Storefront & building signs
Illuminated letters, dimensional lettering, cabinets and blade signs that give your business a presence.
Your location. Your sign.
Local sign rules. A clearer way forward.
You want a sign you're proud of, one that attracts attention and helps customers find you. We work through your location's sign requirements with the design and handle required sign permitting, so you can focus on your business.
Connecting…
What actually applies here?
One small detail can change the plan.
City sign code has local definitions and exceptions that a general answer can miss. Finding a requirement after the design is settled can mean redesign, added expense, or a delay to getting your business noticed.
Even how sign area is measured matters.
In Charlotte, sign area includes more than the letters: material or color that forms part of the display can count too. We check how the rule applies to your proposed sign, then develop the layout and construction together so your name still stands out.
Charlotte sign-area rules · Section 22.5
Talk through your locationClear advice. Practical support.
We carry the details through to installation.
We connect the code review with design, fabrication, and installation, and handle required sign permitting. If a requirement changes the design, we explain the options and what they mean for your sign. Our client guides and checklists help you know what to expect along the way.
Talk Through Your Sign PlansInside our channel-letter guide
02 / A closer look
Designed to be read in seconds.
A sign has only a short moment to make an impression. These six principles help your message stay clear from the places customers actually see it.
A useful place to start
Bring your questions. Keep your vision.
You don't need to untangle the code before talking with us. Tell us about the business, the location you're considering, and what you want people to notice.
Can we start with what I found on ChatGPT?
Yes. Tell us what you found and what is still unclear. A general or AI-generated answer may miss a local definition, exception, or how rules work together. We check the requirements for the actual location and proposed sign as we develop the recommendation.
What if the rules affect the idea I love?
Tell us which qualities matter most, whether it's the lettering, the glow, or the overall feeling. If the location calls for an adaptation, we'll explain why and explore ways to keep that character while making your business easy to recognize.
Does landlord approval cover the sign permit?
Landlord approval and required sign permitting are separate. We handle required sign permitting and talk through the property's sign criteria with you as the direction develops. Approval and timing depend on the project and location; an opening date is useful context for the conversation.
More ways to make your mark
Your brand, everywhere customers see it.
From the first glimpse of your building to the welcome inside, we help your business look consistent, inviting and easy to recognize.
Roadside & property signs
Monument, pylon, and post-and-panel signs that help customers spot your location and find the entrance.
Reception & interior signs
Lobby logos, dimensional lettering and LED neon that bring your character into the space.
Windows & walls
Window graphics, privacy film and wall murals that make useful surfaces part of your brand.
We also help with wayfinding, vehicle graphics, banners and event displays.
Thoughtful design. Fabrication. Required sign permitting. Installation.
Your business starts the conversation
Where would you like your sign to go?
Tell us about your business, your location or potential address, and the idea you have in mind. We'll help clarify what needs checking and a useful next step.
Let’s talk about your sign
Thank you for telling us about your business.
We have your request and will follow up using the contact information you provided to talk about your sign.