Storefront Signs
Storefront Signs That Bring People Through Your Door in New Jersey
The sign over your door is the first thing people see and the last thing they read before they walk in. We design, build and install storefront signs for shops, restaurants, salons and offices across New Jersey, from lit channel letters and light boxes to metal panels, carved signs and awnings. We also install in the five boroughs; see our NYC service area.
Every StyleLit, flat, carved or painted
Sized to ReadFrom across the street
Permit HelpTown and landlord drawings
Built in LindenMade and installed in house
Where we installBuilt in Linden. Our crews travel to you.
- New JerseyHome base
- New York CityAll five boroughs
- PhiladelphiaPennsylvania
- ScrantonPennsylvania
What They Are
What Counts as a Storefront Sign
A storefront sign is the main sign on the front of your business, usually in the sign band above the door and windows. It tells people your name, what you do and where the entrance is.
It can be a row of lit letters, one lit cabinet, a flat metal or wood panel, painted lettering or lettering on an awning. Most storefronts add a blade sign or window decals so people walking along the sidewalk see it too.
The right choice depends on the wall, the hours you are open, your landlord rules and your town code. We look at all of that on a site visit before we draw anything.
Lit or non litLit signs work after dark.
Sized to the bandFits the space you have.
Permit readyDrawings for town and landlord.
Installed by usOur own crew and lifts.
Storefront Sign Types
Storefront Sign Styles We Build
Real storefronts from our installs. Each style has its own page with materials and options.
Dimensional Letters
Raised letters on the wall or on a panel, lit with spotlights or left plain.
Dimensional letters
Compare
Storefront Sign Styles Side by Side
A quick look at how the main styles compare. Your site visit settles the details.
| Style | Lit at night | Look | Best for | Price level |
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| Channel letters | Yes | Separate glowing letters | Plazas, main streets, late hours | $$$ |
| Light box | Yes | One glowing panel, full color | Busy logos, easy face changes | $$ |
| Metal panel | With spotlights | Flat, clean, crisp | Tight budgets, offices, services | $ |
| Dimensional letters | With spotlights | Raised letters, no box | Boutiques, salons, offices | $$ |
| Carved sign | With gooseneck lights | Raised or carved, gold leaf | Historic streets, restaurants | $$$ |
| Hand painted | With gooseneck lights | Brush lettering | Cafes, bars, vintage looks | $$ |
| Awning | Backlit option | Fabric or vinyl with lettering | Shade plus signage in one | $$ |
Price levels compare styles at the same size. Size, lighting, mounting, access and permits set your exact price.
We install storefront signs across New Jersey, with crews out of Linden most days in Linden, Elizabeth, Newark, Jersey City, Woodbridge. In New York City we install in all five boroughs, including Brooklyn.
Size and Readability
How Big Should Your Storefront Sign Be?
Size starts with the distance people read from, not the size of the wall. A sign read from across a four lane road needs much taller letters than one read from the sidewalk.
- A common rule of thumb is about 1 inch of letter height for every 10 feet of viewing distance.
- Keep the name big and the extras small. Hours and phone numbers belong on the window or door.
- Leave space around the letters. A crowded sign reads smaller than it is.
- Check your town code and lease first. Many limit sign area by the width of your storefront.
Our guide on choosing the right size for your business sign goes deeper, and our site survey measures your sign band and sight lines in person.
Permits and Approvals
Storefront Sign Permits in New Jersey
Most New Jersey towns review storefront signs before they go up. We prepare scaled drawings and help you through it.
- Town zoning sets how big the sign can be, where it can go and whether it can be lit.
- Many towns also need a construction or electrical permit, especially for lit signs.
- Landlords and shopping centers usually approve the design first and may have their own sign rules.
- Historic districts often have extra design review for materials and colors.
See our sign permits service for how we handle approvals.
Our Work
Storefront Signs We Built and Installed
Shops, restaurants and offices. Every photo is a real job.
From Shop to Street
From First Visit to Finished Storefront
One team measures, draws, builds and installs.
01Measure and draw
We measure the sign band and draw your sign to scale for approval.
02Build in Linden
Letters, panels and cabinets are cut, built and finished in our shop.
03Light and test
Lit signs are wired with LEDs and turned on before they leave.
04Install on site
Our crew mounts the sign and cleans up before we leave.
Who We Build For
Storefront Signs for Every Kind of Business
Street shops, plaza tenants and offices with a front door.
Restaurants and cafesLit letters and awnings that work at night.
Shops and boutiquesSigns that match the look inside.
Medical and dentalClear names patients spot from the car.
Salons and spasScript letters, panels and blade signs.
Plazas and landlordsTenant signs built to center specs.
FranchisesBrand standard signs at every location.
Banks and officesClean metal and dimensional letters.
Grand openingsA temporary banner until the sign goes up.
Full Service
Storefront Sign Services: Survey, Design, Fabrication, Installation and Permits
Everything it takes to get a sign up and keep it working, handled by one Linden team.
01
Site Survey
We visit before we build, so the sign fits the first time.
- Measure the wall, sign band and clearances
- Check wall material, power and access
- Photos and notes for design and permits
02
Sign Design
Scaled drawings you approve before anything is cut.
- Layout drawn to real measurements
- Colors, materials and mounting details
- Drawings for your town and landlord
03
Fabrication
Built in our Linden shop, not ordered from someone else.
- CNC routing, cutting and welding
- Printing, painting and LED wiring
- Checked, and lit signs tested, before they ship
04
Installation
Our own crews mount every sign we make.
- Ladders, lifts, bucket and boom trucks
- Wiring and power hookup for lit signs
- Site cleaned before we leave
05
Removal and Reinstallation
For a move, a rebrand or work on the building.
- Old signs and awnings taken down
- Signs removed and rehung around facade work
- Wall patched and ready for the new sign
06
Repair and Maintenance
Keep the sign bright and safe for years.
- LED and power supply replacement
- New faces, covers and touch up paint
- Bracket, wiring and mounting checks
07
Permits and Approvals
We help you get the sign approved before it goes up.
- New Jersey zoning and construction permits
- NYC Department of Buildings sign permits
- Landlord and shopping center sign rules
One Team From First Visit to Service Call
No hand offs between a designer, a shop and an installer. The people who measure your wall are the people who build and hang your sign, and the ones you call if it ever needs work.
Request a Free QuoteHow It Works
From Your Photo to a Finished Sign in Four Steps
One team and one price. Your quote covers the site survey, design, fabrication and installation, so nothing gets passed to another company.
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01You
Send a photo and your logo
A photo of the wall or storefront, your logo and a rough size. Use the form, email or a call.
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02Gogi Signs
Get your proof and price
We survey the site when needed and send a drawing with sizes, colors and mounting, plus one all in price.
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03Gogi Signs
Approve and we build
A 50 percent deposit starts production in our Linden shop. If the sign needs a permit, we handle the paperwork.
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04Gogi Signs
We install, you pay the balance
Our own crew installs it, with bucket and boom trucks for high work. The balance is due at installation.
What We Make
Signs for Inside, Outside and On the Road
Every sign family below is designed, built and installed by our own team in Linden. Tap one to see the jobs and options.
Sign services from our Linden team
About Gogi Signs
A Family Owned Sign Shop in Linden, NJ
Gogi Signs has built signs for New Jersey and New York City businesses since 2005. Today one team in Linden designs, prints, cuts, builds and installs every job.
Nothing is brokered out. The people who quote your sign are the people who build it and hang it.
20+Years building signs
10,000Sq ft shop floor
Mon to SatOpen 9 AM to 6 PM
1 teamDesign, build, install
Service Areas
Built in Linden, Installed Wherever You Are
Our shop sits in Union County, so most New Jersey jobs are a short drive for our crews. Pick your area to see local work, or call us for projects farther away.
New York City
All five boroughsPhiladelphia and Scranton
ProjectsLarger projects and multi location rollouts in Pennsylvania. Call 908-486-7000 to plan yours.
FAQs
Storefront Sign FAQs
What New Jersey business owners ask before ordering a storefront sign.
What is the best type of storefront sign?
It depends on your hours, your budget and your street. Channel letters and light boxes are best if you are open after dark. Metal panels and dimensional letters are clean and cost less. Carved and hand painted signs suit historic main streets. We help you pick on the site visit.
How much does a storefront sign cost?
It depends on the style, size, lighting, mounting, access and permits. A flat metal panel costs far less than lit channel letters of the same size. Send a photo of your storefront and your logo and we will price it.
Do I need a permit for a storefront sign in New Jersey?
In most towns, yes. Zoning sets the size and placement, and lit signs often need an electrical permit too. Your landlord may also need to approve the design. We prepare the drawings and help with the paperwork. See sign permits.
How long does a storefront sign take?
Most of the time goes to approvals. Once the drawings are approved and the permit is in, the build and install usually take a few weeks, depending on the style. We give you a schedule with your quote.
Can you take down my old sign?
Yes. We remove old signs and awnings, patch the wall and install the new sign. See sign removal.
My light box looks faded. Do I need a whole new sign?
Often not. If the cabinet is in good shape, a new face is quicker and costs less. See sign face replacement.
Can I put a temporary sign up while I wait for the permit?
Yes, in most towns. A vinyl banner or window decals with your name work for a grand opening. See vinyl banners.
Do you install storefront signs in New York City?
Yes, in all five boroughs. Most business signs in the city need a Department of Buildings permit, so we check your address first. See our NYC service area.
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From Our Blog
Guides on Storefront Signs
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The handful of mistakes behind most signs that look good on screen and fail on the wall.
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Start With a Photo and Your Logo
Send what you have. We reply with a drawing and one price that covers the survey, design, fabrication and installation.
Your logoAny file, even a photo of a business card
A site photoThe wall, window or storefront
A rough sizeWidth and height are enough
The addressSo we can plan the install
Call908-486-7000
Emailinfo@gogisigns.com
Shop7 W Baltimore Ave, Suite B, Linden, NJ
HoursMon to Sat, 9 AM to 6 PM
Request a Free Quote
Tell us about your project. A photo and your logo are enough to start.
Prefer to talk? Call 908-486-7000.