A monument sign is an outdoor sign mounted to a structure. They can be very eye-catching and are critical in grabbing the attention of drivers and pedestrians passing by the business. The possibilities in the way of monument signs are nearly endless. Electronic signs allow schools and businesses to display creative, colorful, and ever-evolving messages that are finely tuned to reach their target audience. We have completed a number of monument sign projects – and no two are created equal. There are a myriad of variables to keep in mind, which is why you really need an experienced expert when tackling monument signage. Between design, materials, installation, and local sign ordinances we can help you with every step of the process. Spotlight Signs is your one stop shop for all your monument sign needs in Mesa, Tempe, Scottsdale, and Gilbert, Arizona.
Monument Signs at Business Plazas
Many business plazas have a monument sign that features panels that display the logos and names of the business inside. Often times the business park will offer tenants the opportunity to secure the right to one or more of these panels to promote themselves to passerby. These monuments are a fantastic way to improve visibility and to assist those driving around looking for your business. Nearly everyone can relate to the experience of looking at these monuments for the name of the business that you’re looking for to ensure you’re in the right place.
With monument signs, there are always regulations. When it comes to monument panel signs it is typically the business plaza that has set very specific guidelines for the sizing and coloring of the panels. This is a good thing of course, it is in everyone’s best interest for the monument to look good and uniform. It does take some work to interpret these regulations and ensure that they are completely adhered to – and that is something we are happy to do at Spotlight Signs. We are experienced when it comes to following these types of strict guidelines and we can assure our customers that their panels will be totally within the rules.
Monuments for Standalone Businesses
Your business may not be in a plaza that offers panels in an existing monument sign. In these cases, it can be wise to create your own. They truly are the absolute best way to capture the attention of those on the road. These projects include a fair amount of construction and design – and no two business’ needs are exactly the same. We love to work to understand what our clients need and deliver it to them.
The variety of possible monument signs is endless. To determine which style is best, it is necessary to survey the location of the business and to come to know the promotion and branding goals of the sign. It is possible to use existing surfaces and structures to save cost and production time. There is also a myriad of city ordinances and regulations to keep in mind. Permits are oftentimes required and the process of obtaining them varies from city to city. We are happy to take care of this part of the process for our clients.
We recently installed this sign on an existing monument at the entrance of the new Phoenix warehouse of Hughes Supply. It was very cost-effective and did not require the construction of a new monument. It did require the acquisition of a permit which came with some complications, which is not uncommon when dealing with local government. Luckily though, we were able to sort it all out – and now people can find the Hughes warehouse!
Electronic Monument Sign
Schools are big monument sign consumers and many have been upgrading to electronic signs in recent years. These types of signs are very impressive and with their high resolution screens offer the ability to project nearly any message or picture. These signs are an investment in the branding and reputation of the school. The marquee is nearly always the first thing somebody looks at when they are approaching or passing a school. If you think the schools in your area, the one part of them you may be most able to clearly visualize is the marquee monument sign. It is, in so many ways, the face of the school. The first and most lasting impression.
We’ve done a number of monument signs for schools, some of them electronic. It is an ambitious undertaking – requiring much permitting and the coordination of various specialists, suppliers, and materials. The results are invariably something the whole school is deeply proud of and the whole community notices.
In our car-driven world, monument signs are a huge part of everyday life. Whether we notice it or not, we are all constantly using and relying on monument signage to scout out our surroundings and find our destinations. People are curious and love to check out what’s around them. A well designed monument sign is a great way to capture one’s attention and lure them into your door. At Spotlight Signs, we know how to do monument signs – from design to installation.