5 Reasons To Choose Scan5:
If you’ve been thinking about digitizing your old films, tapes, or photos, you already know how important it is to choose the right company. You’re not just handing over boxes of media, you’re trusting someone with your memories. At Scan5, we take that responsibility seriously. Based right here in Chicago at 4001 N Ravenswood Ave, we’ve built a reputation for quality, care, and service that the big national companies simply can’t match.
Here are five reasons why Scan5 is the best digitizing company for your cherished media:
1. We’re Local to Chicago. No Risky Shipping Required.
When you ship priceless family videos or one-of-a-kind photos across the country, there’s always a risk of loss or damage. With Scan5, you can skip the shipping anxiety completely. Our facility is local to the Chicago area, so you can drop off and pick up your materials in person. That means no waiting weeks for packages to arrive, and no worrying about your history getting lost in transit.
2. Experienced Staff, Personalized Care.
At Scan5, we’re not a big, faceless corporation. We’re a boutique company made up of passionate professionals who care deeply about what we do. Our Film and Video Manager, Michael Gerrity, brings over 15 years of professional digitizing experience to every project. Because we’re a smaller team, we’re able to give each order the personal attention it deserves and that means fewer mistakes, better communication, and greater peace of mind that your memories are being handled with expert care.
3. Professional-Grade Equipment for the Best Results.
Quality starts with the right tools. We use top-of-the-line digitizing equipment, including our Lasergraphics Archivist Film Scanner, Epson 12000XL photo scanner, MF Digital Ripstation, and professional video decks with time-based correction. This advanced setup ensures your media is captured in the highest possible fidelity- crisp, clear, and true to the original. Whether you’re preserving vintage film, VHS tapes, or precious photographs, we make sure every detail shines.
4. Best Price Guarantee. We’ll Match Local Competitors.
We believe premium digitizing services shouldn’t come with a premium price tag. That’s why Scan5 offers a Best Price Guarantee: we’ll match any advertised price for the same service within 50 miles of our location. You’ll get exceptional quality and personalized service without paying more than you need to.
5. Lightning-Fast Turnaround Times
We know how exciting it is to finally see your memories come back to life and we don’t make you wait long. Scan5’s efficient, hands-on process means we’re 50–99% faster than the big corporate companies that require you to ship your items away. You’ll get your digitized media back quickly, so you can start sharing and reliving those moments right away.
Preserve Your Memories the Right Way
Your family memories deserve more than a shipping label and a long, anxious wait. With Scan5, you get local convenience, expert handling, and professional results - all at the best price.
If you’re ready to bring your old media back to life, contact Scan5 today and see why we’re Chicago’s trusted choice for digitizing film, video, and photos.
