Greater Manchester
Projecting signs in Greater Manchester
Before fixing anything over the pavement in Greater Manchester, we check what clearance the highway or roads authority expects and whether it needs a licence.
Bracket position matters on sensitive buildings in the North West, especially if your Greater Manchester premises are listed or in a conservation area. Upper-floor businesses in the North West can use a projecting sign to show customers which Greater Manchester door leads to them.
What do we offer in Greater Manchester?
How much does it cost in Greater Manchester?
The guide price is £295 to £995 ex VAT per sign. Bracket fixings depend on the wall, so we check the brick, stone or render on your Greater Manchester premises at the outset. The price we confirm in writing includes travel and access.
Check the planning rules for Greater Manchester
Which towns do you cover?
- Altrincham
- Ashton-under-Lyne
- Bolton
- Bury
- Cheadle
- Eccles
- Failsworth
- Farnworth
- Heywood
- Horwich
- Irlam
- Leigh
- Manchester
- Middleton
- Oldham
- Radcliffe
- Rochdale
- Sale
- Salford
- Stockport
- Stretford
- Swinton
- Urmston
- Wigan
Common questions
Do you cover all of Greater Manchester?
Yes. ShopFronts UK works across Greater Manchester, including Altrincham, Ashton-under-Lyne, Bolton, Bury.
Do I need permission for a projecting sign?
Often, yes. In England, non-illuminated signs may have deemed consent, but lit ones lose that route in conservation areas and similar places. The highway authority may also license anything over the pavement. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have their own rules, and we check these first.
Who is responsible if a sign falls?
Usually the person who owns or controls the sign, which makes regular checks worthwhile. Your public liability cover should include it, and your lease may say who maintains it. Look at the bracket and fixings every so often, particularly after high winds.
Will a projecting sign damage my wall?
It should not, if the bracket is fixed into sound masonry with the right anchors. Older brick or stone may need different fixings, and listed buildings will need consent. We check the wall first and use mortar joints for fixings where that is the better choice.
Projecting signs in Greater Manchester
One contract, written quote and a 10-year workmanship guarantee.