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Food Trailer Wrap & Branding Makeover | Custom Trailer Graphics in McHenry County
Not every project starts with a blank canvas. Sometimes it starts with bringing an old one back to life. When this Key Lime food trailer arrived at Amped Up Graphics, it had seen better days. Years of use had taken their toll, and it was clear the trailer needed more than a few new graphics. The owner wasn’t looking for a quick refresh—they wanted a complete transformation that would give their business the eye-catching presence it deserved. That’s exactly what we set out to


Custom Tailgate Wrap & Truck Graphics for Blast Brothers | Vehicle Branding in McHenry County
Every successful business starts somewhere. For Blast Brothers, that beginning was their very first company truck. They knew they wanted to make a strong first impression, but like many growing businesses, they also had to be strategic about where they invested their marketing budget. That’s where thoughtful vehicle branding can make all the difference. Instead of treating the project like a scaled-down wrap, we designed a branding solution that delivered maximum impact while


Custom Frosted Glass Window Graphics for Atlas Integrated Health | Office Branding in McHenry County
The customer experience begins long before someone sits down in the waiting room. From the moment they walk through your front door, every detail shapes their first impression—including your signage, branding, and even the glass they look through. That’s exactly what Atlas Integrated Health wanted to improve. Their goal wasn’t simply to add graphics to a waiting room door. They wanted to create a space that felt more professional, provided additional privacy for patients, and


Custom Box Truck Wrap for Ridgeview Design Co. | Commercial Vehicle Wraps in McHenry County
For businesses built around beautiful presentation, every detail matters. When Ridgeview Design Co. came to Amped Up Graphics, they weren’t simply looking to wrap another company vehicle. Their box truck serves as a centerpiece for weddings, special events, and floral installations, making it an extension of their brand long before customers ever see the flowers inside. The goal was simple: create a truck that looked as polished and intentional as the events they design. Beca


Custom Trailer Wrap for a Pickleball Golf Trailer | Trailer Graphics in McHenry County
Sometimes a project changes direction before the first piece of vinyl is ever installed. When the owner of this pickleball golf trailer first came to Amped Up Graphics, the plan was simple—we were hired to install graphics that had already been designed elsewhere. But after discussing the project, it became clear the client wasn’t excited about the direction their existing artwork was taking. Instead of simply installing a design they weren’t happy with, we hit pause. Togethe


Custom Truck Wrap Inspired by a Bass Boat | Color Change Vehicle Wrap in McHenry County
Some custom wraps are built around a brand. Others are built around a passion. When the owner of Bass Mechanical came to Amped Up Graphics, they weren’t looking for an ordinary truck wrap. They wanted a design that combined two things they cared about most—their business and their love of bass fishing. The vision was to capture the bold, high-gloss appearance of a professional bass boat while creating a truck that represented the company just as well on the job as it did at t


Fleet Vehicle Wraps in McHenry County | Keeping the Forever Shine Brand Consistent Across Every Vehicle
As a business grows, its branding has to grow with it. Adding another vehicle to your fleet isn’t just about increasing capacity—it’s about making sure every vehicle represents your company with the same level of professionalism. That’s exactly what we helped Forever Shine accomplish when they expanded their fleet with a new Prius. After designing and wrapping their first company truck, the next step was ensuring their newest vehicle carried the same recognizable identity. Th


Custom Digital Camo Vehicle Wrap for Smallman Tools | Custom Vehicle Graphics in McHenry County
Some projects start with a logo placement. Others start with a blank canvas and a vision that doesn’t fit into any template. When Smallman Tools came to Amped Up Graphics, they weren’t looking for a standard vehicle wrap. They wanted something completely unique—something that reflected their personality, their brand, and their style while making a statement everywhere the vehicle traveled. The idea centered around a custom digital camouflage theme, but the project quickly evo


Custom Towing Truck Wrap for Belmont-Kolmar Towing | Fleet Graphics in McHenry County
First impressions matter—especially in the towing industry. Whether responding to a roadside call, arriving at an accident scene, or traveling between jobs, your trucks are constantly representing your business. That’s why Belmont-Kolmar Towing came to us with a clear vision for their newest flatbed: create a bold, professional appearance that would stand out on the road while maintaining a clean, cohesive look throughout the entire vehicle. The result was a custom towing tru


Honoring First Responders: A Custom Split Wrap for D&L Towing
Some vehicle wraps are designed to advertise a business. Others are designed to tell a story. When D&L Towing approached us about their latest heavy-duty tow rig, they had a vision that went beyond branding and aesthetics. They wanted to create a rolling tribute that honored the men and women who serve their communities every day as firefighters and law enforcement officers. The result would become one of the most meaningful projects we’ve had the opportunity to bring to life


Professional Van Graphics for Pullen Painters | Custom Vehicle Branding in McHenry County
Sometimes the most effective branding isn’t the loudest. While full wraps and large-scale graphics certainly have their place, a clean and professional design can often make just as strong an impression. That was the goal behind a recent project we completed for Pullen Painters, where simplicity and clarity became the foundation of the entire design. The objective was straightforward: create a professional vehicle graphics package that clearly communicated the company’s brand


Custom Fleet Branding for Berger Contractors | Professional Fleet Graphics in McHenry County
A strong brand doesn’t stop at your logo. It should show up on every truck, every job site, and every mile your business travels. We recently kicked off a new fleet project for Berger Contractors, focused on transforming newer vehicles into a unified look across all their vehicles. Through custom door logo installation and a refined color transition that transformed the top cabs to white, this project was built to improve visibility while creating a consistent identity across


Custom Towing Truck Graphics for Olson Auto Body | Fleet Branding in McHenry County
Not every branding project needs a full wrap to make an impact. Sometimes the right placement makes all the difference. We recently worked with Olson Auto Body to add custom logo graphics to the bottom of a headache rack on one of their towing trucks. It may seem like a small addition, but strategic vehicle branding turns overlooked spaces into opportunities to increase visibility and strengthen your company’s presence on the road. Because every inch of your vehicle can work


Custom Dump Truck Graphics for G n Company | Precision Vehicle Branding in McHenry County
Big impact doesn’t always require a full wrap. Sometimes it comes down to getting the details exactly right. We recently worked with G n Company to add custom graphics to the doors and tailgate of their dump truck, creating a clean, professional look that strengthened their brand presence while keeping the factory appearance intact. At first glance, it may seem like a simple graphics install—but projects like this prove that precision matters. Because when your work vehicles


Custom Half Vehicle Wrap for Nick’s Floor n More | Professional Vehicle Graphics in McHenry County
When it comes to growing a business, every mile matters. Your work vehicle shouldn’t just get you from job to job—it should be working overtime for your brand. That’s exactly what we helped accomplish for Nick’s Floor n More with a custom half-vehicle wrap designed to increase visibility, strengthen branding, and turn a work van into a rolling advertisement. For this project, our team designed and installed a professional half wrap that delivers the perfect balance between cl


Elevating Your Brand on the Move: Custom Graphics for the Simply Striping Trailer
When Simply Striping rolled into our shop, we saw more than just a trailer—we saw an opportunity to turn a work rig into a rolling brand machine. This project started with a complete refresh from the ground up. Our team redesigned their logo to create a stronger identity that better represented who they are and how they show up in the field. Once the new branding was locked in, we brought it to life with a fully custom trailer wrap designed to demand attention on the road and


Richmond Township Bus
We recently had the opportunity to work with Richmond Township to enhance the branding and visibility of their community bus. Our team was asked to design and produce decals to ensure the vehicle is easily identified while out on the road. For this project, the installation was completed in our own garage, allowing us to ensure a precise, durable application in a controlled environment. Custom vehicle decals are one of the most effective ways to make a statement and ensure yo


Showcasing Our Roots: Military-Inspired Humvee Wrap for Amped Up Graphics
At Amped Up Graphics, we believe your vehicle is more than just transportation—it is a canvas for your brand’s story. To celebrate our heritage, we recently transformed our shop Hummer into a striking military-style Humvee. Featuring our Skully mascot as a soldier riding inside, this custom wrap serves as a proud tribute to our identity as a veteran-owned and operated business. This project allowed us to showcase the level of detail and creativity our team brings to every wra


Elevating Utility: Custom Graphics for AMB Roofing's Trash Rocket
We recently took on a unique and massive project: wrapping a "trash rocket" for AMB Roofing. For those unfamiliar, a trash rocket is specialized equipment used on tall buildings to efficiently send roofing materials directly into a dumpster. While its primary purpose is functional, our team saw it as the perfect canvas for high-impact branding. Our design team created custom graphics that seamlessly integrate AMB Roofing's company information with their signature colors and


A Bold New Look for First Class Towing
At our shop, we specialize in creating high-impact designs that help local businesses stand out on the road. We recently had the opportunity to work with First Class Towing to create a full custom design for one of their trailers. This project was all about capturing the energy of their motorcycle transport service through a dynamic and cohesive visual identity. The centerpiece of this custom design is a racing pattern that seamlessly incorporates the colors of every vehicl
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