A Letter From Doug A New Chapter for Tupp Signs: Now Partnered with Effective Sign Works Dear Valued Customers, For more than 97 years, Tupp Signs has proudly served our community with custom sign design, installation, and maintenance. From storefront signs to large commercial projects, we’ve always believed in delivering craftsmanship, reliability, and service you […]
A Dover Sign Code Case Study Every Multi-Faced Business Should Understand Based on City of Dover Application #V-24-05 – Not a Tupp Signs Project When Two Wall Signs Just Won’t Cut It You’ve seen it before—your building has three customer-facing walls, two entry points, and a busy drive-thru lane. But the local code says you’re […]
How to Maximize Exposure Without Triggering a Zoning Rejection Great Location, Bad Sign Plan? Avoid the Corner Lot Trap You’ve secured the ideal corner lot in Dover—two streets, double the traffic, unlimited exposure. But when your sign permit comes back denied, you’re left frustrated, confused, and facing costly revisions. Why? Corner lot signage operates under […]
Based on Public Record: Dover Zoning Ordinance Article 5 §4.7 (from 17798.pdf) When More Signs Means More Trouble You’ve got the storefront. You’ve got the traffic. And you’ve got a bold branding vision—wall signs and a pylon to grab attention from every angle. But then your sign permit hits a wall: “Combination exceeds allowable sign […]
Based on the Town of Middletown Sign Permit Application (Public Record) Think You Don’t Need a Sign Permit? Think Again. You’ve just installed a stunning new wall sign for your business. It’s modern, visible, and perfectly on-brand. But within a week, you receive a stop work order—and a hefty fine. Why? You didn’t know Middletown […]
Because a clear exit can mean the difference between chaos and control When Every Second Counts, Confusion Is Catastrophic Imagine smoke filling a corridor. Lights flicker. Panic sets in. And the exit sign? Burned out. Misplaced. Nonexistent. That’s not just a worst-case scenario—it’s a preventable one. In Delaware, evacuation signage isn’t decorative—it’s lifesaving. And if […]
Storefront signage gets all the glory—but what happens after a customer walks through the door? For many retailers, the true conversion magic happens beyond the storefront. Smartly placed, beautifully designed interior signage does more than inform—it influences. It captures attention, reinforces branding, and yes—drives impulse buys. If you’ve invested in a great exterior sign, but […]
Introduction Think about the last time you drove past a dimly lit business at night. Did it catch your eye? Probably not. In fact, you may have missed it altogether. If your signage fades into the background when the sun goes down, you’re losing visibility—and possibly customers. Whether you’re running a retail store, restaurant, corporate […]
If you’re thinking, “I need ADA signage, but I’m not sure where to start,” you’re not alone. For many business owners, property managers, and facility directors, ADA compliance can feel like a legal and logistical maze. Between braille requirements, tactile lettering, and mounting height regulations, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. The good news? You don’t […]
You’ve got a great location in a shopping center. But here’s the catch: so does everyone else. If you’re wondering, “How can I make my business stand out in a crowded shopping center?”, you’re not alone. With foot traffic split between dozens of neighboring stores, it’s easy to get lost in the shuffle. Even with […]
