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Precision Installation Standards Checklists

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Our Installation Standards at Precision ensure that the job is done right the first time. Whether it’s a high tech opener installation, a brand new beautiful garage door, or both, these checklists help homeowners know what to expect when they choose Precision. Each step of this checklist is reviewed by the technician or installer to guarantee that the completed job meets our quality specifications and your expectations.

Opener Installation Standards

Installation

  • Openers are anchored using white 1 ¼ inch angle iron (not plumber’s strapping) 
  • Power cord is tie wrapped

Proper Function

  • Opener rails are lubricated for smooth functionality
  • J-bar is cut for safety
  • Safety reversal tested at 2 inches

Wall Buttons

  • Wall buttons installed at least 5’ from the floor
  • Bell wire run neatly and stapled in place
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Safety Eyes

  • New safety eyes installed 3”-6” from the floor with every opener
  • Brackets bolted on (not clipped)
  • Overhead wires concealed in wire channel
  • Wires pig-tailed to prevent being pulled out

Clean Up

  • Garage and driveway are swept to clean up any debris
  • Doors and parts are cleaned of all grease and fingerprints

New Door Installation Standards

Installation

  • Pre-drill existing lumber to prevent splitting or a loose, dangerous door 
  • Adjust track flange brackets for a custom fit

Proper Function

  • Full panel reinforcement brackets are used to attach the opener on all steel doors
  • All moving parts are lubricated
  • Door balance checked
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Weather Tight

  • Galvanized nails recessed every 8" to eliminate rusting or pull offs
  • Stop moulding is front edge or back side caulked
  • Bottom rubber is applied to door and should be tightly sealed to the ground

Clean Up

  • Garage and driveway are swept to clean up any debris
  • Doors and parts are cleaned of all grease and fingerprints
Washington DC Area

(202) 684-7282

(202) 684-7282
Bethesda | Silver Spring Area

(301) 893-7659

(301) 893-7659
Clinton Area

(301) 485-6848

(301) 485-6848
Gaithersburg | Germantown Area

(301) 363-4052

(301) 363-4052
Laurel Area

(301) 358-0637

(301) 358-0637
Edgewater Area

(410) 260-0966

(410) 260-0966
Waldorf | La Plata Area

(301) 747-3185

(301) 747-3185
Frederick Area

(301) 620-0488

(301) 620-0488
Precision Garage Door of Frederick
Office: (240) 549-5777
1090 W Patrick St
Unit 1A

Frederick, MD 21703
Precision Garage Door
Office: 301-610-3006
525 W Main St
Unit 151

Laurel, MD 20707
Precision Garage Door Service of Rockville
Office: 240-228-8030
15736 Crabbs Branch Way
Unit Business 2

Derwood, MD 208555

Licenses

MHIC#
138079
D.C. License
420220000112