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Neighborhood Watch Signs
Block captains, HOA boards and neighbors who run a watch group post neighborhood watch signs at the main entrance and at corners with steady foot traffic. The sign tells people passing through that residents keep an eye on the street.
18" x 12"
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Neighborhood Watch Sign prices
| Size | Aluminum | Plastic | Reflective |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12" x 12" | $42.95 | $25.95 | Not offered |
| 12" x 18" | $42.95 | $25.95 | $68.95 |
| 18" x 12" | $42.95 | $25.95 | $68.95 |
| 24" x 18" | $63.95 | $40.95 | $137.95 |
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Where neighborhood watch signs are used
A neighborhood watch sign goes at the entrance of a townhome cul-de-sac, the corner of a park path used by joggers, or the gate of a retirement villa where residents walk each evening. Residents want passers by to know that neighbors pay attention to the street. A pair of signs at either end of a long block makes the message clear from both directions. Walkers and drivers see it before they reach the houses, which sets the tone for the whole block.
Choosing the size and where to hang it
Drivers and walkers read the sign first from a post at the entrance, set at about eye height. The 24 in x 18 in size reads from a car at a corner, and the 18 in x 12 in size suits a small path sign. Aluminum takes weather on an outdoor post. Plastic works on a covered bus shelter wall, or inside a clubhouse. Place the sign where the street meets the neighborhood, not in a sight line a driver needs.
Questions about neighborhood watch signs
Should I check with the police first?
Yes, it is a sensible step. The wording includes WE CALL THE POLICE, so ask your local department whether a watch group should use that line and how it wants to be contacted. Check local rules for any sign on a public street.
Where should a watch sign be placed?
Put one at each entrance where cars or walkers come in, and one on a corner that sees steady foot traffic. Aluminum mounts on a post through its corner holes. Plastic can be hung from a fence with its brass grommets.
Which colors fit a watch sign?
Black on yellow and white on blue are the two colors offered. Black on yellow has a high-visibility road look, and white on blue reads as a calm community sign.
Who should I talk to before posting?
Start with your HOA or the owners' group, if there is one, and then the local police department. Ask whether the department has a neighborhood program or a contact person. Check your state and local rules for signs on public property, since a sign on a public curb can need a permit.
Does the sign mean the street is patrolled?
No. The sign tells people that residents watch the street, but it does not promise patrols or a set response. Keep the printed words accurate for your group, and update the sign if the program changes. A short, honest sign works better with neighbors than a claim the group cannot keep.
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