Working With Local Community Colleges to Promote Skilled Trades Training
If you’re ever out and about in Wilmington or Columbus County and spot tractor trailers wrapped in bold, full color photographs of men and women welding, surveying, or installing HVAC equipment, then you’re getting a glimpse of the skilled trades pipeline that’s taking shape right here in southeastern North Carolina. These... Read More
Why You Should Plan for Signage Earlier in the Building Process
On many commercial projects, signage doesn’t come up until the building is nearly complete. At that point, timelines are tight, options are limited, and teams are focused on turnover and final punch lists. What should be a seamless part of the project can quickly turn into a last-minute scramble. So, when... Read More
Exterior Signage and Curb Appeal: First Impressions for Multi-Family Developments
Between sweeping water views, historic character, and a laid-back coastal pace, it’s easy to see why the Wilmington area continues to attract new residents. Over the past decade, the region has experienced more than 20 percent population growth as people from across the country seek a lifestyle that balances opportunity with... Read More
2025 Wrapped: The Projects That Shaped Our Year
Every year brings its own mix of challenges, growth, and moments that remind us why we love what we do. This year was no exception. From oceanfront landmarks to healthcare facilities, multi-family developments, and custom fabrication work, our team had the opportunity to help shape how brands show up across the... Read More
Behind the Scenes: A Day in the Life of a Designer & Project Manager at Port City Signs & Graphics
When you see one of our beautiful monument signs, eye-catching wrapped vehicles, or bold graphics transforming a space, you’re seeing the result of a team effort here at Port City Signs & Graphics. Behind the scenes, among the people helping shape each project from concept to completion are our Sign Designers/Project... Read More
Creating a Sense of Place at Terrapin: Even in Its Earliest Stages
Swimming pools, pickleball courts, walking trails, and firepits. None of these features exist yet at the Terrapin development in Leland, but even in this early stage, future residents can already picture themselves not only living there but building a life there. That’s because the signage we have installed is helping the... Read More
The Oceaneer Hotel: How Custom Signage Elevated a Carolina Beach Landmark
When you’re rebranding a hotel, every detail matters, and that includes the signs. The Oceaneer Hotel, a Carolina Beach landmark since the 1970s, recently underwent a full transformation into a modern, boutique-style retreat just steps from the water. The goal was simple but ambitious: to create a refreshed, cohesive guest experience... Read More
Fast Signs, Lasting Quality: Why You Don’t Have to Choose
Picture this: a local restaurant needs banners up before their grand opening. A construction team wants yard signs on-site to showcase their latest project before inspections wrap up. Or maybe a real estate agent has a big open house coming up and realizes they need professional for-sale signage… fast. In those... Read More
Getting Properties Noticed with Commercial Real Estate Signs in Wilmington & Southeastern NC
When it comes to selling or leasing commercial real estate, you may only have a split second to get your property noticed by people driving by. That’s where the right signage comes in. A well-designed commercial real estate sign doesn’t just share information; it creates visibility, builds credibility, and helps brokers... Read More
Precision and Performance: Our Matthews Paint Mixing System and Paint Booth
At Port City Signs & Graphics, we’re always looking for ways to deliver the highest quality signage for our clients. One recent investment — the Matthews Paint Mixing System and a new ETL-listed semi-downdraft paint booth — takes our in-house painting capabilities to the next level. These upgrades give us complete... Read More