Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2011
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Emergency services offered
"Gal was very informative with explaining the options to repair my garage door. Service was quick and reasonable price. Very kind and professional. Happy with the outcome!"
+15
Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 1983
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Waiting for more money in our budget to undertake this project. For now using handle on garage door to open our garage. Technician provided the expertise to advise on repair or replace the door opener. We did order the replacement parts to do the repair, and will call this company to do the repair when we have extra money in the budget!"
+53
Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I was very impressed with the service I received from EDM Garage Doors. Eli arrived at my home at exactly the time we had scheduled. He was friendly and professional. Eli installed my new garage door opener. After the installation, Eli walked me through how use my garage door openers and explained the installation process. I would highly recommend this company and will be using them for my future garage door needs."
Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2008
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"Extremely satisfied with the expertise and work of Miles, the garage door repair technician. He replaced both a broken torsion spring and it's unbroken mate. Conducted a thorough inspection of the entire garage door and opener system. Performed lubrication of all the door pivots, the new springs, the rollers, the tracks and the cables."
+120
Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Great company. On time, clean afterwards. My technician was Many. Hi did great job installing new garage doors on very crooked garage. Doors are nicely install , Great service. Highly recommended!"
+20
Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Very professional and garage door opener works great"
Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 1996
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"The service tech Gus was extremely professional and efficient. I highly recommend Ortiz Garage Doors."
+131
Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2007
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Great experience with Alex?s Garage Door Solutions. Alex replaced my broken garage door spring quickly and professionally. The door works perfectly now. Highly recommend!"
Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 1996
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Credit card accepted
"Last year we replaced our hundred year old garage. We live in an historical district. So there were a number of requirements beyond normal. Garage For You told us when each phase of the process would be done and they stuck to the schedule. There were a few unique features that they were able to accommodate. I had saved and refurbished five original windows from the old garage. And I also duplicated the original trim. They incorporated both of these items into the design for the new garage and installed them. We had another company apply a stucco finish to the garage. Garage For You workers prepared the walls as the stucco company requested. The stucco company said that the preparation was excellent. The electrical and final inspections were flawless. We are very pleased with the quality of the work, the flexibility of the design process and the overall responsiveness and availability of the workers and office staff. We Highly recommend Garage For You."
+9
Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Great guys to work with. Adjusted my garage doors and installed 2 garage door openers. New door openers work great."
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Plan for site prep and, if needed, a thicker slab to handle the added weight. Once the walls are up, insulation, drywall, and exterior siding create a secure, weather-tight space that protects vehicles and gear year-round.
A well-built carport may not add a huge dollar figure to an appraisal, but it can boost buyer appeal. Covered parking protects vehicles and lawn equipment, sharpens curb appeal, and fills what might otherwise be an empty driveway space. If the carport matches your home’s style and stays in good repair, it can make the property more attractive and competitive when you decide to sell.
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Pre-made kits start at $300 and bundle all the required parts—sometimes installation, too—making them the most budget-friendly option. Custom carports cost more ($12 to $40 per square foot plus labor) but let you match the design, size, and finishes to your home.
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