Precision Entry Doors are available in Smooth Steel, Stainable Steel and Fiberglass with a wide variety of clear and decorative glass styles. All types of units such as front doors, side and back doors, patio doors, sidelites and transoms are available.

 

Precision Storm Doors carry four distinct models of storm doors: Decorator Series, Deluxe Series, DuraGuard Series & Superview Series.

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ENERGY STAR INFORMATION
We are proud to announce that Precision Entry, Inc. has been named Energy Star® 2007 Partner of the Year for manufacturing energy efficient products!

FAQ's

1. What are the advantages of fiberglass over wood and steel?
   Unlike wood doors, fiberglass won't dent, crack, split or splinter. Unlike steel doors, fiberglass won't dent, rust or warp. Fiberglass also resists shrinking and swelling with temperature changes, allowing the finish to last three times longer than on a wood door. The solid polyurethane foam core offers five times greater insulation value than wood doors.
    

2. How to choose the right patio door?
   
   Some like them swinging, some like them sliding – but they all like patio doors as beautiful complements to a home's décor with bright views of the outside and more natural light inside. Patio doors are striking additions to a home without sacrificing security or protection from the elements.
   
   But which style is right for you? Therma-Tru Doors, the nation's most preferred brand of entry doors, offers the following information:
   
   Determine Your Patio Style There are two primary types of patio doors: hinged (swinging) or sliding. Therma-Tru offers both types in a variety of styles. Which one you choose depends on your home's layout and style and how you plan to use the door.
   
   Hinged patio doors offer classic French-door elegance, often fitting nicely in a kitchen connecting to a patio or a family room that leads to the deck. If interior space is at a premium, you might consider a hinged patio door that swings out. This type of door is ideal if you live in a climate with high wind and inclement weather, since winds simply push the door against the jamb, ensuring a tighter seal.
   
   Select a Material that Can Withstand High Traffic If your patio door is the gateway for children, pets, deliveries and more, you'll want to choose a material that can hold up to the high traffic and still look good. Fiberglass offers the ideal blend of beauty and durability.
   
   Therma-Tru Fiber-Classic®, Smooth-Star® and Slim-Line™ Patio Door Systems feature the high-quality fiberglass construction that made its entry doors the most preferred in the industry. Therma-Tru Patio Door Systems offer finer detail and better performance than steel doors. The fiberglass construction won't ding, dent or rust like steel doors, nor will the patio doors swell, rot, crack or warp like wood doors.
   
   Fiber-Classic and Smooth-Star Offer Stately Style Fiber-Classic and Smooth-Star Patio Door Systems from Therma-Tru are available in a wide variety of sizes for new construction and remodeling, including 8-foot tall systems. The new line of Hinged Patio Systems (available Fall 2003) will include center-hinged, jamb-hung or French door (active/passive) configurations. Fiber-Classic offers the beauty and stainability of real wood and Smooth-Star delivers the durability and rich look of painted wood.
   
   Low-E glass will be standard, and optional profiled internal grid patterns or external grilles are available. The system includes a high-performance sill that resists rot and swelling, and a security strike plate and handle set. A multi-point lock system will be an available option.
   
   Slim-Line Creates Contemporary Charm Therma-Tru's Slim-Line Sliding Patio Door System offers new narrow-profile fiberglass lineals that create a larger glass viewing area that lets in more light than traditional patio doors. The lineals will not rot, crack, warp or split. Energy efficiency and security are enhanced by Low-E tempered insulated glass and two sets of weatherstripping that virtually eliminate drafts around the panels. An integral interlock, also with double weather-stripping, provides extra strength and blocks air infiltration at the interlock. Adjustable tandem steel rollers and a corrosion-resistant stainless steel roller track ensure years of trouble-free operation.
   
   Slim-Line Patio Doors are available ready-to-assemble in a wide variety of sizes for new construction and remodeling, including 8-foot tall systems. The panels are prefinished on both sides. Standard colors include White, Almond, Stone and Bronze. Custom colors and two-tone finishes (with different colors on the interior and exterior) are available as options.
   
   The Slim-Line Patio Door system includes an attractive lockset in a choice of three finishes – brass, white or bronze. The Slim-Line Sliding Patio Door System is backed by a 20-year limited warranty.
   
   SPD Delivers Value and Durability Therma-Tru's SPD Sliding Patio Door system offers value and performance for the patio. The low-maintenance PVC frame and sash provide durability, while the weather stripping, insulated glass and glazing increase energy efficiency. The SPD is available in white or sand with fixed and active configurations a variety of sizes.
   
   Installing Your Patio Door
   
   Installing a patio door can be a do-it-yourself project if you have the right tools for the job. Measure your opening carefully before purchasing your door to ensure a good fit. Patio doors come in a variety of sizes to meet your needs. Make sure to allow 3/8" on the sides and ½" at the head. Check all the wall surfaces to ensure they are plumb and check corners to ensure they are square.
   
   Therma-Tru offers detailed installation instructions with step-by-step illustrations of the project.
   
    

3. What are Key Door Descriptors?
   
   Today’s entryway doors are fully integrated systems designed to provide problem-free performance and an attractive appearance.
   
   To understand how these doors function, it is important to know what components go into a typical door system and the role that each plays.
   
   Here are descriptions of many of the key components of a door system, courtesy of Therma-Tru, the nation’s largest manufacturer of fiberglass and steel exterior doors:
   
   Brick mould: The decorative molding used to finish the exterior face of a wood frame at the wall joint.
   
   Casing: The interior trim molding around the door opening that covers the gap between the frame or jamb and the wall.
   
   Doorlites: Decorative glass assemblies that are fitted into the door for added beauty and sunlight.
   
   Sidelites: Fixed or assemblies that are attached adjacent to the door frame.
   
   Transom: The decorative glass assembly that is installed above the door frame.
   
   Drip Cap: A horizontal molding placed above the door to divert water away from the door frame.
   
   Frame: The wood structure that encloses and supports the entire door system.
   
   Insulated Foam Core: A material blown into fiberglass and steel doors to reduce their ability to conduct both heat and cold.
   
   Hinge: The metal plate mounted on the door frame that anchors the door to the frame and allows the door to open and close freely.
   
   Jamb: Vertical side and head trim that enhances the aesthetics of the frame assembly.
   
   Panel: The raised or recessed, decorative section of a door that produces deep shadow lines.
   
   Sill: The horizontal bottom frame of a door that supports the weight of the entire door system.
   
   Weatherstripping: A fixed or adjustable seal along the edge of the door frame that keeps water, air and sound from penetrating a home.
   
   Sweep: A weatherstripping attached to the bottom of the door.
    

4. How to I give my fiberglass door the look of wood in three simple step?
   
   You bought a fiberglass door for performance and durability, now you want to make it look great. But, typical wood stains won't absorb on fiberglass and can leave you with streaks and drips. Therma-Tru Doors, the most preferred brand of fiberglass entry doors, has the solution – specialized stain kits designed specifically for fiberglass doors.
   
   Therma-Tru's fiberglass door systems feature the industry's most realistic wood grains and texture, and the Therma-Tru Stain Kit helps bring the wood grain to life in beautiful natural oak, light oak, cherry, walnut, English walnut, cedar and antique white finishes.
   
   "Finishing a fiberglass door is simple when you have the right tools," said Sue McLaughlin, Technical Service representative for Therma-Tru. "We designed the stain kit to make it simple for homeowners to create beautiful looks for their fiberglass doors. The kit includes stains, sealer, stir sticks and practice samples, along with easy-to-follow tips."
   
   McLaughlin suggests homeowners follow only three basic steps:
   
   First: Prep the door. Using a clean, dry rag, clean the entire surface with the mineral spirits provided in the kit or an all-purpose cleaner. After rinsing, allow the door to dry completely. Then use masking tape to cover any glass, and remove or mask hinges, lock hardware and weatherstripping. Do not use turpentine and do not sand the door.
   
   
   Second: Stain the door. Dip the staining cloth in the stain and rub the stain on the door in a circular motion. Apply the stain to the panels. Next, stain the "rails" or short, horizontal sections. Finally, stain the long vertical stiles that run along the left and right sides of the door.
   
   To obtain a light stain, wait about five minutes and then brush the stain out strongly with the tips of a natural bristle brush. For a dark stain, wait about ten minutes and brush the stain lightly. Feather the stain in the direction of the grain to obtain a uniform color. Wipe any excess stain from the brush onto a dry cloth.
   
   Third: Seal the door. Allow the stain to dry for 48 hours. Then apply a very thin coat of protective topcoat/sealer. Wet only the tip of the brush and brush in the direction of the grain. Cover all door surfaces, working in the same order in which you applied the stain. The surfaces should look wet, but not milky. Wait three hours for the first coat to dry. Then apply a second, very thin, even coat.
   
   McLaughlin notes that fiberglass entry doors don't expand or contract with temperature changes. As a result, they keep their "just stained" appearance years longer than wood doors.
   
   Therma-Tru door systems and the Therma-Tru stain kit are available through lumberyards and distributors nationwide. Distribution through nationally known home centers is increasing. For information on dealers, visit the Dealer Locator at www.thermatru.com. Therma-Tru door systems feature the best warranties in the industry, and the Therma-Tru stain kit features a five-year satisfaction guarantee.
    

5. Want more curb appeal?
   
   "Curb appeal" is a term often used when a house goes up for sale. But it also describes the first impression your home makes on family, friends and other visitors while you are living there.
   
   Many things can contribute to curb appeal — the landscaping around the house, the quality of the paint job and, perhaps most important of all, the front door system that serves as the front entryway to your home.
   
   If the front entryway to your home is a little worse for wear, you might want to enhance its appearance by replacing the front door system. And for lasting curb appeal, one of the best choices you can make is to upgrade to one of the new generation of fiberglass front doors.
   
   According to Therma-Tru Corp., the nation's leading manufacturer of exterior door systems, fiberglass front doors have been growing in popularity ever since their introduction in the eighties. The reason: they offer the look and feel of a wood front door but without all the problems associated with wood, such as splitting, cracking and warping.
   
   Fiberglass front doors are also rendering once-popular steel front doors obsolete. Aesthetics is one of the reasons. Steel front doors, which can dent and rust, tend to look shabby over time, while fiberglass front doors maintain their just-installed appearance for years. Fiberglass front doors also feature crisply detailed panels that produce much more dramatic shadow lines than steel front doors.
   
   What's more, some fiberglass front doors, such as Therma-Tru's Smooth-Star™ door, even mimic the look of a painted wood front door, but at a much more affordable cost. They also have another big advantage over wood front doors, especially in these days of rising oil prices: Fiberglass front doors help conserve energy, providing five times the insulation value of standard wood front doors. Over time, the savings on energy costs can help pay for the new front door system.
   
   Oftentimes, however, the real payback with a handsome fiberglass entryway comes when you go to sell your home. That's when enhanced curb appeal can help bring a higher sales price and help sell a home more quickly.
   
   Charlette Seidel, a vice president with Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate Inc., one of the largest real estate companies in North America, puts all of her clients through an exercise that helps them appreciate the importance of a home entryway to the overall curb appeal of their home.
   
   "Before the seller puts up a 'for sale' sign, I take them across the street, have them look at the house, then bring them up the walkway to the front door," Seidel says.
   
   "Then, we stand at the front door for a minute or two, since a buyer will typically wait there with the real estate agent until being let into the house. That's when I stress that the front door and entryway should be clean, fresh and make a great appearance, since buyers will spend a significant amount of time there, and because it is the first thing they see when they come up to the house."
   
   As testimony to the importance of such "first impressions," Seidel says that roughly 60 percent of the calls her office receives are from prospective buyers inquiring about a house they saw while simply driving down the street.
   
   While it's true that an attractive front door system is just one facet of a home's curb appeal, many real estate experts agree that it is a very important element. So if you're not satisfied with the appearance of your entryway, you might want to consider a sure investment in a state-of-the-art fiberglass door system. They come in a wide range of styles to match virtually any type of architecture.