Mulholland Brand designs, builds and installs custom powder-coated aluminum driveway, pedestrian and side gates for homes in Carlsbad, Encinitas and the rest of San Diego County. Our aluminum does not rust or rot, which matters when your gate faces ocean air every day. We make every gate in-house and install it with our own W-2 crews.
At a glance
- Built for the coast: powder-coated aluminum does not rust like iron or rot like wood.
- Custom, not catalog: modern horizontal designs, privacy layouts, wood-look aluminum and laser-cut patterns.
- Smart access: keypad and fingerprint locks, car-integrated openers and intercoms.
- One team: we design, manufacture and install every gate ourselves.
Why coastal homeowners replace iron and wood gates with aluminum
Near the beach, wrought-iron gates rust at the welds and hinges, and wood gates swell, warp and rot. If you've already replaced a gate once for one of those reasons, you know how that goes.
Our powder-coated aluminum does not rust or rot. The color is a baked-on finish rather than brushed-on paint. Read more about why aluminum gates don't rust and how we approach driveway gates for salt air.
Gate options for a Carlsbad or Encinitas home
Driveway gates
A driveway gate controls who comes onto the property and is often the most visible part of the house from the street. We build sliding and swinging aluminum driveway gates sized to your opening and approach. Not sure which one fits? See is a sliding driveway gate right for your San Diego home.
Pedestrian and side gates
A side gate secures the side yard, the pool approach or a service entry, and it gets used every day. We build pedestrian and side gates that match the driveway gate and fence.
Wood-look and laser-cut designs
If you like the warmth of a wood gate but are tired of it rotting, our wood-look aluminum has the look and feel of wood without the rot. For an entry that stands out, we design custom laser-cut gates.
Matching fences
A new gate next to an old fence can look unfinished. We also build aluminum fences, so the gate and fence can share the same finish and slat style.
Smart access for your gate
Decide how people will get in before the gate is designed. We offer:
- Keypad locks for family, guests and service providers
- Fingerprint locks, often a good fit for a pedestrian gate
- Car-integrated openers so you can open the driveway gate from your car
- Intercoms so visitors can call the house from the gate
Our smart gate buying advice walks through the choices.
What your gate quote should cover
A gate quote should cover the complete entrance, not just the gate panel. Before you sign, make sure it lists:
- Gate type, size and design
- Material and powder-coated finish
- Posts and any structural work
- Hinges, latches, locks and other hardware
- Any opener, keypad, fingerprint lock or intercom
- Electrical work, and who does it
- Installation and cleanup
Why Carlsbad and Encinitas homeowners choose Mulholland Brand
- We make it ourselves. Every gate is designed and manufactured in-house, from powder-coated aluminum, at our factory in Canoga Park.
- Our own crews install it. Installation is done by our own W-2 employees, not subcontractors.
- Local team. We have a San Diego location as well as our Canoga Park location.
- Licensed and established. California contractor license CSLB #1061373, operating since 1994.
We serve Carlsbad, Encinitas, North County San Diego and all of San Diego County. See our other custom gates in San Diego.
Frequently asked questions
Who installs modern aluminum gates in Carlsbad or Encinitas?
Mulholland Brand designs, builds and installs custom powder-coated aluminum driveway, pedestrian and side gates throughout Carlsbad, Encinitas and San Diego County.
Will an aluminum gate rust like my old wrought-iron gate?
No. Our powder-coated aluminum does not rust or rot, which is why it's a common replacement for wrought-iron gates near the coast.
Can you make a modern custom driveway gate?
Yes. We design and manufacture custom driveway gates in-house, including horizontal-slat, privacy, wood-look and laser-cut designs.
Can my side gate have smart access?
Yes. We offer keypad and fingerprint locks, car-integrated openers and intercoms.
Can the gate match my fence?
Yes. We build aluminum fences too, so the gate and fence can be designed together with the same finish.
Get a quote for your gate
Send us photos of the gate opening from inside and outside, rough measurements, and the look you want. We'll design the gate for your home and give you a written quote.
Book a consultation with Mulholland Brand. Our office is open Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM.
