Structural Inspections:
Keeping Your Signs Standing Strong
Across the U.S., there are more than 2 million freestanding signs guiding customers every day. Many of these were built decades ago, before today’s codes and weather standards. The question is: are they still safe and secure?
That’s where Elrod Engineering comes in. Our structural inspections help protect your investment by catching issues early and extending the life of your signs. We review welds, bolts, pipe thickness, porosity, and base pipes above and below ground. Working alongside you and partnering with Certified Welding Inspectors to deliver thorough, reliable results.
The outcome? Clear recommendations and preventative solutions that give you peace of mind that your structures can weather the next storm.
With Elrod Engineering, inspections aren’t just a check box—they’re a safeguard for your brand.
Close-up of a metal pole with a welded joint, marked with the text "180°" and "SI-W2" written on it, against a background of blue sky.
Close-up of a wooden post with handwritten markings in blue ink, including '180°', '52-W2'. In the background, a highway with a white semi-truck driving by and some trees under a clear blue sky are visible.
Close-up of a syringe with a needle, held in a person's hand.
Close-up view of a partial white 'Welcome' sign on a light-colored wall.
A freshly dug trench in the ground next to a metal pole, with grass on either side.
Close-up of a weathered and corroded metal pole with peeling paint, outdoor setting, timestamp 2018/04/09 19:01:06.
Close-up of a rusted industrial metal structure with bolts on a concrete surface.
Close-up of a large blue cylindrical industrial tank or silo outdoors.
Close-up of a small frog on a metal surface outdoors, with a landscape and sky in the background.
A close-up of a metal structure with two bolts, showing signs of rust and weathering, against a background of grass and plants.
Close-up of a white utility pole with three pieces of blue tape and a black square, with an outdoor rural landscape in the background.
Close-up of a metal surface with rust and peeling paint, measuring approximately 1.75 inches with a tape measure, attached to a pipe or cylindrical object, with wires connected to it in an outdoor setting.
Close-up of a fusible link alarm with a large red switch and a sticker indicating "5 single" on a blue surface.
Close-up of a rusty metal tank with peeling paint and corrosion at the top edge.
Close-up of black industrial pipes with handwritten labels in chalk or marker, including 'S1 Wa' and 'N P solar 7'.
Close-up of a damaged brown metal railing and post with cracked and peeling paint on a porch or balcony
Close-up of a metal surface with rust and corrosion, possibly a damaged or old part of machinery or furniture.
Close-up of rusty, corroded metal surface on a vehicle or appliance with visible rust and grime.
Close-up of a partially eaten chocolate cake with a bite taken out.
Close-up of a large vertical blue pipe with three numbered circular labels, part of an outdoor structure. The top of the pipe has a dark black rim with some rust and dirt.
Close-up of a rusty metal surface with a roller and roller cover, possibly part of a painting or maintenance tool.