Commercial Sign Installation Specialists Since 1979

Signs Manufacturing installs commercial signs throughout Dallas-Fort Worth and North Texas using experienced, state-licensed sign installation crews, crane trucks, bucket trucks, man lifts, licensed electricians, certified welders, and in-house project coordination.

• Channel Letter Sign Installation
• Pole & Pylon Sign Installation
• Monument Sign Installation
• Electronic Message Center / LED Sign Installation
• High-Rise Sign Installation
• Building Banner & Wrap Installation
• Vinyl Graphics Installation
• Flagpole Installation
• Sign Removals & Replacements
• Stone, Brick & Masonry Foundations
• Electrical Connections by Licensed Electricians

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Licensed Commercial Sign Installation Crews

• Seven state-licensed sign installation crews equipped with crane trucks, bucket trucks, and man lifts reaching up to 80 feet.
• Experienced installation crews for channel letters, monument signs, pole signs, pylon signs, LED displays, cabinet signs, high-rise signs, and custom commercial signs.
• All vehicles and operators meet OSHA mobile crane operator safety certification guidelines.
• OSHA 10 Certified installation crews.
• Quality Certified Signs™ trained installation technicians.
• Uniformed employees who work professionally around your customers, tenants, staff, and property.
• Insured, bonded, and deposit insured.
• $25,000,000 worker's compensation / accident insurance.
• Over 100,000 sign installations completed so far.

Complete Installation Capabilities

• State-licensed electricians and state-licensed sign electricians for electrical sign installations.
• Master Sign Electrician, Master Electrician, and Licensed Sign Erector supervision.
• Certified welding for horizontal, vertical, and overhead applications.
• In-house masonry crew for brick, stone, and foundation work.
• Support manufacturing for U.L. Listed sign structures.
• Electronic message center and programmable LED display installation expertise.
• Inside and outside storage for large commercial sign projects.
• Project management for multi-step and multi-location sign installations.

Every installation is planned for safety, appearance, code compliance, proper anchoring, electrical reliability, and long-term performance. Whether we are installing storefront channel letters, setting a masonry monument sign, erecting a large pylon sign, or installing a programmable LED message center, our crews coordinate the equipment, permits, electrical work, foundations, access, and final cleanup.

Our Commercial Sign Installation Process

• Site Survey: We verify field conditions, measurements, access, electrical needs, wall construction, visibility, and installation requirements.
• Permit Review: Our permit team helps coordinate city requirements, sign codes, drawings, and approvals.
• Engineering: Structural and electrical requirements are reviewed before installation.
• Manufacturing Coordination: The sign is built with installation, access, mounting, wiring, and long-term durability in mind.
• Foundation or Mounting Preparation: We prepare foundations, masonry, structural supports, raceways, brackets, or attachment points as required.
• Crane, Bucket Truck, or Lift Installation: Our crews use the proper equipment for safe and professional installation.
• Electrical Connection: Licensed electricians or licensed sign electricians complete required sign wiring and connections.
• Final Cleanup: Excess dirt, rock, packaging, and installation debris are hauled away when required, and the work area is left broom-clean.

Installed by the Company That Builds the Sign

Unlike companies that subcontract most installation work, Signs Manufacturing designs, manufactures, permits, installs, and supports commercial signs using our own experienced team. That gives customers one responsible company from the first site survey through final installation.

No matter what type of sign we are installing - channel letters, wall cabinet signs, monument signs, pole signs, electronic message centers, pylon signs, or other custom commercial signs - our installation work is supervised for quality, safety, and long-term performance.

All fasteners are galvanized or non-corrosive where appropriate. All excess dirt and rock are hauled away and disposed of properly when required. At the end of installation, the work area is left broom-clean.

My customer is over the moon about these signs. Thank you! It was a pleasure working with you. Truly. With these signs and the interior branding, I got news today that we knocked out my competition and will move forward as their sole ... vendor, so thank you for partnering with me to make that happen!
Sandra Cordova

North Texas Sign Installation Area

We survey, permit, manufacture, and install signs throughout North Texas, including Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, Plano, Garland, Irving, Frisco, McKinney, Denton, Rockwall, Weatherford, Waxahachie, Sherman, and surrounding communities.

Serving 75001 through 76958 ZIP codes and 214, 254, 430, 469, 682, 817, 903, 940, and 972 area codes.

Serving Collin, Cooke, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Fannin, Franklin, Grayson, Henderson, Hill, Hood, Hopkins, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Lamar, Navarro, Parker, Rockwall, Somervell, Tarrant, Titus, Van Zandt, Wood, and Wise Counties in Texas.

Signs Manufacturing and Maintenance Corporation is a Veteran-Owned Small Business Enterprise.

Professional Sign Installation Done Right the First Time

Expert installation of outdoor business signs, illuminated channel letters, monument signs, pole signs, cabinet signs, and all commercial signage - fully licensed, insured, and serving the Dallas / Fort Worth area since 1979.

Lighted or Unlighted, Large or Small, you need an experienced team of sign experts to get the job done right.

Installing a business sign is the most critical step. Poor installation leads to leaks, flickering lights, structural failure, and costly repairs. Our own full-time crews - never subcontractors - have installed thousands of channel letters, monument signs, pylon signs, and LED signs since 1979. Every installer is licensed, background-checked, and trained specifically on commercial signage.

We Handle the Entire Sign Installation Process From Start to Finish

From the moment your sign is fabricated, we take over: site survey, permitting, foundation work (if needed), delivery, professional installation, electrical hookup, final cleanup, and photography for your records. You never coordinate cranes, electricians, or inspectors - we do it all under one contract and one warranty.

We Own Our Own Fleet - No Delays, No Excuses

We maintain five fully-equipped bucket trucks and crane lifts ranging from 40 ft to 85 ft reach. That means we never wait on rental companies or third-party crane services. Whether you need a simple storefront channel letter set or a 60-foot pylon sign in a busy parking lot, we have the right equipment ready the day your permit is approved.

Licensed Electricians on Every Illuminated Sign Installation

Every lighted sign - channel letters, cabinet signs, LED message centers, and monument signs - is wired and tested by our own licensed sign electricians. Final connections, UL-listed components, and code-required disconnects are handled in-house so your sign passes inspection the first time and stays bright for years.

Constant Communication - You're Never Left Wondering

You receive text and email updates at every milestone: permit approved, sign shipped to job site, installation scheduled, crew on-site photos, and final "your sign is live" pictures the moment it's turned on. Thousands of customers since 1979 tell us this is what sets us apart from other sign companies.

Safety First - Fully Insured and OSHA-Compliant Installation Crews

We carry full general liability, workers' compensation, and commercial auto insurance on every truck and employee. All lifts are annually certified and operators are OSHA-trained. Your property, your customers, and our team are fully protected on every channel letter, monument, or pylon sign installation.

Experience You Can Trust - Installing Business Signs Since 1979

For over 45 years we have been the go-to sign installation company for national brands, shopping centers, municipalities, and local businesses. When you need a perfect, code-compliant, long-lasting sign installation on time and on budget, you're in the safest hands in the industry.

Running Power to Signs - Electrical FAQ

Answers to the most common questions about electrical permits for signs, who runs power to illuminated signs, cost to add electricity to a business sign, and how we make it simple for you.

Do illuminated signs require a separate electrical permit?

Yes - in almost every city in the U.S., running new electrical service to a sign requires a separate electrical permit from the building/sign permit. The only common exception is when the connection is within 6 feet of an existing power source and we perform the final hookup (this is usually covered under our sign permit).

Who is responsible for running power to my new sign?

You have three easy options:
1. We handle everything (recommended) - we coordinate or perform the electrical work so you have only one point of contact.
2. Your own licensed electrician runs the new circuit and we make the final connection.
3. For most storefronts, power already exists directly behind the wall - we simply tie in (no extra permit needed in most cases).

How much does it cost to run electricity to a business sign?

Typical costs in 2025:
• If power is already behind the wall (90% of storefronts): $0 - included with your sign installation
• New circuit 10-50 ft from the panel: $850 - $2,200
• Trenching or long runs across parking lots: $2,500 - $8,000+
We always give you an exact price after a quick site survey or photos.

Is power already available behind the wall in most retail spaces?

Yes! The vast majority of shopping centers and storefronts were pre-wired with a junction box or conduit directly behind the sign band or parapet. In these cases, we simply pull from that existing source - no additional electrical permit or cost in most municipalities.

Can you connect the sign if my electrician runs the new circuit?

Absolutely. Your electrician just needs to terminate in an accessible junction box within 6-10 ft of the sign location. We'll make the final connection, test everything, and handle the inspection.

How long does the electrical portion add to the project timeline?

• If power exists behind the wall: 0 extra days
• New circuit with our in-house electricians: usually adds 3-10 business days
• Using your own electrician: depends on their schedule (we work around it)

Do LED signs or channel letters use a lot of electricity?

No - modern LED-illuminated signs are extremely efficient:
• Typical 4' × 8' channel letter set: ~$8-$18 per month
• Large LED message center: $25-$80 per month
Much less than old fluorescent or neon signs.

Do you offer photocell or timer options so the sign turns on/off automatically?

Yes - every illuminated sign we install includes a photocell (dusk-to-dawn) or Wi-Fi timer at no extra charge. You can also control it from your phone with optional smart controls.

Running Power to Your New Business Sign - We Make Electrical Simple and Safe

Most retail storefronts already have power behind the wall for illuminated signs, channel letters, and LED signage. When power exists within reach, we connect your new sign at no additional charge. If a new circuit is required for your outdoor business sign, monument sign, or pole sign, we offer full-service electrical installation by our own licensed electricians. You get one point of contact for the entire sign project - from design and permitting to final electrical connection and inspection.

Automatic Photocell and Time Clock Options for Business Signs - Included at No Extra Cost

Every illuminated sign we install - including LED channel letters, cabinet signs, and digital message centers - comes standard with an automatic controller. Choose a photocell (dusk-to-dawn sensor) so your sign turns on at sunset and off at sunrise, or a programmable digital/Wi-Fi time clock that meets city curfew requirements (common for signs that must turn off at 11 PM or midnight). Both options save energy, extend LED life, and keep your business signage code-compliant without any effort on your part.

Important: Have Your Electrician Call Us Before Running Power to the Sign

If you prefer to use your own electrical contractor to run a new circuit for channel letters, monument signs, or any illuminated business signage, please have them contact us first. A quick 5-minute call ensures they install the correct voltage (120V or 277V), proper breaker size, UL-listed sign whip, and termination point exactly where the sign permit requires. This prevents failed inspections, costly rework, and delays on your storefront sign or outdoor business sign project.

Why Experience Matters for Sign Electrical Installation and Power Connection

Sign-specific electrical work is different from standard building wiring. Proper installation requires knowledge of wind-load conduit support, NEC sign disconnect rules, UL-listed components, and local amendments for outdoor business signs. As a fully licensed and insured sign company since 1979, we specialize in electrical for channel letters, monument signs, pylon signs, LED signs, and all types of commercial signage. Our electricians know every local inspector and guarantee first-time approval on sign electrical permits.

Peace of Mind - Let Us Handle All Electrical and Power for Your Business Sign

When you choose our complete turnkey service for your illuminated business sign, you get one company responsible for design, fabrication, permitting, electrical installation, final connection, and inspection. No coordination between multiple contractors, no surprise charges, and no risk of code violations. Thousands of businesses have trusted us since 1979 to deliver fully powered, code-compliant storefront signs, monument signs, and LED signage that simply work - from day one.