In summary, if you're keen to join Signs Express by purchasing a resale business, but there isn't one currently available in your preferred territory — our conversion model offers the ideal solution!
Conversion Opportunities with Signs Express
Benefits of Our Conversion Model
A hybrid of all three models, a Signs Express conversion sees us work with you to find an independent signage business for sale (in one of our vacant territories) and then help you to purchase it and convert it to a Signs Express in the process.
With this route, Signs Express works closely with you to identify and secure an independent signage business that is available for purchase within one of our vacant or strategic growth territories. Once a suitable business is found, we guide you through the purchase process and support you in rebranding and transitioning it into a fully operational Signs Express centre.
This approach allows you to take over an existing business with assets, customers, and local presence — but with the added value of national brand recognition, tried-and-tested systems, and ongoing expert support.
Benefits of a Conversion:
Faster Market Entry: Skip the start-up phase by acquiring an existing independent signage business in a brand-new location for Signs Express, complete with assets, premises, and customer relationships.
Established Local Presence: Benefit from the goodwill and reputation already built within the local area, helping you generate revenue from day one.
National Brand Backing: Rebrand under the trusted Signs Express name and gain immediate credibility, marketing power, and access to national accounts.
Comprehensive Support: Receive expert guidance throughout the purchase, transition, and beyond — including training, marketing, operations, and business development support from the Franchise Support Centre.
Lower Risk, Greater Potential: Invest in a business with proven trading history and combine it with a franchise model that has over 35 years of success — reducing risk and increasing growth potential.
Our model, your business.
To start your franchise career, contact us to discuss our conversion opportunities today.
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FAQs
- Q. What Training do you offer new Franchisees?Collapse
Our onboarding and training package for all new franchisees includes a three-week intensive training course equipping you with the skills to run a successful Signs Express business, consisting of classroom training and immersive in-centre experiences.
- Q. What ongoing Support do you offer your Franchisees?Expand
With a commitment to help you grow your business and achieve your goals, we offer extensive training and support to our franchisees to ensure you are set up for success.
- Q. Why are you looking for independent businesses to join your brand?Expand
Whilst we’re always looking for new franchisees to join our fantastic industry, we’re also looking at diversifying our outreach, therefore we are looking for existing, well-established, reputable signage companies in certain locations to join our award-winning network and become part of the Signs Express brand as we continue to expand and grow UK wide.

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