Are you looking for a way to make your business in the Durham region stand out? If you want to find the best custom signage Durham has to offer, it’s important to do your research!
A good custom signage company specializes in designing, manufacturing, and installing custom signs for businesses, organizations, events, and individuals. These signs can vary widely in size, shape, material, and purpose, depending on the specific needs and preferences of the client.
This guide will help you learn about the different types of signs, the associated costs and what you can expect throughout the process. You can click on each sign to jump ahead.
AGC Signs has been reliably serving businesses in the Durham region for over 10 years. As a full-service sign company, we can manufacture, install, and service any type of signage you require. Contact us at AGC Signs to learn more!
Custom Signage Durham - What To Expect with AGC Signs
There are important things to consider when considering what company to use for your custom signage in Durham.
At AGC, we help you with the design of your signage, manufacture your sign, and then install it ourselves. We don't subcontract out any of our work, so we can be in control of the quality from start to finish.
1. Types Of Signs
We begin our design process by determining what type of sign would best for your business. We need to consider the size of your sign and make sure the dimensions fit your location, as well as adhere to the Durham region’s bylaws.
Some other key factors to decide on are:
Purpose and Message
Brand Identity
Color and Contrast
Typography
Graphics and Imagery
Materials and Durability
Regulations and Permits
At AGC, we have a variety of custom signage Durham businesses can choose from. Learn more about each type below:
PYLON SIGNS
Pylon signs will grab the attention of your customers, drawing them to your business.
Pylon signs are tall and great at attracting attention. Pylon signs are similar to monument signs, but they are much taller, so they can attract attention from a much further distance.
They can also be constructed using either one or two posts and can be lit by fluorescent, neon, or LED lights. In addition, you can add digital signage to your pylon sign for maximum effect.
MONUMENT SIGNS
A well-placed monument sign will effectively show your company’s location.
Monument signs are a great way to advertise the location of your business. They are usually located on your property, but away from your actual building and close to the road.
They are designed in a wall format and usually made from brick, concrete, or pylons. They can be a single solid post or have two posts with one supporting each side. They’re a great way to make a first impression with clients.
MURALS AND PRINTS
Murals are visually appealling, attracting the eyes of potential customers.
Murals are a great way to find extra advertising space. If you are looking for something really large to fill up a wall or front window, choose a mural. Bright, oversized wall and window murals are stunning and will definitely grab your attention.
BANNERS
Banners are a temporary form of signage, often used for special events or promotions.
Banners can be a great way to showcase a grand opening or special promotion. Banners are usually made from a lightweight, durable, weather-resistant fabric or material, which makes them very easy to move. They are often hung on the outside or inside of a building wall or mounted to a pole.
Sometimes they have grommets inserted along the top so that they can be hung up or suspended by ropes. Banners are a temporary type of signage that can be used both inside and outside. They are perfect for advertising community activities, grand openings, sporting events, and trade shows.
VEHICLES
Showcase your business on the road with a vechicle advertisement.
Vehicles are great travelling advertisements. Why not turn your company vehicle into a travelling advertisement for your business?
Eye-catching, colourful graphics and digital images decorating your vehicle can quickly draw attention to your business wherever it goes. You'll reach a wide audience every day just by running your daily errands.
SPECIALTY SIGNAGE
We create custom signage Durham businesses love!
If you have a specialty sign you want made, let us know! At AGC we can also do specialty signage for you. If you can think it up, we will do our best to bring it to life. Contact us today to discuss what you have in mind
2. Expected Signage Costs
Because of the different types of signage available, the cost can be anywhere within a large range. You can expect to pay anywhere from a few hundred dollars to $20,000+ depending on your business budget, the complexity of your sign, and personal preferences.
If you aren’t sure what type of sign is right for your custom signage in Durham, it’s important to talk to the professionals.
PYLON SIGNS
Average Cost: $10,000+
Once again, it’s important to note that pylon signs will widely vary in price depending on their size and materials used. However, this will generally be one of the more expensive signage options, as they tend to be large and built with very strong and sturdy materials.
Many pylon signs are also internally lit so that you can still see the information displayed on the sign at night. You will often see pylon signs at shopping centres, grocery stores, and large organizations such as hospitals.
While they tend to cost more, a pylon sign will definitely attract attention!
MONUMENT SIGNS
Average cost: $5000+
Monument signs are one of the most popular types of business advertising signs. Some simpler monument signs may cost less than the average price listed above - and more complex options may cost more.
Because each sign is unique and each business will have unique wants and needs, it’s important to work with the professionals before making any set-in-stone choices.
Monument signs are a good choice for businesses that are difficult to see from the road, as mentioned above. They are often used on university or college campuses, for large corporations or companies, and shopping centres.
Monument signs are a popular choice, especially for schools and large corporations.
STOREFRONT SIGNS
Most shops have a storefront sign as they tend to be more cost-effective than other options.
Average Cost: $200 - $1000+
Storefront signs are generally the most cost-effective business advertising sign option, as the least expensive of this style tends to be fabric signage, which can cost as little as $3 - $9 per square foot.
Storefront signs include both the type of sign that extends out from the side of a storefront and signage (such as logos and store names) located right on the building itself (lettering/signboard styles). Other common types of storefront signs include:
Painted plywood (average cost $50 - $500)
Painted glass (average cost $150 - $1000+)
Punched metal signboard (average cost $75 - $1000+)
Metal logo/lettering (average cost $200 - $1000+)
Most stores will have some form of storefront sign, sometimes along with other types of signage as well.
Consider your budget, your location, and other forms of signage that you want when deciding on the right type of storefront sign for you.
LED STOREFRONT SIGNS
If you have the budget, LED signs are a visually appealling way to advertise your business.
Average cost: $1000 - $10,000+
LED storefront signs (or glass tube light signs or neon signs) are a bright, vivid, and attractive form of signage. However, they can be quite expensive, with larger, more complex signs costing over $10,000.
Still, if you’re looking for a sign that can be seen off in the distance and you own a business that’s open well into the night hours, an LED sign may be perfect for you.
It’s also important to keep in mind that LED signs are more fragile than other options, so regular upkeep and maintenance may be required.
AWNING SIGNS
If you own an eatery or boutique, an awning sign can be a beautiful additional to your storefront.
Average cost: $500 - $10,000+
Awning storefront signs add a traditional look to the front of your business. You will often see them above businesses such as boutiques, restaurants, coffee shops, and other types of eateries.
Awning signs can be relatively inexpensive, with simpler, smaller signs starting around $500. For a larger, more complex sign made with higher-quality materials, you may see similar pricing to LED signs - with prices ranging to $10,000 or more.
VEHICLE SIGNS
If your company has vehicles on the road, a decal might be a great option.
Average cost: $100 - $1000+
Vehicle decals are another form of business advertising signs that can go a long way on a tighter budget. For simple decals, such as a logo or your company’s name, you can often have that made and installed for a few hundred dollars or less.
For more complex decals and visuals, you may pay up to $1000 or more. Either way, vehicle business signage is a more cost-effective option and a good choice for businesses that are constantly on the road or provide at-home services or delivery.
3. The AGC Experience
We have over 10 years of experience in the signage industry in Ontario and we always strive to exceed industry standards on all of our products. We do this by providing our clients with superior signage solutions through in-house custom design, superior fabrication, and professional installation.
IMPROVE YOUR SALES WITH EFFECTIVE OUTSIDE SIGNS FOR BUSINESS
Improve your capture rate with an outdoor sign.
Every day potential customers walk or drive right past your business. The percentage of those people that actually come inside is known as your capture rate.
Suppose you counted the number of people that passed by in a single day and found that number to be 1,000. If 20 people came into your store on that day, then your capture rate would be 2%. How could you increase your capture rate to 4% or 5%?
Effective, eye-catching signage that is well-designed and well-placed can really help to increase the number of people that actually come into your business. AGC Signs will help you improve your capture rate, and therefore your sales.
WE USE THE RIGHT EQUIPMENT
AGC Signs employs skilled technicians who use high-quality equipment.
At AGC Signs, we are a professional and fully qualified signage company. We know that the right tools and equipment make all the difference between a high-quality job and one that is below par.
We have and use all the right equipment to make sure that your installation, service, or repair is done to the highest standards of safety and quality for your custom signage in Durham.
We are local to the durham region
There are several benefits to choosing a custom signage Durham company for your business needs:
Knowledge of Local Regulations: ACG Signs is familiar with the specific bylaws in the Durham region and will help obtain any necessary permits, saving you time and potential fines.
Personalized Service: We can provide personalized service and attention to detail. We are more accessible and responsive to your needs, allowing for easier communication and collaboration throughout the design, manufacturing and installation process.
Supporting the Local Economy: Choosing a company local to the Durham region helps support the local economy and small businesses in the community. By investing in local businesses, you are contributing to the growth and prosperity of your area.
In conclusion, AGC Signs provides reliable custom signage Durham businesses can depend on. We will help you through the entire process from choosing the right type of sign, manufacturing your design, obtaining the required permits and installing your finished product.
AGC Signs has been reliably serving the sign industry in the Durham Region for over 10 years. We can manufacture, install, and service any type of signage you require from pylons to monuments, banners to digital, and vehicle to window graphics.
All of our technicians are highly skilled and hard-working. We also use only top-of-the-line equipment. You can trust us to do the job right; we do all the work ourselves and never subcontract it out.
We are the company all other sign companies use to build and install their signs. Contact us today for a quote.
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