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Precision Installation Standards Checklists

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
Milwaukee County

(414) 455-0234

(414) 455-0234
Madison / Dane County

(608) 229-1504

(608) 229-1504
East Waukesha County

(262) 649-5706

(262) 649-5706
West Waukesha County

(262) 912-6940

(262) 912-6940
Washington County

(262) 384-4871

(262) 384-4871
Kenosha County

(262) 671-0353

(262) 671-0353
Racine County

(262) 671-0353

(262) 671-0353
Ozaukee County

(262) 384-4871

(262) 384-4871
Jefferson County

(920) 541-4698

(920) 541-4698
Walworth County

(262) 671-0353

(262) 671-0353
Rock County

(608) 229-1504

(608) 229-1504
Precision Overhead Garage Door
Office: (262) 373-9804
N57 W13556 Reichert Ave
Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
Precision Door Service
Office: (608) 807-0305
1412 Parkside Dr
Ste 1206

Madison, WI 53704
Precision Overhead Garage Door Service
Office: (262) 825-4330
404 Travis Lane
Unit 35

Waukesha, WI 53189