Depending on the type of sign, installing one can be quite difficult, but you will always experience easy sign installation with a professional team on your side.
In this blog, we’ll look at the factors affecting the installation of a sign and then explain when and why it makes sense to hire a professional sign company to take care of the installation.
2. Installation Equipment Needed
3. Why Hiring Professionals Makes Sense
If you don’t need convincing and already know you need help with installing your commercial sign, contact AGC Signs.
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Easy Sign Installation
1. Types of Signs
As mentioned earlier, the type of sign being installed will factor into the complexity of the job. Here are the main types of signs we will cover in this article:
Small Interior Signs
Storefront Signs
Awning Signs
Pylon Signs
Monument Signs
Illuminated Signs
Below we will explain what makes each sign unique and add some brief points as to the complexity of the installation.
Small Interior Signs
These signs are smaller and easier to install and don’t require vehicles and lifts! They tend to be lightweight and will not require a lengthy installation process. Sometimes these signs are illuminated though which means some electrical work is required.
Storefront Signs
Storefront signs are larger, exterior wall-mounted signs. They are heavier and more dangerous to work with. As you can see from the photo, installation generally requires special equipment since the signs are usually quite high. The proper tools and permits are required to fasten the sign to the various facades of buildings.
Awning Signs
Awning Signs are a creative way to market a business. These signs are generally designed separately and then installed in one piece. Once again, this means the sign will be heavy and that the right tools and equipment are required to do the job safely. Keep in mind that you will also need to have permits in place before installation.
Pylon Signs
These heavy-duty pylon signs are made for visibility, so they are often quite tall. With that in mind, they require special equipment and tools. The installation can take longer, perhaps days. Also, the work area will be larger and staff will need to be careful around high-traffic areas. Don’t forget that the proper permits need to be in place before starting any work.
Monument Signs
Like pylon signs, monument signs are sturdy and heavy. They require specialized equipment - and the proper training, to erect safely! These are, after all, small structures. They are placed away from the building, so you need to be aware of the city bylaws.
Illuminated Signs
Whether your commercial sign is illuminated with neon, fluorescent, or LED lights, the technicians will need to have experience in electrical work. There are light sources to consider as well as energy costs and timing - will the sign be illuminated constantly or only after hours? These choices affect the installation. For more inspiration, see AGCs, backlit signs.
AGC is prepared with all the right tools and equipment to install your commercial signage. In the next section, we’ll list some of the equipment staff members use to give you a better understanding of what goes into installing a sign.
Watch How AGC Installs a Sign
2. Installation Equipment Needed
While there are all sorts of tools needed for installing different signs, let’s consider the specialized equipment needed to install those exterior commercial signs that are heavy and often above our heads!
Here are some items needed for installing a professional exterior sign:
Ladders
Scaffolding
Hydraulic Platform
Bucket Truck
Cranes
This may help you understand why installing a sign can be difficult and requires trained professionals who are skilled in working at heights and in keeping the rest of us safe!
The complexity of the equipment and the technical expertise required are also factors in the price of your sign. Contact AGC for a quote.
With the right equipment, easy sign installation does exist.
3. Why Hiring Professionals Makes Sense
If you’ve read through this blog until now, you can already understand why hiring a professional makes sense for easy sign installation. However, let’s clearly highlight the main reasons we recommend working with an experienced company like AGC Signs.
Expertise
Your sign will be installed securely. You won’t be second-guessing if it is going to last through each storm or lose a letter because it was fastened wrong.
Your sign will be installed precisely. Centring and aligning letters and graphics in a sign is not as easy as it looks (watch the video above and you’ll think it’s a piece of cake).
Your sign will also be installed intelligently. Technicians know where to place your sign so that it is seen by most people, meets legal standards, and compliments any other architectural and natural features of your property.
Your sign will be installed legally. Experts are aware of city bylaws and what sign and/or building permits are required for the type of signage you want to be installed. They can help you with the planning and the paperwork.
AGC has all the equipment and tools to safely install your commercial signage.
Equipment
You won’t need to buy or rent equipment and you won’t need to look for skilled workers to do the job. Having one company to take care of everything, including maintenance down the road, is a huge perk.
Safety
This is the last and most important reason why we recommend hiring a professional sign company like AGC for the installation of your signage, especially when you are having exterior signs erected. Expert technicians keep you, your staff, and your customers safe!
Trust the sign Experts at AGC
With over 10 years of experience in the signage industry, AGC Signs is known for their high-quality signs and high-quality service. They offer competitive pricing, mock layouts, quick turnaround times on projects, and durable signs that will maintain their appeal for years to come.
Learn more about Custom Sign Installation as well as AGC’s Complete Services. You can benefit from their expertise in…
Design
Manufacturing
And Installation!
Contact AGC for a quote, look through their photo galleries and keep reading for testimonials from highly satisfied customers!
“We reached out to Adrian and Rhonda for signage for our new clinic, and they were amazing. We sent over our design and swiftly received a quote and mock-up. They provided excellent customer service and clear communication, high quality work including installation, with a fast turn around time. All during the Holiday season I might add! We will be reaching out to them for all our signage needs and have already recommended them to friends. 5 stars!”
