Making an impression on our Community ...
since 1984
Founded in 1984, Grass Valley Sign is the largest full service sign shop in Nevada County. Grass Valley Sign offers the best in local service by providing customers with the highest quality materials, design, and craftsmanship.
Customer Service
Here at Grass Valley Sign, customer service is very important to us. If you are not sure what type of sign you need or want advice on the best approach to a signage project, we are here to help. With over 30 years of experience in the sign industry, we know a little something about signs!
Quality Craftsmanship
We are committed to quality, craftsmanship and our customers. We believe if you look good we look good. We specialize in custom-made commercial & residential signs, as well as vehicle lettering and graphics. We can also create custom banners, decals, vinyl lettering, and so much more.
William (Will) Brewer
New Owner aka "NEW" Head Dude
As of January 2021, Will Brewer is the proud new owner of Grass Valley Sign. After 8 years of working shoulder to shoulder with the founder (founding father), Will has mastered all aspects of what makes Grass Valley Sign the best sign company in Nevada County. Thus, he has now earned the opportunity to “captain the ship”.
Will has a keen sense of design that is seamlessly coupled with a firm command of today’s technology and he is devoted to expanding the business — allowing him to retire some day — following in the footsteps of his friend and Grass Valley Sign founder, Ed Townsend.
Upon Ed’s retirement, he said “With Will at the helm, it’s almost like turning the business over to a son.”
All of the Probation staff have come to me with their praises for the beautiful sign. The Chief will be back from vacation next Monday and I can’t wait to see his expression when he sees it. He is going to LOVE it.
Even our clients love the new sign and have expressed it. So far none of our clientele has tried to rip the letters off the wall to throw at someone. LOL!
Anyway, just want you to know we are extremely happy with the sign and the wonderful work you and your employees have done for us here at Yuba County Probation.
Our motto is: “We meet your deadline. No excuses.”
About the Founder, Ed Townsend
Retired & Loving Life even more than before!
Ed Townsend has achieved what many would consider true success. After building, sustaining, and retiring from a very well-respected local business he has now ensured it’s continual success and expansion through the sale to Will Brewer.
Ed has not left the area, so chances are you will still see him regularly in the community enjoying the lifestyle he has worked so hard for – right here in Nevada County!
File Guidelines
- All file formats should be sent right reading in original/native formats.
- All text should be converted to curves, paths or outlines depending on the application used.
- Files should be CMYK or Pantone spot color specific.
- Send layered file versions if available.
Preferred Vector Programs:
Adobe Illustrator CS2 or Acrobat PDF with editing capability enabled. Pantone colors will be converted to the closest CMYK match in Vector files.
Preferred Raster Programs:
Adobe Photoshop .psd, Acrobat PDF, or Jpeg.
Resolution set at 200 dpi at final size.
Raster documents should use a color setting for Photoshop 5 Default CMYK.
FAQ's
This depends on the project. We typically require a 50% deposit on large commercial signage.
If I bring my logo on a CD or flash drive, what format works best?
Depending on your needs and the design of the sign, many formats are viable. See our file formatting guidelines for more information.
Can you make a sign from a digital photograph?
Yes. The better quality the photograph, the better your digital image will turn out! Please make sure the image is not copyrighted. If it is, we will need a release in order to proceed.
I see many vehicles that have company logos and lettering, can Grass Valley Sign provide this service?
Yes. Our new location is equipped with two full size bays, so we can provide this service no matter what the weather is outside. We can give you a quote based on your logo, lettering, and graphics.
If I have special color matching requirements, or need to have my letterhead and business cards matched can Grass Valley Sign meet my needs?
Yes. Depending on the type of sign and its uses, we can match according to your needs.
Do I need a permit for my sign?
You may or may not. It all depends on the sign and where you are going to place it. Vehicle signage does not require a permit. However, Downtown Grass Valley and Nevada City are pretty particular about exterior signage and will require approvals and permits. Let us know where you intend to place your sign and we can tell you what permits are required.
If I am getting a sign installed on my vehicle, how long will my car/truck/van be out of service?
Most vehicles can be lettered in one business day.
Can my sign be delivered and installed?
Yes, we offer delivery and installation services on commercial signage.
Does Grass Valley create trade show graphics?
Absolutely.
What is the largest sign I could order from a Grass Valley Sign full service sign center?
There are no signs too large for us!
Proud Member of the Grass Valley Chamber of Commerce, Nevada City Chamber of Commerce, Penn Valley Chamber Commerce
For more information contact us…
530.477.7446
~ Locally owned & operated since 1984 ~
Member since 2005
13321 Grass Valley Avenue • Unit 2 • Grass Valley • California • 95945