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Sign Removal Downtown Los Angeles, CA

Professional Sign Removal in Downtown Los Angeles, CA

Downtown LA never sits still. An office tower changes tenants, an Arts District warehouse gets a new concept, a Fashion District storefront turns over, and the old sign has to come down before the new one goes up. That is the work we do every week. At Los Angeles Sign Company, sign removal Downtown Los Angeles is what we do: taking signs off buildings cleanly and safely, from a ground-floor storefront to letters high up on a tower.

Downtown is a dense mix of high-rise towers, historic buildings, and converted warehouses, and no two sign removals look the same here. Los Angeles Sign Company is the sign removal team DTLA businesses and property managers call when a sign needs to come off a building the right way. We handle the whole job: disconnecting the power on lit signs, getting the sign down safely, patching what it leaves behind, and hauling it away.

That means bringing the right equipment for the job, whether it is a storefront sign at street level or channel letters near the top of a tower, and knowing how to work around the foot traffic, tight parking, and permits that come with removing a sign downtown. We get it done in one trip whenever we can.

Commercial Sign Removal in Downtown Los Angeles, CA

Almost all of our downtown work is commercial: office buildings, ground-floor retail, restaurants, wholesale showrooms, and creative offices. A sign bolted to a modern glass tower comes off differently than an old marquee on a Historic Core building, and we treat each one on its own terms. For the tall stuff, our high-rise signage crew has the lift equipment and experience to take signs down safely from height. And if you manage property downtown, we make tenant turnover easy: when a lease ends, we clear the old sign, close up the anchor points, and leave the space ready for the next tenant.

Types of Signs We Remove in Downtown Los Angeles

We remove every kind of commercial sign found across downtown buildings, storefronts, and offices:

If your sign is not on this list, ask us anyway. If it is mounted to a building, we can most likely take it down.

  • Storefront and facade signs
  • Channel letters and illuminated signs
  • High-rise and building-top signs
  • Cabinet and box signs
  • Lobby, suite, and directory signage
  • Monument and freestanding signs
  • Marquee and historic signs
  • Window decals and vinyl lettering

When to Consider Sign Removal in Downtown Los Angeles, CA

A Tenant Change in an Office Tower

Office buildings downtown turn over tenants regularly, and each move means a sign or a set of lobby letters has to come down. We handle the removal on the building's schedule so the space is ready to show or re-lease.

A Rebrand in the Arts District

The Arts District is full of creative and tech companies in converted warehouse space, and rebrands come with the territory. When the name or logo changes, the exterior sign and any interior signage need to come down together. We handle both in one visit.

A Storefront Turnover in the Fashion District

Wholesale and retail spaces in the Fashion District change hands often, and a new business needs the old sign gone first. We take it down quickly so the next tenant can put their own sign up without delay.

An Old Sign on a Historic Building

Downtown's Historic Core is full of older buildings with aging signs and marquees. Taking a sign off an old facade takes care, and we do it without damaging the original brick, stone, or tile underneath.

A Building Renovation or Conversion

Downtown has no shortage of buildings being renovated or converted to new uses. When a building is being redone, we pull the old signage early so the work can move forward, and we can come back to patch the facade once it is finished.

A Business Move or Closure

If a business is moving or closing, we clear the signage from the building and leave it neutral. Quick and clean, with no leftover reminder of the last tenant.

How Sign Removal in Downtown Los Angeles Works

Step 1: Look at the Sign and the Site

We start by seeing what we are working with, either in person or from photos you send. How the sign is mounted, how high it sits, whether it is lit, and how tight the access is. Downtown parking and street access take planning, so we sort the approach before the truck shows up.

Step 2: Give You a Price and Handle Permits

You get a flat quote based on the size, the mounting, and the access. Downtown sign work often needs a permit, and some historic buildings have added rules, so we handle that up front to keep the job compliant.

Step 3: Disconnect and Take It Down

For lit signs, our owner is a certified electrician, so the power gets disconnected safely before anything comes off the wall. Then we dismount the sign, using a boom lift or crane when the height calls for it, and bring it down in one piece whenever we can.

Step 4: Haul, Store, or Patch

Once the sign is down, we close the anchor points and leave the wall clean and ready for whatever comes next. We haul the old sign away, or hold onto it for you if you want it kept. Your call.

Why Choose Los Angeles Sign Company in Downtown Los Angeles

Two Decades of LA Sign Work

We have been in the signage business for twenty years, with plenty of that spent on downtown buildings. We know how these towers and historic facades are put together and how to get a sign off without leaving damage behind.

Equipment for High-Rise and Tall Signs

Downtown signs are often high up, and that takes real lift equipment, not a ladder. We own our boom truck and bring in a crane when a job calls for it, so tall and hard-to-reach signs come down safely.

Safe Electrical Disconnection

A lit sign is wired into the building's power, and cutting it wrong is dangerous. Our owner holds a certified electrician license and disconnects every illuminated sign properly before it comes down.

Clear, Upfront Pricing

You get one clear price before we start, based on the actual sign and the actual site downtown. No hidden fees, no padded invoice at the end.

Service Areas in Downtown Los Angeles and Nearby

We remove signs throughout Downtown LA, including the Historic Core, the Arts District, the Fashion District, the Financial District, Little Tokyo, and South Park. Downtown is covered by ZIP codes 90012, 90013, 90014, 90015, 90017, 90021, and 90071.

We also serve the surrounding area, including Chinatown, Boyle Heights, Echo Park, and the neighborhoods just outside the core. For sign removal Downtown Los Angeles wide, reach out and we will confirm coverage for your location.

We remove signs across the rest of LA too. Explore our other sign removal areas: Downtown Los Angeles, Venice, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Culver City, Hollywood, and Burbank.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Sign removal downtown often needs a permit, and some historic buildings have added requirements. We handle whatever the city and the building require so the job is compliant from the start.
Yes. Our owner is a certified electrician, and we have the lift equipment, including a crane when needed, to take signs down safely from the top of a downtown high-rise. Lit signs get disconnected properly before they come down.
No. Once the sign is off, we close the anchor points and leave the surface clean and ready for new signage. On older Historic Core buildings we take extra care with the original facade.
Sign removal Downtown Los Angeles pricing depends on the size of the sign, how it is mounted, and how hard it is to reach, which matters a lot on tall downtown buildings. We give you a flat quote after we look at the sign, with no hidden fees.
Yes. We work with property managers, office towers, retail and wholesale tenants, restaurants, and creative offices across Downtown LA, for single signs and whole-building signage.
Yes. Tenant changes downtown move fast, and we schedule removals to fit that timeline so you are not stuck with an old sign after the space changes hands.

Related Services

We remove signs throughout Downtown Los Angeles and the surrounding Westside. Our other sign removal pages cover Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Culver City, and Venice. Get a free quote and we will handle the rest.

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What Our Clients Are Saying

My dad and I acquired an antique gas station signpost that we needed taken down and transported about 10 miles. We then needed it reinstalled a couple months later at another location after being restored. The crew at Los Angeles Sign Co did a fantastic job handling the moves and transport and took great care dealing with a very old and valuable piece of history. Service was above and beyond, and their passion for this type of work really shows in person and in their portfolio of other jobs done. Thank you LA Sign Co! Mis

Missy Y.
Los Angeles, CA
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Our previous sign had deteriorated. No idea how long it’d been hanging there, but longer than the 10 years I’d been in my building. One day, it just dangled from one screw, all molded and mushy where the screw used to hold it.

Los Angeles Sign Company furnished me with a quote to meet my specs, updated with a few revisions, and finalized the quote after that. Prompt replies and follow through, and attentive to my requests. Once we paid the invoice, they completed the job in a few days – wasn’t a rush job, so it didn’t matter, but still quick.Came out nice! And matches the look and design of the previous sign, so no one noticed other than it looks pristine and new. Thanks so much!

Natasha In L A.

Los Angeles, CA

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I tried working with 3 different sign companies before I found Fran at LA Sign Co. She was the best and followed through with everything. Our building looks great and I have had calls saying how it stands out with the sign and logo LA Sign mounted on the building. This is the place you want to help make your business stand out.

Pat G.

Agoura Hills, CA

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Los Angeles sign company created the most gorgeous sign for my company! Ron was my designer and I couldn’t have been happier. My sign has is black letters on silver palettes and the backlighting changes colors constantly. It is actually the coolest sign I have ever seen.

Cyndy J.

Manhattan Beach, CA

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We used LA Sign Co for our dental office signage and they did INCREDIBLE work. Every step of the process was professional, and their designs were exactly what I dreamed of. The execution was even better as they finished the sign before we were even ready to install it, but patiently waited for us to catch up.

Mars was excellent to work with right from the start, always being polite and responsive. When it came time to installation, Evelio did a fantastic job.

Above all else, I want to emphasize how beautiful the sign is. It’s the focal point of our lobby and communicates excellence. I’m shocked there are any bad reviews. The negative things people have written are the opposite of my experience. We will be using LA Sign Co again!

Chris S.
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA
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I ordered a new sign for my shop and I couldn’t be happier with the result. Fran was very helpful, she guided throughout the whole process, from the design to what material I should use. The sign came out so perfect, our customers love it and so do I. Thank you!

Theodore B.

Palms, Los Angeles, CA

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Evelio and Mars were incredible to work with! They made my sign 5 years ago, and it’s still works perfectly. They recently moved it to our new location and did lots of wall vinyl for our art show exhibit. Their work is nothing short of perfection! HIGHLY recommend them!

Mayer W.
Sherman Oaks, CA
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Fran was so wonderful and lovely to work with! We had very specific needs and had to change measurements a couple times, but Fran was truly the most patient and kind person throughout all! Our sign installer was also lovely, professional, on time and funny. Highly recommend!

Dominica R.

Beverly Hills, CA

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These guys are great, they were able to make my signs on a tight deadline and deliver earlier than expected, they install the sign and did a very clean and professional job.

I would highly recommend them to anybody!

Sam C.
Los Angeles, CA
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Mars and the team at LA Sign Co were sooooooooo wonderful and kind to me. One job I had for them wasn’t something they would usually do. But they patently worked with me pushing me to be a better artist, learning many new skills with digital artwork. I’m now having my work on products reproduced in volume due to their help with my prototypes overseas. I can’t say enough how nice and helpful they were to me. I love them!

D.M.
Los Angeles, CA
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Mars created a great address design for me and the illustrations gave me an exact image of the finished product. Mars was able to provide me a good quality product which matched my budget. Evelio did a great job with the installation. Overall great service, product, and price. I highly recommend this team. They did a great job!

R J.

Los Angeles, CA

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Los Angeles Sign Company is excellent! Victoria and team produced a gorgeous 6′ stainless steel reception sign that sets the perfect tone for our office. Everyone was super friendly and accommodated our tight schedule. The process was easy, from creating a pattern based on our specs to a seamless installation. I intend on using them for future needs and highly recommend them to anyone looking for signage!

Heidi S.

Los Angeles, CA

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Although there was a slight miscommunication in the beginning I have grown to trust and love this company. The management team is amazing (especially Victoria) always doing their best to make sure everything is executed on time, that it looks amazing and they go above and beyond to keep their clients happy. I would highly recommend them.

Paul B.
North Hollywood, CA
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We had an amazing experience with LA Sign. We used them for our interior lobby sign. Mars, our contact, was extremely helpful, responsive, and all around wonderful! She did an excellent job guiding us through the whole process. They came into our office to draft an initial mockup before we even committed and their quote was reasonable compared to others.

Additionally, when the installation had come out a little different than what we had imagined, they came back and adjusted it for us without hesitation (or added cost)! We would definitely recommend. Thanks Mars and the LA Sign Co fam!

Colin M.
Los Angeles, CA
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My experience was excellent, the company is small but don’t be deceived by the size, Victoria in the front desk was very personable and experienced, she gave us the best suggestions for our restaurant, and we got an illuminated sign for the grand opening that made it look modern and elegant, also a banner to put on the storefront while they manufactured the main sign.

Evelio the owner, went personally to do the site measurements, he is a certified electrician, has his own boom truck, installed the sign and tested it to our complete satisfaction, got the permit with the city. The whole crew was very efficient and detailed oriented.

I will definitely recommend this company. I looked around to get different estimates and they were not the cheapest, but I was fully satisfied with the end result. It was well worth it to invest a little more for a much better quality.

Karen D.

Long Beach, CA

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Our previous sign had deteriorated. No idea how long it'd been hanging there, but longer than the 10 years I'd been in my building. One day, it just dangled from one screw, all molded and mushy where the screw used to hold it.

Los Angeles Sign Company furnished me with a quote to meet my specs, updated with a few revisions, and finalized the quote after that. Prompt replies and follow through, and attentive to my requests. Once we paid the invoice, they completed the job in a few days - wasn't a rush job, so it didn't matter, but still quick. Came out nice! And matches the look and design of the previous sign, so no one noticed other than it looks pristine and new. Thanks so much!
Natasha In L.A.Los Angeles, CA
I tried working with 3 different sign companies before I found Fran at LA Sign Co. She was the best and followed through with everything. Our building looks great and I have had calls saying how it stands out with the sign and logo LA Sign mounted on the building. This is the place you want to help make your business stand out.
Pat G.Agoura Hills, CA
Los Angeles sign company created the most gorgeous sign for my company! Ron was my designer and I couldn't have been happier. My sign has is black letters on silver palettes and the backlighting changes colors constantly. It is actually the coolest sign I have ever seen.
Cindy J.Manhattan Beach, CA
We used LA Sign Co for our dental office signage and they did INCREDIBLE work. Every step of the process was professional, and their designs were exactly what I dreamed of. The execution was even better as they finished the sign before we were even ready to install it, but patiently waited for us to catch up.

Mars was excellent to work with right from the start, always being polite and responsive. When it came time to installation, Evelio did a fantastic job.

Above all else, I want to emphasize how beautiful the sign is. It's the focal point of our lobby and communicates excellence. I'm shocked there are any bad reviews. The negative things people have written are the opposite of my experience. We will be using LA Sign Co again!
Chris S.Westwood, Los Angeles, CA
I ordered a new sign for my shop and I couldn't be happier with the result. Fran was very helpful, she guided throughout the whole process, from the design to what material I should use. The sign came out so perfect, our customers love it and so do I. Thank you!
Theodore B.Palms, Los Angeles, CA
Evelio and Mars were incredible to work with! They made my sign 5 years ago, and it's still works perfectly. They recently moved it to our new location and did lots of wall vinyl for our art show exhibit. Their work is nothing short of perfection! HIGHLY recommend them!
Mayer W.Sherman Oaks, CA
Fran was so wonderful and lovely to work with! We had very specific needs and had to change measurements a couple times, but Fran was truly the most patient and kind person throughout all! Our sign installer was also lovely, professional, on time and funny. Highly recommend!
Dominica R.Beverly Hills, CA
These guys are great, they were able to make my signs on a tight deadline and deliver earlier than expected, they install the sign and did a very clean and professional job. I would highly recommend them to anybody!
Sam C.Los Angeles, CA
Mars and the team at LA Sign Co were sooooooooo wonderful and kind to me. One job I had for them wasn't something they would usually do. But they patently worked with me pushing me to be a better artist, learning many new skills with digital artwork. I'm now having my work on products reproduced in volume due to their help with my prototypes overseas. I can't say enough how nice and helpful they were to me. I love them!
D.M.Los Angeles, CA
Mars created a great address design for me and the illustrations gave me an exact image of the finished product. Mars was able to provide me a good quality product which matched my budget. Evelio did a great job with the installation. Overall great service, product, and price. I highly recommend this team. They did a great job!
R.J.Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles Sign Company is excellent! Victoria and team produced a gorgeous 6' stainless steel reception sign that sets the perfect tone for our office. Everyone was super friendly and accommodated our tight schedule. The process was easy, from creating a pattern based on our specs to a seamless installation. I intend on using them for future needs and highly recommend them to anyone looking for signage!
Heidi S.Los Angeles, CA
Although there was a slight miscommunication in the beginning I have grown to trust and love this company. The management team is amazing (especially Victoria) always doing their best to make sure everything is executed on time, that it looks amazing and they go above and beyond to keep their clients happy. I would highly recommend them.
Paul B.North Hollywood, CA
We had an amazing experience with LA Sign. We used them for our interior lobby sign. Mars, our contact, was extremely helpful, responsive, and all around wonderful! She did an excellent job guiding us through the whole process. They came into our office to draft an initial mockup before we even committed and their quote was reasonable compared to others.

Additionally, when the installation had come out a little different than what we had imagined, they came back and adjusted it for us without hesitation (or added cost)! We would definitely recommend. Thanks Mars and the LA Sign Co fam!
Colin M.Los Angeles, CA
My experience was excellent, the company is small but don’t be deceived by the size, Victoria in the front desk was very personable and experienced, she gave us the best suggestions for our restaurant, and we got an illuminated sign for the grand opening that made it look modern and elegant, also a banner to put on the storefront while they manufactured the main sign.

Evelio the owner, went personally to do the site measurements, he is a certified electrician, has his own boom truck, installed the sign and tested it to our complete satisfaction, got the permit with the city. The whole crew was very efficient and detailed oriented.

I will definitely recommend this company. I looked around to get different estimates and they were not the cheapest, but I was fully satisfied with the end result. It was well worth it to invest a little more for a much better quality.
Karen D.Long Beach, CA
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