A garage door is often the largest moving part in a home and is typically used multiple times every day. A majority of families enter and exit their homes primarily through the garage door, relegating front doors as destinations for special occasions and largely used...
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Precision Garage Door of Charleston Wins 2016 Angie’s List Super Service Award
Precision Garage Door of Charleston is happy to announce that we have won the esteemed Angie’s List Super Service Award for 2016! This means that we are being recognized for a year of excellent service, consistently meeting requirements and operational guidelines, and...
Staining Metal Doors to Give the Appearance of Wood
So you are getting tired of your aluminum or steel garage door and want a new look but you don’t want to spend thousands of dollars to get a brand new wood door. Well, we have a solution for you. Did you know that you can actually stain or paint your garage door to...
Avoiding Unnecessary Costs with Your Garage
While we always recommend thinking of the money you spend in your garage as an investment instead of an annoying cost, we understand not want wanting to spend any more money than is necessary. There are ways to avoid unnecessary costs when it comes to your garage and...
How to Decorate Your Garage Door for the Holidays
The holiday season is upon on us and it is time to decorate the house, inside and out. We are sure that you know the perfect ways to decorate the house, the Christmas tree, and even where to put the lights along the house. But as the experts in all aspects of garages,...
10 Things to Never Store in Your Garage
We all know that your garage was originally meant for storing your car but the garage has also become the storage room for almost everything else. And why not? It is the largest room in the house that no one sleeps in and your guests don’t have access to so you can...
Pros & Cons of Wood Garage Doors
At Precision Garage Door of Charleston, we carry an extensive selection of quality garage doors in a variety of styles and materials. One garage door material that is consistently popular among our customers is wood. Read on to learn more about the advantages and...
Pros & Cons of Steel Garage Doors
If you're in the market for a new garage door, Precision Garage Door of Charleston can assist you in choosing the right option for your needs. We offer many types of garage doors in order to meet the demands of all of our customers and steel garage doors are a top...
Insulated Garage Doors
There's insulation in your home's walls and attic, why not have it in your garage door? An insulated garage door from Precision Garage Door of Charleston can provide increased energy efficiency, temperature regulation, and superb soundproofing for your garage....
How to Paint a Garage Door
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]With just a bit of paint and a few hours of elbow grease, you can give your faded or flaking garage door a fresh, appealing look. If your door's moving parts are working properly, a new coat of paint can easily add curb appeal to...
How to Insulate a Garage
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Regulating the temperature of where you park your vehicle or a storage space may not be foremost in many homeowners' minds, but it should be. An insulated garage door can help save money on your power bill. If you use your garage as...
How to Install a Garage Door Opener
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Emerging from your car to open the garage door in driving rain or an icy snowstorm is not something most homeowners want to do every time they want to park their vehicle. A new automatic garage door opener can save you from repeated...
How to Fix Garage Door Cables
Full of moving parts that are often under high pressure, your garage door is more complex than you may imagine and garage door cables are an essential component of your garage door. Together with the springs, the cables control the tension and motion of the door....
How to Adjust a Garage Door Opener
Your garage is designed to keep your vehicles and possessions safe and can't do its job if the door is not opening or closing properly. The door may not open all the way or bounce back open after closing. This may be the result of settings that are not correct....
How a Garage Door Works
Your garage door is an integral part of your home and you may rely on it every day to perform a simple task. The mechanics behind this piece of technology (dating back to the first automobiles) may seem simple, but do you know exactly how your garage door works?...
Garage Door Maintenance
Your garage door is one of the most important parts of your home and you likely put a lot of time and energy into choosing the right one. In order to protect your investment, regular garage door maintenance and care is important. Even the best garage doors can wear...
Single Panel vs. Sectional Garage Doors
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In general, there are two main types of residential garage doors: the common sectional panel style and the one-piece, tilt-up single panel door. While both styles have their strengths and their struggles, it's best to know your...
Garage Door Sensors
Garage doors feature numerous moving parts and can be extremely heavy, with potential for causing significant damage or injury to pets, family members, and property. Due to this potential, all garage doors manufactured in the U.S. after 1993 are required to have a...
Why Is IDEA Accreditation Important To You?
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Your garage door is probably the biggest piece of moving equipment in your home. This is why we believe so strongly in taking every possible step to ensure your safety and security. Becoming IDEA certified is not for every company....