Today we're going to be looking at the advantages of working with a local custom sign business.
We've been in the custom sign industry in the Ajax, Oshawa, Courtis, Bowmanville, and surrounding areas for over 10 years and we'd love to share our expertise with you.
In this post, we'll go over the reasons why choosing a locally owned and operated signage company makes sense as opposed to working with a bigger commercial company or ordering over the internet. So let's get going.
There are many advantages to choosing a local custom sign business
Advantages of Working with a Local Custom Sign Business
1. When You Work with a Local Custom Sign Business, You Are Supporting Your Local Economy
When you choose a local custom sign business, it means that you are creating work for people who actually live, work, and shop in the same community that you do.
Supporting local business also helps the local economy by speeding up the flow of money. Local businesses usually aren't making as big a profit as large corporations.
Because of this, they generally need to turn around and spend the money you pay them on their own expenses, which puts your money back into the local economy faster.
When money circulates more quickly, more people actually get the benefit of it and what it has purchased. This is good for the economy.
The following video further outlines the great importance of small local businesses to our economy.
Small businesses have a big impact on the economy
2. A Local Company Knows Your Area/Environment Better
Because a local company is working and living in your community, they will know your area and environment better than a company that is based far away.
They will know what types of signage are the most effective, what materials are best suited for the weather in your area, and what has worked well in the past.
According to Time, "the local producer adds creative elements that make either the product or materials used more appropriate to the place."
A local custom sign business will also be very familiar with the local signage bylaws and will be better equipped to advise and help you navigate these than a provider that is located outside of your area.
A local sign business will know what works well in your community
3. You Will Receive Better Customer Service
Small businesses treat their smaller clients with more respect than big businesses generally do.
Big businesses tend to think that they can afford to lose the occasional smaller client, whereas to a smaller business, each customer is very important to their continued success.
Therefore, you are probably much more important to a smaller business owner than you are to a larger corporation.
With a smaller local company, you will generally be able to get to know them better than you would with a larger corporation or a business over the internet. This usually translates into better overall customer service.
As opposed to dealing with an internet service or a big company, you can develop a long-term relationship with your local business - one that is built on trust.
Local businesses realize how important customer service is to keeping their customers happy
4. A Local Custom Sign Business Is Close By When You Need Maintenance/Repair
A brand new custom sign will require very little maintenance. However, like anything that is exposed to the elements day in and day out, eventually it will need some TLC.
If you have purchased your signage through a local custom sign business, then that company is going to be there for you when you need servicing done.
You probably will find that you get service much faster as well since they live and work close to you. You won't have to wait days or even weeks to get the maintenance you need.
A local company is close by when you need maintenance done
5. A Local Custom Sign Business Can Give You Full Customization
When you work with a local custom sign business, you can enjoy full customization, unlike having to choose pre-made options from the "big box" signage stores or online services.
You can even actually go to your local custom sign business and talk to them face-to-face. You can share your dreams and ideas for your signage and in turn, they can get a better sense of who you are and what your business needs during personal meetings.
You can get the full customization that you want
6. You Will Get Higher Quality Products
A local company has to keep up their reputation. They can't afford to lose customers, so they will go out of their way to provide you with the highest quality materials available so that you will be completely satisfied with their product.
Local businesses take pride in the work that they do for their neighbours, so generally you will receive a higher quality product from a local custom sign business than you would from a huge corporation that doesn't know you.
You will get a higher quality product
AGC Signs: A Local Custom Sign Business You Can Trust
AGC Signs is a locally owned and operated custom business sign company. We have been living and working in the Toronto and Durham regions for more than a decade including (but not limited to) the communities of:
Oshawa
Courtis
Bowmanville
Ajax
Pickering
Clarington
We know the Durham Region and are familiar with what works best for signage, whatever your business may be. It pays to work with your local experts at AGC Signs.
We Know All Your Local Signage By-Laws
AGC Signs has been working in Toronto, and the Durham Region for over 10 years. We understand and keep up-to-date with all the rules and regulations set out by the local municipalities.
We will help you determine which permits you require for any signage that you want to put up and will make sure that your signage complies with all of the region's by-laws.
We Have Extensive Experience and Do All Our Own Work
We have extensive experience in all forms of custom commercial signage design, manufacture, installation, and service.
We will be involved with your entire signage project from start to finish; we never subcontract out our services. You can trust us with all of your signage projects.
We Produce the Highest Quality Signage
At AGC Signs we take pride in every signage project we do. We go out of our way to use the best techniques and materials so that your signage will be the highest quality and look exactly how you pictured it. Our highly trained staff will go out of their way to make sure that you are completely satisfied.
We Have a Solid Reputation
AGC has a solid reputation for high quality custom signage and exceptional service. Here's what our clients are saying:
"Very happy with customer service provided for my business. Fast service from skilled individuals who perform a wide variety of jobs related to my graphic and printing needs. Would gladly recommend."
- Mark Tiano
“Amazing service by the staff. Very quick turn around even on last minute requests. Rhonda is always a pleasure to work with. Keep up the great work team!”
- EESA Group
"I wanted to thank you AGC and staff for their excellent work on my outdoor windows vinyl design and installation. They were very communicable, efficient, professional, and perfect for the project. I operate a moderate size venture in south Ajax and recommend them confidently."
- Hari Patel
If you are located in the Toronto, Scarborough, Durham, Oshawa, Courtis, or Bowmanville region and need a custom sign business for your next signage project, Contact AGC SIgns for a free quote.
