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When it comes to this matter, there are 2 aspects you must know before doing any signs service. First, know what is the optimal schedule to take care of your signs. Just keeping some basic housekeeping habits will make your signs last longer. Second, learn to identify symptoms of sign’s wear and tear. This will allow you to decide if it is something you need to do, or if it’s time to call a professional.

Refacing, lighting-led conversion, sign refurbishing, repainting, or electrical repairs are interventions that should be left to professionals. but in this article, you will find everything that’s within your reach to ensure healthy signage on your property.

Basic Housekeeping is Basic Signs Service.

As you may have guessed, the foundation of proper signs service is basic. The same treatment that we give to our furniture and decorations is also what we should give to our signs. Here is a summary of the actions to take:

• Wipe dust and clean seasonally:
  Have a cleaning routine to do periodically. Just wiping dust away is enough for weekly cleaning. But every 2 to 3 months top you should do a deep cleaning. Removing all dirt and residues, while checking for signals of major damage or misfunctions. To do this, use a non-abrasive cotton cloth, a gentle brush for corners and reliefs, and proper soap. Since every sign is different. Ask your provider what is a suitable soap option.
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• While cleaning, take care of:
  – Wet electronic components if it has them.
  – Brushing too hard, taking away paint, design, or braille lettering.
  – Dry properly every part to prevent wear and moisture damage.
  – Washing away all the detergent you use for cleaning.
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• While cleaning, do not:
  – Use scrub brushes or steel wool.
  – Apply strong cleaning detergents.
  – Air dry or leave moisture.
  – Pressure wash or steam clean.
  – Leave detergent to dry on the sign.
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• While exhibiting, watch for:
  The location and conditions; optimal cleaning frequency will be closely related to sign location and area conditions.
  For instance, outside signs are exposed directly to weather and natural corrosive agents, like tree resins, animal droppings, and pollen. Therefore, they are crafted with the most resistant materials, and they require more frequent cleanings.
  On the other hand, the area’s conditions could have a huge impact on sign health. Capital cities’ signs may need more frequent cleaning due to air pollution. Or beachside signs might need sooner a restoration thanks to their high salt concentration environment. Make sure to talk about these details with your sign provider.

How To Know When to Call for A Professional Signs Service

As in any service, there are a lot of situations that we won’t be able to handle. Here’s when we’ll need professional assistance. To learn how to know when to call for a professional you just need to pay attention to the details:

• Have the colors or the shine of your sign faded away?
• Is the Vinyl Sticker Design cracked or peeled?
• There is rust, cracks, holes, or bends on your sign?
• If it’s a lighted sign, its bulbs are flickering, faded, or burned?

If you answer yes to any of these questions. It is time for professional signs service.

And there you have it. Everything you need to know to make sure your signs are being properly maintained. In large part, they are actions that we can incorporate into our routines. But if you still have questions or if you have determined that you need professional service, contact us! We are signs experts and we have free estimates for any type of work.