Custom gates in Texas should do more than open and close. They should fit your land, match your style, improve access, and create an entrance your family or business takes pride in for years
At Trails West Gate Company, every gate is made to order. No two properties are the same. No two customers want the exact same entrance. That is why we help you plan the full picture before giving a quote. Gate size, layout, artwork, materials, finish, posts, columns, fencing, overheads, and automation all affect the final design.
Our goal is simple. Remove the confusion. Show you the options. Build a gate that works for your property and carries the kind of legacy you want to leave behind.
Why Custom Gates Matter
A custom gate gives your property security, curb appeal, and identity. It also solves real problems around daily access, livestock flow, privacy, traffic, and long-term durability.
A properly designed gate should answer these questions before it is built:
• What type of property is it protecting?
• How wide does the entrance need to be?
• Will trucks, trailers, or equipment use the entrance?
• Should the gate swing, slide, or use a cantilever system?
• Does the entrance need automation?
• Will the design include stone columns, pipe fencing, or an overhead?
• What style best reflects the property?
When those questions are answered early, the project moves smoother and the finished entrance feels right from the road.
Our Custom Gate Collections
Trails West Gate Company offers three main gate collections to help you choose the right style, detail level, and overall entrance design.
Grand Collection
The Grand Collection is for customers who want the highest level of presence and detail. These gates are built to stand out. They are ideal for ranch entrances, estate properties, commercial entrances, and anyone wanting a true statement piece.
Grand Collection options include:
• Full custom artwork
• Large entrance spans
• Overheads and archways
• Stone or brick columns
• Property names and ranch branding
• Wildlife, logos, initials, and detailed metal art
• Integrated lighting and signage
• Gate automation and access control
This collection is the best fit when the entrance needs to be bold, memorable, and built as a legacy piece.
Ranch Collection
The Ranch Collection is built for landowners who want strength, function, and Texas character. These gates work well for ranches, farms, acreage, hunting properties, and rural homes.
Ranch Collection options include:
• Ranch brands and family names
• Wildlife and western-style artwork
• Pipe fencing tie-ins
• Wide openings for trailers and equipment
• Single swing, double swing, slide, or cantilever designs
• Optional overheads and entry signs
• Automation with keypad, remote, or app access
This collection gives your property a strong Texas identity while keeping daily use practical.
Classic Collection
The Classic Collection is clean, simple, and timeless. It is a strong fit for customers who want a custom gate with a refined look and less artwork.
Classic Collection options include:
• Clean profiles
• Straight or arched top designs
• Simple metal details
• Initials, address plates, or small artwork
• Single swing, double swing, or slide layouts
• PPG industrial paint
• Optional automation
This collection delivers a custom-built gate without overcomplicating the design.
Gate Styles and Layout Options
Every property has different space, traffic, and access needs. We help you choose the layout that fits your site.
Single Swing Gates
Single swing gates work well for smaller openings or properties with enough room for one panel to open inward or outward. They create a clean look and simple operation.
Double Swing Gates
Double swing gates are one of the most popular choices for residential, ranch, and commercial entrances. They split the opening into two panels, which works well for wider driveways and creates a balanced appearance.
Slide Gates
Slide gates are a smart choice when space is limited or when wind and slope make swing gates less practical. They move along the fence line and work well for commercial entrances and tight approaches.
Cantilever Gates
Cantilever gates do not rely on a ground track across the driveway. They are often used for commercial properties, ranches, and entrances where debris, gravel, or uneven ground would make a track less ideal.
Overheads, Columns, and Fencing
A custom gate is only one part of the entrance. The surrounding details shape the full first impression.
Overheads
Overheads create height, presence, and a clear entrance point. They work well for ranch names, business names, address signage, lighting, and decorative artwork.
Stone Columns
Stone columns help frame the gate and add weight to the entrance design. They also provide strong mounting points for lighting, keypads, and other access features.
Pipe Fencing
Pipe fencing creates a consistent look across the frontage and helps control access, livestock movement, and property boundaries.
Pedestrian Gates
A matching walk gate gives easier daily access without opening the main driveway gate. This is useful for homes, ranches, businesses, and gated communities.
Gate Automation and Access Control
Many customers choose automation because it adds convenience and control. A gate should be easy to use every day, especially during bad weather, busy mornings, or after dark.
Automation options include:
• LiftMaster gate operators
• Keypads
• Remotes
• App control
• Vehicle loops
• Intercoms
• Photo eyes
• Safety edges
• Battery backup
• Solar or electric power options
Automation should match the gate weight, opening size, wind exposure, traffic volume, and power availability. We help spec the right system for the property, not a one-size-fits-all setup.
Why Pricing Varies on Custom Gates
Custom gate pricing varies because every entrance has different requirements. A simple driveway gate and a full ranch entrance with overheads, stone columns, fencing, and automation are very different projects.
Pricing depends on:
• Gate size and opening width
• Single swing, double swing, slide, or cantilever layout
• Artwork detail
• Steel size and material requirements
• Paint and finish selection
• Posts, hinges, and hardware
• Stone columns or masonry
• Overheads or signage
• Pipe fencing or entrance fencing
• Gate automation and access control
• Site conditions and installation needs
This is why we prefer to talk through the project before giving a price. It helps prevent confusion and gives you a clearer idea of what is included.
Our Turnkey Process
Trails West Gate Company handles the process from start to finish. You do not have to coordinate multiple companies or guess what comes next.
- Consultation
We talk through your property, goals, style, access needs, and budget expectations.
- Site Review
We review the entrance layout, terrain, traffic flow, power availability, and any fencing or column needs.
- Design Planning
We help you choose the right collection, gate layout, artwork, finish, and add-ons.
- Fabrication
Your gate is custom-built using quality materials, careful welds, and proven construction methods.
- Finish
The gate is prepped and painted with durable industrial coatings suited for Texas weather.
- Installation
We install the gate, posts, columns, fencing, overheads, and automation based on the final design.
- Handoff and Support
We walk through the finished entrance, explain operation and care, and provide support for long-term performance.
Built for Texas Properties
Texas properties need gates built for real conditions. Heat, storms, wind, long driveways, livestock, equipment, and daily use all matter. Trails West Gate Company builds custom gates for homes, ranches, farms, businesses, and commercial properties across the state.
Whether you want a clean driveway gate, a working ranch entrance, a grand overhead, or a full commercial access system, we help you plan it the right way from the beginning.
Ready to Plan Your Custom Gate?
If you are ready to build a custom gate in Texas, we are ready to help. Bring your ideas, photos, rough measurements, and questions. We will help you understand the options and create a gate that fits your property, your style, and your long-term vision.
Call 979-277-9926 or email sales@trailswestco.com to request a free quote.