1-2 weeks*
1-2 weeks*
The site survey allows you to see what your project will look like on location prior to making your final decision and allows us to give you an accurate estimate.
Step 1: Take a straight on picture of the existing sign or project site that can be scaled for a detailed rendering.
Tip: The small difference of taking a few steps back to get a good picture can save you money by decreasing the amount of design time required for a project.
Step 2: Take measurements, the more the better (i.e. width, height, depth, sizes of separate faces, base sizes, retainer size, under-clearance, etc.). If you are building a sign for the first time, yourmeasurements will be of something on the same plane. These measurements are useful for the rendering process so we can accurately depict how the finished product is going to look to scale.
Other questions to note: is the current sign illuminated? If so, can you tell if it is lit with fluorescent lamps or LED's? What materials are used?
If this information isnot accessible, no worries! Our expert team of service technicians will gladly come by to take a look and offer their opinions on what will and will not work for your location.
Step 3: We create an artwork rendering to scale so you can see as close as possible what the final outcome will be
Any information that can be provided to us beforehand is always greatly appreciated and helps us get our estimates out to you quicker!
If you have any questions, always feel free to call us, and we will help you in any way that we can!
*Exact times may vary
3-5 days*
Design is one of the most important steps in the creation of your final product. As an astute graphic artist, we follow this series of steps before beginning the actual design work to ensure delivery of the exact outcome you are expecting.
Step 1: Briefing in person, over the phone or by email.
The critical starting point for a well thought out design process is a briefing. We ask for a brief overview of what (she needs. Then we gather details about your expectations, your company's mission, vision, and goals, as well as your products or services. It's worth noting that designers need to go beyond the surface level of what the company or individual does and dive into the benefit for their customers so that this component can be translated in the resulting design.
Important side note: every element of a design sends a message to viewers, from colors and typography to the tagline and symbols.
Step 2: Our design team will create several options for you to pick the most suitable option for your specific need. You will then be given the chance make any design changes needed. We will work with you to make sure every detail is exactly how you want it.
Important side note: Please make sure that once you have made your decision on the design, that you carefully check the names, phone numbers, spelling, colors and sizes to make sure all information is correct.
Step 3: We present the second draft for your approval. Now you are ready to relax while we work hard to deliver the final product! The designer passes the design on to production including any special instructions from the client.
*Exact times may vary
1-2 weeks*
Signs Etc is experienced in navigating the rules and regulations required to submit forms and drawings to the various planning and building departments in Missouri and beyond.
We use either the approved artwork we designed for you or your detailed drawings to submit the proper application to the City Planning and Building Department. (Please keep in mind that the timeframe once the application is submitted is out of our hands and we cannot start production of your project until we have written approval from the city.)
Once we have received the written approval we are ready to start production of your sign and will provide you with a estimated timeframe to completion.
*Exact times may vary
varies*
Production time varies between 4-8 weeks depending on the size and scale of your project
For all our products, we use high quality materials and components from start to finish. Our experienced staff will manufacture your product with the greatest attention to detail And with our UL listed status, all lighted products go through a final testing process to ensure they will illuminate far above industry standards.
Signs Etc is committed to excellence and the highest quality materials to guarantee that your sign or product will look great and last for years to come.
*Exact times may vary
1-3 days*
Each sign that we design, manufacture and assemble at Signs Etc is put in place by our own expert installation team. Our trucks and cranes will travel to your location and bring your sign to life. We have the capability to install even the largest custom signs.
Regardless of the size or complexity of your project, we offer a number of installation services and will recommend the most appropriate method based on your sign and environment. Signs Etc has the necessary equipment and will follow strict safety measures to ensure safe and proper installations.
When you see our green trucks you know you are in good hands.
*Exact times may vary
