Custom fabrication
Custom Iron Gates
Designed to your opening and style, from hand-formed scrollwork to clean modern lines.
Installation
Pedestrian and Walk Gates
Side yards, garden paths, pool areas and building entries all need a gate that is easy to use and built to last. We fabricate walk gates sized to the opening and matched to your fence.
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Pedestrian gates get used more than almost any other piece of metalwork on a property. They are opened with groceries in hand, slammed shut by kids and left open by guests. A good walk gate shrugs this off. A poor one drags on the ground, rattles and fails to latch.
We fabricate pedestrian gates in widths from narrow side passages to wider garden entries, in designs that match a fence or stand alone as a feature. Self-closing hinges and self-latching hardware are common requests for pool areas and shared spaces.
If you need a gate at a driveway for vehicles, see driveway gates. This page is for gates that people walk through.
Where it applies
Pedestrian Gates for homes and businesses
Residential and commercial applications
Residential
- Side-yard gates beside the house or garage
- Backyard and garden entries with a decorative design
- Pool-area gates with self-closing hardware
- Courtyard gates set into a wall or hedge line
Commercial
- Staff and service entrances in fenced yards
- Walk-through gates beside a vehicle gate
- Patio or dining area gates for restaurants
- Gates at the edge of a multifamily courtyard or amenity area
Why customers call
When a pedestrian gate is the right solution
- You need access without opening the big gate
- A separate walk gate means you do not have to open a heavy driveway gate every time someone walks through.
- A fence has a gap
- Open side yards and unfinished fence runs often just need a gate and a few posts to become secure.
- The existing gate is sagging or poorly hung
- Replacing a worn gate with a properly built frame solves dragging, latch misalignment and stiff swing.
- Pool or play-area safety
- Self-closing and self-latching hardware helps keep a gate shut behind each user.
Design, materials and finish
Design and hardware choices
Width and height
Standard walk gates suit most paths. Wider gates can accommodate wheelbarrows, strollers or equipment.
Top profile
Flat tops are clean and modern. Arched tops and decorative finials give a traditional feel.
Self-closing and self-latching hardware
Spring or hydraulic hinges close the gate automatically. Magnetic or mechanical latches secure it on closing.
Locks and privacy
Keyed, keypad or simple latch options are available. Slatted or solid infill adds privacy.
Small gates, big structural demands
A walk gate is small, but its posts take the full leverage of the gate swinging and being pushed open. Posts that are too light or set too shallow lean over time and cause latch problems. We pay attention to post size and footing depth as much as the gate itself.
How the work goes
A realistic project process
Project process
Step 1
Call and describe the opening
Tell us where the gate will go, approximate width, and whether it joins an existing fence or wall.
Step 2
Choose design and hardware
We help match the design to your fence and select hinges and latches for how the gate will be used.
Step 3
Fabricate to the opening
The gate and any new posts are fabricated and finished to confirmed dimensions.
Step 4
Install and test the latch
The gate is hung level, swing and closing are checked, and the latch is aligned.
Scope and pricing
What affects the scope and cost
Every project is different, so pricing depends on the details. These are the factors that shape the work.
- Gate width and height
- Design complexity and infill style
- Whether new posts and footings are needed
- Self-closing and locking hardware
- Matching an existing fence finish
Questions
Pedestrian Gates: common questions
Can you build a gate to match my existing iron fence?
Usually. Send photographs and rough measurements and we can propose a picket pattern, height and finish that blends with the fence.
Do you install self-closing gates for pools?
Yes, we can fit self-closing hinges and self-latching hardware. Pool barrier requirements can vary, so we review the specifics of your property with you.
Can a pedestrian gate be installed in a brick or stone wall?
Yes, where the wall or pillars are sound. Posts may be set beside or within the structure depending on conditions.
My walk gate drags on the ground. Can it be fixed?
Often yes, through post adjustment or re-hanging. See our gate repair page for how we approach this kind of work.
Related services
Often discussed together
Related services
Installation
Iron Fence Installation
Ornamental and security fencing, with posts, gates and finishes planned as one system.
Repair
Gate Repair
Fixes for sagging, sticking and damaged gates, from hinges and posts to welded sections.
Custom fabrication
Ornamental Ironwork
Hand-formed scrolls, balcony railings, accents and decorative panels.
Arranging pedestrian gates across DFW
Alpha Iron Work is based in Dallas and serves the whole metroplex. These service area pages offer more guidance for planning work in specific cities.
Discuss your pedestrian gates project
Call to discuss the work, the location, approximate dimensions, materials and scheduling. We will tell you what the job involves and what to expect next.
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