# Rick Signs & Repairs > Family-owned sign repair and commercial lighting company serving Chicago and surrounding Illinois counties since 1989. Specializing in channel letter signs, LED sign repair and retrofits, neon restoration, exterior and interior commercial lighting, custom sign builds, and large-format banner installations. Rick Signs & Repairs is a father-and-son team — Rick Mough and Tymothy Mough — operating out of 1406 W Bryn Mawr Ave, Chicago, IL 60660. We service signs and commercial lighting for local businesses, property management companies, and multi-location national brands across Cook, DuPage, Lake, Will, Kane, and McHenry counties (and beyond — full service area covers most of northern and central Illinois). Flat-rate pricing, 24–48 hour response, bucket truck included. Listed on Service Channel for property manager and multi-site work. ## Services - [Channel Letter Sign Repair](https://ricksigns.com/services/channel-letter-sign-repair): Repair of illuminated storefront channel letter signs — transformers, LED modules, faceplates, acrylic, and wiring fixed on site with bucket truck access. - [LED Sign Repair](https://ricksigns.com/services/led-sign-repair): Dim panels, dead modules, water damage repair, and LED driver replacement for cabinet signs, channel letters, and lightboxes. - [LED Retrofits & Conversions](https://ricksigns.com/services/led-retrofits-conversions): Conversion of fluorescent or neon-lit signs to LED for lower energy costs, less maintenance, and longer lifespan. - [Neon Sign Repair](https://ricksigns.com/services/neon-sign-repair): Glass tube replacement, transformer service, and full vintage neon sign restoration in Chicago. Real neon, color-matched. - [Sign Lighting Repair](https://ricksigns.com/services/sign-lighting-repair): Bulb, ballast, driver, and transformer replacement inside commercial signs — fix the components rather than replace the whole sign. - [Emergency Sign Repair](https://ricksigns.com/services/emergency-sign-repair): Same-day, after-hours, and weekend emergency sign repair for storm damage, grand opening rushes, and urgent service needs. - [Exterior Commercial Lighting](https://ricksigns.com/services/exterior-commercial-lighting): Parking lot pole lights, building floodlights, wall packs, security lighting, and exterior fixture repair with bucket truck service. - [Interior Commercial Lighting](https://ricksigns.com/services/interior-commercial-lighting): Office, retail, warehouse, and industrial interior lighting repair for flickering, dim, or dead fixtures including high-bay and downlighting. - [Custom Sign Builds](https://ricksigns.com/services/custom-signs): Design, fabrication, and installation of custom neon, LED, and channel letter signs through our shop partner, with long-term service included. - [Banner Installations](https://ricksigns.com/services/banner-installations): Large-format vinyl and mesh banner installation for building exteriors, pole-mounted and architectural displays, grand openings, and construction wraps. ## Projects - [Project Portfolio](https://ricksigns.com/projects): Sign repair and installation case studies for Chicago businesses and national brands. Three-and-a-half decades of work. - [Panda Express Multi-Location Sign Service](https://ricksigns.com/projects/panda-express): Ongoing channel letter repair, LED retrofits, exterior lighting, and drive-through menu board service across Panda Express locations in the Chicago area. - [O'Reilly Auto Parts Sign & Lighting](https://ricksigns.com/projects/oreilly-auto-parts): Storefront channel letters, pylon signs, cabinet signs, and parking-lot lighting service for O'Reilly Auto Parts stores across Chicago and suburbs. ## Resources - [Articles & Resources](https://ricksigns.com/resources/articles): Sign maintenance tips, repair guides, LED retrofit explanations, and industry resources for Chicago business owners. - [Neon Sign Repair in Chicago: Cost, Process, and When It's Worth It](https://ricksigns.com/resources/articles/neon-sign-repair-cost-chicago): How much does neon sign repair cost in Chicago? Real ranges, what's involved in the repair, and how to know if your neon is worth saving or time to replace. - [Flat Rate vs. Hourly Sign Repair Pricing: What Chicago Businesses Need to Know](https://ricksigns.com/resources/articles/flat-rate-vs-hourly-sign-repair-pricing): Should you pay flat rate or hourly for sign repair in Chicago? Here's how each pricing model works, when each is better, and how to avoid getting overcharged. - [Parking Lot Lighting Repair in Chicago: Photocells, LEDs, and Routine Service](https://ricksigns.com/resources/articles/parking-lot-lighting-repair-chicago): Your commercial parking lot lights aren't working in Chicago. Here's what fails most, what repair costs, and how property managers keep parking lots lit. - [When to Repair vs. Replace Your Business Sign: A Decision Guide](https://ricksigns.com/resources/articles/repair-vs-replace-business-sign): Is it cheaper to repair your business sign or replace it? Here's how to make the call, what tips the math toward each, and what Chicago repairs typically cost. - [Commercial Sign Repair in Chicago: How to Find a Vendor You Can Trust](https://ricksigns.com/resources/articles/commercial-sign-repair-chicago-vendor): Hiring a sign repair company in Chicago? Here's what to look for, what red flags to avoid, and how to make sure the work gets done right the first time. - [Channel Letter Sign Repair: How Channel Letters Work and What Goes Wrong](https://ricksigns.com/resources/articles/channel-letter-sign-repair-chicago): Channel letter signs are everywhere in Chicago — and they're surprisingly complex. Here's how they work, what fails most, and what repair typically costs. - [Chicago Property Manager's Guide to Sign Repair](https://ricksigns.com/resources/articles/property-manager-sign-repair-guide): Managing signage repairs across multiple Chicago properties? Here's how to vet vendors, work with Service Channel, and keep sign maintenance costs down. - [LED Retrofitting for Business Signs: How to Cut Energy Costs by 70%](https://ricksigns.com/resources/articles/led-sign-retrofit-chicago): LED retrofitting your old business sign cuts energy costs 70% and adds 10 years of life. Here's what's involved, what it costs, and when it pays in Chicago. - [LED Message Board Installation: Costs and What to Expect for Chicago Businesses](https://ricksigns.com/resources/articles/led-message-board-install-chicago): Considering an LED message board for your Chicago business? Here’s what installation costs, what’s involved, permits needed, and what to expect. - [Why Did My Business Sign Stop Working? A Chicago Sign Shop's Diagnostic Guide](https://ricksigns.com/resources/articles/why-business-sign-stopped-working-chicago): Your storefront sign is dark, flickering, or has letters out. Here's what's actually wrong, what it'll cost to fix, and when to call a Chicago sign repair pro. - [Property Manager Resources](https://ricksigns.com/resources/property-managers): Sign and lighting vendor services for Chicago property management companies — multi-location ready, listed on Service Channel with direct phone dispatch. ## Company - [About Rick Signs & Repairs](https://ricksigns.com/about): The story of Rick and Tymothy Mough — father-son sign repair team serving Chicago since 1989. - [Contact](https://ricksigns.com/contact): Phone (847-809-7900), email (rick@ricksigns.com), and address for Rick Signs & Repairs. - [Get an Estimate](https://ricksigns.com/get-an-estimate): Request a free flat-rate estimate for sign repair or commercial lighting work. 24–48 hour response. ## Optional - [Privacy Policy](https://ricksigns.com/privacy-policy): How Rick Signs & Repairs collects, uses, and protects customer information. - [Terms of Service](https://ricksigns.com/terms-of-service): Terms governing use of ricksigns.com, including trademark policy covering third-party brand references. - [Cookie Policy](https://ricksigns.com/cookie-policy): How ricksigns.com uses cookies for site functionality, analytics, and embedded services.