ADA / Regulatory Signs
Your facility speaks before anyone does. Make sure it speaks to everyone.
ADA / Regulatory Signs
ADA and regulatory signs ensure safe, inclusive access, from tactile room identifiers with Grade 2 Braille to MUTCD-compliant traffic directives like "No Parking" or "Fire Exit." Crafted in our Atlanta facility, we use premium acrylics, photoluminescent films, and engraved panels that meet ADA height/contrast rules (70%+ contrast ratio) and withstand humidity or UV fade. Businesses and facilities trust United Signs for signs that pass inspections the first time, support audits, and promote liability-free operations for decades.
Is an ADA Sign Program Right for You?
ADA sign requirements apply broadly — but not every situation is the same. Use the criteria below to determine where your facility stands. If you are still unsure, we will walk your site and give you a direct answer.
You need ADA-compliant signs if:
- Your facility is open to the public in any capacity — including customers, patients, students, guests, or visitors. This covers retail, healthcare, hospitality, education, government, corporate offices, multifamily residential common areas, and houses of worship.
- You are undergoing new construction or a renovation that touches the interior. Any alteration to a space triggers ADA compliance requirements for the affected area.
- You have received a complaint, failed an inspection, or are preparing for a third-party accessibility audit. Getting ahead of enforcement is significantly less expensive than responding to it.
- You are a property manager or facilities director responsible for multiple buildings and need a consistent, documented sign program across all locations.
You may be in a different situation if:
- Your facility is a single-family residential property or a private club not open to the public. ADA Title III requirements do not apply in those cases, though other accessibility standards may.
- You already have ADA-compliant signs in place and need a survey to confirm whether they still meet current standards. We do those assessments too.
Not sure what your facility needs? We will walk your site, identify every sign location, and give you a clear scope of work — no obligation.
Request a ConsultationWhy Choose United Signs for ADA / Regulatory Signs
ADA Compliant
Full compliance with 2010 ADA Standards for accessible design
Braille & Tactile
Precision-grade Braille and raised characters that meet tactile requirements exactly.
Professional Design
Signs that meet every code requirement and still look like they belong in your space.
What Goes Into Every ADA Sign We Build
ADA signs are not commodity items. The materials used directly affect whether a sign passes inspection, how long it holds up, and whether it looks appropriate in your space. Here is what goes into everything we fabricate.
Acrylic Substrates
Matte non-glare finish, color-matched to facility interior while maintaining required contrast ratios.
Raised Characters
Minimum 1/32 inch raised, consistent depth, clean edges u2014 meets tactile character standards.
Grade 2 Braille
Contracted Braille produced and verified in-house on every sign that requires it.
Photoluminescent Films
Egress and exit signs that glow 90+ minutes without power u2014 meets ADA and IBC requirements.
Aluminum Backer Panels
For directory and building ID system integration across large facilities.
Non-Glare Finish
Matte or eggshell surface that meets the 19-degree maximum gloss threshold for ADA compliance.
How We Work
Consultation & Survey
We review your site, define your sign program, and map every location, size, and mounting spec before design begins.
Design & Permitting
Certified shop drawings are produced and submitted for permit approval u2014 signed off by your team before production starts.
In-House Fabrication
Every sign is built in our own facility with in-house QC. No outsourcing means tighter quality and reliable lead times.
Installation & Sign-Off
Certified crews install every sign. We conduct a full walkthrough and provide documentation before handover.
Industries We Serve
Frequently Asked Questions
Any facility open to the public is required to have ADA-compliant signage, including hospitals, schools, offices, hotels, retail stores, and government buildings. If people walk through your doors, compliance is not optional.
Yes. We start every project with a full site survey, mapping every sign location, size, and mounting spec so we know exactly what exists and what needs to change before design begins.
Yes. Every project includes certified shop drawings submitted for permit approval before production starts, signed off by your team before we build anything.
Timeline depends on the size and scope of your facility. We provide a clear production and installation schedule after the initial consultation so you always know where the project stands.
It depends on the number of signs, materials, and the scope of the project. The best way to get an accurate number is a site survey. We will access your facility and give you a detailed quote based on exactly what you need.
Aluminum, acrylic, and composite materials are the most common, each with different durability, finish, and aesthetic qualities. We will recommend the right material based on your facility type, location, and budget.
