The Hidden Power Behind Your Gate: Why Battery Maintenance Matters

The Hidden Power Behind Your Gate: Why Battery Maintenance Matters - AS GATE & FENCE

When you press your remote and your gate slides open, there’s a quiet hero working behind the scene, your battery system.
Whether you own an Allomatic, LiftMaster, or Viking gate operator, your gate relies on its backup batteries to stay functional during power outages. But without regular maintenance, these batteries can fail silently, leaving you stuck with a gate that won’t move when you need it most.

At A.S. Gate & Fence, we help DFW homeowners and businesses keep their gate systems dependable through professional automatic gate battery maintenance and replacement.

Why Gate Batteries Fail

Automatic gate batteries usually last between 3-5 years, but several factors can cause early failure:

  1. Overcharging from the control board - Older or faulty chargers can push too much voltage (over 27.5V in 24V systems), leading to overheating and acid vapor leakage.

  2. Loose connections - Poor terminal contact creates heat and sparks, damaging connectors.

  3. Extreme weather - North Texas heat and humidity cause batteries to dry out or corrode faster.

  4. Aging or mismatched batteries - Combining old and new batteries results in uneven charging and short life span.

Signs Your Gate Battery Needs Attention

  • Gate opens or closes slower than usual

  • Clicking sounds from control box

  • Battery indicator light stays red or blinking

  • Visible corrosion, melting, or burnt connectors

  • Gate doesn’t move after a power outage

If any of these sound familiar, your system may be due for a battery inspection or replacement service.

 

Simple Battery Maintenance Tips

To extend your battery life and prevent costly repairs:

  1. Disconnect power before handling batteries.

  2. Clean corrosion with a mix of baking soda and water.

  3. Tighten and secure all terminals.

  4. Measure voltage - healthy batteries should read 13.5-13.8V per 12V unit during charge.

  5. Replace both batteries together.

  6. Apply dielectric grease to prevent moisture buildup.

  7. Schedule maintenance every 6 months, especially before summer and winter seasons.

 

Professional Battery Service Across DFW

At A.S. Gate & Fence, our technicians perform complete gate operator maintenance, including:

  • Voltage and load testing

  • Charger output verification

  • Wiring and terminal inspection

  • Corrosion cleanup and protective coating

We service and replace gate batteries for residential, commercial, and HOA communities across Frisco, Plano, Carrollton, Lewisville, The Colony, Denton, Dallas, and surrounding DFW cities.

Our goal is to make sure your gate is reliable 24/7, no matter the weather or power conditions.

 

Keep Your Gate Reliable  - Day and Night

Battery care might seem small, but it’s one of the most important steps in protecting your automatic gate investment.
Don’t wait for a dead battery to leave you stranded - let the professionals at A.S. Gate & Fence handle your gate battery inspection and preventive maintenance.

Call: 214-548-1434

Serving Frisco, Plano, Carrollton, Lewisville, Denton, The Colony, and the entire DFW Metroplex.

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