Overhead Gate Arches & Headers in Texas
Overhead gate arches in Texas for ranches, homes, and businesses. Trails West Gate Company designs and builds overhead headers and archways to frame the entrance, carry signage and lighting, and tie into columns and fencing. We deliver turnkey design, fabrication, coatings, installation, and wiring for a clean, durable result.
Why add an overhead
• Presence at the road.
• Space for ranch or business name.
• Integrated address plates.
• Proportions aligned with columns, gate span, and approach.
Styles
• Straight header, arched header, peaked header.
• Single-span or twin-beam designs.
• Overhead sign panels with laser-cut lettering or 3/16” artwork.
• Matching pedestrian entry header.
Materials and finishes
• Structural steel sized to span and wind.
• 3/16” plate for artwork and name panels.
• Double-coat industrial paint in property colors.
Columns and tie-ins
• Stone or brick columns matched to local architecture.
• Clean transitions to pipe, ranch-rail, or square-tube fencing.
Clearances and sizing
• Gate spans commonly 12–24 feet. Wider available.
• Overhead height typically 12–16 feet. Sized to your tallest vehicles and approach grade.
• Hinge posts, footings, and anchors engineered for load.
Automation friendly
• LiftMaster operators sized to gate weight and wind
• Keypads, intercoms, app control, and vehicle loops
• Photo eyes and safety edges set to recognized practices
Our turnkey process
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Consult and site review. Measurements, terrain, traffic, and power
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Design and proof. Scaled drawings with header profile, artwork, finish, and lighting
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Fabricate. Cut, weld, grind, fit hardware, and quality check
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Finish. Media prep and double-coat paint
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Install and wire. Set columns, hang gate, mount header, program devices
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Handoff. Documentation, training, and care tips. Service options available
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Cost and timeline
Price varies by span, header style, artwork, columns, finish, and devices. You receive an itemized quote and a clear schedule after design approval.
Service area
Texas-wide from Chappell Hill. Houston, Austin, San Antonio, DFW, Brazos Valley, Hill Country, and nearby markets.
FAQs
What height works for trucks and trailers?
Typical overhead height is 12–16 feet. We size clearance to your vehicles and grade.
Do you match house stone or paint?
Yes. Stone blends, mortar style, and paint colors align with nearby structures.
Can you add lighting and signage later?
Yes. We sleeve for power during build and mount panels or fixtures when ready.
Ready to start
Call 979-277-9926. Email sales@trailswestco.com. Request a free quote online.
