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Site Survey

The exterior of a building under construction with a green sign that says "Future Home of Faccia's Chocolates." The building has brick and metal siding with some construction materials and dirt in front.

A sign should be measured and planned before it’s built—so you don’t get surprises at install. Our site survey confirms dimensions, placement, mounting surfaces, access, and requirements (including electrical considerations for illuminated signs). Connecticut Signcraft has been doing commercial signage since 1977, with in-house fabrication and installation support.

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What a Site Survey Includes

A site survey is about confirming real conditions—not guessing from a screenshot.

Typical checks include:

• Field measurements (sign area, elevations, clearances)

• Visibility review (viewing distance, traffic speed, sightlines)

• Mounting surface assessment (material, condition, flatness)

• Installation access needs (lift/bucket access, obstructions, height)

• Electrical considerations for illuminated signage (power location and routing)

• Photo documentation and notes to prevent surprises

• Review of landlord/town criteria when provided

When You Need a Site Survey

Not every job requires a full survey, but many do—especially when the install conditions can change the plan.

A site survey is commonly needed for:

• New sign installations

• Illuminated signs (channel letters, cabinet signs)

• Monument / post signs and property entrances

• Multi-tenant plazas with landlord sign standards

• Rebrands/tenant changes where existing conditions are unknown

• Sites with height/access constraints or tricky mounting surfaces

What You Get

The goal is a cleaner build and a smoother install.

Deliverables typically include:

• Confirmed measurements and placement notes

• Installation approach notes (mounting method, access constraints)

• Electrical notes where relevant (illuminated signage)

• Photo documentation

• Recommendations that prevent delays, rework, and change orders

Common Issues We Catch Early

This is why surveying matters—because these problems show up at install time if nobody checks first:

• Sign area smaller than expected

• Power access not where it was assumed to be

• Landlord criteria conflicts (size, placement, illumination)

• Mounting surface issues (uneven, damaged, unsuitable substrate)

• Access/lift constraints that affect scheduling and cost

• Obstructions (awnings, lighting, conduits, architectural features)

Catching these early keeps the job cleaner and the timeline more predictable.

Sign Types We Build

Illuminated sign for Spartan, established 1977, on a brick building at night.

Channel Letters

Cabinet Box Signs

Sign for Blackhawk Country Club on a stone wall with trees and parked cars in the background.

Monument Signs

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Vehicle Graphics

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Signs By Industry

Exterior view of a supermarket with a sign reading "Better Valu Supermarkets," large glass windows, a red ladder leaning against the building, and parking spaces in front.

Retail

Nardelli's grinder shoppe storefront with a large sign, pink umbrellas outside, and a glass door with an illuminated 'OPEN' sign.

Restaurants

Exterior view of Trinity Health of New England hospital, with signs indicating Saint Mary's Hospital and urgent care services, against a clear blue sky.

Healthcare

Sign for the Cheshire Fire Department with a flower bed in front, located on a green lawn in a residential neighborhood with trees and houses in the background.

Municipal

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Need a quote for a new sign or graphics?

If you’re planning a new sign, replacing an old one, or exploring options for your business, we’d be glad to help. Connecticut Signcraft can review your needs, answer questions, and provide a clear bid for the work you’re considering.