Business Details
6 Years
experience
California's Premier School Signage Provider
Quiel Signs was founded in 2020 with a renewed focus on serving California's educational institutions through innovative signage solutions. Our team specializes in designing and delivering vibrant LED marquee signs that enhance school communication and visibility. With hundreds of installations across California school districts since our inception, we pride ourselves on providing turnkey services from design to long-term maintenance.As a California-certified small business, we leverage partnerships with trusted manufacturers like Optec Displays to offer cost-effective solutions through established procurement contracts. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our CMAS certifications, DSA approvals, and comprehensive customer care programs that ensure lasting value for schools and districts.
Services
LED marquee signs
DSA approved signs
Scoreboard displays
Sign retrofits
Monument signs
Wall-mounted signs
Details
- Year established: 2020
Highlights and features
- We offer California-based design and installation teams for all project phases
- Our LED signs are available through established procurement contracts like CMAS and GSA
- We maintain California Small Business Public Works certification with CSLB licensing
- Our partnership with Optec Displays ensures quality LED technology and local support
- We provide comprehensive customer care programs for existing signage assets
Associations and certifications
- CMAS
- DSA PC approvals
- CSLB
What people say
Hundreds of school signs installed
Customer-care programs
Certified and trusted
Help your school shine
California-based expertise
Services
LED marquee signs
Our LED marquee signs provide dynamic communication solutions for schools. These high-visibility displays allow real-time updates of announcements, events, and achievements. Customizable designs ensure optimal readability from multiple vantage points, helping schools maintain consistent community engagement through modern, energy-efficient technology.
DSA approved signs
We specialize in Department of State Architect (DSA) approved signage solutions for California schools. Our pre-approved designs meet strict regulatory requirements for accessibility and safety. This certification streamlines procurement processes while ensuring schools receive durable, code-compliant signage that enhances campus navigation and information dissemination.
Scoreboard displays
Our scoreboard displays combine functionality with visual impact for school athletic facilities. These LED systems provide clear score tracking, game statistics, and multimedia capabilities. Designed for outdoor visibility, they feature weather-resistant construction and easy-to-use control interfaces for staff and students.
Sign retrofits
We offer retrofit solutions that modernize existing signage infrastructure. This cost-effective approach preserves structural components while updating displays with energy-efficient LED technology. Retrofits reduce waste and extend sign lifespan while improving visibility and functionality through contemporary digital components.
Monument signs
Custom monument signs create lasting first impressions for school campuses. Our designs integrate durable materials with illuminated elements for 24/7 visibility. These freestanding structures combine aesthetic appeal with practical information display, reinforcing school branding while meeting local zoning requirements.
People
David Coronado
Project Leader
David Coronado brings extensive sign industry experience to Quiel Signs. With over 15 years in educational signage solutions, he oversees project execution from design to installation. His expertise ensures clients receive practical, code-compliant signage that meets both functional needs and budgetary constraints.
Terry Pratt
Co-Owner
Terry Pratt co-founded Quiel Signs in 2020 with a vision for specialized educational signage. His leadership focuses on operational excellence and strategic partnerships. With prior experience in sign manufacturing, he ensures technical quality and timely delivery of all projects across California's diverse educational landscape.
Tyler Pratt
Project Leader
Tyler Pratt manages client relationships and project coordination at Quiel Signs. His background in educational facility management informs practical sign design solutions. He specializes in navigating procurement contracts and ensuring seamless implementation of signage systems for school districts.
Questions
What types of school signs do you specialize in?
We specialize in LED marquee signs, DSA-approved signage, scoreboards, monument signs, and sign retrofits specifically designed for California educational institutions.
Are your signs compliant with California regulations?
Yes, we maintain DSA PC approvals and meet all California state requirements for school signage accessibility and safety standards.
How does your turnkey sign service work?
Our process includes design consultation, procurement assistance, professional installation, software training, and long-term maintenance programs for complete signage solutions.
Do you offer financing options for school districts?
We work through established procurement contracts like CMAS and GSA to provide cost-effective solutions without requiring separate financing arrangements.
Can you service existing school signs?
Yes, our customer-care programs include maintenance and retrofit services for existing signage systems regardless of original manufacturer.
Reviews (3)
Serenity Doak
Dec 29, 2018
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They can make just about any sign you like and will work with your budget. If you have a grand opening, they'll juggle to meet your deadlines. 👍
Stephen M.
Mar 18, 2016
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Our firm has been using Quiel Signs since 2001 and we recommend them highly. They have great customer service, an excellent design and graphic arts department, and their work is very high quality, all at a reasonable price. A+
Patty B.
Sep 04, 2015
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I contacted Quiel Signs to create and install six signs in our Municipal Office. They did a great job! Design team was able to create exactly what I wanted. Customer service was great also! I worked with Dana and she was in consent contact with me to ensure my needs were met.
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