Considering purchasing a Canadian-made sign? In this article, we’ll discuss how to safely ship signs from Canada to the US.

At AGC Signs, we manufacture all our signs from the highest quality materials right in Canada - and we offer shipping to the United States.

Today, you’ll learn about the benefits of choosing a Canadian company to design and manufacture your commercial sign, and how to make sure it gets to you safely. Let’s get started!

how to Safely Ship Signs From Canada To The USA

There are many reasons why an American company may choose to purchase a sign from Canada (we’ll get to those below!)

If you are considering purchasing a Canadian-made sign from the US, one of the main things holding you back may be concerns about safe shipping. Fortunately, there are many ways to safely ship signs from Canada across the border.

Small commercial Signs

Smaller sized signs are the easiest to ship. This is because you can typically package them as you would any other fragile item.

Certain styles of signs may be slightly more complex to ship. For example, neon signs or signs with lots of different parts and pieces are going to be more fragile than a simple metal sign.

When you talk to your sign manufacturer, it’s important to discuss how they plan to ship your sign, whether it is more or less fragile. All types of signs can get damaged during the shipping process, so proper packing is important.

Some common ways to package fragile items such as signs for shipping include:

A specialized packing container, either made from foam, cardboard, or a combination of both
Shock absorbing packing materials (e.g. crumpled paper, bubble wrap, etc)
“FRAGILE” signs clearly labelling the exterior of the packaging

When properly packaged, small signs can easily be shipped with very little risk of damage.

It’s also important to note that other styles of signs may not necessarily be small but still can be packaged easily - such as banner signs!

Banner signs are very easy to package and are also lightweight, which means they may not cost as much to ship!

Large commercial Signs

When it comes to large signs (such as full-sized pylon signs or monument signs), shipping may be a bit more complicated. However, that doesn’t mean it’s not possible!

Remember, large items are shipped not only across the Canada/US border all the time, but also worldwide! If you find a Canadian signage company that you really want to work with, don’t say no simply because you’re worried about shipping.

When it comes to larger signs, you will likely have to discuss in greater detail with your signage provider how shipping will work.

You may have to use a large truck or another mode of transportation to get your sign from Canada to the US.

It is also important to discuss how the sign will arrive. Will it arrive all in one piece? Or, will it come shipped in multiple pieces and require you to work with a sign company in your area to put it together?

Every sign is unique, so it’s important to discuss these options with your sign company before you commit to a design. Shipping from the same company may even look different depending on the sign you choose!

How Much Will Shipping Cost?

It is impossible to know exactly how much shipping will cost, because there are many factors that will affect your final price tag.

Your sign company may be able to give you an estimate, but you won’t know the exact costs until your sign is ready to go and you speak to someone who can give you the exact shipping & handling fee.

Still, here are some factors you can keep in mind that can affect your shipping costs:

The size of your sign
The weight of your sign
How complex your sign is
Insurance costs
The value of the sign
How many signs/boxes you are shipping
Where you are shipping to/from

When budgeting for your sign, it’s important to keep shipping costs in mind, as it can add a significant cost when shipping long distances.

Why Choose a Canadian-Made Sign from agc signs?

There are lots of sign companies to choose from, across Canada and the US! If you own an American business, you may be wondering why you might choose a Canadian-made sign. Below are some of the benefits of choosing to work with AGC Signs for your signage needs!

1. more bang for your buck

Due to the current exchange rate between USD and CAD, American businesses can spend less and get more when they shop Canadian - even if you take shipping costs into account!

For example, every $100 USD that you have is actually worth more than $130 CAD dollars right now. That may not seem like a lot, but when you consider that most signs cost at least $1,000 - $2,000 or more, that adds up to a lot of savings!

2. exceptional quality

Carefully choose your signage company and you will get an exceptional sign made from the highest quality materials.

When you choose to work with AGC, you can rest assured knowing that your commercial sign was made and manufactured right in Canada.

Knowing that your sign has been made by the same company that helped you design it without outsourcing thousands of miles away will give you peace of mind that you’re getting the highest quality product.

3. great customer service

When you work with a company that is not only willing to ship signs from Canada to the US, but also has the means to do it, you know you’ll be getting great customer service from start to finish.

At AGC Signs, we go the extra mile to make sure you are completely satisfied. We will prioritize your needs and will do our best to meet and exceed your expectations.

We understand that your needs may be different from local customers, as distance does provide unique challenges.

We are committed to excellent communication throughout the entire process to help ensure you feel confident about your decision from start to finish.

Safely Ship Signs From Canada

Choose AGC Signs For The Highest Quality Signs

If you are looking to ship signs from Canada to the US, you can rely on AGC’s experience and expertise.

We have been in the commercial sign industry for over 10 years and can manufacture a wide range of signs including exterior signs, interior signs, vehicle signage, banner signs, and so much more!

Every custom sign build is different. If you are interested in working with AGC Signs from the US, contact us today to see how we can help.

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