At Door Doctors we only recommend the highest quality motors to run your new garage door. We’re an accredited and preferred supplier of Merlin Doors. Here’s an overview of some of our favourite Merlin Garage Door Openers.
Door Doctors Merlin Doors Range
MT100EVO Tiltmaster (Sectional and Tilt Doors)
The Tiltmaster is a reliable, quiet powerhouse. The DC motor has the strength to open any size door and is quiet and built to last.
Variable speed – automatically detects speed based on the type of door
This fast and quiet roller garage door opener even works when the power is out, featuring an Evercharge battery backup system.
Fast operation – 13 second opening speed
Battery backup – works when the power is out!
Quiet and powerful
Comes with a 7 year warranty
MT3850EVO Whisperdrive (Sectional Doors)
The Whisperdrive is a fast and energy efficient sectional door opener complete with all the trimmings.
Superfast 12 second opening speed
Battery backup – works when the power is out!
Twin bright light lenses to illuminate your dark garage
Comes with a 7 year warranty
MT60EVO PowerAce (Sectional Doors)
The PowerAce is a quiet and efficient workhorse with the latest security and multi frequency technology.
Quick 21 second opening speed
Quiet and powerful
Energy Efficient
Comes with a 5 year warranty
MJ3800 – The Unique Alternative (Sectional and Tilt Doors)
An innovative opener for the design minded. Installs beside the door leaving the ceiling clear for aesthetic or storage reasons.
Frees up space
Battery backup – works when the power is out!
Electronic solenoid locking – automatically locks on close
Comes with a 2 year warranty
If you’ve got any questions as to which of our range of Merlin Garage Doors would suit your door, please feel free to give us a call on 3299 2992 or click here to contact us!
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If you need a hand with buying and installing a new garage door (Merlin Doors or otherwise) give us a call on 3299 2992 or click here to enquire online about how we can help you – from research, sales, servicing and repair – we can do it all. Door Doctors – sorting out life’s ups and downs!
Your garage door needs regular cleaning, just like your car – in fact, we recommend doing both at the same time so it’s easy to remember! Roller and shutter doors are a lot more durable than they used to be – so along with fixed maintenance (you’ll double the life of your door with regular servicing) all you really need to do is give them a good clean every now and then! Cleaning your garage door is simple, quick, and will help ensure your investment looks great and works smoothly. Garage door maintenance can sometimes be best left to the experts but we suggest
Protect your garage door (roller or sectional) with these eight simple steps to keep it looking great and (along with a servicing schedule) ensure it’s working well for years to come.
Perform a spot test – use warm soapy water or a gentle cleaner – avoid abrasive cleaners and harsh tools such as scourers as they could damage the door. Place a small amount on an unobtrusive area to make sure the cleaner doesn’t discolour or damage the surface before starting.
Use a stiff brush to remove detritus such as mildew, dirt, or animal droppings.
Rinse with water before cleaning (both sides).
Clean the front and back of the door with warm soapy water and a gentle cloth.
Rinse with water after cleaning (both sides).
(If applicable) wipe down the springs with an oily rag.
Prevent rust and corrosion, stop squeaks, eliminate sticking and reduce friction by lubricating hinges, tracks and rollers with lubricating oil (you can get a can of this quite inexpensively from any hardware store – ask for garage door lube)
Don’t try and clean the motor and stay away from any of the electronics! That’s best left to the professionals.
We hope this helps! Any questions, please call Door Doctors on 3299 2992.
The Door Doctors
If you need a hand with buying and installing a new garage door give us a call on 3299 2992 or click here to enquire online about how we can help you – from research, sales, servicing and repair – we can do it all. Door Doctors – sorting out life’s ups and downs!
If you’re looking to buy a new garage door you’ll see there are a multitude of options – it can seem overly complicated for something that just goes up and down! With that in mind here are 8 tips from the Door Doctors that will help you learn how to choose a garage door and ensure it’s the right one for your personal circumstances.
How to Choose a Garage Door.
1. Measuring
Firstly, you’ll need to measure up. Check the height, width, and thickness. As a general rule garage doors are a standard size but better safe than sorry! If you’re going to DIY make sure you double check before going any further. As the old adage goes, measure twice, cut once. However, if you’re going to get the door installed there’s no need to worry about this part – the installer will do all the measuring for you.
2. Insulation
Whether you’re in Hobart in winter or Birdsville in summer, it’s important to consider insulation. Depending on the location of your garage door, this can have quite an effect on temperature. Consider the material your door will be made out of and how that will factor into the garage (especially if the door leads to any areas you use frequently). Ask the door manufacturer if you have any queries about this.
3. Installation
If you’re keen on DIY, it’s possible to install a garage door yourself. There are some great instructions on the Internet and in some cases it can be straightforward. If you do need a hand, however, please feel free to give Door Doctors a call – we’d be happy to help!
4. Noise
If you’re starting work early/coming home late and don’t want to disturb your family and/or neighbours it’s a good idea to consider the amount of noise your garage door will make. We can
recommend the MT100EVO Tiltmaster (works for sectional or tilt garage doors) which uses a quiet and powerful DC (Direct Current) motor. Other options include the SilentDrive BBU or the MT3850EVO WhisperDrive (please note the WhisperDrive only works on sectional doors). Gone are the days of rackety, clanking doors waking up the neighbourhood and disturbing the peace…just make sure you choose a motor with a good warranty and consider using a door repair company for regular maintenance!
5. Safety Features
Garage Doors are quite heavy and the motors are powerful. It’s important to consider the safety aspects of your investment. Some safety features to consider include:
Manual Release (what happens when the power’s out? – a manual release will ensure you can still use the door with no power)
Automatic Safety Reverse (Premium motors will stop and reverse automatically if obstructed going down or stop if obstructed going up – protecting your car, whatever else is in the way, and your door/motor at the same time)
Automatic Force Sensing (Automatic force sensing means with each operation the motor will monitor and adjust the force required to open the door – saving energy and promoting safe operation)
Battery Backup (blackouts? No problem! Motors with battery backup will work perfectly no matter what’s going on around your power grid)
Thermal Overload Protection (Choose a motor with this feature to ensure it doesn’t overheat if something goes wrong)
6. Warranty
Garage doors are a serious investment and as they’re generally used multiple times a day over long periods of time; as such it’s a wise idea to protect your investment and purchase from a reputable supplier. Door Doctors use Merlin Garage Doors and Motors and are fully backed by a 7 year / 15,000 cycle onsite warranty. Be sure to ask what the warranty (both time and cycles (i.e. usage)) is before you sign on the dotted line!
7. Energy Consumption
With electricity bills as high as they currently are, it’s important that you choose a motor with as low power consumption as possible, without compromising quality or usability. There are a number of options here – for example, Merlin’s PowerAce has the latest security, multi frequency technology but still manages to use 75% less energy than previous models (less than 1 watt of power in standby mode!).
8. Maintenance
You’ll save a LOT of money in the long run if you sign up for regular maintenance. As we saw in point 6) – getting a door and motor with a good warranty is integral when you’re shopping around – and regular maintenance will generally double the life of the door/motor. Have a look into pre-planned and fixed price door maintenance services – this will help ensure you have a trouble-free experience with your new door.
We hope this helps! Any questions, please call Door Doctors on 3299 2992.
The Door Doctors
If you need a hand with buying and installing a new garage door or you want to know more about how to choose a garage door give us a call on 3299 2992 or click here to enquire online about how we can help you – from research, sales, servicing and repair – we can do it all. Door Doctors – sorting out life’s ups and downs!
Garage doors are expensive – so it’s important you protect your investment by ensuring your door receives regular servicing and uses quality parts. Garage door repairs can be a lot less expensive if you’re good to your door! There are different types of doors such as sectional, panel and tilt – each of these come with their own potential issues. These can be mitigated by ensuring you choose carefully when it’s time to get a new door or repair the existing one.
Here are some common Issues with Garage Door Repairs:
Door won’t open/close
Broken Remote Control
Hinges and/or Springs malfunctioning
Stuck emergency release
Very noisy (grinding) door
Motor running but not working
Broken lock/key
Lack of service
Storm damage
Here are some of the ways you can get the best life out of your garage door:
Observe and listen – does the door sound the same when it opens/closes? How quickly does it go up/down? Do the sides look symmetrical?
Tighten up all the bolts/nuts/brackets – a door will move up and down thousands of times throughout its life and this vibration and movement can loosen some of the hardware. Ensure not to overtighten but make sure they’re nice and firm without trying to be superman about tightening them up!
Tracks and Rollers – are they aligned? Is there any obstruction or a build up of dirt/debris?
Many of these problems can be rectified with regular servicing and choosing a manufacturer/supplier with a great warranty. Door Doctors use Merlin Garage Doors and Motors and are fully backed by a 7 year / 15,000 cycle onsite warranty.
For residential sectional/tilt doors we recommend the Merlin MT100EVO Tiltmaster which we have installed for hundreds of satisfied customers.
Click here to have a look at some of our Tiltmaster installs!
The Door Doctors
If you need a hand with garage door repair give us a call on 3299 2992 or click here to enquire online about how we can help you – from research, sales, servicing and repair – we can do it all. Door Doctors – sorting out life’s ups and downs!
Variable speed – automatically detects speed based on the type of door
Fast operation – 13 second opening speed
Superfast 12 second opening speed
Quick 21 second opening speed
Frees up space
