Do you work across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire or only in Aberdeen?

Across all of Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, and the rest of the UK too. Aberdeen is simply one of the places we list, and enquiries from anywhere nearby follow exactly the same steps: photos or a survey, a scaled proof, a written price, then making and fitting once you sign off the design.

Can a lightbox go on bare brick?

Yes, if there's sound masonry to fix to. The box sits on brackets or rails anchored into the wall, with a cable entry drilled behind it. Render, timber boarding or old cladding may need checking or reinforcing first, which the survey covers.

How soon after I approve the proof can the work on lightbox signs happen?

Typically within a few weeks, depending on what has to be made. Printed and cut graphics are typically produced sooner than fabricated letters, trays or illuminated signs, which need more fabrication time. If the job needs advertisement consent, fitting waits for the council's decision. We confirm an expected date for Aberdeen once materials are ordered.

Do lightboxes let in water and insects?

A well-made box is sealed around the face, with small drainage holes along the bottom so condensation can escape. LEDs run much cooler than tubes, so less heat draws insects in. Taking the face off occasionally to clean inside keeps the light even.

Can the face be changed later?

Yes, which is one of the main advantages of a lightbox. Flex faces unclip or untension and acrylic faces slide or lift out, so a new design can go in without moving the box. Keep the face dimensions from handover for easy reordering.

What is the price of lightbox signs for a business in Aberdeen?

Guide pricing runs from £1,250 to £4,800 per lightbox, plus VAT. The main things that move it are dimensions, the material and finish, illumination where relevant, how high the work is and whether a scaffold or platform is needed. Your written quote, issued after a survey or a check of your artwork, replaces the guide figure.

Lightbox signs in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire

A lightbox sign is a shallow enclosed box with a translucent face and LED lighting inside, so the whole panel, or just lettering routed into it, glows evenly at night.

Why choose lightbox signs in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire?

If an Aberdeen convenience store or pharmacy has a sound box frame, a new face refreshes the frontage for less.
Businesses with several sites across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire can share one set of artwork, so the Aberdeen branch matches the rest.
When an old fluorescent box above an Aberdeen shop flickers, an LED conversion can cost far less than a new sign.

Guide prices in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire

Guide prices start from £1,250 and go up to £4,800 per lightbox, exclusive of VAT. The breakdown below shows where different sizes and options sit. Nothing is final until we have measured up or checked your artwork and sent a written quote.

Lightbox signs in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire: guide prices, supplied and fitted
Item	Guide, ex VAT	Inc. VAT (20%)
Lightbox up to 3 m, printed face	£1,250 – £2,650	£1,500 – £3,180
Lightbox 3–5 m, routed and push-through letters	£2,450 – £4,800	£2,940 – £5,760
Replacement face for an existing lightbox	£295 – £950	£354 – £1,140

Length and face type drive most of the price; shaped or double-sided boxes, old-cabinet removal, fascia repairs, access equipment and consent drawings add to it.

Consent for illuminated signs in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire

Illumination brings Scottish signs firmly into the consent process. Under the 1984 Scotland Regulations, internally lit or halo-lit fascia and projecting signs usually need express consent; the council decides, and listed buildings or conservation areas add an extra layer, with listed building consent usually required on a listed building. Keep the light static and the luminance within the PLG05 guidance the council is likely to reference. LED modules and drivers run at low voltage, while the final connection is made to BS 7671 by an electrician. We confirm the route before you commit and can handle the drawings or the eDevelopment.scot submission.

Options worth considering

Double-sided box

Lit on both faces, for gable ends, canopies or posts.

Printed flex face

Joint-free over long spans and simple to re-print later.

Routed push-through face

Only the lettering glows, standing slightly proud of the face.

Towns in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire

Towns in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire we cover for lightbox signs are listed below. Each has its own page with guide prices and the steps involved, and if your town is not listed, we still cover it.

Whether your business is in a busy centre or a quieter corner of Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, getting a quote for lightbox signs is free. Share photos and sizes, then approve the proof before anything is made.