Custom Message Boards in Gill, MA

Communicate Clearly with Changeable Signage

When your message needs to change regularly, a custom message board offers the perfect solution. At Hale Custom Signs Inc., we fabricate manual and digital message boards for businesses, schools, churches, and municipalities throughout Gill and Western Massachusetts.


Whether you're announcing events, promoting special offers, or keeping your community informed, we’ll help you design the right board—built for visibility, durability, and ease of use.

Built for Visibility & Ease of Use

We ensure your board is readable from the appropriate distance and accessible for easy updates. Our changeable letter boards include:


  • Durable polycarbonate or acrylic windows

  • Aluminum or powder-coated steel frames

  • Weather-sealed, vandal-resistant housings

  • White or black backgrounds with contrasting lettering

  • Optional interior lighting for night visibility

Digital systems come with training on use, tech support resources, and user-friendly scheduling features.

Ideal Applications for Message Boards

  • Public schools and universities

  • Churches and places of worship

  • Town halls and government centers

  • Fire and police departments

  • Event venues and arenas

  • Shopping centers and restaurants

  • Gas stations and convenience stores

Message Board Types We Offer

All boards are sized and styled to match your space and brand identity.

We build message board systems that are either standalone or integrated with larger signage. Choose from:

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Changeable Letter Signs (Manual)

  • Track-based boards with slot-in letters

  • Ideal for schools, churches, and seasonal messaging

  • Weatherproof, lockable frames available

  • Mounted to freestanding posts, wall panels, or cabinet bases
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LED Digital Message Centers

  • Programmable text and graphics

  • Day/night auto-brightness control

  • Controlled remotely via software or app

  • Ideal for busy streets and municipal visibility
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Combination Signs

  • Message board base with routed or illuminated business branding above

  • Great for retail plazas, civic buildings, or public spaces needing both ID and announcements

Why Choose Hale Custom Signs?

We’re not just ordering and installing off-the-shelf products—we build every board with your location and needs in mind. From small portable signs to full LED panels, we provide:


  • Custom design and size recommendations

  • Material selection based on sun and weather exposure

  • Full installation with footers, framing, and electric connections (if applicable)

  • Design integration with your existing signage or brand style

  • Honest advice on whether manual or digital is right for you

Our team is local, experienced, and responsive from concept to install.

FAQs About Directory Signs

  • Which is better—manual or digital message boards?

     Manual boards are affordable, simple, and reliable. Digital boards allow real-time updates and animations but require a larger investment and power supply.


  • How often can I update a manual message board?

    As often as needed. Most clients update them weekly or for each event.


  • Do you provide the letter sets?

     Yes. We offer full letter kits in various sizes, styles, and cases.


  • What’s required to power a digital sign?

    A standard power source and data connection. We’ll coordinate with your electrician or recommend one.


  • Can the message board be part of a larger sign structure?

    Definitely. We often build message boards into monument signs, pylon signs, or post-and-panel systems.


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Ready to Share Your Message?

Whether you're welcoming students, advertising services, or updating the community, Hale Custom Signs Inc. builds message boards that deliver clarity and reliability. Let’s design one that works for your audience and budget.


Call (413) 774-5663 or email dan@halecustomsigns.com for a quote or consultation.
We’re located at 277 French King Highway, Gill, MA and serve all of Western Massachusetts.