visibility is acceptableMesh, framework, tensioning and gate openings

For wood fencing, side-by-side pickets and board-on-board layouts provide different levels of screening. Wood can shrink as it dries, so gaps may develop between side-by-side pickets. Overlapping boards help maintain visual coverage but change material requirements and fence weight.

Also consider pets, landscaping and routine access. A fence that looks suitable from the street still needs to work around drainage, slopes and the equipment you move through the yard. Discuss material availability and the proposed construction details before selecting a design.

Should I repair or replace my fence?

Repair is worth considering when damage is limited and the surrounding structure remains sound. Replacement becomes more practical when deterioration affects multiple parts of the fence or repeated repairs would leave an unreliable boundary.

ConditionRepair may make sense when…Replacement may make sense when…

Poor layoutA small alteration solves the problemThe fence no longer meets privacy or access needs

The important distinction is cosmetic wear versus structural failure. Faded wood does not automatically need replacement, while a freshly stained fence can still have weakened posts.

An assessment should identify why the damage occurred. Replacing boards without addressing failing supports may improve appearance without fixing the problem. Ask whether repair materials will match the existing fence and whether adjacent sections also need attention.

What needs to be checked before installing a fence in Frisco?

A useful installation plan establishes the fence line, opening locations and site constraints before materials are ordered. Do not assume an old fence marks the legal property boundary. Use reliable property information and resolve uncertainty before construction.

Key planning items include:

Fence location: Review the proposed line against available survey or boundary information.
Gate access: Identify pedestrian, mower, service and vehicle openings.
Grade changes: Decide how panels will follow slopes and how gaps beneath the fence will be handled.
Drainage: Avoid a layout that obstructs existing water movement.
Existing obstacles: Note trees, irrigation, retaining walls and nearby structures.
Underground utilities: Arrange appropriate locating before digging; private lines may need separate attention.

Confirm applicable City of Frisco requirements and any property-specific restrictions before finalizing the design. Requirements should be checked for the actual address and project rather than assumed from a neighboring property.

Morrison Gate & Fence can discuss the proposed fence and gate layout as part of the estimate conversation.

Why is my gate sagging, dragging or difficult to latch?

A gate problem is not always a hinge problem. The leaf may have shifted, the supporting post may lean, or the latch may no longer line up with its receiver. Ground contact can also develop when the opening or surrounding grade changes.

A proper check looks at the gate frame, hinge attachment points, post stability and latch alignment. Tightening hardware helps only when the material holding it is sound. Adding stronger hinges will not correct a failing support post.

For a replacement or custom gate, consider:

Clear opening width for the equipment or vehicles using it.
Swing direction and available clearance.
Frame stiffness and the weight carried by the hinges.
Latch position and everyday access needs.

Describe when the problem happens: constantly, after rain, or only when the gate reaches a particular position. That information can help narrow down the cause.

Should I choose a swing gate or a sliding automatic gate?

The opening and surrounding space should guide this decision. Appearance matters, but a gate must have room to travel without conflicting with vehicles, landscaping or the driveway.

Gate arrangementSpace it needsMain planning question

| Swing gate | A clear arc beside the opening | Will the gate clear the driveway slope and parked vehicles?

Sliding gateClear travel space alongside the openingIs there enough unobstructed space beside the driveway?

Automation adds another layer of planning. The operator must suit the gate’s size, weight, construction and expected use. Power availability, control wiring and a way to operate the gate during a power interruption also need consideration.

Access options may include remotes, keypads or an intercom, depending on the system. Safety devices such as photoelectric sensors and sensing edges must be evaluated for the installation.

If an automatic gate binds, reverses unexpectedly or stops responding, avoid repeatedly cycling it. Keep people clear and have the mechanical and electrical causes checked rather than bypassing safety devices.

What information should I provide for a Frisco fence estimate?

An estimate is more useful when it describes the same scope you expect to receive. Share your address, the work you want done and the main problem you need solved. Photos can help explain visible damage, but they do not establish every site condition.

Useful details include approximate fence length, preferred material, number of gates and whether existing fencing needs removal. For repairs, include photos of the whole affected section as well as close-ups of posts, rails and hardware. For automatic gates, provide the operator’s manufacturer and model if you can read the label safely.

Ask the estimate to distinguish:

Repair work from new construction.
Fence materials from gate hardware or automation.
Removal and disposal from installation.
Included work from exclusions or unresolved site conditions.

That makes competing proposals easier to compare without assuming they cover identical materials or work.

Frisco fence and gate FAQs

Can a leaning fence be repaired without replacing the whole fence?

Sometimes. If the lean comes from one damaged post or a limited connection failure, that section may be repairable. The surrounding posts, rails and panels still need checking. When several supports have deteriorated, replacing a larger section may provide a more dependable result than isolated repairs.

Do I need approval before installing a fence in Frisco?

Check current City of Frisco requirements for your address and proposed work before installation. If your property has an HOA or other recorded restrictions, review those separately. Do not assume a replacement fence is automatically exempt or that a neighbor’s fence establishes what is allowed on your property.

Can an existing driveway gate be automated?

Possibly, but the existing gate must be suitable for automation. Its frame, supports, hinges or rollers need to move reliably without binding. The assessment also needs to cover operator compatibility, power, controls and entrapment protection. Mechanical repairs or gate modifications may be needed before an operator is added.

What causes an automatic gate to stop closing?

Possible causes include an obstructed photoelectric sensor, debris in the travel path, binding hardware, a control fault or a power problem. Keep people and vehicles clear, and do not bypass safety devices. Note any indicator lights or error messages and arrange an assessment rather than repeatedly forcing operation.

Request an estimate for your Frisco property. Call Morrison Gate & Fence at (469) 654-7729 to discuss fence repairs, replacement, a new installation or gate work. Share your priorities so the proposed scope addresses how you use the property.

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