Understanding DIY LED Sign Installation Options
When you choose a DIY installation for your LED sign, the process may seem overwhelming at first. Every site is unique, and every sign is customized. But here’s the good news: most installations fall into just three main categories — mounted on poles, attached to a wall, or integrated into a monument base.
Even if your project looks different, it will likely be a variation of one of these standard approaches. That means you can use our engineered drawings and guidelines as a reliable reference, then adapt them as needed with your contractor.
What’s Included with Your Sign
Every LED Sign City order includes:
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The LED sign cabinet and controller.
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Engineered drawings showing cabinet dimensions, module layout, and mounting details.
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Basic mounting hardware for securing the cabinet to your fabricated structure.
What You Provide
Because every installation site is unique, certain items are always customer responsibilities in DIY installations:
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Structural supports such as poles, brackets, or masonry bases.
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Concrete footings poured to meet minimum guidelines and local code.
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Fabricated framing to attach your LED sign securely.
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Certified electrician services for final power hookup (not included in the sign price).
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All permitting and city fees, including applications, reviews, and approvals.
The Three Main Installation Styles
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Pole-Mounted Signs
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The most common installation style.
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Single or double poles anchored in concrete footings.
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Ideal for roadside visibility and larger LED cabinets.
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Wall-Mounted Signs
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Best for storefronts or buildings with high-visibility walls.
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Requires reinforced structure and proper sealing against weather.
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Mounts directly to the building using brackets and thru-bolts.
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Monument / Base-Mounted Signs
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Low-profile installs often integrated with masonry or decorative bases.
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Footings and framing provided locally; the LED cabinet mounts to the structure.
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Common for churches, schools, and hospitals.
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Using Engineered Drawings as a Guide
We provide minimum guidelines for footing depth, steel size, and mounting requirements. These drawings are meant as a reference only. Your final installation must always follow local codes, engineer approval, and inspection requirements.
The Bottom Line
Whether you’re installing on poles, a wall, or a monument, your project will follow one of these familiar paths. By starting with engineered drawings and partnering with local contractors, you’ll have everything you need to complete a safe, reliable installation that lasts for years.
Our One Price Guarantee
At LED Sign City, every customer receives our One Price Guarantee:
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Best price upfront — no haggling or hidden fees.
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Transparent pricing — everything except tax.
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No shipping charges.
And with clear engineered drawings, reference documentation, and three proven installation styles, we make DIY installation as straightforward as possible.