No. SignQualify Academy does not provide certification or electrical licensing. The Academy is an instructional, hands-on learning experience designed to build practical understanding of electrical sign fabrication and installation while working alongside licensed professionals. Licensing requirements vary by state and are governed by local authorities.

Yes! When working under SignQualify’s license, permit, and oversight... Following Academy training, teams may perform electrical sign installation on projects permitted through SignQualify, where: Permits are pulled under SignQualify’s license Permit drawings are reviewed and signed off by SignQualify Professionals Work is completed with SignQualify guidance and compliance oversight Installations are documented as part of your center’s operating history This structure allows teams to gain real-world experience legally, while building toward the hours and history required to pursue independent qualification in the future. The Academy itself does not grant licensing or independent authorization.

No. Participation in SignQualify Academy is completely optional. Many centers use SignQualify successfully without attending the Academy. The Academy exists for owners and teams who want to deepen their hands-on knowledge and accelerate their path toward long-term independence.

Academy sessions are led by licensed master electricians and experienced electrical sign professionals with real-world installation and fabrication expertise. Training takes place in an active sign fabrication environment and focuses on practical, real-job learning rather than classroom theory.

SignQualify Academy is designed primarily for FASTSIGNS franchise owners and their teams, but availability may extend to other qualified sign companies depending on session capacity. FASTSIGNS participants receive priority access.

Yes. Multiple team members from the same center may attend, space permitting. The Academy is well-suited for owners, production managers, installation leads, or team members on a long-term qualification pathway. Each attendee must register individually.

No. Travel, lodging, meals, and transportation are not included. Upon acceptance, attendees will receive a list of recommended hotels, restaurants, and nearby vendors to help plan their visit.

The Academy is held at a SignQualify training warehouse in Boca Raton, Florida 33431. Location details, directions, and arrival instructions are provided directly after scheduling your visit.

Attendees should wear comfortable work clothing and closed-toe shoes suitable for a fabrication and installation environment. All specialized tools and materials required for training are provided.

SignQualify Academy is primarily hands-on and practical, with instruction delivered directly in a working fabrication environment. Participants will observe, assist, and engage with real equipment and installations under professional supervision.

Our drawing templates are layered Adobe Illustrator PDFs. Share them with your internal graphic designer. They can: Open the file in Illustrator Add site visit photos, notes, and dimensions Export the updated version as a PDF for uploading If you're using another design program (like Photoshop, Affinity, or Canva Pro), make sure it supports layered PDF editing. Contact us if you need a .PSD or .AI version.

These templates provide a professional, branded layout for your sign drawings. These include our state specific license number and dedicated sections for the necessary approval signatures. Use them to present: Photos from your site visit (existing conditions + measurements) Overlay graphics of the proposed sign location (accurately scaled) Measurements, materials, sign dimensions, and side elevation (utilize the electrical side elevation guide on the template) Aerial view of the sign location (please note the last page is blank and is to be used for a google maps screenshot / aerial view of the proposed sign location)

Yes. The templates are designed to be edited. Just make sure: You don’t delete or move the header/footer branding You preserve the locked layers for permit compliance

Export your updated template as a flattened PDF and your filled out permit documents - include it in your next permit submission via the Upload tab.

Before starting your drawings please make sure you have the following... Clear and straight photos from your site visit Logo provided / approved design by client Measurements of existing storefront and approved sign dimensions

After downloading our prefilled documents from your permit documents folder please proceed to fill out the remaining highlighted sections. Every section must be filled out including the signature of the landlord / property owner. Once all sections are filled in and the documents are completed please include it in your next permit submission via the Upload tab as a PDF file.

Indemnity means that SignQualify’s agreements are written to protect you from liability as long as you follow our permit use terms. If a permit is used improperly, our legal team handles revocation and shielding you from legal consequences.

Yes. SignQualify operates through legally registered LLCs in each licensed state. These LLCs are backed by verified electrical sign contractors, and your access is protected through formal agreements and oversight.

Only for projects that meet our usage criteria. Permits must be submitted through approved documents, and the work must align with the type of signage covered under the license for that state.

Each permit submission is tracked through our system. If terms are violated, access is revoked for that user, and we maintain legal separation through the LLCs. You are not liable for another subscriber’s misuse.

Yes. When onboarded, you’ll receive compliance documentation, license information tied to your assigned LLC, and templates that show permitted use.

All licenses are monitored by SignQualify and the licensed contractors behind each LLC. Our system includes checks to ensure that license holders maintain good standing and remain compliant with state regulations.

Yes. Once subscribed, you’ll be assigned a compliance contact who can walk you through permit submission processes and answer state-specific questions.

If a suitable electrical supply is not available at the time of installation, the sign will still be installed and electrically tested using a portable power supply to demonstrate full sign functionality. In this case, installation will be considered 100% complete as priced between you and the customer. SignQualify® will then provide an estimate for any additional electrical work required. Any additional work will proceed only upon the customer approval and payment.

Yes — your installation pricing should assume the wall or substrate: Is no more than 18 inches thick, and Allows access to the opposite side of the wall to complete electrical connections If the wall is discovered to be thicker than 18 inches, or if access cannot be gained at the time of installation, SignQualify® master electrician will provide an estimate for the additional work required. Work will proceed only after approval of the additional cost.

No. City or county permit fees are not included in the SignQualify® service. These fees vary based on location, sign type, and municipal requirements and are determined solely by the permitting authority. Because permit fees are set by the city or county, SignQualify® cannot estimate them in advance. Fees are finalized only when the permit is fully approved and closed. Fees must be paid in one of two ways: Directly by the customer to the city or county, or Paid by your FASTSIGNS location on the customer’s behalf and then invoiced for the exact amount once all charges have been issued