Custom Driveway & Security Gates in Metro Detroit
Swing gates, sliding gates, and automation-ready security gates designed and built to fit your property — combining curb appeal with real security. Serving Macomb, Wayne, and Oakland counties.
A custom driveway gate is one of the most impactful upgrades you can make to a property. Beyond security, a well-designed gate signals pride of ownership and dramatically improves curb appeal. HotFab Welding designs and fabricates custom gates for clients across Macomb, Wayne, and Oakland counties.
Because we are the fabricator and the installer, the gate that gets hung is the gate we measured and built — no handoffs, no telephone game between a designer and a separate install crew.
Swing gates vs. sliding gates
The two most popular styles are swing gates and sliding gates. Swing gates open inward or outward like a door and are ideal for driveways with enough clearance on either side. Sliding gates run on a track parallel to the fence line and are better suited to sloped driveways or tight urban lots where a swinging gate would not have room to open.
During your consultation we look at your grade, available clearance, and how you actually use the entrance day to day, then recommend the style that will operate reliably for years rather than the one that simply looks good on paper.
Automation-ready fabrication
If you want an automatic gate, the welding and fabrication have to be done with automation in mind from the start — proper hinge placement, weight balance, mounting points for the operator, and conduit access for wiring. We build gates that are ready for the operator your automation contractor installs, so the two halves of the project fit together cleanly.
Materials and finishes
We build gates in mild steel for ornamental designs, with stainless or aluminum options where corrosion resistance or weight matter. Every gate is primed and powder coated for Michigan weather, with finish colors selected to match your fence, home, or branding.
Where we provide custom gate fabrication
Custom Gate Fabrication is available from our shop at 13118 E 9 Mile Rd, Warren, MI 48089 and on-site across Metro Detroit, including Macomb County, Wayne County, Oakland County. Dedicated pages for the cities we work in most:
What affects the price
Every quote is written after we measure, but the drivers are the same on every job: total length or size, material (steel is most economical, aluminum and stainless cost more), design complexity such as ornamental work or glass infill, finish (powder coating adds cost and years of life), and whether the work is done in our shop or on site. For typical Michigan ranges see our welding & fabrication cost guide.
How to request a quote
Call (248) 259-9956 or send project details through the contact form. Photos and rough dimensions help us quote faster — include the material you prefer (steel, stainless, or aluminum) and a picture of the space or the broken part. We reply within one business day with a free, no-obligation written estimate. Not sure which service fits? See the welding & fabrication FAQ or browse recent work in the project gallery.
Common Questions
Should I get a swing gate or a sliding gate?
It depends on your driveway. Swing gates work well when there is clearance for the gate to open like a door. Sliding gates are better for sloped driveways or tight lots because they move parallel to the fence line. HotFab Welding assesses your grade and clearance and recommends the right option.
Can you build a gate that works with an automatic opener?
Yes. We fabricate gates to be automation-ready, with correct hinge placement, weight balance, operator mounting points, and conduit access, so your automation contractor can install the opener cleanly.
Do you install driveway gates, or only build them?
Both. HotFab Welding is the fabricator and the installer. We measure, build, deliver, and install your gate, and we handle on-site welding for posts and mounting.
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