Business Details
44 Years
experience
Custom Sign Solutions for Businesses in Lombard, IL
Olympic Signs has been a trusted name in the signage industry since our founding in 1982. What began as a small operation in a two-car garage has grown into a 30,000-square-foot facility in Lombard, Illinois, serving clients across the United States. Our journey reflects a commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, with a team that brings decades of combined experience to every project. We specialize in creating custom signage solutions that help businesses stand out through innovative design, precision fabrication, and professional installation. Our expertise spans exterior and interior signage, electronic message centers, ADA-compliant signs, and national program rollouts.With a focus on understanding client needs and leveraging the latest technology, we deliver signage that enhances brand visibility and communicates effectively. Our dedication to excellence is evident in every project, from initial consultation to final installation, ensuring clients receive solutions that meet both aesthetic and functional requirements. We maintain a strong reputation for reliability, having supported businesses in financial services, healthcare, real estate, and transportation sectors. Our team's technical proficiency and creative vision continue to drive our success, making us a preferred partner for businesses seeking impactful signage solutions.
Services
Sign Design
Sign Fabrication
Sign Installation
Sign Maintenance
Sign Permit Approval
National Program Rollouts
Project Management
Electronic Message Centers
ADA Signs
Channel Letters
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in the signage industry.
- Our team provides full-service sign solutions from design to installation.
- We handle projects with professional and timely execution.
- We serve diverse industries including financial services and healthcare.
- Our expertise includes national program rollouts and multi-location projects.
Services
Sign Design
Our sign design service transforms client concepts into functional, visually striking signage. Our designers combine creative vision with technical expertise in lighting and manufacturing to create custom solutions that align with brand identity. We work closely with clients to develop concepts that maximize visibility and communicate effectively, ensuring each design balances aesthetics with practical installation requirements.
Sign Fabrication
We offer comprehensive sign fabrication using high-quality materials tailored to client specifications. Our fabrication process incorporates both traditional craftsmanship and modern technology to produce durable, visually appealing signs. From initial material selection to final quality checks, our team ensures every fabricated sign meets exacting standards for durability, functionality, and visual impact across both interior and exterior applications.
Sign Installation
Our installation service ensures precise, code-compliant sign placement by trained professionals. We handle all aspects from site preparation to final mounting, using specialized equipment and safety protocols. Our team coordinates with local authorities to ensure compliance with municipal regulations, delivering efficient installations that minimize business disruption while guaranteeing long-term sign performance and structural integrity.
Sign Maintenance & Repair
We provide comprehensive maintenance and repair services for all sign types, including LED, neon, and traditional lighting systems. Our technicians offer prompt diagnostics and repairs using fully equipped service vehicles, ensuring minimal downtime. We offer both reactive repairs and preventive maintenance contracts, maintaining signs installed by us or other providers with equal expertise and attention to detail.
Sign Permit Approval
Our permit approval service navigates complex municipal regulations to ensure compliant sign installations. We analyze local ordinances, prepare required documentation, and coordinate with authorities to secure necessary permits. This service covers standard and specialized variances, streamlining the approval process for businesses while ensuring all installations meet legal requirements and avoid costly delays.
People
Rob Whitehead
Co-Founder
Rob Whitehead co-founded Olympic Signs in 1980, starting operations from a two-car garage. With limited resources but strong belief in quality craftsmanship, he helped grow the company into a 30,000-square-foot facility serving national clients while maintaining commitment to customer satisfaction.
Bill Pyter
Co-Founder
Bill Pyter co-founded Olympic Signs in 1980, working alongside Rob Whitehead to build the company from a small garage operation. His vision and dedication contributed to expanding capabilities and establishing the company's reputation for quality signage solutions across multiple industries nationwide.
Questions
What types of signs do you create?
We create channel letters, ADA signs, blade signs, electronic message centers, interior signage, and monument/ground signs for businesses across various industries.
Do you offer financing options for signs?
Yes, we offer financing options starting at $99/month with tax-deductible payments and no impact on existing credit lines for business owners.
Can you handle national sign projects?
We specialize in national program rollouts, managing multi-location sign projects with proprietary tracking software and experienced installation teams across the United States.
Do you assist with sign permits?
Yes, we handle permit approvals nationwide, analyzing municipal codes and securing necessary variances to ensure compliant sign installations in all jurisdictions.
What service areas do you cover?
We serve businesses in Chicago, SE Wisconsin, NW Indiana, and provide nationwide sign solutions including design, installation, and maintenance services.
What maintenance services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive sign maintenance and repair services for LED, neon, and traditional lighting systems with 24/7 emergency repair availability.
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