Today, we're going to explain the 5 steps involved in adding custom signage to your storefront.
We've been in the custom signage business for more than 10 years, and we specialize in sign manufacturing, maintenance, and installation.
We'll take you through what needs to happen to make sure your message is displayed effectively in 5 easy steps: design, approval, manufacturing, installation, and service. Let's get started.
1. Design
Your business's sign plays a very important part in building your brand and informing your customers about who you are, where you are located, and what you need them to know about you. It's vital that your custom signage fits all of your needs.
During the custom signage design process, you will need to consider a number of factors including:
Layout and Design: You may or may not have an idea about what you want your sign to look like. Using a company that offers advice and help from professional designers could be a great help.
A professional designer will be able to assist you to come up with an eye-catching and effective design that will effectively promote your brand and get your company noticed!
Choose from a variety of different sign types to suit
your situation
Type of Sign: You will also need to choose the type of custom signage you want. There are many different kinds of signs including:
Municipal Bylaws: When choosing your signage, you should find out if there are any bylaws regulating signage in your area, such as height and size restrictions.
If you have a landlord, you should also make sure that they don't have extra regulations regarding putting up a sign.
Make sure your signage meets local bylaw height and
size restrictions
Architectural Features of the Building: You should also consider how your sign will fit with any architectural features if you are mounting it on a building, such as overhangs, jut-outs, and windows. Your sign should also complement the style of your building.
Choose a company that will design, manufacture, and install your new sign
It's also a good idea to work with a company that does every part of the custom signage process and doesn't just design your sign and then sub-contract out the manufacturing, installation, or service work.
When you choose a company that will look after you through all five of these steps, you will get to know them well.
Knowing who you are working with and allowing them to get to know you is the best way to make sure that everything you want in your custom signage is carried out from start to finish.
2. Approval
Now that you have chosen your design and picked out the type of sign that will meet your specific requirements, it's time to do some paperwork.
You can't simply make a sign and put it up; there are local bylaws that govern commercial signage. You must follow those regulations and obtain all of the necessary permits before you install your sign.
Find out what documents, forms and drawings you need to submit for a permit
You also need to find out what forms, documents, and drawings are required when you submit your permit application. There are times when you may need an inspection, so you will need to know how to arrange that as well.
It is helpful to work with a signage company that is familiar with all of the local bylaws and knows which permits you will require in order to install your new sign.
3. Manufacturing
Once you have all of your permits in place, your new sign can be manufactured. Custom signage is a fairly large investment, so you want to make the most of your budget. As with most things in life, you get what you pay for. Higher quality custom signage will last longer and will lower your total cost of ownership.
Higher quality signs are a better investment
Make sure that the company you are working with uses a combination of highly skilled workers and top-of-the-line equipment, and high-quality materials to manufacture your custom signage.
4. Installation
Now that your sign has been manufactured to your specifications, it's time to get it installed. It is important that your installers use the right equipment for the job and are fully trained and experienced installations.
You need the right equipment to install signs properly
Signs are usually very heavy, so they need to be securely and properly installed to make sure that they stay where they are supposed to be.
5. Service
Depending on the type of custom signage you choose, it may require regularly scheduled maintenance or servicing. Other types of signage require less frequent servicing.
Service and maintenance tasks can include:
Changing lights
Safety Checks
Touch Ups
From time to time the lights in your signage may need to be replaced
If you are concerned about ongoing fees, some reliable sign companies will work with you to develop a service plan that is affordable and meets your needs.
AGC Signs - A Custom Signage Company You Can Trust
AGC Signs understands that custom signage is a big investment, and that's why we will provide you with the highest quality sign that will last.
We will work with you through the whole signage process from designing through to the final installation.
When you choose AGC Signs, you can be confident that you are working with an experienced signage company who knows every part of this industry.
We have over 10 years of experience and our expert designers, manufacturers, and installers will provide you with the perfect, high quality custom sign that suits your wants, needs, and budget. We will even be there for all of your signage servicing needs. Contact us today for a competitive quote.
"AGC Signs was a pleasure to deal with. They were clear in communication, quick to book a date to measure, gave tons of options, and followed up as it was required but above all else, their price was so competitive. I am beyond happy with my new sign and I love it. I'll have AGC Signs do my exterior sign next on my building. Very satisfied with their team and would recommend without question."
- Jesse Morra
