Business Details
Custom Signage & Engraving Experts in Fernie
At Kootenay Signs, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer satisfaction through high-quality products and competitive pricing. Our team specializes in creating visually compelling solutions that help clients stand out while effectively communicating their message. With over 15 years of combined experience in business operations and production, our owners Loretta and Jim Johnson lead a dedicated team focused on exceeding client expectations at every stagefrom initial design concepts to final product delivery.Our commitment to excellence extends to personalized service, innovative design capabilities, and technical expertise in laser engraving, CNC routing, and wide-format printing. We maintain rigorous quality standards while offering diverse solutions including custom signage, awards, vehicle graphics, and promotional items tailored to both local and industrial needs. Our team's deep community ties and passion for craftsmanship ensure every project receives meticulous attention to detail and creative problem-solving.
Services
Laser Engraving
Custom Signage
Vehicle Graphics
Award Production
Graphic Design
3D Sign Creation
Promotional Products
Industrial Signage
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of combined experience in sign-making and engraving.
- Our team provides personalized service from design to final installation.
- We maintain rigorous quality standards for all custom signage and awards.
- Our capabilities include CNC routing, laser engraving, and vehicle graphics.
- We serve both local businesses and industrial clients with tailored solutions.
What people say
Great people and great services
Very skilled and efficient
Best customer service
Great quality
Amazing prices
Services
Laser Engraving
We provide precision laser engraving on materials like wood, leather, glass, and metal. Our service creates permanent, detailed markings for personalized gifts, promotional items, and industrial applications. Clients receive durable, high-quality engravings tailored to their specific needs.
Custom Signage
Our custom signage solutions include vinyl, 3D, and wide-format options for businesses and events. We design and produce signs that enhance brand visibility while meeting specific size, material, and durability requirements. Installation services ensure professional results.
Vehicle Graphics
We create custom vehicle graphics and partial wraps that transform vehicles into mobile advertisements. Our designs combine visual impact with weather-resistant materials for long-lasting outdoor use. Installation services ensure seamless application.
Award Production
We manufacture custom awards, plaques, and trophies with personalized engraving options. Our products cater to corporate recognition programs, sports events, and special occasions using premium materials and precision craftsmanship.
Graphic Design
Our graphic design team develops logos, branding materials, and marketing visuals tailored to client needs. Services include concept development, revisions, and final artwork preparation for print or digital use, ensuring cohesive brand identity.
People
Loretta Johnson
Owner / Production
With 15+ years of business operations experience, Loretta manages daily production and printing operations while maintaining quality standards. Her expertise ensures efficient workflow and client satisfaction.
Jim Johnson
Owner / Production
Jim oversees production operations and golf course PR, combining technical expertise in CNC routing with client relationship management. His leadership ensures quality control and project execution.
Ryley Johnson
Assistant Manager / Graphic Designer
Ryley handles graphic design and laser engraving with a degree in New Media. His skills in logo creation and design overhauls contribute to innovative client solutions.
Questions
What materials can you laser engrave?
We engrave wood, leather, glass, metal, acrylics, and more for personalized gifts, industrial markings, and promotional items.
Do you create custom vehicle graphics?
Yes, we design and install custom vehicle wraps and decals using durable materials for effective mobile advertising solutions.
Can you help with business signage?
We offer complete signage solutions including design, production, and installation for storefronts, directional signs, and safety signage.
What award products do you offer?
We create custom trophies, plaques, medals, and recognition awards with personalized engraving for corporate and event needs.
Reviews (3)
Bob Lorie Parsons
Mar 25, 2021
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Jim, Loretta and Julie are not just friends they go above and beyond always. When my brother passed they made memorial stickers. They have made pictures on canvas, decals for vehicles, wood signs and books, transfers, craft projects and everything has been done with extreme pride and professionalism. They can look after all your needs big and small! Fantastic people fantastic business.
Jana Ostrander-Wenzlawe
Mar 04, 2021
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I 100% recommend working with Kootenay Signs! They provide great service, great value and the installation was done so quickly I didn’t even realize my new Fernie Mountain Fitness signs were up! I approved the work and had new signs within a day. 🙌🏼 thank you!
Kevin Marasco
Mar 24, 2019
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Awesome Service, Great Products!! Would highly recommend! Thank You!!
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