Installing an Outdoor Neon Sign

We now offer Outdoor Neon Signs with our standard sign designs, as well as custom neon signs.  Outdoor signs come in an aluminum outdoor casing to stand up to the harsh elements. The case also comes with a clear plastic cover to protect the glasswork. All of our Outdoor Signs have a U.L.2161 listed power supply to be hardwire. There are a couple of ways to install outdoor signs. You can hire an electrician which we recommend, or you can do it yourself. The benefits of installing your own outdoor sign is a reduction in cost. You'll also receive the satisfaction in doing it yourself.  However, some states such as Michigan require outdoor neon signs be install by a licensed Sign Specialist. Check with your local building department. They can inform you about the local regulations and direct you to the proper official to obtain a sign permit.

Tax Neon Signs for Year End

Tax season will soon be upon us and a bright neon sign can make all the different in attracting new clients. Your clients need to know you are open and ready to prepare their tax returns. Neon signs are time tested and one of the most cost effective methods of advertising. With all the competition from H&R Block to Jackson Hewitt to the small tax preparer, making sure your tax sign draws attention should be your highest priority.

Fire House Neon Signs excels at making neon tax signs. Accountants know that good signage can make the difference for a business having a profitable year end or being in the red. Our stock tax signs are not really meant to branding your company as much as they are to attracting attention. We are confident you will find a neon sign that works well to promote you unique tax services.

Don't be Left Out in the Cold.

Before purchasing an LED sign, check with you local building department to make sure you will not break any city ordinance or zoning policies in your preferred location. Also consider your LED sign requirements and compare them to sign regulations set by your local government. Many communities set restrictions on the size and appearance of signs.You can find out how property is zoned by contacting your local building department, or use the state and local search engine to find if your city or county has zoning ordinances online. If you need any assistance, LED Sign Authority can help you select the right sign for your location. Here are a few questions you may want to ask your local building department:

• How many square feet of signage is allowed?
• Is there a minimum or maximum height restriction? What is it?
• Are there set back requirements? Minimum distance from the roadway or sidewalk?
• Are you allowed an LED Moving Message Sign? Can it move and scroll, or must it stay static?
• Can anyone pull a permit or is a license necessary?
• Can your organization install the sign themselves or is a Sign Specialist required?

If you need asssitance in for assistance in interpreting your local municipal sign codes and regulations please call or email LED Sign Authority. We are here to help.

Motor City New Year's Eve - The Drop

The star of the first annual The Drop has gone. The 6 foot tall script neon D used in the inaugural edition has been replaced this year by an 8-foot tall red D using the same font as a local radio station.

The Drop, now in its second year, will turn the Compuware Atrium and Hard Rock Cafe into a destination for revelers on New Year's Eve, with food, drink, music, and dancing, in addition to dropping the D.

“The Drop was originally inspired by the core team last year with the desire to create a new tradition for Metro Detroiter’s to enjoy on New Year’s Eve,” Matthew Severson, the founder and president of Stockbridge-based Fire House Neon, created the original "D" in neon that was dropped for the first time at midnight 2011. He was originally asked to create an Old English style D for the drop until he got cease-and-desist call from the Ilitch family, which owns the Detroit Tigers. When presented with 2 pages of MLB copyright protected Old English style D's, organizers decided to reconstruct a simple script style D on the fly.

Christmas Sale-A-Rama

Dear Friends,

Christmas will be here in a little over 3 WEEKS! Catch your breath…don’t panic! We can help you! If you didn’t take advantage of our Early Bird Holiday Sales, don’t worry, we’ve got it here, PLUS some EXTRA GOODIES!

Listen, nothing is more wonderful than seeing the smiles after a loved one opens your gift. Why not give a gift that can last lietime and save yourself some big time money this year? 

Our holiday deals include–

Click on each of the items to get all the savings

Select Neon Bar Signs 10% OFF.

Neon Clocks 10% OFF.

10% OFF Neon Sculptures.

Click here and let the holiday savings begin!

Guaranteed Christmas Delivery

If you still have not picked the perfect gift for your husband, son or family member, don’t worry its not too late. Firehouseneon.com offers Guaranteed Christmas Delivery on its custom neon signs until December 5th. All you need is to select and order the custom neon sign of your choice sitting in the comfort of your home. In fact shopping has never been so easy. Give your loved a very personal gift. A hand craftered neon sign for your husbands man cave. You can get a neon sign within your budget. Surprise your husband with a neon bar sign or personalized tavern sign. We assure a prompt and Guaranteed Christmas Delivery. So let’s start shopping.

Neon Marquee Signs Make a Comeback

We often hear about the death of neon advertising. Yet neon signs have been making a comeback in the last 10 years or so. Cities have begun to embrassed the restoration of their old landmark neon marquee signs in an attempt to re-juvinate barrn downtowns. Neon marquee signs have begun to illuminate the streets and as the saying goes "bright lights...big city!". Detroit has sprouted neon marquees in parts of the city that haven't seen this art form for decades. The Fox Theater was restored to it former glory in the late 80's. Some new comers on the block include the Greektown Casino, the Trapper's Alley watertower, the Hockeytown cafe, and the retro sign at the newly reopened Gem Theatre just to name a few.

In Scottsville Michigan, the neon marquee on the old Star Theater has been renovated to its former glory, even though the building itself no longer houses a theater and is a facade for a business.