Florida Sign FAQ – Permits, Design & Installation
This Florida Sign FAQ is your quick guide to permits, design rules, installation timelines, and durable materials for Florida businesses. If you’re wondering what files to send, how long a project takes, or whether your sign needs engineering and permits, you’re in the right place. Below, Nimzy and Antzy walk through the most common Florida sign FAQ questions we hear from restaurants, HOAs, RV parks, boutiques, churches, and contractors.
For examples of our work, visit our custom sign projects portfolio or browse the Shop custom signs in Florida page. When you’re ready, you can also request a custom quote and we’ll walk you through the next steps.
Top Florida Sign FAQ Questions We Hear All the Time
📄 What file types should I upload for my design?
Nimzy: “Vector files work best — AI, EPS, SVG, or high-resolution PDFs.”
Antzy: “No Word docs. No potato photos. This ain’t 2004.”
🌴 What materials last longest in Florida’s weather?
Nimzy: “Polymetal, HDU, marine-coated PVC, and aluminum — all great for heat and humidity.”
Antzy: “We don’t build signs that curl like tacos in the sun.”
For flat-panel signs, check out our
Polymetal signs
and PVC signs.
📐 Do I need a permit for my sign?
Nimzy: “For most outdoor signs — yes. Especially monuments, pole signs, and anything over 32 sq ft.”
Antzy: “If it has bolts or electricity, call the city before the city calls you.”
Many rules are based on the
Florida Building Code, so we always check your local requirements before fabrication.
⏱️ How long does a typical sign project take?
Nimzy: “Most signs take 5–10 business days after artwork approval. Larger monuments and projects that need permits or engineering can take several weeks.”
Antzy: “Unless you email us 18 times with changes. Then… add two weeks.”
💳 What payment methods do you accept?
Nimzy: “Credit cards, ACH, crypto, PayPal, and SkyMiner Tokens.”
Antzy: “Also moss and bottle caps. (Kidding. Sort of.)”
🚚 Do you install signs too?
Nimzy: “Yes! Full-service installs across Florida — including electrical, foundations, and mounting.”
Antzy: “No duct tape. No ladders from Home Depot. We do it right.”
📦 Can I order signs if I’m outside Florida?
Nimzy: “Definitely! We ship flat signs, banners, decals, and printed material nationwide.”
Antzy: “Teleportation not included.”
🧲 What makes your signs better than the competition?
Nimzy: “Materials, craftsmanship, creative design, and proven results. We build for Florida sun, storms, and long-term readability.”
Antzy: “We don’t slap vinyl on plywood and call it a day.”
📋 Can you work with HOAs, developers, or contractors?
Nimzy: “Yes — we specialize in working with HOA boards, property managers, and GCs.”
Antzy: “We speak fluent ‘compliance,’ so you don’t have to.”
See our
HOA & builders signage and
RV park sign pages for real-world examples.
🎮 What are SkyMiner Tokens?
Nimzy: “Our reward system — you can earn tokens for purchases, reviews, and even certain interactions with our Florida Sign FAQ chatbot.”
Antzy: “Yup. It’s like frequent flyer miles but cooler and with less turbulence.”
🆘 What if I’m stuck or confused about the process?
Nimzy: “Call, email, or use the chatbot. We’re here to help, not confuse.”
Antzy: “Even I’ll help… once I’m done sipping interstellar tea.”
Start by sending us a message or
visiting the Shop custom signs Florida page
to choose a starting point.
Need Help Beyond This Florida Sign FAQ?
If your situation is a little more complex — multi-tenant plazas, monument signs with lighting, or complete rebranding — this Florida Sign FAQ is just the starting point. Share your project details on our Contact page or send artwork files directly and we’ll map out permits, engineering, and installation for you.
Skywatch Signs designs and builds custom signage for restaurants, HOAs, RV parks, retail stores, churches, schools, and professional offices throughout Central Florida. From the first sketch to final installation, our job is to make the sign process clear, compliant, and actually fun — with Nimzy and Antzy along for the ride.
📄 What file types should I upload for my design?
Nimzy: “Vector files work best — AI, EPS, SVG, or high-resolution PDFs.”
Antzy: “No Word docs. No potato photos. This ain’t 2004.”
🌴 What materials last longest in Florida’s weather?
Nimzy: “Polymetal, HDU, marine-coated PVC, and aluminum — all great for heat and humidity.”
Antzy: “We don’t build signs that curl like tacos in the sun.”
📐 Do I need a permit for my sign?
Nimzy: “For most outdoor signs — yes. Especially monuments and anything over 32 sq ft.”
Antzy: “If it has bolts or electricity, call the city before the city calls you.”
⏱️ How long does a typical sign project take?
Nimzy: “Most signs take 5–10 business days after approval. Larger installs may take longer.”
Antzy: “Unless you email us 18 times with changes. Then… add two weeks.”
💳 What payment methods do you accept?
Nimzy: “Credit cards, ACH, crypto, PayPal, and SkyMiner Tokens.”
Antzy: “Also moss and bottle caps. (Kidding. Sort of.)”
🚚 Do you install signs too?
Nimzy: “Yes! Full-service installs across Florida — including electrical, foundation, and mounting.”
Antzy: “No duct tape. No ladders from Home Depot. We do it right.”
📦 Can I order signs if I’m outside Florida?
Nimzy: “Definitely! We ship flat signs, banners, decals, and printed material nationwide.”
Antzy: “Teleportation not included.”
🧲 What makes your signs better than the competition?
Nimzy: “Materials, craftsmanship, creative design, and proven results.”
Antzy: “We don’t slap vinyl on plywood and call it a day.”
📋 Can you work with HOAs, developers, or contractors?
Nimzy: “Yes — we specialize in working with HOA boards, property managers, and GCs.”
Antzy: “We speak fluent ‘compliance,’ so you don’t have to.”
🎮 What are SkyMiner Tokens?
Nimzy: “Our reward system — you earn tokens for purchases, reviews, even interactions!”
Antzy: “Yup. It’s like frequent flyer miles but cooler and with less turbulence.”
🆘 What if I’m stuck or confused about the process?
Nimzy: “Call, email, or use the chatbot. We’re here to help, not confuse.”
Antzy: “Even I’ll help… once I’m done sipping interstellar tea.”