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Hi, my name is Carlos with Ruiz garage doors and restoration serving the Chicagoland and west suburban areas for quite a while. I'm third generation door installer. Aiming to provide quality products alongside with professional craftsmen ship we stay informed with the latest technology upgrades and doors availabilities. I enjoy meeting the people whether it's at your home or business getting to know you and your layout will help me understand what works best to fit your needs.  Did you know with the various new apps, most modern garage door openers can monitor, and operated your garage door by cellular phone?  You can even let the prime amazon guy access to drop off packages in your garage.

Did you know about youOptional cameras with intercom speaker with built in led lights for a well-lit garage.

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See the selection of garage door models below and check out the document section to download your brochures. I also started with the most common problems most people run into you might be able to fix yourself. These are real pictures of garage doors i have installed in my working area. (TAP ON ICON BELOW FOR MODEL INFO.)

IF  YOU NEED HELP REPAIRING GARAGE DOORS IM MORE THAN HAPPY TO FIX A BUCKLED PANEL WITH A 16 FOOT LONG STEEL BRACE TO STRAIGHTEN OUT YOUR SECTION OR REPLACE A DAMAGED SPRING ,BROKEN CABLES,WORN OUT BEARINGS,DRUMS HINGES AND ROLLERS COMPLETE TUNE UPS AND USED GARAGE DOORS ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST WHILE  SUPPLIES LAST.

UNDERSTANDING THE MAIN DIFFRENCES WICH SEPERATE THE GARAGE DOOR MODELSYOU CAN GET THE SAME CURB APPEAL WITHOUT BREAKING THE BANK.VERY POPULAR INSULATED DOORS ARE SINGLE STEEL POLY BACK GARAGE DOORS. OR DOUBLE-SIDED STEEL INSULATED.MODEL 3640 DOORLINK WALNUT COLOR STOCKTON GLASS MAGNETIC HARDWARE (ORNAMENTAL) FEATURED ABOVE

Stamped carriage model 5283 is the short panel design.by C.H.I. OVERHEAD DOORS These manufactures compare to the www.doorlinkmfg.com3000's Seriesthere in stock and are very equal to Doorlink there double steel insulated doors have a R-value of 9.65 
Double Sided steel insulated. I installed this door in Bolingbrook Menard's messed up the door we ended up with extra glass section.you can customize it if you're looking for a different look.you can pretty much add glass any were making new modern looks or contemporary.  (stamped carriage by Clopay.)
This model is a recessed panel moded 3680 doorlink mfg. most of my pictures I posted are raised panel (coming outwards) while the recessed panel go inwards giving a more traditional look and they come in several colors and are the same cost as the economic models except- grey, black, walnut or oak specialty colors are extra cost.  I installed these door in palatine.
2" thick insulated sandwich panel constructed of top-quality materials. Highly detailed long recessed panel deep pebble grain texture and two coat prefinished paint system all combine to enhance the beauty of your home. Stockton glass model I remember installing this door in Northbrook it is one of my favorite doors to install I love the look and the price beats everyone!Door link dominates the market if you're looking to save on specialty colors.  walnut color really makes this steel door appear to be wooden. model 3680 doorlink mfg 
When it comes to color matching c.h.i. dominates the market. If you don't mind spending a little extra to match your entrance door chi has got you covered with huge selection of accents woodtones or painted woodtones.

With in house powder coating provides multiple color option while providing a maintenance free, durable finish.

We got you covered with personalizing options.

I'm more than happy to bring you color chips for and exact match.  installed this entrance door and garage door in plainfield.


2" thick insulated sandwich panel model 3630 door link.  constructed of top-quality materials. Highly detailed raised panel deep pebble grain texture and two coat prefinished paint system all combine to enhance the beauty of your home. Full view glass model with magnetic ornamental hanles. 
SPECIAL ORDER DOORS TAKE 4 TO 6 WEEKS NORMALLY. (DEPOSIT REQUIRED) non insulated doors are more popular with detached garages.In stock items are raised panel, short or long. Optional glass with choices between one steel vinyl backer insulation, double steel backer with insulation sandwiched between two sheets of metal, or simple non insulated hollow garage door.some carriage stamped styles are now available in stock in white and black colors. CALL NOW FOR FREE ESTIMATE 312-513-5118
 Before picture of the 3-car garage layout.This customer was looking to add curb appeal to the neighborhood and at the same time upgrade his motors with Wi-Fi chamberlain ultra-silent garage door openers.
Double Sided steel insulated.This style is very popular with garages attached to the house. I recommend for finished garages or garages with rooms above. Silent belt drive motors are also ideal with this layout,model 3640 walnut color doorlink 10.25 r valuepainted trim and viny weather seals. definitely my Favorite model this project is around $6,500 more affordable models with same exterior design by door links are available.
Double Sided steel insulated.This style is very popular with garages attached to the house. I recommend for finished garages  garages with rooms above them. the r, value for a doorlink 3000's SERIES Garage door is 10.25 the higher the r- value the more energy efficent better insulated.
This is picture before I painted the trim  very nice walnut color.
This strand board trim works very well on capping garage doors and entrance door.see what lp boards are available in your area. great seals lon 
This is one steel vinyl backer door with great curb appeal. door link model 440insulation r-value is 6.85

This strand board trim works very well on capping garage doors and entrance door.see what lp boards are available in your area. great seals lon 
This is picture before I painted the trim  very nice walnut color.
This strand board trim works very well on capping garage doors and entrance door.see what lp boards are available in your area. great seals lon 

Our team installs all types of exterior trims including your siding and brick repair needs. We offer optimized weather trims and  larger bottom rubbers to guarantee a good seal and completed project.  R-Value Enhance your home's energy savings, makes your door operation quieter, and reduces exterior noise in your garage. One steel insulated doors have a R-value of 6.85 double sided insulated doors have a R-value of 10.25

 This is another favorite of mine model 3640 in black Stockton glass with black trim.
single Sided steel non insulated.This style is very popular with detached garages. I recommend for  garages facing the front of the home usually in the adjacent driveway.
THIS IS A BROKEN SPRING. Stay alert! Garage doors are very heavy and can pose a risk to injury of even can be fatal I get a lot of calls and its usually the same scenario " I pushed the garage door opener, and the door only goes up a few feet and stops." (Or will not go up at all.)most likely to be the safety mechanism on the garage door opener being triggered.CHECK YOUR SPRINGS IMMEDIATELY!If you notice this separation as displayed in the above photo you must contact a competent technician to replace the spring with the correct size. the correct torsion spring will allow the door to open and close smoothly.  a well-balanced garage door will not go flying up or crashing down while operating manually.
Double Sided steel insulated.This style is very popular with garages attached to the house. I recommend for finished garages or garages with rooms above,
THIS IS A BROKEN SPRING. Stay alert! Garage doors are very heavy and can pose a risk to injury of even can be fatal I get a lot of calls and its usually the same scenario " I pushed the garage door opener, and the door only goes up a few feet and stops." (Or will not go up at all.)most likely to be the safety mechanism on the garage door opener being triggered.CHECK YOUR SPRINGS IMMEDIATELY!If you notice this separation as displayed in the above photo you must contact a competent technician to replace the spring with the correct size. the correct torsion spring will allow the door to open and close smoothly.  a well-balanced garage door will not go flying up or crashing down while operating manually.
Double Sided steel insulated.This style is very popular with garages attached to the house. I recommend for finished garages or garages with rooms above,
THIS IS A BROKEN SPRING. Stay alert! Garage doors are very heavy and can pose a risk to injury of even can be fatal I get a lot of calls and its usually the same scenario " I pushed the garage door opener, and the door only goes up a few feet and stops." (Or will not go up at all.)most likely to be the safety mechanism on the garage door opener being triggered.CHECK YOUR SPRINGS IMMEDIATELY!If you notice this separation as displayed in the above photo you must contact a competent technician to replace the spring with the correct size. the correct torsion spring will allow the door to open and close smoothly.  a well-balanced garage door will not go flying up or crashing down while operating manually.
Double Sided steel insulated.This style is very popular with garages attached to the house. I recommend for finished garages or garages with rooms above,
THIS IS A BROKEN SPRING. Stay alert! Garage doors are very heavy and can pose a risk to injury of even can be fatal I get a lot of calls and its usually the same scenario " I pushed the garage door opener, and the door only goes up a few feet and stops." (Or will not go up at all.)most likely to be the safety mechanism on the garage door opener being triggered.CHECK YOUR SPRINGS IMMEDIATELY!If you notice this separation as displayed in the above photo you must contact a competent technician to replace the spring with the correct size. the correct torsion spring will allow the door to open and close smoothly.  a well-balanced garage door will not go flying up or crashing down while operating manually.
Double Sided steel insulated. Model 3610 doorlink sherwood glass inserts.This style is very popular with garages attached to the house. I recommend for finished garages or garages with rooms above installed these doors in Joliet
THIS IS A BROKEN SPRING. Stay alert! Garage doors are very heavy and can pose a risk to injury of even can be fatal I get a lot of calls and its usually the same scenario " I pushed the garage door opener, and the door only goes up a few feet and stops." (Or will not go up at all.)most likely to be the safety mechanism on the garage door opener being triggered.CHECK YOUR SPRINGS IMMEDIATELY!If you notice this separation as displayed in the above photo you must contact a competent technician to replace the spring with the correct size. the correct torsion spring will allow the door to open and close smoothly.  a well-balanced garage door will not go flying up or crashing down while operating manually.
Double Sided steel insulated.This style is very popular with garages attached to the house. I recommend for finished garages or garages with rooms above,
THIS IS A BROKEN SPRING. Stay alert! Garage doors are very heavy and can pose a risk to injury of even can be fatal I get a lot of calls and its usually the same scenario " I pushed the garage door opener, and the door only goes up a few feet and stops." (Or will not go up at all.)most likely to be the safety mechanism on the garage door opener being triggered.CHECK YOUR SPRINGS IMMEDIATELY!If you notice this separation as displayed in the above photo you must contact a competent technician to replace the spring with the correct size. the correct torsion spring will allow the door to open and close smoothly.  a well-balanced garage door will not go flying up or crashing down while operating manually.
Double Sided steel insulated.This style is very popular with garages attached to the house. I recommend for finished garages or garages with rooms above,
THIS IS A BROKEN SPRING. Stay alert! Garage doors are very heavy and can pose a risk to injury of even can be fatal I get a lot of calls and its usually the same scenario " I pushed the garage door opener, and the door only goes up a few feet and stops." (Or will not go up at all.)most likely to be the safety mechanism on the garage door opener being triggered.CHECK YOUR SPRINGS IMMEDIATELY!If you notice this separation as displayed in the above photo you must contact a competent technician to replace the spring with the correct size. the correct torsion spring will allow the door to open and close smoothly.  a well-balanced garage door will not go flying up or crashing down while operating manually.
Double Sided steel insulated.This style is very popular with garages attached to the house. I recommend for finished garages or garages with rooms above,

These projects above required reframing using  load bearing header boards for load bearing structure. Most garage companies will not remove a center divider to change two small doors to one big door. we do carry the right insurance and drawings to complete these projects with ease. It always nice fit that fishing boat in the garage. 

Raised panel short  on top picture. Raised panel long displayed in the center photo. Recessed short panel on the bottom.

Single sided vinyl backer insulated doors come with a 3 year labor and manufacturer guarantee. Two-sided sandwich style construction insulated doors are warrantied for 5 years on labor and manufacturer. (Question to ask yourself are you flipping the property or are you stay for the long run?) Lifetime guarantee on rust resistant sections.

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