Custom Signs that Build Visibility & Show Off Your Brand
To the SignFreaks team, your business sign isn’t simply a label: it’s a landmark that introduces you to customers and the world. We are Chicago’s leading custom signs company for businesses and organizations. We are passionate about bringing bold ideas to life with signage that reflects your brand identity, location, and audience.
Whether you’re rooted in Lakeview or catching foot traffic in Wicker Park, our signs are not designed to blend in—they build brands, spark conversations, and stand out in a way that makes the community take notice.
Want expert insights about sign options for your business? Let’s have a conversation: book a call with our sign consultants today, and we’ll share details about the types of signs that align with your needs.
The Signs We Manufacture
Channel Letters
Channel Letters
Awnings
Awnings
Canopies
Canopies
Sign Boards
Sign Boards
Blade Signs
Blade Signs
Lightbox Signs
Lightbox Signs
Acrylic Signs
Acrylic Signs
CNC Router Signs
CNC Router Signs
Pylon Signs
Pylon Signs
Looking for Signs that Showcase Your Brand?
We make custom signs in Chicago that create an impact and show off your brand to viewers and customers. Talk with us to learn more.
Custom Signs that Build Your Brand & Boost Customer Awareness
From storefronts to skylines and every space in between, we cover it all.
We don’t just print your logo on metal and call the job done—at SignFreaks, we design, craft, and install high-impact customized signage solutions that make your business the center of attention. Whether it’s custom retail signage, outdoor banners, lightbox displays, awnings, or channel letters, our experts design each piece for maximum visibility and lasting impact.
Whether launching a new business or refreshing your look, our custom-made signage ensures you stand out from the noise—that’s a promise, rain, snow, or shine!
Trusted Partner for Your Chicago Business Sign Needs
SignFreaks delivers high-impact custom signs in Chicago, IL. We help businesses stand out with eye-catching professional signs for boutiques, durable lightbox signs that spotlight restaurants, and canopies, banners, and monument signs for businesses all around the Chicagoland area. We design, fabricate, and install all custom sign types in-house, including channel letter signs for national chains, awnings for cafés and salons, and enclosures for storefronts.
Look around the city and you’ll see: we create custom signage that makes an impact, is designed to support brand growth, and is built to withstand time and the elements.
Our Clients
Our Sign Types & Services
Everything You Need to Know About Custom Signs in Chicago
Custom signs serve multiple purposes, including brand visibility, wayfinding, compliance, promotions, and decoration. In Chicago, we design signage for retail storefronts, corporate buildings, medical facilities, restaurants, and large commercial developments—all tailored to the brand’s intent.
A great sign starts with clear business goals—whether it’s driving foot traffic, building trust, or meeting city codes. SignFreaks conducts on-site surveys and digital renderings to ensure your signage is strategically designed for visibility, audience engagement, and compliance.
We offer a wide range of premium materials, including vinyl, acrylic, aluminum, copper, composite metals, and high-impact plastics. Our team helps you select the best combination of durability, finish, and cost-effectiveness, ensuring your signage withstands Chicago’s climate and meets your particular business needs while maintaining its impact.
Chicago businesses often choose from a range of custom signs, including channel letters, blade signs, lightbox signs, and vinyl graphics. The best option depends on your location, storefront size, and brand goals. For high-traffic urban areas like downtown Chicago, illuminated signs and projecting blade signs deliver maximum visibility and impact.
At SignFreaks, the full process—from design consultation to installation—typically takes 2 to 4 weeks, depending on the sign type and permit requirements in the City of Chicago. We handle everything in-house, including site surveys, city permits, fabrication, and expert installation.
Yes, most custom exterior signs in Chicago—such as wall signs, pylon signs, and illuminated signage—require permits to comply with local zoning and building codes. As a licensed sign contractor in Chicago, SignFreaks takes care of all paperwork and ensures full compliance.
The Areas We Serve
River North
Fulton Market
Lincoln Park
Oak Brook
Naperville
Orland park
and many more…