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Can You Put a Privacy Screen on Top of a Fence in Queensland?

Yes, you can put a privacy screen on top of a fence in Queensland, but the total height is what counts. If the fence, the

Can You Automate an Existing Gate? What Decides Yes or No

Yes, you can automate an existing gate in most cases. A manual sliding or swing gate can have a motor added if it moves freely

How to Reduce Pool Pump Noise: 7 Fixes and the Queensland Rules

To reduce pool pump noise, fix the cause before you cover it: clean the baskets, top up the water level, tighten loose fittings and sit

Gate Remote Not Working? 7 Fixes to Try First

If your gate remote is not working, the cause is almost always a flat battery, a remote that has lost its pairing with the receiver,

How Often Should You Service an Automatic Gate?

As a rule, service an automatic gate once a year. If you live near the coast, an estuary or a canal, move that to every

Can You Install an Automatic Gate Yourself?

You can hang a gate yourself, but a full automatic gate is a different job. The motor, wiring and safety setup involve licensed electrical work,

How Much Do Aluminium Privacy Screens Cost?

In Australia, custom powder-coated aluminium privacy screens generally run from around $300 to $700 per square metre installed, depending on height, slat spacing, colour and

How to Block Your Neighbours’ View Without Starting a Feud

The fastest and longest-lasting way to block your neighbours’ view is a fixed aluminium privacy screen, run along the boundary or just around the spot

Automatic Gate Entry: Keypad vs Intercom vs App | Premier Gates

Most people buying an automatic gate stop thinking once they get to “it opens by itself.” Fair enough. But the way you actually open it

Does Powder Coating Fade? Choosing a Gate Colour That Lasts in the Queensland Sun

You have picked the perfect colour for your gate. Then the doubt creeps in. Is it going to look like that in five years, or