Business Details
45 Years
experience
Custom Signs & Hand-Painted Murals in Southern California
Founded in 1981, Big City Signs has established itself as a premier provider of custom signage and hand-painted graphics. Our expertise spans hand-painted murals, environmental graphics, custom signs, and school mascot installations, serving clients across Southern California and beyond. With decades of experience, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern technology to deliver high-quality, durable solutions tailored to each client's unique needs. Our team of licensed professionals works closely with schools, corporations, and retail establishments to create visually striking signage that enhances brand identity and space aesthetics.We maintain DIR registration and prioritize personalized service, ensuring every project meets exact specifications while adhering to industry standards. Our commitment to excellence is evidenced by long-standing client relationships and numerous testimonials praising our attention to detail, timely execution, and transformative results.
Services
Custom Signs
Hand-Painted Murals
School Mascot Graphics
Vehicle Wraps
ADA-Compliant Signage
Monument Signs
Wall Wraps
Ghost Sign Restoration
Environmental Graphics
Award Plaques
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialized sign-making experience since 1981
- Our team combines traditional craftsmanship with modern technology
- Licensed California contractor with DIR registration #1000038153
- Specialized in school mascot murals and award signage installations
- Direct owner involvement ensures personalized service for every project
What people say
Amazing work
Pleased with quality
Professional service
Transformative results
Quick turnaround
Services
Hand-Painted Murals
Creating hand-painted murals since 1981 using traditional techniques combined with modern technology. Our murals transform educational and commercial spaces with durable, visually striking designs that enhance school spirit and brand identity. Each project receives direct owner oversight to ensure artistic excellence and client satisfaction.
School Mascot Graphics
Specializing in school mascot installations and gym graphics since 1981. Our DIR-registered team creates award-winning designs that boost school pride while meeting educational facility standards. Projects include complete mascot packages with coordinating graphics and award signage for public and private institutions.
Custom Signage
Offering comprehensive custom sign solutions since 1981, including dimensional letters, monument signs, and ADA-compliant signage. Our licensed contractors combine traditional craftsmanship with digital technology to create durable, code-compliant signs for commercial, retail, and institutional clients across Southern California.
Vehicle Wraps
Providing custom vehicle graphics and wraps that transform mobile assets into marketing tools. Our digitally printed wraps use high-quality materials for durability while maintaining vibrant visuals. Services include full wraps, partial graphics, and custom designs that align with brand identity requirements.
Environmental Graphics
Creating immersive environmental graphics that enhance spatial aesthetics and wayfinding. Our solutions include hand-painted wall graphics, directional signage, and branded environments that transform commercial and educational spaces. Each installation uses durable materials suited to high-traffic areas while maintaining artistic integrity.
People
Paul Borne
President & Graphics Painter
Founder with 40+ years of sign-making experience since 1981. Former Disneyland sign shop artist who blends traditional techniques with modern technology. Directly oversees all projects to ensure quality execution.
Marilyn Borne
Artist
Accomplished artist and illustrator with extensive experience in mural design and execution. Contributes creative expertise to hand-painted graphics and custom signage projects.
Questions
What services does Big City Signs offer?
We provide custom signage, hand-painted murals, school mascots, vehicle wraps, ADA-compliant signs, and environmental graphics using traditional techniques combined with modern technology.
Do you work with educational institutions?
Yes, we specialize in school projects including mascot graphics, gym murals, and award signage for public and private institutions since 1981.
Are you licensed for California projects?
We hold California State Contractor License #936391 and DIR Registration #1000038153 for institutional and public works projects.
What areas do you serve?
Based in Murrieta, we serve Southern California including San Diego, Orange County, Los Angeles, and Riverside areas, with nationwide capabilities.
How do you ensure project quality?
Owner Paul Borne personally oversees every project, combining 40+ years of experience with modern technology to guarantee precision and durability.
Can you handle urgent sign projects?
We prioritize timely execution while maintaining quality, with experience completing time-sensitive installations requiring weekend or extended work hours.
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