Epic Signs & Graphics Blog

Can someone please tell me why business signs don't get any respect? I see a lot of bright ambitious people do an amazing job pulling all of their resources together to launch a great business idea and I notice in many cases, the sign project is the last item on the list to purchase let alone add as part of the plan. Why? When a sign is installed, the result is usually extreme happiness and satisfaction because it represents the final touches of a long journey to starting a business.

Why so happy you ask? Well, take a look at a typical time line to see how it works in the Cleveland area.

You decided to start a business!

Call Epic Signs & Graphics! - Start recruiting a sign partner as soon as you can to learn what options are available and determine budget numbers. Consider the exterior building sign including directory updates. Think about the interior too. We can help with dimensional wall letters, wall murals, window graphics, etched window designs and more. We can also help you with vehicle graphics, such as decals, lettering or even a truck wrap. Finally, use graphics during the build out phase to let people know what's coming soon!

Signed a lease!

Call Epic Signs & Graphics! We will survey the space for fit with your logo, slogan and overall plan for signage. At this point we work with you to develop concepts and final quotes for you to decided which projects should move ahead.

Approval from the city? Really?

Yep!! Call Epic Signs & Graphics! We will develop all necessary plans and documents to submit to the city. For some cities, and depending on the project requirements, having the city involved early can help your timing further down the line. If the sign is new or is some how outside of the zoning ordinance, then review and approval is required from the design review committee. Nope....I'm not kidding. This step can take from 2 weeks to 2 months.

Approved!!

Epic Signs & Graphics will place orders for materials and coordinate installation. Depending on the type of sign, this part can take anywhere from 3 weeks to 8 weeks. In some cases 12 weeks. Weather can also be another fun variable that adds to the process. Snow storms or high winds can keep a good sign person down for a few days.  These are only a few reasons why it is important to start early. There is not much we can do when the production pipeline is full already and the business needs to open ASAP!

I hope this guide is helpful to show you why planning is so crucial. There are critical mile stones on the road to success, so give Epic Signs & Graphics a call today to start the discovery of the types of signs that are available. We would be happy to guide you through the process.