Des Moines' Best Sign Company? We Like To Think So
Get a custom new sign for your business in or near Des Moines – we handle everything!
Get a custom new sign for your business in or near Des Moines – we handle everything!
Commercial signage is one of the most important investments a Des Moines business can make.
The right sign improves visibility from the street, helps customers find you faster, and creates a strong first impression before anyone walks through the door.
We provide professional commercial sign installation in Des Moines, IA, working with local businesses to design, build, and install signs that match their space, traffic patterns, and branding goals. From storefront signs and channel letters to monument signs and LED lighting, our team manages the entire process so you get a clean, reliable result without unnecessary delays or handoffs.
Give us a call to learn more and get a FREE digital rendering of your new sign before you spend a dollar!
Posted on Bryan BackenstossFebruary 1, 2024 Excel Sign Co is awesome!! Great communication throughout the process. Install team knows there stuff and does great work, keeps the area safe. The only hint of them being there… is the beautiful sign they installed. We love the sign. It looks amazing! We will defiantly be working with them again on our next project. Thanks Excel!Posted on Randi RoodmanJanuary 19, 2024 From start to finish, Excel was wonderful to work with for our exterior signage.. The whole process was kept simple and our signs look great! As a first time business owner, I am more than pleased with my experience. Thank you, Dustan, and the whole team at Excel Lighting & Sign. .Posted on Bobby MApril 17, 2023 Called around 12 different sign companies, decided to go with Excel Lighting and Sign. They were fair in pricing and were fast to response. I would highly vouch for Excel, you can feel comfortable knowing you are dealing with a fair company. Working with Dustin made life easierPosted on Scott AndersonJanuary 11, 2023 Did an outstanding job on my new restaurant.Posted on Duke TuftyDecember 22, 2022 To Whom It May Concern: I found working with Dustan Fankhauser on our sign project to be an excellent experience. Although it stretched out over a three year period (because of city zoning and pandemic) Dustan was there when needed and always came through with what we needed. I look forward to working with him on future projects and would heartily recommend him to others., Sincerely yours, Reverend Duke Tufty Unity Temple On The PlazaPosted on Steve TimperleyDecember 20, 2022 We used Excel Lighting & Sign to have a new sign added to our building on Ward Parkway, both inside and outside. They had fantastic service and the quality of the design and the final product was excellent! We then moved buildings and rebranded within a couple years, and working with Dustan and his team was smooth and timely in getting the old sign removed and the new sign designed and placed on the new building. They took care of all the approvals needed and did a fantastic job. I would highly recommend!Posted on Eric LarsonDecember 20, 2022 Great company, great service. They really worked with us on the design and the sign looks great, just exactly what we wanted.Posted on Gina HallDecember 20, 2022 Very happy with their quick responses to repairs. Good communication and we are happy customers!Posted on Susan BaylesOctober 3, 2022 We worked with Excel Lighting & Sign for an new LED sign and Install. From day one the staff was professional and willing to learn about our project needs. The ordering process through install was excellent and without a hitch. Would recommend this company for any of your sign and lighting needs. Great Job!Google rating score: 4.7 of 5, based on 27 reviews
As a Des Moines sign company, we provide complete commercial sign services from start to finish. Business owners don’t have to coordinate multiple vendors or manage complicated timelines. We handle the details and deliver professional, lasting results.
Business owners work with one experienced team instead of juggling designers, installers, and third parties. We manage planning, coordination, and installation so new sign projects in Des Moinesmove faster with fewer surprises.
Our focus is long-term performance. From solid installation methods to dependable lighting systems, we install commercial signs that hold up over time and continue representing your business well.
We understand how Des Moines traffic patterns, business districts, and zoning realities affect signage. That local know-how helps us recommend the right sign type, size, and placement so your business is easier to find from the street.
Local businesses throughout Des Moines choose our commercial sign installation team because we understand what it takes to get noticed in this market and we know how to execute without creating headaches for business owners.
From the first conversation, we focus on clear communication, realistic timelines, and practical recommendations based on your location, traffic exposure, and type of business. Our experience with commercial sign installation in Des Moines allows us to guide everything from sign placement and lighting to overall visibility and code considerations, so your signage works in the real world, not just on paper.
Whether you need storefront signs, building-mounted signage, illuminated channel letters, monument signs, or upgraded LED sign lighting, we approach every project with long-term performance in mind. The result is professional commercial signage that helps customers find you faster, strengthens brand recognition, and continues representing your business well long after installation is complete.
Give us a call to kick off the conversation, and send us a couple photos of your space.
We create a free design mockup to show you what your sign could look like on your building - no obligations!
We refine the design together, then once you greenlight the project, we get to work – in 3-6 weeks, your sign is up!
From new commercial signs to lighting upgrades and full signage refreshes, we make the process straightforward. Tell us about your business, your location, and your goals, and we’ll help you plan a sign solution that makes for long-term growth in Des Moines!
We provide commercial sign installation services throughout Des Moines and the surrounding metro area, supporting businesses across downtown Des Moines and nearby communities such as West Des Moines, Ankeny, Urbandale, Johnston, Waukee, Clive, Altoona, Norwalk, Pleasant Hill, and Windsor Heights.
Our team regularly works in key Des Moines zip codes including 50309, 50310, 50311, 50312, 50313, and 50314, helping businesses in retail corridors, office parks, industrial areas, and mixed-use developments improve visibility with professional commercial signage.
If you’re searching for a sign company near you in the Des Moines area that handles commercial sign installation, lighting, and long-term visibility planning, our team is ready to be your guide.
The Greater Des Moines Partnership supports economic development and business growth across the region. Their resources are helpful for new and expanding businesses looking for local data, networking opportunities, and regional insights.
Polk County provides resources related to planning, property records, and development regulations that may apply to commercial properties throughout the Des Moines metro area. This can be helpful for businesses operating outside the city core or across multiple municipalities.
This is the City’s main hub for construction permits, inspections, plan review, and the online portal where many commercial projects get submitted and tracked. If you’re planning a new build-out, renovation, or anything that impacts your building exterior, this is a smart first stop.