Quick answer: The price of a custom sign comes down to five things — size, material, quantity, design work and how soon you need it. A small yard sign and a large aluminum storefront panel can differ a lot in price, so the fastest way to an accurate number is a quote with your size, material and deadline.
1. Size
Most signs are priced by area. Doubling the width and height of a sign roughly quadruples the material. Before you ask for a quote, measure the space where the sign will hang and decide how far away people need to read it. A sign facing traffic on Ming Ave or Rosedale Hwy needs bigger letters than one by your front door.
2. Material
The material decides how long the sign lasts and where it can go:
- Corrugated plastic — light and affordable. Good for yard signs, job sites and short-term promotions.
- PVC and foam board — smooth and rigid. Good for indoor and covered signs.
- Aluminum composite — rigid and weather-resistant. Good for long-term outdoor signs in Bakersfield heat.
- Vinyl banner — flexible and easy to hang. See our banner page for options.
3. Quantity
Setup takes the same time whether you print one sign or fifty, so the price per sign usually drops as quantity goes up. If you will need more signs later, ask for pricing on a few quantities at once.
4. Design work
If you bring a print-ready file, there is little or no design time. If you need a layout built from your logo, or a logo created from scratch, that time is part of the quote. Either way, you approve a digital proof before anything prints.
5. Turnaround
Many sign jobs at A1 Design print the same day once the proof is approved. Large or multi-piece orders take longer. Telling us your real deadline up front helps us plan the job and avoid rush changes.
How do I get an accurate sign quote?
Send these five details and you will get a quote you can count on:
- Width and height
- Indoor or outdoor, and how it will be mounted
- Quantity
- Your logo or artwork, if you have it
- Your deadline
Ready to price your sign? Request a quote or call (661) 903-6913. You can also browse custom signs to see what we make.