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Viking G-5. Built for cycles.
Installation and repair of the Viking G-5 swing operator for Houston homes, estates, and light commercial gates.
- ✓ $89 service call
- ✓ 30-minute callback
- ✓ Same-day service
- ✓ Owner-operated
- ✓ BBB Accredited & insured
The Viking G-5 is a DC swing operator with a commercial pedigree that we use on residential and light commercial gates that cycle more than a typical driveway. It is a solid choice for estate entries with staff and deliveries, small gated communities, and businesses with a swing gate.
We are authorized Viking installers and service the G-5 and the rest of the Viking lineup across greater Houston.
Where we install the G-5
- ✓Estate and custom-home swing gates with heavy traffic.
- ✓Small HOA and townhome community entries.
- ✓Light commercial swing gates at offices, churches, and small yards.
- ✓Solar installs where cycles are moderate and there is no power at the post.
Common G-5 repairs
- ✓Battery replacement; the G-5 runs on battery with a charger, like other DC units.
- ✓Board and surge damage after storms.
- ✓Arm hardware and bracket wear.
- ✓Limit and obstruction recalibration after hinge or post work.
- ✓Accessory faults: photo-eyes, loops, and receivers.
Access control
The G-5 accepts standard inputs for keypads, readers, telephone entry, CellGate, and cameras. For commercial sites we pair it with a cloud controller so the office manages credentials.
G-5 vs LiftMaster LA500
Both are capable operators for heavier residential gates. We lean Viking when the gate will see commercial-level cycles and LiftMaster when the homeowner wants myQ app control built in. Either way, we size to the leaf and the cycle count.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Viking G-5 residential or commercial?+
Both. It is built for continuous duty but sized for swing gates that fit residential and light commercial entries.
Does the G-5 have an app?+
App control comes from the access controller you pair with it, such as CellGate, rather than from the operator itself.
Can the G-5 run on solar?+
Yes. It is a DC operator. We size the panel to your cycle count.
Do you repair Viking operators you did not install?+
Yes. We service the full Viking line.
How long does a G-5 install take?+
Usually one day for a single swing on existing posts, including access devices and safety equipment.
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Call and we answer within 30 minutes. The owner or a senior technician comes out, diagnoses, and gives you a written quote before any work starts.