Pollitt Signs and Graphics
Post & Panel Signs
Durable ground-level signs for offices, medical buildings, and campuses — fabricated in-house and installed by our own licensed crews since 1947.
Since 1947
BBB A+ Rated
Watchfire LED Distributor
Licensed & Insured
Certified Electricians
Post and panel signs are professional ground-level signs mounted on one or two posts — the standard choice for office parks, medical facilities, churches, apartment communities, and any property that needs clear identification at eye level. We fabricate every sign in-house at our Havre de Grace, MD shop in aluminum, PVC, HDU, or wood, so nothing is outsourced. Our in-house permit department prepares and files the zoning approvals and variances that many municipalities across Harford County, Cecil County, and the greater Baltimore/Wilmington region require before a ground sign goes in. If your sign calls for illuminated panels or wired lighting, our licensed electricians handle that work directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much do post and panel signs cost?
- Post and panel signs typically run $800 to $4,000 depending on size, materials, and whether the sign is illuminated. A simple aluminum post and panel sign is one of the most cost-effective commercial sign options; carved HDU or wood panels with more detailed graphics cost more. Permit and variance fees, when a jurisdiction requires them, are separate from fabrication cost — our in-house permit department can tell you what to expect for your specific property.
- What's the difference between a post and panel sign and a monument sign?
- A post and panel sign is a face mounted on one or two exposed posts, set above the ground; a monument sign is a solid, ground-built structure — usually masonry, stone, or a wrapped base — with no visible posts. Post and panel signs generally cost less and install faster, which is why they're the more common choice for office parks, medical buildings, and churches, while monument signs are often chosen for a heavier, more permanent look. We build both and can help you decide which fits your property and budget.
- Do you handle sign permits and zoning approval?
- Yes. Most municipalities in Harford County, Cecil County, and the surrounding Maryland, Delaware, and Pennsylvania region require a permit — and sometimes a variance — before a ground sign can be installed. Pollitt Signs has an in-house permit department that prepares and files these applications for you, so you're not tracking down zoning requirements or code details on your own.
- Can post and panel signs be illuminated?
- Yes. We offer ground-mounted spotlights, internally illuminated panels, and solar-powered lighting options. Our licensed electricians are on staff and handle all wired illumination installations directly — we don't subcontract that work out.
One shop, every step
How We Work
From first sketch to final installation, every step happens under our roof with our people. No subcontractors. No handoffs.
01
Consultation
Free on-site evaluation. We assess your location, discuss your vision, and recommend the right sign for your business.
02
Design
Our designers create custom concepts tailored to your brand. You stay involved at every step until the design is right.
03
Permitting
Our full-time permit department handles all paperwork and local regulations so you don't have to.
04
Fabrication
Every sign is built in our Havre de Grace facility by trained sign-builders. No subcontractors.
05
Installation
Our own crews handle every installation. Licensed electricians on staff for illuminated signs.
06
Service
Maintenance, repair, and refurbishment for the life of your sign. We stand behind our work.
Ready to discuss your post & panel signs project?
We'll visit your site, assess your needs, and provide a free, no-obligation estimate.