Westlake Dream Gates

Driveway Gate Automation & Motorized Gate Systems

Custom gates, motors, intercoms, and access control — engineered, built, and installed as one seamless system.
Licensed CSLB #1088712
Serving the Conejo Valley
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Driveway Gates & Automation

Your driveway gate is the first thing visitors see and the last thing you think about on your way out. We design, build, automate, and install complete driveway gate systems — from the gate itself to the motor, intercom, keypad, and smartphone control.

Because we handle every component ourselves, your system works as one. No mismatched hardware, no subcontracted guesswork, no finger-pointing if something needs service. One team, one warranty, one point of contact.

Natural wood vertical-picket driveway gate over stone paver drive in Malibu, CA, with keypad entry post
Gate Automation
Video Intercom & Entry
Vehicle Sensors & Loop Detectors
Keypads, Remotes & App Control

Gate Automation Systems

Driveway Gates & Automation

Your driveway gate should open as smoothly as your garage door. We install professional-grade gate operators sized precisely for your gate — whether it’s a lightweight aluminum swing gate or a heavy iron slider.

Installations often include smartphone integration, battery backup, and safety sensors as standard. We handle the full electrical run, conduit work, and programming — so everything works perfectly from day one.

Automated driveway and pedestrian gate, horizontal mahogany wood 5.5in with 1/4in gap on steel frame. 4x4in 1/4in thick hinge post. Lifetime wood treatment, Liftmaster LA500 single swing arm, Doorbird D21x with NFC chip function, and app control. Optex vehicle exit sensor.
Stainless DoorBird video intercom with camera, keypad, and call buttons mounted on a post, in the Santa Monica Mountains, CA

Video Intercom & Entry

Intercom

See and speak with visitors before granting access. We install modern video intercom systems that integrate seamlessly with your gate and smartphone.

From single-family homes to gated communities, our intercom solutions provide crystal-clear audio and video, night vision, and remote answering from anywhere in the world.

Vehicle Sensors & Loop Detectors

Access Control

Your gate should know when you are coming. We install vehicle sensors and in-ground loop detectors that open the gate as you drive up and hold it open until you are clear, plus exit loops so you never have to reach for a remote on the way out.

Safety comes from the same hardware: photo eyes and safety loops stop and reverse a moving gate when something is in its path, which is what keeps an automated gate compliant and safe around kids, pets and delivery drivers.

Black photo eye safety sensor mounted on an iron driveway gate post next to a block pillar, in Somis, CA
Automated driveway and pedestrian gate, horizontal mahogany wood 5.5in with 1/4in gap on steel frame. 4x4in 1/4in thick hinge post. Lifetime wood treatment, Liftmaster LA500 single swing arm, Doorbird D21x with NFC chip function, and app control. Optex vehicle exit sensor.

Keypads, Remotes & App Control

Access & App Control

Open your gate without reaching for your phone. We install weather-rated keypads, long-range remotes and smartphone app control, and we program codes for family, guests and vendors — including temporary codes you can delete once a job is done.

For app control we install LiftMaster myQ, which runs over its own cellular connection when there is no Wi-Fi at the gate, and the DoorBird and Ring apps. On properties already running Ubiquiti UniFi, your gate joins the same app as the cameras and doorbell, and we also install HoloVision entry stations. Where the hardware supports it, these connect to Apple Home, Google Home and Alexa, so you can open the gate by voice or include it in a scene — we set this up with you at handover.

Built for Every Driveway

Gate Types
Black ornamental iron arched double driveway gate with automation and intercom at a Spanish-style home in Camarillo, CA

Swing Gates

Classic double or single swing gates — ideal for flat driveways with room to swing inward or outward.
Close-up of a black aluminum horizontal-slat slide gate on its track over paver driveway in Camarillo Heights, CA

Slide Gates

Track-mounted gates that slide laterally along the fence line — perfect for sloped driveways or tight spaces.
Horizontal mahogany-slat driveway gate with black steel frame across a concrete drive in Thousand Oaks, CA

Automated Systems

Complete motorized systems with smartphone control, vehicle sensors, intercoms, and battery backup.

What Makes a Great Automated Gate System

LEARN THE DIFFERENCE

Professional-Grade Operators

We install commercial-grade operators from LiftMaster, All-O-Matic, FAAC/Viking, and HySecurity — not consumer-grade motors. Each operator is sized to your gate’s weight and daily usage cycle, ensuring reliable performance for years.

Integrated Safety Systems

Every automated gate we install includes photo-eye safety sensors, auto-reverse, and manual release. We also offer vehicle loop detectors and timed auto-close to prevent the gate from closing on a car or person.

Smart Home Ready

Modern operators can connect to your home WiFi and pair with a mobile app. Open, close, and monitor your gate from anywhere — grant temporary access to guests or deliveries, and receive alerts when the gate operates.

The Premium Difference

Why Westlake Dream Gates

Smartphone Control

Open and monitor your gate from anywhere. Grant temporary access to guests or deliveries with a tap.

Battery Backup

Every installation includes battery backup as standard — your gate works during power outages.

Video Intercom Integration

See and speak with visitors before granting access, from your phone or in-home monitor.

Safety Sensors Standard

Photo-eye sensors, auto-reverse, and manual release on every automated gate we install.

Full-Service Warranty

We service everything we install. One team, one warranty, one call for any issue.

Vehicle Sensors & Remotes

Drive up and your gate opens. Remotes, keypads, and loop detectors, license plate readers — your choice of access method.

What Goes Into Your Price

TRANSPARENT PRICING

Every figure here is an installed price. The ranges below are general estimates based on typical projects. Your actual price depends on size, material, design complexity, site conditions, and automation features. The best way to get an accurate number is a short phone call — we’ll review your photos and provide a clear, detailed estimate at no cost.

Driveway gates prices

Aluminum driveway gate$6,000 – $10,000+
Wrought iron driveway gate 12 ft × 6 ft$6,000 – $14,000+
Wood driveway gate cedar or redwood, 12 ft × 6 ft$6,000 – $12,000+
Mahogany driveway gate 12 ft × 6 ft$8,000 – $16,000+

Automation prices

Swing gate operator pair$6,000 – $12,000+
Slide gate operator$5,000 – $8,000+
Video intercom$4,000 – $6,000+
Keypad and remotes$300 – $1,500+
App control$300 – $1,000+
Vehicle sensor / loop detector$900 – $1,800+

What moves the price

  • Operator type and duty cycle — a residential swing arm and a commercial-duty slider are different machines.
  • Gate weight and span — heavier and wider needs a stronger operator and heavier posts.
  • Posts and columns — reusing sound existing posts or pillars is the cheapest case. An automated gate works its posts harder than a hand-operated one, so an existing column may need a steel post and footing set inside it, and older or purely decorative pillars sometimes have to be rebuilt.
  • Power at the gate — already there is the cheapest case. Bringing it out is the bigger line item.
  • Trenching and conduit run — distance from the power source, and what the trench has to cross: dirt, driveway, or hardscape.
  • Safety devices — photo eyes and edge sensors, sized to the gate and the opening.
  • Access choices — video intercom, keypad, app control and loop detectors each add hardware.
  • Retrofit or new install — automating an existing gate depends on how it was built. A gate we build is automation-ready from the start.

From Photos to Finished Gate

Our Process

Three steps to your dream entrance. Most estimates are done remotely — clear and fast.

01

Request a Callback & Send Photos

Fill out our form with your project details and upload a few photos. No in-person visit needed to get started.

02

Remote Estimate & Design

We review your photos, discuss your vision over the phone, and deliver a clear, detailed estimate with design options.
03

Professional Installation

Our crew installs with precision and care, leaving your property immaculate. We handle permits and HOA coordination.

Finished Driveway Gate Projects

FROM THE GALLERY

What Our Clients Say

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Chris and his team at Westlake Dream Gates did an outstanding job on our fence. The quality of the materials and craftsmanship were excellent. They worked well with us and kept us informed every step of the way. Highly recommend!
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I feel so lucky to have found Chris of Westlake Dream Gates! Am very picky about who I hire to work on my farm. He was kind, lovely to work with, professional and trustworthy in every way. When you find someone with this kind of ethic, and such high quality outcomes, keep their contact info in your "favorites" file. I've worked with Chris and his crew on two different projects now and will continue to do so in the future!
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Westlake Dream Gates was outstanding to work with for our fence repairs! They are very responsive to inquiries, their work is outstanding, and very timely. I cannot recommend them more highly than I do!
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Dealt directly with owner Chris. He is very responsive and professional. Prices are very competitive. The finished product looks and functions great and is so much nicer and more solid than the vinyl gate we replaced. Very high quality gate and hardware. So much more secure than most gates. I feel like I have a side door more than a side gate. I have already recommended Chris and Westlake Dream Gates and will use them again.
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Westlake Dream Gates installed fencing panels on our steep backyard hillside. It was truly a pleasure to work with Chris! He is honest, dependable, and very attentive. The materials used are high quality. He and his crew showed up everyday and cleaned up after. You can tell that his crew enjoys working with him. An overall great experience. Highly recommend.
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It’s been a month since Westlake Dream Gates created and installed our custom gates (main gate and a second dog gate) and we are still incredibly happy with the decision to work with WDG for this project. We wanted to go with something sleek, modern, sturdy, eco-friendly, and different from the typical vinyl product in order to update the well-worn wood gates we had before, and WDG delivered on all of those fronts and then some. Because everything is cut-to-fit on-site, Chris and his team worked with us during the installation process to ensure we got the gate designs we wanted along with managing the specific constraints that the walkway presented for this project. They were able to accommodate last-minute design needs without compromising the end result. And the end result has been great! Our family and neighbors have been giving us compliments about it ever since the install! The soft-close feature on both gates has been fantastic in that the gates don’t slam shut, reducing the noise that slamming typically makes while preserving the lifespan of the gates—something the old gates could have really benefitted from. Both gates were also equipped with kick down door stoppers, which makes it a breeze for the pool guy to get his equipment into the backyard without banging the gates in the process. We highly recommend WDG, Chris, and his team and will definitely be in touch when we decide to update the remainder of our property’s fencing.
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Great communication and easy to work with.
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Love both the gates they installed for me!
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I had 3 minor welding job repairs. They did a great job it turned out better than expected. They were prompt and price was reasonable. I would have them again for any metal work.
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Perfect design and installation. Very clean/neat, on time work.

Driveway Gates & Automation FAQ

Common Questions
In most cases, yes. We’ll evaluate your current gate’s weight, condition, and mounting to recommend the right motor. Send us photos and we can often assess remotely.
We install professional-grade operators from LiftMaster, All-O-Matic, FAAC/Viking, and HySecurity — not consumer-grade motors. Each installation is sized to your gate’s weight and usage.
Most modern operators connect to your home WiFi and pair with a mobile app. You can open, close, and monitor your gate from anywhere — and grant temporary access to guests or deliveries.
All our installations include battery backup as standard. Your gate continues to operate normally during outages, and there’s always a manual release for emergencies.
Yes — we install video intercom systems that integrate seamlessly with your gate and smartphone. See and speak with visitors before granting access, from your phone or in-home monitor.
We serve Thousand Oaks, Westlake Village, Calabasas, Oak Park, Agoura Hills, and the greater Conejo Valley and Ventura County area. Not sure if we cover your location? Give us a call.

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Black aluminum double driveway gate with horizontal slats, uphill hinges, and automation operators in Agoura Hills, CA

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