Williams Sign

Williams Sign Co., a family-owned and operated business since 1930, is proud of the quality signage that has been produced for over seven decades. We are a full-service sign company doing business in the Southern California area for over 78 years. We are dedicated to providing professional service with attention to detail. Our team is dedicated to delivering top-quality signage that meets and exceeds our clients' expectations.

Company History

Maurice G. Williams established Williams Sign Co. in 1930, after acquiring a sign shop from Tim J. Weaver, who shared space in the same building at 256 E. First Street, Pomona, CA. Maurice saw an opportunity to develop a business where he could use his creative talents for design and advertisement in the Pomona area. In the mid-1930s, Williams Sign Co. promoted the neon-illuminated signs, which were produced at the time by Metlox Signs of Manhattan Beach. When Metlox Signs' neon patent expired, Williams Sign Co. was able to manufacture their own neon signs. In 1938, the final move to 111 S. Huntington St., Pomona took place, which broadened their manufacturing capabilities, such as cabinet signs, wall signs, and pole signs.

Maurice's son Jay Williams joined the company in 1945, after his discharge from the US Air Force as a pilot. Jay concentrated on mastering the manufacturing of all custom signs and the servicing side of the business. He also learned the art of the neon tube bending and manufactured neon signs. While his father concentrated on the sales and the design end of the business. Some of the well-noted vintage signs that were manufactured in the late 1940s and early 1950s were for the LA County Fair. These reminders of a bygone era included the ultra-modern Flower and Garden sign, the Grandstand Marquee, and the most spectacular of all, the Fun Zone arch - a multicolored rainbow of glowing neon reaching 100 feet across, standing 40 feet high and accented with neon-colored letters, stars, and musical notes.

Jay's daughter Sharon Willison joined the company in 1987, and Sharon's son Chad Bruce started learning the sign business in 1989, following his grandfather's footsteps. At one time, there were four generations working in this office, which was quite remarkable. There have been numerous changes in the sign industry throughout the years and generations, which you can check out on our website or by stopping by our office. Williams Sign Co. takes pride in its heritage and continues to grow with the times of new technologies to produce a quality product for its customers. We look forward to working with our customers as a team to achieve the advertisement needs they are looking for.

Sign Gallery

Williams Sign Co. is dedicated to providing a wide variety of signage solutions for our clients. Our gallery showcases some of the best examples of our work, including wall signs, flag mount signs, message displays, directional signs, neon signs, pole signs, monument signs, NHRA "AutoClub Raceway" installation, non-illuminated letters, illuminated channel letters, and more. Each sign is meticulously crafted to meet the specific needs of our clients, ensuring that they stand out and attract attention.

Services

Williams Sign Co. offers a full range of signage services, including design, manufacturing, installation, and maintenance. Our team of experienced professionals works closely with clients to understand their needs and preferences, ensuring that the final product exceeds their expectations. Whether you need a simple wall sign or a complex neon installation, we have the skills and resources to deliver high-quality results.