Choose your sign shop with care. This step is one of the most important decisions you can make when shopping around for a professional to present your corporate persona to the public. What do you need to look for? Read these tips on how to choose the best sign shop in Lake Bluff!

Page through the Website and Look for Variety

Look for a sign shop that advertises a broad range of services and products. If a company offers to do building signs but only does channel letters, you may miss out on an opportunity to shine with an electric cabinet sign that may be far better suited for your location. On the flipside, if there are multiple product options and additional differentiations even there, you know that these experts can help you decide on a sign that is ideal for you.

Choose the Pros with a Collaborative Approach

Designing, manufacturing, and installing signage is not something a sign maker does in a vacuum. Instead, client input and direction are the driving forces behind the creative process. A collaborative approach is easy to recognize.

• Client consultation. The graphic artists schedule a client consultation to discuss your vision for the product and get input on signage materials, colors, and layouts.
• Site survey. Technicians visit your venue to take measurements and scout the proposed installation location. Doing so prevents surprises and problems.
• Proof process. Even after the consultation, there is still the need for client input. You receive a proof that shows the signage as you and the experts discussed it. Look it over. Does it look right? Does it wow you? You can still make changes if needed.
• Installation appointment. Installers work with you to find a day and time that work well for your business. While it may not be possible to install a signage product when there is no client or customer present, the process should nevertheless be convenient and not disturb employees or consumers.

Talking Business is Fun

The folks at the sign shop should not only be friendly but enthusiastic about their products. Once you get them talking, they show by words and actions that they like what they do and are good at it. Do not be surprised if they get out the “brag book,” which is really a portfolio, to show off some of the projects they did. When you work with this kind of expert, you know that your sign order is in great hands.

At Apex Signs and Graphics, we are confident that our graphic artists, technicians, and installers are sure to meet and exceed your expectations. We are located in Lake Bluff, IL, and serve the business communities in and around Lake Bluff, Lake City, Lake Forest, Gurnee, Vernon Hills as well as our hometown. Contact us at info@apexsignsandgraphics.com to get started on your project!

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