Bold by Day. Luminous by Night.
Channel letters are among the most effective signs a business can put on its building. Each letter is individually fabricated from metal and plastic, then illuminated from within, giving your signage real depth and precision that a flat printed sign simply cannot match. Whether your storefront sits on Highway 49, along the US-90 beachfront strip, or in a shopping center in D'Iberville, a well-crafted channel letter sign commands attention around the clock.
Also called internally illuminated letters, channel letters can be configured several ways to suit your brand and your building. Face-lit letters push light through a translucent plastic face, producing a clean, vivid glow. Reverse channel letters, sometimes called halo-lit letters, project light out the back of each letter and onto the building surface behind it, creating a sophisticated halo effect. Both styles are available in virtually any letter style, color, or size, and are most commonly illuminated with energy-efficient LED lighting or traditional neon tubing.
Installation is equally flexible. Letters can be mounted directly to your building fascia, with each letter secured individually for a flush, clean appearance. Alternatively, they can be mounted to a raceway, which is a fabricated metal channel that runs the full length of the sign and attaches to the fascia as a single unit. The right approach depends on your building's construction, the preferences of your property owner, and any applicable city ordinance. Our team handles all of that guidance as part of the process.
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What Goes Into Every Channel Letter Sign
Every channel letter sign we produce at All Signs, Inc. is custom made to your specifications. Our letters meet all applicable local electrical and building codes, so you can be confident in both the quality and the compliance of your finished sign. From the initial site survey and permit paperwork through fabrication, installation, and long-term maintenance, we manage the complete lifecycle of your sign so you do not have to coordinate between multiple vendors.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between face-lit and halo-lit channel letters?
Face-lit letters, the most common style, have a translucent plastic face through which the interior light shines outward toward the viewer. Halo-lit letters, also called reverse channel letters, are open in the front and sealed at the back except for a small gap that allows light to project onto the building surface behind each letter, creating a glowing halo effect. Both styles are fabricated from metal and plastic and can be illuminated with LED or neon.
Do channel letters need to be mounted on a raceway?
Not necessarily. Letters can be mounted directly to your building fascia, one letter at a time, for a cleaner look with no visible backing. A raceway, which is a pre-fabricated metal box that runs the length of the sign, is used when direct mounting is not practical due to the building's wall construction, property owner requirements, or local ordinance. We assess your specific situation and recommend the best installation method.
Are channel letters compliant with local building and electrical codes?
Yes. All channel letters we manufacture at All Signs, Inc. are built to meet applicable local electrical and building codes along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. We also handle the permitting process, including site surveys and permit applications, so the entire project stays in compliance from start to finish.
What lighting options are available for channel letters?
LED lighting is the most popular choice today because it is energy-efficient, long-lasting, and produces consistent, even illumination. Traditional neon tubing is also available and offers a distinct warm, continuous glow that some brands prefer for its classic look. We can walk you through both options based on your aesthetic goals and long-term operating costs.
A Full-Service Sign Company on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
All Signs, Inc. has been serving businesses across the Mississippi Gulf Coast from our base in Gulfport. We are a full-shop operation, meaning we manage every channel letter project from design through installation with our own equipped crews, handle permitting, and stay available for maintenance and repair long after the sign goes up. Whether you are opening a new location in Bay St. Louis, rebranding in Ocean Springs, or refreshing signage in downtown Biloxi, we are the one-stop shop that takes your project from concept to completed sign. Call us today at 228-897-9100 to discuss your channel letter project.