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FAAC Gate Installation in Johns Creek: What to Know First
We install FAAC automated gate systems in Johns Creek as an independent service provider, with most residential projects measured, quoted, and scheduled within three to five business days. Every installation starts with a written, itemized price before any work begins, and every completed job carries our 365-Day Done Right Promise. If you’re researching FAAC operators for a new driveway gate or replacing an aging 400-series unit on a Johns Creek property, call us at (678) 394-1765 for a free measure and written estimate.
How FAAC Products Fail - and How We Fix Them
- FAAC 770 slide-gate operators: The limit-switch cam wears a flat spot after roughly 6-8 years of daily cycles, causing the gate to drift past its stop point and slam the mechanical bumper. We replace the cam with the OEM brass unit, not the aftermarket polymer version that softens in Georgia heat, then photograph the new limit position for the job record.
- FAAC 402 hydraulic swing arms: The internal bypass valve sticks open when old fluid breaks down, so the gate moves at crawl speed or stops mid-travel. We flush the hydraulic circuit, refill with FAAC-spec oil, and bench-test the pressure relief before reinstalling. In Johns Creek, we see this more often on south-facing gates where summer cabinet temperatures exceed 140 degrees.
- FAAC 415 control boards: The relay outputs for the magnetic lock or safety loop fail closed after voltage spikes, which means the gate “thinks” it’s safe to move when it isn’t. We test every output with a loop simulator, replace the board only if the trace damage is visible, and always verify the homeowner’s surge protector status.
- FAAC photocell pairs (XP series): The receiver lens clouds over time, especially on properties near the Chattahoochee where morning fog is common. We align the beam with a digital level, clean or replace the lens, and document the final millivolt reading on the receiver terminal so the next technician has a baseline.
- FAAC 770 chain assemblies: The original #40 roller chain stretches unevenly when the tensioner is set too tight, which accelerates sprocket wear and throws the gate out of square. We measure chain sag at mid-span, set it to manufacturer spec, and check the slide gate’s nylon guide shoes for the cracking that usually follows.
Our FAAC Gate Installation Process

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Site measure and load calculation. We weigh the gate leaf or leafs, measure the opening, and calculate the duty cycle. A 16-foot iron swing gate in Johns Creek needs a different operator spec than the same gate in aluminum.
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Written scope and price. Under Haven Standard Clause 1, we deliver an itemized quote: operator model, mounting hardware, safety devices, power run length, and labor. No work starts until you have the signed copy.
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Parts decision. We stock FAAC OEM operators and keep quality aftermarket options for budget-conscious jobs. If we use non-OFAAC parts, we note the manufacturer and warranty term on the written scope so there’s no confusion.
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Install and program. We set limit switches with a digital protractor, program auto-close timers to your preference, and integrate any existing access control. Every wire termination is photographed.
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Safety test and documentation. We test entrapment protection per UL 325, verify the manual release function, and leave you with a photo log of the installation and a written record of all settings. Under Clause 4, this documentation is included at no additional charge.
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365-Day coverage begins. The Done Right Promise starts the moment we finish. If anything about the installation isn’t right, we make it right. No argument, no fee, no expiration within that window.
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Most FAAC residential installations in Johns Creek fall between these ranges:
- FAAC 402 hydraulic swing-gate operator, single leaf, with standard hardware: $2,400-$3,200
- FAAC 770 slide-gate operator, residential duty, with chain and nylon guides: $2,800-$3,800
- FAAC 415 electromechanical swing arm, light-duty residential: $1,900-$2,600
- New power run from house to gate, underground conduit, 110V: $800-$1,400 depending on distance and trenching obstacles
- Safety edge kit (resistive or wireless) for entrapment protection: $340-$580
What moves the price: gate material and weight, existing power availability, need for masonry or post work, and whether we’re integrating with an intercom or keypad system already on the property. The price we write is the price you pay. No surprise invoice, no “while we were out here” add-ons. Call (678) 394-1765 for a free measure and exact quote.
Why Johns Creek Homeowners Call Vance Gate Repair Johns Creek for FAAC Work

We’ve been working driveways and community entries in Johns Creek for several years now, including repeat calls along the Nesbit Ferry Road corridor where iron swing gates take a beating from Georgia humidity. Adrian Vance brought his documentation habit south from Queens - name what you found, name what it costs, name what you left behind - and our crew applies it to every FAAC operator we touch.
We’re not locked to one brand. We service nine major automation lines, including LiftMaster, Mighty Mule, Ghost Controls, and DoorKing, so if your property has mixed equipment or you’re weighing a switch, we can compare honestly. A live person answers our phone 24 hours a day. Background-checked, uniformed technicians arrive with their name and photo already sent to you. And every job leaves a written record, so no future technician has to guess and you never pay twice to rediscover the same problem.
FAQs
No, but only if the installation follows FAAC’s mounting, electrical, and programming specifications. As an independent FAAC service provider, we install to manufacturer spec and document every setting. If a warranty claim ever arises, you have our written record of what was installed and how it was configured. Call (678) 394-1765 if you need clarification on your specific unit’s warranty status.
Most residential FAAC installations are completed in one working day, assuming power is available at the gate location and no unforeseen masonry or post work is needed. We schedule a measure first, deliver a written price, then book the install. You’ll know the exact date before anything is ordered.
If the control board is failed and the operator is over 12 years old, replacement usually makes more sense than chasing intermittent electronic faults. If the issue is mechanical - a worn cam, stretched chain, sticky valve - repair is often the better value. We offer free second opinions on any written estimate from another company; bring the paperwork and we’ll review it at no cost.
We stock common FAAC operators, limit cams, and control boards. Specialty items or less common voltage configurations may need one to three business days. We never start work with parts on order - we confirm availability before we schedule.
Under Haven Standard Clause 4, you receive a photographed record of the installation: operator serial number, limit-switch settings, wire terminations, and safety-device test results. You keep the photo log; we file the duplicate. If a technician ever returns to your gate, they start with facts, not guesses.
Written by Adrian Vance, Owner, Vance Gate Repair Johns Creek at Vance Gate Repair Johns Creek, serving Johns Creek and nearby areas.





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