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About
Custom Gates Matched to Your Kirkland Metalwork
A Kirkland gate benefits from something specific about our shop: we build the fences, railings, and gates together, so a new driveway or walk gate can share one finish and profile with everything else on the property instead of clashing with it.
We fabricate fully custom gates, build prefab horizontal slat gates, and offer vertical gates custom or prefab, in aluminum, steel, or a metal frame with wood infill, all finished for the lakeside air, with swing or slide automation.
We build our Kirkland gates in collaboration with Fences & Gates Pro, combining their gate and access expertise with the fabrication and automation we handle in our own shop.
What We Build
Gate Designs: Custom, Prefab Horizontal Slat, and Vertical
Three builds, all matchable to the metalwork already on your property, and all automatable.
Custom Fabricated Gates
Custom fabricated gates are welded to any design and matched to an existing fence or railing, for a driveway or walk gate that belongs with the rest of the property.
Prefab Horizontal Slat Gates
Prefab horizontal slat gates give lakeside contemporary homes a clean, modern entrance in an efficient build that resists the humid air.
Vertical Gates, Custom or Prefab
Vertical gates give the upright, traditional line, custom fabricated for an exact match or set as a quality prefab panel for a simpler opening.
Slat Materials
Gate Materials: Aluminum, Steel, or Wood Infill
Near the water the gate material becomes a real decision, and each option answers it differently.
Aluminum and Steel Gates
Near the water, aluminum’s immunity to rust keeps an automated gate moving smoothly; steel serves set-back lots and any wide or security gate. Both take marine-friendly powder-coats.
Metal Frame with Wood Infill
A metal frame with real wood infill pairs a true-running frame with natural boards, giving a lakeside gate genuine wood warmth without sacrificing a square, reliable swing.
Privacy Levels
Privacy, Semi Privacy, or Open Gates
From sealed to open, infill spacing tunes what the gate shows of the property.
Privacy
Solid or tight infill closes a driveway or lakeside courtyard gate off from the path and the neighbors entirely.
Semi Privacy
A slim gap keeps the lake breeze and light moving through while screening the entrance at eye level.
Open & Architectural
Open, ornamental spacing traces the entrance with a light touch that leaves lake views intact.
Automation
Automated Swing and Slide Gates in Kirkland
Both driveway gate types can be automated, finished to handle the lakeside air. We build and install the automation, then set it to open by remote, keypad, intercom, a wall button, or a sensor that reads your vehicle.
Swing Gates
Swing gates hinge open like a door, suited to a level lakeside driveway with room for the gate to arc open.
Slide Gates
Slide gates roll to the side along the fence line, the answer for a short or sloped Kirkland driveway near the water.
Every automated gate includes safety sensors that stop and reverse it if something is in the path, and we can add a keypad, intercom, or remote so guests and deliveries reach a waterfront home easily.
Laser Cut Panels
Custom Laser Cut Panels for Kirkland Gates
We laser cut custom metal panels into gates, matched to your other metalwork, so a Kirkland entrance can carry a unique pattern or address. The panels build into both custom and prefab gates, and this work is done in collaboration with Fences & Gates Pro.
Neighborhoods
Metal Gates Across Kirkland
From the shore in Houghton and Moss Bay up to Juanita, Totem Lake, and Bridle Trails, we build and automate gates matched to the home, the exposure, and the metalwork already there.
- Downtown Kirkland
- Houghton
- Moss Bay
- Norkirk
- Juanita
- Kingsgate
- Totem Lake
- Everest
- Bridle Trails
- Rose Hill
- Lakeview
- Forbes Creek
- Finn Hill
- North Rose Hill
- Market
- South Kirkland
Communities and New Builds
Working With Kirkland HOAs and New Construction
Kirkland’s condo rows and newer communities toward Kingsgate and Totem Lake often route gate changes through an association. We hand you the drawings and samples reviews ask for, styled within the guidelines.
Building new? We coordinate the gate, its automation, and any matching fence or railings with your builder so the whole property shares one finish and works on day one.
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Showroom
Visit Our Showroom in Kent
Mon – Fri — 9:00am – 6:00pm
Saturday — By Appointment
Sunday — CLOSED
Mon – Fri — 9:00am – 6:00pm / Saturday — By Appointment / Sunday — CLOSED
Looking for high-quality custom railings, fences, gates, and architectural metalwork? Visit our Custom Railings WA showroom in Kent, WA, where you can explore our wide range of modern, ornamental, glass, cable, commercial railings, fences, gates and other metalwork.
Customer Reviews for Custom Railings WA
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Posted on Google Kristina G.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We're so thrilled with our new stair railings! Custom Railings WA and Mike's team did a high quality job from start to finish. We got the black powder coat finish with hemlock handrail in natural stain, which looks so elegant (see attached photos). The powder coat finish is really attractive, and we like that it's durable and not easily scratched. We were a little nervous that the wood color/characteristics on the top rail might turn out to be inconsistent across such a long run of railing, but the hand rails on all of the railings match beautifully. Thank you, Mike and team for taking such great care of us! Our new stairs are the perfect touch for our new farmhouse.Posted on Google Adele FesanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We used this company for the second time, and this was our first time ordering railing for an outdoor deck. The service was absolutely outstanding from start to finish. Communication was excellent, the team was easy to work with, and everything was completed exactly on schedule. The installation crew was highly professional, respectful, and left the area clean after completing the job. It was truly a pleasure working with a company that operates with such care and professionalism. The quality of the railing is top-notch — a very high-end product that exceeded our expectations. We would highly recommend this company and will definitely use them again in the future.Posted on Google Leyla HasanovaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We ordered glass railings for our parents’ home in Seattle. We were choosing between two options, glass or modern metal railings, and in the end we decided to go with glass. We’re extremely happy with that choice. The team helped us understand the differences, guided us through the design, and completed the installation on time. The railings look amazing. Great experience overall!Posted on Google Zamina BabayevaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. From the first day, they were professional and easy to work with. Mike always replied quickly, and the team made sure every detail was just how I wanted. In the end, we got beautiful glass railings that fit perfectly with our modern home in Bellevue. Thank you, Custom Railings WA, for making the whole process smooth and enjoyable!Posted on Google J BTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had such a good experience getting outdoor railings for my front concrete steps and for my stone steps in the back garden. I had put off doing this for so long and thought that railings might detract from the aesthetic look of my yard, but I was so wrong. I absolutely love my new railings, and loved working with all the guys who came out - to measure, to bend the metal and dig post holes, and finally to install the finished railings. Thank you!Posted on Google Jill SprattTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a wonderful experience with Mike and his crew at Custom Railings WA. From design planning to installation they were knowledgeable, patient, helpful and professional.Posted on Google K CarrollTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic experience. Could not be more thrilled with the work Custom Railings did. Start to finish top notch work, excellent communication, very professional crew, wish all companies operated with such integrity, truly a pleasure to work with!Posted on Google Hanaa Abou OufTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We have beautiful new railings thanks to Custom Railings. Good communication, beautiful product, and they made sure everything was clean before they left. I will definitely use them again in the future!Posted on Google Cathy MooreTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a great experience with Custom Railings WA. They replaced our outdated railing with a new custom designed railing that fit our dreams and our budget. Communication was always clear and timely. They even worked around the chaotic schedule of other contractors working on our bigger remodeling project that impacted when the railing could be installed. Very Happy with our railing.
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How It Works
From First Call to Finished Railing
We keep the process simple. Here is what working with us on a Kirkland exterior railing looks like.
1
Request a Quote
Tell us about your project and share photos, dimensions, or inspiration if available.
2
Consultation
We review your goals, style preferences, layout, and material options in detail.
3
Site Measurement
Our team visits the site to take precise measurements.
4
Design
We create custom railing drawings for your space, style, and requirements.
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Fabrication
Your railing is fabricated using high-quality materials with close attention to fit and finish.
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Installation
We install the railing carefully on site and make sure every detail is completed properly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will a gate near Lake Washington corrode?
CustomRailingsWA2026-08-05T17:58:45-07:00Not when it is specified for the exposure. The humid lakeside air is hard on ordinary metal, so we favor rust-free aluminum near the water, finish steel through a multi-step process, and protect the automation and hardware, so the gate keeps operating smoothly for years.
Can you automate the gate?
CustomRailingsWA2026-08-05T17:58:15-07:00Yes. Both swing and slide gates can be automated, and we build and install the automation, finished to handle the lakeside conditions. It opens by remote, keypad, intercom, a wall button, or a vehicle sensor, and includes safety sensors that stop the gate if something is in the way.
Swing or slide gate near the water?
CustomRailingsWA2026-08-05T17:57:50-07:00It depends on the driveway. A swing gate suits a level drive with room to arc open; a slide gate rolls along the fence line, which is better for a short or sloped lakeside lot. We assess your entrance and recommend the one that will operate cleanly, then finish it for the humid air.
Can you match my gate to my existing fence and railings?
CustomRailingsWA2026-08-05T17:57:18-07:00Yes, and it is our main advantage in Kirkland. Because we fabricate gates alongside fences, railings, glass, and cable in the same shop, we can carry one powder-coat color and one profile from your existing metalwork to the new gate, so the whole property reads as one piece instead of separate parts.
