Common Questions
How should I keep track of my inventory?
Using a spreadsheet is an excellent way to keep track of what you currently have, especially for things such as the number of letters and colors currently being used in others yards. In terms of physically storing, organizing by color or type works very well, and makes it easy to find signs when you need to rent them.
How do I deal with a request/event that takes place at a random time? (ie a baby being born)
Extend the rental time, or ask them to call you 24 hours in advance to give you time to set up and not get too surprised by it
How To Place Signs In A Yard
You should make sure the colors you choose work well together when you place signs in a yard, along with using the correct stakes. If you’re unsure of how a design will look, you can always use your own yard to test it out.
Practice makes perfect, so make sure to experiment some and find what looks best. And if you’re embarrassed at the possibility of people seeing something less than stellar, you can always use your backyard as a testing area instead.
Having your signs pre-staked saves a lot of time, as you don’t have to spend time attaching and detaching the stakes when you arrive at the customer’s house.
It is also important to accommodate yard sizes. Not all yards can accommodate large letters, so having backup smaller letters for yards that are not as large is a smart plan.
It’s essential that your sign is “filled” with decorations throughout the space it covers, to make sure there is little-to-no blank space on the final product.