When comparing quotations be sure to compare what you are getting not just what you are paying.

Are all signs the same?...............You be the judge..........

You've all seen them, the faded signs, the ones with the lettering falling off, ones that just don't look good anymore and the ones that never did. Chances are the people that bought these signs didn't want them to look bad, so what happened?

The use of inferior products and 'corner cutting' can happen on any sign job, and can have a huge effect on the price. Initially you probably won't notice much difference between the cheaper job and the more expensive job but given time, as with any products bought on price, the materials will start to deteriorate far more rapidly than quality ones.

Your signs are a reflection of your business image, if you only intend to be in business for a short time cheap is probably good, but if like most people you have made the commitment to give it everything, seriously consider how long your signs are going to last and will need to appear impressive.

Questions you should ask when enquiring about sign requirements.

• If you have a tight deadline, can this be achieved?
• How would you suggest it be done?
• What type of materials will my signs be made from?
• Will my sign details be stored for future reference?
• Can I see samples of materials, colours etc?
• Do you have the necessary insurances, just in-case?

What a signmaker needs to know when you require a sign.

• Where the sign will be utilised? (window, fascia, wall etc)
• How long you will require the signs to last?
• The measurements of the signs?
• If you have artwork you can supply?
• Whether you have specific colours, materials etc?
• Whether you have a budget in mind for you project?
• If you have a strict deadline that must be met?

We understand the frustrations of trying to obtain pricing on signs and being left to the mercy of a person on the other end of the phone. At Read Brothers Signs we will try our utmost to make the purchase of your signs as painless as possible. Please consider that we have made signs our profession and have been in business for over 20 years, listen to our suggestions and ask questions regarding your signs.

                                         "Good signs are not cheap - Cheap signs are not good"