Solar-powered gates

Solar Gate Openers in the Bay Area

No power at the gate? A solar gate opener runs on a panel and batteries, so you skip the trench. LiftMaster solar-ready openers, sized and installed by us.

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Quick answer

What is a solar gate opener?

A solar gate opener is an automatic gate operator that runs from batteries charged by a solar panel instead of line power. It’s the practical choice for long rural driveways, ranch entries and gates where trenching power would be costly. How well it works depends on the panel’s sun, the gate’s weight and how often it runs. Eagle Automatic Gate & Door sizes and installs LiftMaster solar-ready openers and solar packages across the Bay Area, wine country and the hills.

Updated October 2026

What you get
  • No trench for power
  • Solar panel and battery storage
  • Swing or slide gates
  • Sized to your sun and traffic
  • Battery keeps it running at night
Good fit for
Rural drivesRanchesVineyardsHillside lotsRemote gates
We repair all major brands
LiftMasterChamberlain EliteDoorKingAll-O-MaticEagle Access Control SystemsCellGateDoorBird
Solar-ready LiftMaster

Solar options we install.

Each of these runs from a solar panel and batteries. We pick the model by gate size and how often it opens.

LA412UL solar package

A 12VDC arm opener package built around solar for home swing gates.

RSW12UL swing

Solar-ready pad-mounted swing operator for home gates up to 1,000 lb.

RSL12UL slide

Solar-ready slide operator for home gates up to 800 lb.

CSW24UL commercial swing

Solar-ready high-traffic swing operator up to 1,600 lb.

Solar panel kit

LiftMaster’s 12V, 10 W panel kit for solar-ready operators.

Best for: Panel sizing

A solar gate we installed

An automatic iron gate on a long drive, running on solar.

Best for: Rural driveways
No trench needed

Power is far from your gate?

Skip the driveway trench. We’ll check the sun at your gate and quote a solar opener that fits your traffic, with a written price first.

Sun at the gate

Where the panel goes matters most.

The panel should face south with clear sky most of the day, and it doesn’t have to sit on the gate post. We check trees, hills and winter sun on the visit, and size the panel and batteries for how often you open the gate.

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See which models are solar-ready, their gate limits and their warranties.

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How we install a solar opener.

Here’s how a solar gate goes from first visit to opening on sunshine.

Step 1 Sun & site check We check sun at the gate, the gate itself and how often it opens.
Step 2 Size the system We choose the operator, panel and batteries for your traffic and winter sun.
Step 3 Written quote A clear price for the operator, solar kit, safety devices and access.
Step 4 Install We mount the operator and panel, wire the batteries and program remotes.
Step 5 Safety test We test the photo eyes and auto-reverse and show you the manual release.
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What our customers say on Google.

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Rafael H.
a year ago
★★★★★

I recently had an automatic gate opener installed by Eagle Automatic Gate & Door, and I’m very pleased with the whole experience. Out of the four companies I got quotes from, theirs was the most reasonable, by far. But what really made the difference was Richard. Straight shooter, no games.

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Alon M.
8 months ago
★★★★★

Really happy with the gate installation by Eagle Automatic Gate & Door. The whole process was simple and stress free from the beginning. Sam, the technician, was easy to communicate with and explained everything clearly. The work came out great and everything functions perfectly.

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Hope H.
5 months ago
★★★★★

I had a great experience with Sam and Matt from this automatic gate repair company. I reached out in the morning and received a response right away. Sam arrived quickly, was professional, and diagnosed the issue efficiently. I really appreciate how fast, knowledgeable, and helpful they were.

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Mari M.
5 months ago
★★★★★

We absolutely love our custom fabricated gates! We couldn’t find anything that fit the sizes and quality we were looking for. We spent hours online and didn’t want to risk the quality on an overseas gate. Matt and the team did an amazing job.

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Ido D.
a year ago
★★★★★

I recently had a new driveway gate and fence installed by Eagle Automatic Gate & Door, and I’m very happy with the result. The whole process was smooth from beginning to end. Communication was easy and clear, no stress, no confusion, just straight to the point and professional.

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Kenny M.
a year ago
★★★★★

This company did an amazing job installing our new automatic iron driveway gate. Richard, our tech, was professional, friendly, and made everything so easy. They installed the gate, keypad, and solar system all in one day, and everything works great.

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Miguel A.
3 months ago
★★★★★

I needed someone to come out the same day to fix a gate issue caused by a tenant, and this company responded immediately! They sent someone out the same day, Sam fixed the sensor. He was on time, communicated very well throughout the process, and got everything working quickly. I highly recommend them.

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From our installer
“We install solar gate openers on ranch and hillside drives all over the Bay Area, where running power would cost more than the gate.”
JeffGate Installation Manager, Eagle Automatic Gate & Door
Going solar

Can I convert my existing gate opener to solar?

Sometimes. Many current LiftMaster DC operators are solar-ready, so we add a panel kit and batteries and you’re done. Older AC openers can’t run on solar; they need replacing with a solar-ready DC model. Heavy gates that open dozens of times a day may also need more panel and battery than is practical. Call our specialist with your opener model and we’ll tell you what it takes.

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Our business model

Our “We” commitment.

Five things we do on every job. Follow them left to right: they end with you happy, and you telling friends and family about us.

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1
We keep training

So every tech shows up professional.

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2
We find the best price

We check the market and buy in bulk.

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3
We put you first

Our team knows you matter most.

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4
We go beyond

Still here after the job is done.

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We stay current

Newest operators, access & safety tech.

You recommend us, and it all circles back

Our business runs on one belief: the best service pays back. Happy customers are our best advertising.

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Meet the team

A family-owned crew that stands behind every gate.

Jeff, our manager, explains how we size solar gate openers for Bay Area sun and traffic.

  • Family-owned
  • 20+ years experience
  • Licensed CA #1138855
Service area

Solar gate openers across the Bay Area.

Headquartered in Campbell, we serve the South Bay, Peninsula, East Bay, North Bay and Santa Cruz County. Visits are by appointment.

Eagle on Google Maps → 2643 S Bascom Ave #20, Campbell, CA 95008
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Straight answers

Solar gate opener questions.

Still not sure? Call us and describe what your gate is doing.

Do solar gate openers work in the Bay Area?+

Yes, with good panel placement. Most of the Bay Area gets enough sun year-round; deep shade or very heavy use may need a larger panel or batteries.

Does a solar gate work at night?+

Yes. The panel charges batteries during the day, and the batteries run the gate at night and on cloudy days.

How much does a solar gate opener cost?+

It depends on the operator, panel and battery size, the gate and access control. Every project starts with a free site visit and a written quote.

Which LiftMaster openers can run on solar?+

Solar-ready models include the LA412UL package, RSW12UL, RSL12UL, CSW24UL and CSL24UL.

How long do solar gate batteries last?+

Typically a few years, depending on temperature and use. We test them on service visits and replace them before they fail.

Is a solar gate opener covered by a warranty?+

Our work is backed by a parts and labor warranty, and LiftMaster equipment carries the manufacturer’s warranty.

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