Wales Copy Shop

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50+ Years

experience

Your Trusted Printing & Reprographic Services in Boston, MA

Since 1938, Wales Copy Shop has established itself as a leader in printing and reprographic solutions. Our legacy began in Boston's Beacon Hill neighborhood, where we pioneered the integration of cutting-edge technology with meticulous craftsmanship. Over eight decades, we have consistently evolved to meet industry demands, expanding our capabilities to include digital imaging, large-format CAD plotting, offset printing, and high-speed duplication. Our commitment to quality remains unwavering, evidenced by our investments in advanced equipment and skilled professionals. Clients across architecture, construction, and education sectors rely on our expertise for critical projects, from school blueprints to real estate development documentation.

We distinguish ourselves through reliable delivery timelines, hands-on project management, and personalized service tailored to each client's unique needs. Testimonials from long-term partners, including Ai3 Architects and AIA-certified professionals, affirm our reputation for consistent excellence. With multiple locations and integrated online tools like digital planrooms, we combine traditional reliability with modern efficiency to serve Massachusetts and beyond.

Services

Digital Imaging CAD Plotting Offset Printing Display Graphics Copy Duplication Online Planroom Courier Service Document Scanning Trade Show Graphics Project Management

Details

Year established: 1938

Highlights and features

We have over 80 years of specialized experience in technical printing and document management.
Our modern equipment ensures precise large-format digital and CAD outputs.
Proven reliability with 15+ year partnerships from architecture firms like Ai3 Architects.
Integrated courier service guarantees timely delivery for critical projects.
Fourth-generation leadership maintains our commitment to technological innovation.

What people say

Amazing at what they do Trusted vendors Quality results Timely delivery Hands-on approach

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Services

Digital Imaging

We produce high-resolution digital E-prints in black & white or full color, including archival scanning of blueprints and technical drawings. Our large-format scanners handle up to 36" width with precision.

CAD Plotting

Specialized in creating detailed construction documents and CAD color plots. We support both standard architectural prints and custom-length engineering outputs for Boston's construction sector.

Offset Printing

Our multi-color offset presses deliver professional business materials including brochures, stationery, and high-volume marketing collateral with consistent quality and sharp registration.

Display Graphics

We create high-impact visual materials like trade show displays, retractable banners, and point-of-purchase signage using durable, color-fast printing technologies.

Online Planroom

Secure digital platform for construction project document management. Features include blueprint viewing, print ordering, PDF downloads, and automatic update notifications for Massachusetts contractors.

Questions

How long has Andrew T. Johnson been in business?

We have served Boston since 1938, making us one of New England's oldest technical printing companies with fourth-generation leadership.

What specialized printing services do you offer?

We provide CAD plotting, offset printing, digital imaging, display graphics, and document scanning with capabilities up to 36" width.

Do you offer digital project management tools?

Yes, our online planroom platform allows document viewing, print ordering, and automatic updates for construction projects across Massachusetts.

What service areas do you cover?

We primarily serve Boston and surrounding areas including Lexington, with courier services extending throughout Greater Boston.

How do you ensure print quality consistency?

Through regular equipment upgrades and staff training, maintaining industry-leading standards since 1938 for technical document reproduction.

Reviews (6)

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Karen Fu

Feb 13, 2021 Report

Pleasant interaction with one person working there and unpleasant with the other. Will not use them again.

Sarah Infini Takagi

Oct 21, 2020 Report

There is no other place that offers such caring, out of the way personal service run by the amazing owner Karen!!! And her team mates Alicia and Teresa!! Ive had the greatest most amazing flyer and program designs created by Karen all these years!!! Thank you Thank you Thank you!!

Dean Koocher

Oct 21, 2020 Report

This copy shop is amazing, they take such good care in their work, they are responsive and do amazing work for a very fair price. I have done everything from copies to printing color prints for and framing quality. I would highly recommend them and you get the same people there all the time which is so comforting, Thank you Wales for all the great work

Jim

Sep 12, 2020 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Karen & Teresa are fantastic!, They are Professional , Friendly, & very reasonably priced too. Many Document services offered. I highly recommend them.

Cris Carter

May 06, 2020 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Karen and her staff are amazing - they go one step further - they understand what you need almost before you tell them. And results are always excellent - and if you don't like something, they will redo it until it's exactly what you want. I highly recommend.

Vivek Mukherjee

Aug 13, 2017 Report

Had several hundred pages of notes I needed printing, and they handled it within 15 minutes. They were so polite and helpful. Fast, excellent quality, perfect binding, and reasonable pricing. Much preferred over any of the big chains and I plan to return regularly.