Van signage
Van Signage That Wins Work, Costs and Options Explained
From clean lettering to a striking partial wrap, we make your van do the selling. Fitted by us or shipped to your door as a DIY panel kit.
The basics
What van signage does for a working van
A signed van earns its keep every single day it is on the road.
Your van passes thousands of people a week, on the motorway, at the job, parked outside a customer's house. Plain panels say nothing. Smart signage tells everyone who you are, what you do and how to reach you, and it keeps working long after the leaflet has been thrown away. For most trades, branding your van is the cheapest advertising you will ever buy per person reached.
Good signage also builds trust. A customer who sees a tidy, clearly branded vehicle pull up feels reassured that they are dealing with a real, settled business rather than someone working out of an unmarked van. That confidence wins the job before you have knocked on the door. If you run more than one vehicle, see how a consistent look across the fleet multiplies the effect on our fleet branding page.
Your options
Lettering, graphics or a partial wrap
Three levels of coverage, three budgets, the same goal: get noticed and get the call.
You do not have to wrap the whole van to make an impact. Most businesses choose one of three approaches depending on the look they want and what they want to spend. Here is how they compare so you can pick the right level before you order.
| Lettering | Graphics | Partial wrap | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Impact | Clean and clear | Bold and colourful | High, looks like a full wrap |
| Cost | Most affordable | Mid range | Highest of the three |
| Best for | Trades wanting name and number | Standing out on the road | A premium, fleet ready finish |
If you want the impact of a wrap without covering the whole vehicle, a partial wrap is the sweet spot. To see what full coverage looks like, take a look at our vehicle wraps.
By trade
Van signage for trades
Whatever you do, your van can bring the work to you.
- Electricians: name, qualifications and a clear phone number that people remember on the drive home
- Plumbers and heating engineers: emergency number front and centre so you are the call they make first
- Builders and groundworkers: a strong, rugged look that says established and reliable on every site
- Landscapers and gardeners: colour and imagery that show off the kind of work you do
- Couriers and delivery drivers: clean, consistent branding that looks professional at every drop
- Cleaners and domestic services: friendly, trustworthy signage for vans parked on residential streets
- Mobile mechanics and valeters: services and contact details laid out so a passer by can read them at a glance
Pricing
Van signage cost in the UK
What you pay comes down to coverage and the vehicle, not a one size fits all price list.
Van signage is not a fixed price product, and any business that quotes you a single figure without seeing the job is guessing. The real cost depends on two things: how much of the van you want covered, from a few lines of lettering up to a partial wrap, and the size and shape of the vehicle itself, since a small car derived van takes far less material than a long wheelbase Luton.
That is why we price every job properly rather than hiding behind a rough range. Tell us your vehicle and what you want it to say, and we will give you a clear figure with no surprises. The fastest way to a real number is to start your order and let us quote your exact van.
Fitting
Fitted or DIY, your choice
Bring your van to us, or fit a precision panel kit yourself at your own pace.
Most customers book their van in and let us handle everything, but you do not have to. If you would rather save on labour and fit it yourself, we can ship your signage as a ready to apply DIY van wrap kit, cut to your vehicle and supplied with everything you need.
Our panels use a smart modular wrap system that makes self fitting far more forgiving, so you get a clean, professional result without a unit full of specialist kit. Whichever route you take, the finish is the same: signage built to last and built to win you work.
Questions
Van signage questions, answered
What is van signage?
Van signage is any branded graphic applied to your vehicle, from simple cut lettering and your phone number through to printed graphics and a full partial wrap. It turns a plain van into a moving advert that promotes your business everywhere you park and drive.
How much does van signage cost?
There is no single price because the cost depends on how much of the van you cover and the size and shape of the vehicle. Simple lettering on the doors is the most affordable option, while printed graphics and partial wraps cost more for greater impact. Start an order and we will price your exact job.
Should I choose magnetic or permanent van signs?
Magnetic signs suit drivers who need to remove the branding, for example on a personal lease or a shared vehicle. For most working vans we recommend permanent vinyl signage because it looks sharper, lasts for years and cannot be lifted or stolen from the panels.
Will signage damage my van?
No. Quality vinyl is designed to protect the paintwork underneath and, when removed correctly by a professional, it lifts away cleanly and leaves the original finish intact. Done properly, signage is one of the safest things you can put on a vehicle.
How long does van signage take?
Most lettering and graphics jobs are fitted in a day, and a partial wrap can take a little longer depending on coverage. We confirm timings when you place your order so you know exactly when your van is booked in and ready to collect.
Get van signage that gets the phone ringing
Tell us your vehicle and what you want it to say, and we will turn your van into your hardest working advert. Fitted by us or shipped as a DIY kit.