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Do You Need Custom ADA Signs for a Renovation or New Build in 2026? Here’s What to Know

The best time to consider ADA signage requirements is during construction. The second-best time? Today. While not every team integrates ADA into their plans from the start, the earlier you do, the more you reduce rework, keep inspections smooth, and avoid the costly ripple effects of last‑minute changes. According to PlanRadar’s 2025 report on construction rework, fixing mistakes consumes 5–10% of total project costs, and sometimes far more. Design-related errors, such as omissions or late changes, are among the most persistent drivers of rework.  The Project Management Institute also reports that incomplete early planning increases cost overruns by 5% to even 11% in some cases. ADA signage may seem like a small line item, but when delayed, it becomes one

Common Mistakes in Interior Signage — And How to Avoid Them Going Into the New Year

Are your signs slowing down your project without you realizing it? Teams missing deadlines, overlooking ADA compliance, choosing materials that fail fast, scattering inconsistent branding, or overloading spaces with messy wayfinding are the five most common interior signage mistakes, and they cost teams far more time and money than they expect. Interior signage mistakes drain bandwidth, inflate budgets, trigger ADA penalties, confuse customers, and quietly erode brand trust. The good news? Every one of these issues is preventable.  Addressing before the new year begins keeps your project on schedule, eliminates reprints, and ensures your signage looks sharp, cohesive, and compliant from day one. Here are the most common mistakes we see in the sign industry, along with the exact steps

A Peek Ahead to 2022

While we don’t have a handy Magic 8 ball able to reliably predict the future, it hasn’t stopped us from making some educated guesses about next year’s signage industry trends. They include: Minimalism in design. We’ll continue to see signs focused on clean, crisp images that evoke elegance. Improved sustainability. As more companies embrace ESG (environmental, social, and governance) policies, they’re incorporating eco-friendly initiatives into their buildings, including signage construction, materials, and power. One of Metro’s recent clients, TÜV SÜD—a Germany-based company offering safety, security, and sustainability solutions—opted to use an innovative wall sign for its U.S. headquarters, for example. Metro’s partner, CityScapes, recommended the preserved moss material featured in the sign. Initially, the clients asked to use real wood

20 Event Signage Ideas to Improve the Attendee Experience

Event signage doesn’t have to be utilitarian to be helpful. Here’s five creative ideas to use signs to enhance the attendee experience.

Apartment Branding: Everything You Need to Know

Find out what it takes for your brand to be recognized and remembered with our comprehensive guide to apartment branding.

StackPath

 All businesses involved in service and repair should offer maintenance agreements. Well-designed agreements benefit everyone — customers and the company itself. Customers receive the preventive maintenance they need. The service agreement maintains warranties’ validity. Companies with solid service and maintenance agreements benefit from strengthened customer relationships. Read the full article at: www.contractingbusiness.com

Life Cycle of a Sign

LED retro-fit, custom, less energy

You need new signage for your business and made room in your budget for the project. Great! But… now what? It’s easy enough to type up and tape a sign on a door, or order a stopgap banner to hang, but that’s hardly professional or durable. The Design Phase So what now? Well, you’ve probably got an idea of the design — incorporating your company’s colors and logo, for example. But then what? Easy! You talk to our experienced sales professionals. They’ll prepare budgetary pricing guidelines and then collaborate with you to create a sign that: Maximizes its advertising ROI and aesthetic potential Focuses attention on your business Supports your company’s goals and brand Choosing the Best Material Once you’ve

A Guide to Freestanding Signs for Your Business

Freestanding signs are a great way to inform your customers and promote your business. But with all the different types of signs available, it can be hard to find the right sign for your needs. We are here to help. Read on to learn more about the different types as well as all the benefits freestanding signs have to offer. Visit Our Portfolio to see examples of the various types of freestanding signs. Pylon Signs Pylon signs are freestanding outdoor signs mounted on a single or double pole. Due to their height that can be seen from greater distances than other freestanding signs. Depending on their placement, single or double-sided signs are available, along with extra features such as illumination.

The Massport Sign at the Braintree Split: Delivered with Speedy Professionalism

Three major highways — Interstate 93, U.S. Route 1, and Route 3 — converge at the Braintree Split. Just 10 miles south of Boston’s Logan International Airport, it’s also home to Massport’s Logan Express, a shuttle bus with a commuter parking lot: The Logan Express Park & Fly. Until recently, however, the sign that advertised this commuter lot badly needed replacing. Rusted and broken, with burnt-out bulbs, the old sign did nothing to call attention to this critical business.  The refurbishment of this high profile sign was a key objective of Massport’s CEO, Lisa Wieland. The Project Management team from Edward Paige Corp reached out to Metro Sign in early March with a request for proposal (RFP). Within a week, Metro’s

9 Common Signage Mistakes to Avoid

You have have a lot to think about when starting a business: business name, domain name, logo design, website design, business cards and more. Around 2 months ago I began looking for an office. I found the perfect location. One thing that I’ve never dealt with is a business sign. I […]

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