benefits of van graphics and signwriting

are  van graphics worth it and how much do they cost?

““how much do van graphics cost?” A question we often get asked by someone about to hand over their hard-earned cash is but is it worth getting van graphics?    in short, the answer is an undoubtable YES.

Before you go into looking on social media and google looking for the best option for you there are some things you will need to think about.

1. Why do I need van graphics?
2. Where can I get van graphics on a budget?
3. How much will a sign for my van cost?
4. Amazing van graphics ideas
5. Will van graphics affect my insurance?
6. Where are van graphics fitted in the UK?
7. How do I know my van sign writing is any good?

1. why do I need van graphics?

You don’t and it won’t make your van any better, faster or fuel efficient, but it will 100% get you noticed and generate more work as its basically free advertising as you drive around or park up outside a job. Think about the average days drive, how many times are the roads empty? Not many. Everyone who is sat behind you or waiting for you to pull out of a turning will see your vehicle graphics and your company details. Same when you are working on site or at a clients.

2. where can I get van graphics on a budget?

Before you try and work out how much van graphics cost its worth thinking about if you are a “hands on” kind of person there are online sites where you can “design” and order your graphics, and then fit these yourself, this is the cheapest option. To do this you’ll need a spare half day to do the design and then a day to fit these.

Obviously your van sign writing will be seen everyone and your would be customers so it needs to look good. If you are not a “creative”, maybe body swerve this option. It’s probably also worth working out whether you’d rather be fitting graphics, earning money or sitting at the pub?

3.  how much will a sign for my van cost?

If you are looking to go to a professional outfit you will need to budget for this, the team at Motive Graphics will be able to advise on the best options for your vehicle graphics and the budget for this. Pricing for a small van will start at around the £200 but will depend on the amount of coverage needed on the van. Our handy price calculator will give you a few ideas to get you started.

4. amazing van graphics ideas

Anyone who does regular van sign writing will have an encyclopaedia of all the vans, cars, lorries. When you approve your quote you should expect to see some visuals of your van and should expect to see a few options from the design team, don’t just settle for a basic design ask for some examples of what you can expect BEFORE you approve your quote.

5. will van graphics affect my insurance?

Vehicle graphics are a modification to the vehicle so you’ll need to inform your insurer. Oddly it doesn’t affect your premium as much as you’d expect. If you add a “Driven well?” sticker to the back this will reduce the policy and let’s be honest, you’d have to be pretty daft to drive a van badly when your company details and/or mobile number are on it?

6. where are they van graphics fitted in the UK?

Many smaller “Fred in a shed” graphics business don’t have premises so will need to fit on site, or at your address. This can present issues as debris, flies etc easily get under the vinyl and can cause blemishes. You’ll also be held a little to ransom by mother nature, if it is raining fitting vinyl’s is never a good idea. This in turn can cause frustration as a cancelled fitting takes the van off the road and can stop you earning. We would always recommend checking that the company you are going for have a proper fitting workshop.

7. how do I know my van sign writing is any good?

Fitting vehicle graphics and van sign writing is not hard to do, but it is really hard to do well. A lot of “graphics companies” are small one band outfits, and it can be hard to see previous examples of their van sign writing. If you are not sure ask for a reference from someone who has had work done by them or go onto google and look for reviews. If you are looking at a price that’s miles cheaper than anyone else and you cannot get a referral. WALK AWAY.

When you go a pick up your van, expect someone to show you around the vehicle, explain after care and hand back your keys, this is the time to give it a once over and pick out any faults.

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