Business Details
Pittsburgh Custom Architectural Signage Systems
Graphics 22 Signs is Pittsburgh's premier architectural signage manufacturer and construction subcontractor. Established in 1991, our team brings 150+ years of combined experience to every project from design through professional installation.Based at 5212 Lytle Street in Pittsburgh, PA, we are a full-service sign company with complete in-house capabilities: CNC routing, UV printing, metal fabrication, painting, welding, and a certified installation crew. Unlike franchise sign shops, every sign we produce is designed, engineered, and built under one roof, giving architects, general contractors, and facility managers a single point of accountability.
=== WHAT WE MANUFACTURE ===
ARCHITECTURAL SIGNAGE - Custom architectural letters, corporate identity signs, building directories, and tenant signage systems for commercial properties.
ADA-COMPLIANT SIGNAGE - Tactile text and braille signs meeting all ADA, IBC, and ANSI A117.1 requirements. We produce acrylic ADA signs, UV-cured ADA signs, and sandblasted ADA signs for hospitals, universities, government buildings, and commercial facilities. Non-compliance can result in lawsuits averaging $75,000. our signs pass inspection every time.
MONUMENT SIGNS - Low-profile and elevated monument signs for building identification, commercial developments, and institutional campuses. Monument signs can increase commercial property value by 15-20%.
CHANNEL LETTERS - Front-lit and halo-lit channel letters that increase business visibility by up to 150%. Custom fabricated in aluminum and acrylic.
WAYFINDING SYSTEMS - Interior and exterior directional signage, room identification, and campus wayfinding for hospitals (averaging 2,000-5,000 signs per facility), universities, and corporate campuses.
POST & PANEL SIGNS - Durable exterior signage for retail centers, industrial parks, and commercial developments.
TRAFFIC & SAFETY SIGNS - MUTCD-compliant traffic signs, parking signs, and safety signage for roads, lots, and construction sites.
DIGITAL & LED SIGNS - Energy-efficient LED signage using 80% less energy than neon while lasting 10 longer.
DONOR RECOGNITION & PLAQUES - Custom donor walls, recognition plaques, dedication signs, and engraved architectural elements.
VINYL GRAPHICS & MURALS - Large-format vinyl graphics, wall murals, fleet graphics, and window films.
=== SERVICES ===
Design Consulting - Signage master planning, code compliance review, material selection
Permitting & Engineering - Full permit package preparation for any municipality
Commercial Sign Installation - Certified installation crew, crane work, site surveys
Sign Maintenance - Repair, cleaning, relamping, and ongoing maintenance programs
Estimating & Takeoffs - Detailed quantity takeoffs and bid preparation for GCs
=== WHO WE SERVE ===
General contractors, architects, developers, hospitals, universities, government agencies, property managers, and commercial building owners throughout western Pennsylvania, eastern Ohio, West Virginia, Virginia, Maryland, and New York. We're also happy to provide and help support other sign shop with manufacturing.
=== CERTIFICATIONS ===
Graphics 22 Signs is a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) through NMSDC and a PA DGS Business Vendor, fully compliant with LEED and Build America, Buy America (BABA) requirements.
=== WHY CHOOSE GRAPHICS 22 SIGNS ===
50+ years of signage experience Pittsburgh's most established sign manufacturer
Full in-house fabrication CNC routers, UV printers, metal shop, paint booth
MBE Certified NMSDC & PA DGS Business Vendor
Licensed & insured commercial contractor
Single-source accountability design through installation
LEED & BABA compliant
Free consultations and quotes
Call (412) 422-1125 or email sales@graphics22signs.com to start your signage project.
Highlights and features
- Our team is respectful and extremely sensitive to signage needs.
- We provide a comprehensive industry glossary for full transparency.
- We manage complex permitting and engineering for you.
- Our expertise spans CNC routing and UV cured ADA fabrication.
- We offer seamless design consulting through to commercial installation.
Services
Signage Solutions
At Graphics 22 Signs, Inc., we help businesses establish strong first impressions through high-quality signage solutions. Our comprehensive services include budgeting, design, fabrication, and installation from start to finish. We provide in-house architectural expertise to ensure ADA compliance and deliver stamped certified proofs for permits. We guide clients through every step of the process, from concept creation to installation and completion.
ADA Compliant Signage Tactile, Braille & Wayfinding
ADA-compliant signs manufactured in-house: tactile text, Grade 2 braille, UV-cured, sandblasted, and acrylic. Meeting all ADA, IBC, and ANSI A117.1 standards. Non-compliant signage can result in lawsuits averaging $75,000 every G22 sign passes inspection. Wholesale ADA signs also available for other sign companies.
Monument Signs Custom Exterior Building Identification
Custom low-profile and elevated monument signs for commercial developments, corporate campuses, medical centers, and retail centers. In-house fabrication: stone, brick, aluminum, ACM, and illuminated options. Monument signs can increase property value by 15-20%. Full permitting and engineering included.
Channel Letters Front-Lit, Halo-Lit & LED Illuminated
Custom fabricated front-lit and halo-lit channel letters in aluminum and acrylic. LED illumination uses 80% less energy than neon and lasts 10 longer. Channel letters increase business visibility by up to 150%. Design, permitting, fabrication, and installation all in-house. Serving retail, healthcare, hospitality, and corporate clients.
Custom Architectural Signage Corporate, Institutional & Commercial
Custom architectural letters, corporate identity signs, building directories, tenant signage, and dimensional letter systems. Materials include aluminum, bronze, brass, stainless steel, acrylic, and wood. CNC-routed precision manufacturing. Full-service: design consulting, fabrication, permitting, and certified installation. MBE Certified.
Commercial Sign Installation Certified Crew
Licensed and insured commercial sign installation across 6 states within a 4-hour radius of Pittsburgh. Certified crew handles site surveys, permitting, installation, electrical hookups, and final inspection. Single-source accountability we manufacture AND install, so there's never a finger-pointing game between fabricator and installer.
Design Consulting & Sign Master Planning One team. Your specs. Done right.
Sign Master Planning Full-site signage programs for new construction and renovations. We identify every sign location, type, and message before fabrication starts. No missed signs, no change orders. Brand Translation Your brand guidelines into physical signage. Color matching, typography at scale, material selection that holds up outdoors. We bridge the gap between a brand PDF and a sign that actually works. Code Compliance Consulting We navigate municipal signage codes, IBC, zoning requirements, and landlord design standards so your submittal doesn't stall. ADA, egress, and fire code review included.
Value Engineering Same look, smarter materials. We find alternatives that hit your budget without sacrificing design intent. 35 years of knowing what works and what doesn't. Shop Drawings & Submittals Detailed shop drawings ready for architect and GC approval. Every dimension, material, and mounting detail documented. Material & Finish Selection Acrylic, aluminum, bronze,
Value Engineering Same look, smarter materials. We find alternatives that hit your budget without sacrificing design intent. 35 years of knowing what works and what doesn't. Shop Drawings & Submittals Detailed shop drawings ready for architect and GC approval. Every dimension, material, and mounting detail documented. Material & Finish Selection Acrylic, aluminum, bronze,
Reviews (3)
Sassafras Trp
Apr 07, 2020
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Experiences are always pleasant, very attentive, personalized service. I recommend doing business with Graphics 22 Signs Inc. always.
Brady Maximovich
Jan 30, 2020
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Really nice people with quality products. The buying process was smooth and easy to go about. I highly suggest this shop.
Danny Orr
Jan 26, 2020
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Wouldnt trust anyone else, these people are the reason that my company gets the business it does day in and day out. Nothing but the best!