
As the owners of Firstline Garage Door Repair, we are proud to serve our community with top-tier garage door services. Located in Chicago and Arlington Heights, IL, our company specializes in both residential and commercial projects, emphasizing affordability, reliability, and high standards of service. Our dedicated team is trained to tackle a wide array of issues with professionalism and speed.
We offer services such as repairing garage door openers, installing new units, replacing springs and cables, and upgrading full systems. Our commercial work includes tailored solutions, including overhead door installation with pass doors and full-view aluminum options. Every technician on our team is licensed, bonded, and insured, ensuring top-notch results with OEM tools and components. We provide free estimates, same-day appointments, and round-the-clock emergency support. Working with well-known brands like LiftMaster and Genie, we make sure your garage doors perform at their best.
We offer services such as repairing garage door openers, installing new units, replacing springs and cables, and upgrading full systems. Our commercial work includes tailored solutions, including overhead door installation with pass doors and full-view aluminum options. Every technician on our team is licensed, bonded, and insured, ensuring top-notch results with OEM tools and components. We provide free estimates, same-day appointments, and round-the-clock emergency support. Working with well-known brands like LiftMaster and Genie, we make sure your garage doors perform at their best.
Served areas
- Arlington Heights, IL, Addison, IL, Aurora, IL, Barrington, IL, Bartlett, IL, Batavia, IL, Carol Stream, IL, Chicago, IL, Crystal Lake, IL, Darien, IL, Deerfield, IL, Joliet, IL, Lake Forest, IL, Lake Zurich, IL, Libertyville, IL, McHenry, IL, Naperville, IL, Northbrook, IL, Orland Park, IL, Palatine, IL, Plainfield, IL, Schaumburg, IL, St. Charles, IL, Tinley Park, IL, Winnetka, IL, Woodstock, IL, Buffalo Grove, IL, Vernon Hills, IL
Details
- Year established: 2019
- Employees: 4
- Licensed
- Insured
Highlights and features
- Same-day garage door repair and installation services
- Emergency repairs available across all Illinois cities
- Free $0 service call and repair estimates
- Commercial and residential garage door specialists
- Professional technicians with years of experience
- Wide range of garage doors and openers
Associations and certifications
- Associations & Trade Memberships
- International Door Association (IDA) – (Recommended Membership for Garage Door Professionals)
- Better Business Bureau (BBB) – A+ Rating Preferred
- Angi Certified Pro (formerly Angie’s List)
- HomeAdvisor Screened & Approved
- Google Guaranteed Partner (if enrolled in Local Services Ads)
- Certifications & Compliance
- Licensed, Bonded, and Insured in Illinois
- OSHA Safety Compliance Certified (for commercial installations)
- Manufacturer-Certified Installer – LiftMaster, Clopay, Amarr
- EPA Lead-Safe Certified (if working on older residential properties)
Payment methods
- Debit cards
- Credit cards
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Alex Caraus
Owner
Alex Caraus is the founder and owner of Firstline Garage Door Repair. With hands-on experience in both residential and commercial garage systems, he writes expert-level articles focused on garage door installation, repair trends, and cost-saving solutions for Chicago property owners. His goal is to educate customers with accurate, transparent, and actionable information.
Reviews (30)
GenX'Er
May 17, 2025
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Dean Jackson
May 12, 2025
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Jeffrey Kee
May 11, 2025
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Dave Rudnick
May 02, 2025
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Michael Polsky
May 01, 2025
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Heather Pear
Apr 26, 2025
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Katie Cromer
Apr 26, 2025
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Oleg Plopa
Apr 17, 2025
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Alex installed a new LiftMaster Maxum commercial opener for us, and I couldn’t be more impressed. From start to finish, the job was done with precision and professionalism. He arrived on time, came fully prepared, and handled the entire installation seamlessly. The opener works flawlessly, and you can tell he takes pride in doing the job right. If you need a commercial opener installed, Alex is the guy to call—absolutely top-notch service.
Sam Choi
Apr 15, 2025
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David Divanyan
Apr 11, 2025
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Miguel Chavez
Apr 10, 2025
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Dan Reynolds
Apr 07, 2025
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Matt Barr
Apr 02, 2025
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Mar 17, 2025
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Feb 21, 2025
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Feb 18, 2025
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Feb 17, 2025
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Feb 14, 2025
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Jon Klein
Feb 06, 2025
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Nicolae Ostrovschi
Feb 05, 2025
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Matt Cote
Feb 05, 2025
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Mary King
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Daisy Diaz
Jan 07, 2025
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Jason Diamond
Dec 14, 2024
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Tony Griffin
Nov 18, 2024
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Akbar Bhimji
Oct 18, 2024
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I used them to replace a broken spring on my garage door and received a very prompt response and very reasonable quote for the work. They showed up on my schedule fixed it, cleaned up and left. Very polite and courteous crew with no pressure or hard selling for other related issues. I would highly recommend them for their prices and good work and know exactly who to call next time I encounter a problem or my friends and family do.
Marc Desciscio
Feb 03, 2023
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