https://www.lancastergaragedoors.com.au/blog daily 0.75 2026-01-23 https://www.lancastergaragedoors.com.au/blog/garage-door-repairs-bunbury monthly 0.5 2026-04-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/4d604b54-510e-45a9-84da-4eceaead1a72/Blo Blog - Garage Door Repairs Bunbury: Why Broken Springs And Rollers Are Dangerous - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/862eb422-3a0f-4fb1-9d58-cda3a8ea70b8/Blo Blog - Garage Door Repairs Bunbury: Why Broken Springs And Rollers Are Dangerous Correct spring tension Smooth roller alignment Reduced motor strain Safe, predictable operation https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/dfa7864d-ac04-4c19-97cc-7967057f7271/Blog-LGD-03+%284%29.png Blog - Garage Door Repairs Bunbury: Why Broken Springs And Rollers Are Dangerous - Written by Paul Simmons – Owner of Lancaster Garage Doors Paul is the owner and lead technician at Lancaster Garage Doors, a trusted family business based in Bunbury, Western Australia. With years of hands-on experience, he’s passionate about helping homeowners and property managers keep their garage doors running safely and reliably. Edited and Published by CLP Advertising & Photography Services https://www.lancastergaragedoors.com.au/blog/bunbury-garage-door-repairs monthly 0.5 2026-03-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/8f7550db-51e1-4a94-99ba-6cf017ace689/Blo Blog - Bunbury Garage Door Repairs: Warning Signs That Prevent Serious Failure These noises often indicate: Worn rollers or hinges Loose hardware Dry or corroded moving parts Motor strain due to imbalance https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/ceab1fb6-38a7-4494-b046-9aeab08d0cb0/Blo Blog - Bunbury Garage Door Repairs: Warning Signs That Prevent Serious Failure - Look for: Rust on springs, cables, or hinges Frayed cables Loose bolts or brackets Cracked rollers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/dfa7864d-ac04-4c19-97cc-7967057f7271/Blog-LGD-03+%284%29.png Blog - Bunbury Garage Door Repairs: Warning Signs That Prevent Serious Failure - Written by Paul Simmons – Owner of Lancaster Garage Doors Paul is the owner and lead technician at Lancaster Garage Doors, a trusted family business based in Bunbury, Western Australia. With years of hands-on experience, he’s passionate about helping homeowners and property managers keep their garage doors running safely and reliably. Edited and Published by CLP Advertising & Photography Services https://www.lancastergaragedoors.com.au/blog/garage-doors-bunbury-rentals monthly 0.5 2026-02-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/b26495fc-3b05-4a16-a63d-ae0c19b9eeba/Blo Blog - Garage Doors Bunbury: What Renters and Real Estate Need to Know - When Garage Door Remotes Should Be Recoded Recoding a garage door opener removes all previously programmed remotes and allows only approved remotes to work. This should be done: At the start of a new tenancy When a remote is lost or stolen If there is uncertainty about how many remotes exist After a change in occupants where access control matters Recoding is the electronic equivalent of changing locks between tenants. It is simple, quick, and significantly improves security. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/d87c4785-26f6-4828-96ba-9fc82347083e/Blo Blog - Garage Doors Bunbury: What Renters and Real Estate Need to Know Renters Renters are generally responsible for: Keeping remotes secure Replacing batteries during the tenancy Reporting faults or lost remotes promptly Returning all remotes at the end of the lease If a remote is lost or damaged through tenant use, the tenant may be responsible for replacement or recoding costs. Real Estate Agents and Owners Agents and owners are typically responsible for: Ensuring the garage door operates safely Providing functioning remotes at lease start Addressing faults not caused by tenant misuse Managing access security between tenancies Between tenancies, recoding remotes is considered good practice even if all remotes are returned. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/dfa7864d-ac04-4c19-97cc-7967057f7271/Blog-LGD-03+%284%29.png Blog - Garage Doors Bunbury: What Renters and Real Estate Need to Know - Written by Paul Simmons – Owner of Lancaster Garage Doors Paul is the owner and lead technician at Lancaster Garage Doors, a trusted family business based in Bunbury, Western Australia. With years of hands-on experience, he’s passionate about helping homeowners and property managers keep their garage doors running safely and reliably. Edited and Published by CLP Advertising & Photography Services https://www.lancastergaragedoors.com.au/blog/we-are-an-approved-merlin-dealer monthly 0.5 2025-12-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/4c85c5b5-d468-49f8-b88b-d9969c161420/Blog-LGD-03+%281%29.png Blog - Why Choosing an Approved Merlin Dealer Matters - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/2d20dbbe-9798-4e22-a270-bc058e3f7f3f/Blog-LGD-03+-+.jpg Blog - Why Choosing an Approved Merlin Dealer Matters - Full Manufacturer Warranty Applies Merlin’s warranty terms vary by model but crucially depend on authorised installation and servicing. For example, the Merlin Commander Ultimate carries a 7-year or 15,000-cycle limited warranty when installed by an approved dealer. By contrast, if the same opener is purchased online and installed by someone not approved by Merlin, the warranty is limited to 1 year or 1,000 cycles, whichever comes first. This means that you lose out on years of protection if you cut corners. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/cc4e4cf7-dfb0-433e-abdb-e089ed9a50ec/Blog-LGD-03+-++%281%29.jpg Blog - Why Choosing an Approved Merlin Dealer Matters - Local Support with an Approved Merlin Dealer When something goes wrong, an authorised local dealer like Lancaster can usually diagnose the issue, order the correct part, and replace it on site without needing to ship your entire unit interstate or overseas. That means minimal downtime for your garage door. If you buy from an online retailer, you may have to return the entire unit for warranty claims. In most cases, you’ll need to send the motor back to where you bought it (for example, an online reseller or a hardware chain such as Bunnings). They must then return it to the supplier, a process that can take six weeks or more and leave your garage door unsecured or unusable in the meantime. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/a70382b6-b8fa-48a8-9b56-c6b5a6785cf5/Blog-LGD-03+-++%282%29.jpg Blog - Why Choosing an Approved Merlin Dealer Matters - Balanced Springs and Motor Protection Authorised installers ensure your door’s springs are correctly tensioned and balanced. Without correct balance, the opener’s motor works harder, sensors may misread, and safety features may not perform as intended. Proper balance extends the life of the motor and reduces the risk of damage. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/83bf2e36-a6f3-4433-a5fc-14ccd8e72a30/Blog-LGD-03+-++%283%29.jpg Blog - Why Choosing an Approved Merlin Dealer Matters - Lower Total Cost of Ownership Even if the upfront cost of an authorised dealer’s installation is slightly higher, the long-term savings often outweigh it. Fewer breakdowns, valid warranties, scheduled servicing, and correct setup extend the life of your system and prevent costly repairs. Predictable Maintenance, Fewer Surprise Repairs Authorised dealers maintain your service history. They can remind you when the next service is due, reduce wear and tear, and catch small issues before they become expensive problems. True Value and Assurance You get peace of mind knowing your opener is installed by professionals who stand behind their work. You’re not chasing overseas suppliers, disputing warranty claims, or replacing motors prematurely. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/dfa7864d-ac04-4c19-97cc-7967057f7271/Blog-LGD-03+%284%29.png Blog - Why Choosing an Approved Merlin Dealer Matters - Written by Paul Simmons – Owner of Lancaster Garage Doors Paul is the owner and lead technician at Lancaster Garage Doors, a trusted family business based in Bunbury, Western Australia. With years of hands-on experience, he’s passionate about helping homeowners and property managers keep their garage doors running safely and reliably. Edited and Published by CLP Advertising & Photography Services https://www.lancastergaragedoors.com.au/blog/garage-door-maintenance-in-bunbury monthly 0.5 2025-12-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/0d8d7288-10c7-4156-a57b-5de4bd0be91b/Blog-LGD-02+-+Visual+Inspection.jpg Blog - 7 Tips for Garage Door Maintenance in Bunbury - Visual Inspection Look over your door carefully each month. Check for loose or missing screws, bolts, hinges, and rollers. Watch and listen as the door opens and closes. Jerking or scraping sounds often indicate misalignment or worn parts. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/2ebd7a38-8d55-4394-bf9a-b7386f410aaa/Blog-LGD-02+-+Balance+Test.jpg Blog - 7 Tips for Garage Door Maintenance in Bunbury - Balance Test Pull the red emergency release cord to disconnect the opener. Lift the door manually to waist height. If it stays in place, your springs are likely balanced. If it drops or springs up, they need professional adjustment. Never adjust the springs yourself, as they are under high tension and can cause serious injury. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/90ead088-8fb6-4949-b306-cfa6ba736cfd/CLPSit Blog - 7 Tips for Garage Door Maintenance in Bunbury What to Use Use a lanolin-based spray such as INOX MX3 or Lanotec. These products cling to metal, repel moisture, and don’t attract dust. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/b97dce29-73f1-4041-8767-f48733f700a6/CLPSit Blog - 7 Tips for Garage Door Maintenance in Bunbury What to Avoid Avoid using WD-40 or other multipurpose sprays. WD-40 is a solvent that removes existing grease instead of protecting it. It may quiet noise temporarily but will leave your door unprotected against rust. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/6da632cb-bad8-4168-9672-6f70f1b776b2/Blog-LGD-02+-+Check+Springs%2C+Cables+and+Chains.jpg Blog - 7 Tips for Garage Door Maintenance in Bunbury - Springs and cables are critical components that carry the door’s weight. Look for rust, corrosion, or frayed wires. Do not attempt to repair or replace them yourself. For chain-driven openers, check the tension. A sagging chain causes jerky movement while an overly tight chain stresses the motor. Lightly lubricate metal chains with the same spray used on hinges. Belt drives do not require lubrication. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/d2d86c26-5ca3-4627-871b-3b0ae0ab9703/Blog-LGD-02+-+4.+Tighten+or+Replace+Hardware+.jpg Blog - 7 Tips for Garage Door Maintenance in Bunbury - Oftern garage doors will be installed and the builders don’t check to see if all hardware is where it should be, this means that the garage doors are often missing screws or bolts, which puts more stress and pressure on the ones that are there. Also, over time, vibration loosens screws and brackets. Use a spanner or socket to carefully tighten all hardware. Avoid overtightening plastic parts. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/9c5d920a-b8e6-427c-926a-85d22e53c122/Blog-LGD-02+-+5.+Replace+Remote+Batteries+and+Test+the+System.jpg Blog - 7 Tips for Garage Door Maintenance in Bunbury - Many callouts are caused by flat remote batteries. We recommend you replace them every 12 months and test your remote and wall-mounted keypad regularly. If your opener includes a backup battery, ensure it is charged and working properly. For detailed steps on replacing your batteries, see our related guide: How to Change Your Garage Door Remote Battery. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/dfa7864d-ac04-4c19-97cc-7967057f7271/Blog-LGD-03+%284%29.png Blog - 7 Tips for Garage Door Maintenance in Bunbury - Written by Paul Simmons – Owner of Lancaster Garage Doors Paul is the owner and lead technician at Lancaster Garage Doors, a trusted family business based in Bunbury, Western Australia. With years of hands-on experience, he’s passionate about helping homeowners and property managers keep their garage doors running safely and reliably. 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You’ll see the code (for example, CR2032) stamped on the battery itself. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/6fc10e26-76e8-413e-b832-5bd297a192a7/Blog-LGD-01+-+Step+2_+Gather+your+tools.jpg Blog - How to Change Your Garage Door Remote Battery - You don’t need much to change the battery. Have these ready: Small Phillips screwdriver (if your remote has screws) Plastic pry tool or flat-head screwdriver (for snap-fit cases) Replacement battery (fresh and not expired) Clean cloth or cotton swab (for cleaning contacts) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/da64fc2c-02c7-4f93-98c0-31cf524af1a4/Blog-LGD-01+-+Step+3.5_+Garage+door+wall+remotes.jpg Blog - How to Change Your Garage Door Remote Battery - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/7517c10e-7a4b-49c6-9c54-737f79302e05/Blog-LGD-01+-+Step+4_+Troubleshooting.jpg Blog - How to Change Your Garage Door Remote Battery - If your garage door still doesn’t respond after replacing the battery, try these checks: Check battery orientation to ensure the positive side faces the correct direction Confirm both terminals are touching the battery properly Inspect the antenna wire to ensure it hangs freely from the opener Reprogram the remote if it has lost its code (follow your opener’s manual or call us) Replace the remote if buttons are cracked or unresponsive https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/54496938-f8e6-44a0-95cd-6a4ea1170d99/Blog-LGD-01+-+Safety+warning_+non-compliant+remotes.jpg Blog - How to Change Your Garage Door Remote Battery - Older remotes, especially those purchased before mid-2022, may not have these safety features. This means the battery compartment could be easier to open, increasing the risk if young children access your keys or remote. If you have a baby or toddler who likes to play with your keys, we strongly recommend upgrading to a new, compliant remote that meets the current Australian safety standard. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/645b1d32d14706224ca22f73/dfa7864d-ac04-4c19-97cc-7967057f7271/Blog-LGD-03+%284%29.png Blog - How to Change Your Garage Door Remote Battery - Written by Paul Simmons – Owner of Lancaster Garage Doors Paul is the owner and lead technician at Lancaster Garage Doors, a trusted family business based in Bunbury, Western Australia. With years of hands-on experience, he’s passionate about helping homeowners and property managers keep their garage doors running safely and reliably. 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