Business Details
13 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for National Franchise Signage
At Sign Design Lab, our mission is to deliver exceptional turnkey signage solutions for national franchises and chain stores, ensuring quality from concept to creation. Founded in 2013 by industry veterans Patrick McCormick and TJ Butler, our company combines over 50 years of collective experience to provide comprehensive signage services. We specialize in both interior and exterior signage, offering products like digital prints, blade signs, awnings, and architectural signage. Our process includes site surveys, design, corporate and landlord approvals, permitting, fabrication, and professional installation. We maintain strict adherence to brand standards while ensuring compliance with local regulations.With a proprietary system and a network of licensed technicians, we manage over 4,000 projects annually across the United States. Our full-service approach integrates project management, design, and fabrication, ensuring seamless execution for clients like Verizon, Orangetheory Fitness, and Crumbl Cookies. We act as an extension of your brand, saving time and costs through standardized solutions that meet 90% of signage criteria. Our team collaborates with four fabrication facilities in the Western U.S. and employs 25+ certified technicians for timely delivery. Whether handling restrictive locations or nationwide rollouts, we prioritize quality, efficiency, and client satisfaction.
Services
Exterior Signage
Interior Signage
Digital Prints
Blade Signs
Awnings
Freestanding Signage
Architectural Signage
Dimensional Letters
Rebranding Services
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 combined years of experience in the sign industry.
- Our proprietary system streamlines national franchise signage projects.
- We manage 4,000+ projects annually across all 50 states.
- Full-service project management included at competitive national pricing.
- Licensed technicians ensure professional installation and compliance.
Services
Exterior Signage
We design and install illuminated exterior signs including channel letters, box signs, banners, and custom solutions. Our team ensures compliance with local regulations while maintaining brand visibility. Services cover fabrication, permitting, and professional installation for lasting impact.
Interior Signage
Our interior signage solutions include lobby signs, wall graphics, menu boards, and directional signage. We create cohesive designs that enhance customer experience while aligning with corporate branding standards through precise fabrication and installation.
Project Management
We handle complete project lifecycles from site surveys to final installation. Our process includes corporate approvals, landlord coordination, permitting, and quality control across 4,000+ annual projects for national clients.
Freestanding Signage
We fabricate and install freestanding monuments, pylons, and tenant panels. Our solutions meet structural requirements while maximizing visibility for shopping centers and multi-tenant locations through expert engineering and installation.
Rebranding Services
We execute nationwide rebranding initiatives with standardized solutions that satisfy 90% of signage criteria. Our team manages conversions, updates, and custom adaptations while maintaining strict brand consistency across all locations.
People
Patrick McCormick
Co-Founder
With 30 years of sign industry experience, Patrick co-founded Sign Design Lab in 2013. He developed the company's proprietary system for managing national franchise signage projects efficiently and at scale.
TJ Butler
Co-Founder
Bringing 20 years of industry expertise, TJ Butler co-founded Sign Design Lab. He specializes in project management systems that streamline signage processes for major national brands and franchises.
Questions
What types of signage do you specialize in?
We specialize in exterior and interior signage for national franchises, including illuminated signs, dimensional letters, awnings, and freestanding monuments.
Do you handle nationwide projects?
Yes, we manage signage projects across all 50 states with standardized solutions that meet 90% of signage criteria and local regulations.
How does your project management process work?
Our process includes site surveys, design, corporate approvals, permitting, fabrication, and installation, all managed through our proprietary system for efficiency.
Can you handle rebranding initiatives?
We oversee complete brand refreshes and conversions nationwide, maintaining strict brand consistency while adapting to local requirements.
What industries do you serve?
We work with national franchises in retail, restaurants, banking, fitness, and healthcare sectors, including clients like Verizon and Crumbl Cookies.
How do you ensure quality installations?
We employ 25+ licensed technicians and partner with four fabrication facilities in the Western U.S. for professional, compliant installations.
