Interested in lighted signage for your business? Signs that light up help you get maximum exposure for your business - they not only look great, but they help your customers and clients easily find you!
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1. What are the different types of lighted signage?
2. What types of business signs can be lit?
3. What are the advantages of lighted signage?
4. How are lighted signs maintained?
5. How much does lighted signage cost?
Continue reading to see the full article, or contact AGC Signs today to learn more about getting the perfect lighted signage for your business.
1. What Are The Different Types of Lighted Signage?
When it comes to lighted signage, there are many different types you can choose from.
Example of light box lighting
Example of backlit lighting
The three most common types of lighting available for signs are backlit lighting, front lit lighting, and light box signs.
Backlit lighting
Backlit lighting is essentially what the name sounds like - signs that are lit from behind. Lights, such as LEDs, are installed behind the sign and/or the lettering of the sign.
This makes the sign and/or letters seem to have a glow around them. Backlit signs are an attractive option and are aesthetically pleasing.
However, if you need an extremely brightly lit sign, you may want to combine backlit lighting with other lighting options.
Front lit lighting
Front lit signs are signs that have lights installed on front of the sign. For example, you may choose channel letters that have an illuminated face, which allows the letters themselves to light up.
Front lit signs are very easy to see and can be made very bright. They are sometimes combined with backlit lighting to create an even brighter sign.
Light box signs
A light box is a type of signage where the entire “box” (i.e. the background part of the sign) lights up. In general, the letters within the light box do not light up. The letters are often flat against the sign (i.e. not channel letters)
Light boxes are often used for smaller signs and look stylish and modern. They are also sometimes used for monument signs, pylon signs, and some storefront signs depending on the look and feel a business is going for.
2. What types of business signs can be lit?
Nearly every type of business sign can be lit! Fortunately, no matter what type of signage is best for your business, you can choose a style that suits your unique wants, needs, and budget.
Pylon & monument Signs
Pylon and monument signs are a similar type of signage. The only difference is that pylon signs are much taller.
Both are sturdy types of business signs that are located away from the building (e.g. in a parking lot or near the sidewalk on your property)
Pylon and monument signs can be illuminated by choosing a light box style, lighting channel letters, and more!
Channel Letters
Channel letters are an attractive type of business signage and are often used for storefront signs.
Channel letters can be front lit, back lit, or designed using a combination of both types of lighting.
Channel letters definitely help your business stand out!
Wayfinding Signs
Interior signs can be lit as well. Why would you want to light up your wayfinding signs?
Well, for one thing, it can help them stand out, which makes them easier for customers to find.
As well, illuminating your sign can add aesthetic appeal and help your business look as professional as possible.
No matter what type of sign you have in mind, almost all types can be designed to light up. If you want to learn more about designing the perfect illuminated sign for your business, chat with the professionals today!
3. What are the advantages of lighted signage?
Not quite sure if choosing a lighted sign is right for you and your business? If you take a look at the businesses and even office buildings in your area, you will notice that most of them do have lighted signs.
There are many reasons why they are such a popular signage choice, including:
Lighted signage helps others find you and your business: If your business is located in an ‘out of the way’ location, such as behind another building or tucked away in a plaza, illuminated signage can help customers locate you.
Lighted signage ensures you are seen at night: If your business operates outside the typical 9-5, it is very important that customers can see you even in the early morning or in the evenings. Even if you are only open 9-5, illuminated signs can help others see you on dark and gloomy days, and in the winter when the days are much shorter.
Lighted signs can ensure your business is seen any time of day (or night!)
Lighted signage is easier to read: Illuminated signs are designed to make sure your customers and any passerby can read it with ease. This is an excellent yet simple way to make a great first impression.
Lighted Signage is an attractive choice: Business signs are important for practical reasons; to help others find you and know who you are. But they also tell customers about who you are. Lighted signs look great, and attractive, high-quality signage helps your business look professional!
Choosing lighted signage has many advantages. If you want to keep up with your competition, a lighted sign is important to ensure your business stands out just as much as the competition.
4. How Are lighted signs maintained?
Sign maintenance is important. It ensures that your sign not only works correctly, but is also safe! You wouldn’t want to worry about a damaged sign falling or pieces of it coming off.
Business owners can do some simple sign maintenance themselves. For example, if your sign is easily accessible, you can dust it off and clean it if it begins to accumulate debris, cobwebs, or dust/dirt. Depending on the type of lighted sign you have, you may also be able to power wash it.
Lighted signs have an electrical component, so it is important that an experienced & professional company complete repairs and maintenance
However, for more complex sign repairs and maintenance, it is necessary to work with the professionals. Lighted signs have an electrical element, and that means someone with electrical experience must work on the sign, or else accidents or serious injury could occur.
As well, most business signs, such as storefront signs, are quite high up, so you will need specialized equipment to safely make repairs or to thoroughly clean your sign.
5. How much does lighted signage cost?
In general, for a high-quality business sign, you can expect to budget between $2,000 - $3,000. However there are a number of factors that can influence this cost, size being one of the biggest indicators of the final price tag.
For example, smaller signs, the cost could $1,000 or less, and for complex, larger signs that include multiple times of illumination, the cost could be up to $5,000 or more.
There are other factors that influence price as well, including:
Materials used: What materials are used to build your sign will impact the cost, as well as whether you are choosing high-end or low-end materials
Type of illumination: The type of illumination you choose will impact how much your sign costs, as some lighting options are more complex and therefore more expensive than others
Installation fees: Your installation fees can vary depending on the complexity of your sign and difficulty of installation
Lighted signage comes in all shapes, sizes, and styles. Because of this, it is difficult to say exactly how much a lighted sign will cost. To get the most accurate quote, it’s best to contact a local signage company, explain what you are looking for, and get a professional quote.
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We offer a wide range of signage services, including custom signs for your unique store, office, or business, installation, and maintenance.
We have helped companies of all kinds design, manufacture, and install the perfect sign for their business.
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