House Number Size Requirements

People may not think house number signs are important, but most often, it's the small touches that catch others' attention. House number signs are a great way to personalize the exterior of your home. But before you install them, it's wise to be mindful of the house number size requirements.

House Number Size Requirements

Whether you are moving into a newly built house or just moving from one house to another, you may want to put up your address numbers to fit the exterior design. 

House numbers on your home's exterior are a great way to add a personal touch while making it easier for people to find your house. So, what are the standard size requirements for house numbers? We advise yours to be 6 to 10 inches tall.

NUMBER VISIBILITY

The first thing you should keep in mind when choosing the size of your house numbers is their visibility, especially at night. If they are not visible from the street, no one can find your home, whether it's your guests or first responders.

The main point of adding backlit house number signs is to make your house easy to identify, especially in an emergency. The size of the address numbers you choose impacts their visibility from the street. 

For instance, smaller numbers are unlikely to have high visibility if your house sits further from the street. In this case, you should choose larger-sized house numbers to ensure they are visible from the street.

However, if your house is near the street, you may choose average-sized house numbers. These smaller numbers will be visible as your house is closer to the street.

PLACEMENT GUIDELINES 

There are many ways to display your backlit house number signs. Most states may also have placement guidelines to ensure they can be seen clearly. For instance, some states say the house number placement must be above or at the side of the house door so they are visible from the street line. But for houses that are further from the street line, the number placement may be:

• Near the walk driveway
• On a mailbox
• Gate post
• Fence

Generally, the most important thing about house number placement is that you can see them from the street. Another thing you should keep in mind is the spacing between the numbers during placement. Properly spaced numbers will enhance the numbers' visibility.

And keep in mind, if you install the house numbers too close to each other, it may be hard to tell them apart.

Numbers size specifications 

In general, we recommend our clients start from 6 inches regarding the address numbers' size.

So, how far away should house numbers be visible from the street? Depending on the distance, we recommend you consider the following size requirements.

• Less than 100 feet - 6 inches or larger
• From 100 to 150 feet - 8 inches or larger
• From 151 to 250 feet - 12 inches or larger
• More than 250 feet - 15 inches or larger

NUMBERING REGULATIONS 

You should check out if there are any jurisdiction regulations when it comes to displaying addresses. Display house numbers according to the local requirements. This is important because you may be forced to pay a fine if your house number violates the jurisdiction regulations. 

Besides height requirements, many states also require that the numbers be of a certain thickness. Some other regulations may include:

• Contrasting color to the background - Having reflective address numbers makes your house much easier to spot at night. This is why contrasting colors are better. 
• Unobscured view - You should ensure the view of your house number from the street is not obscured by anything. This includes trees, shrubs, or other immovable objects. 
• Face the street - Your house numbers should be placed to face the street named in your address. The numbers facing the street are especially important for first responders. The consequences could be disastrous if they can't find the right house during an emergency.

Style and design

When it comes to style and design, there are plenty of ways you can get creative with house number placement. You can display the numbers in various fonts, styles, and designs as long as they are visible.We offer customizations.

We provide house numbers made from durable stainless steel in front and acrylic in back to ensure they last for years. The most common materials for house numbers include the following:

• Metal
• Wood
• Stainless steel
• Plastic with chrome finish

Remember to choose the material best for the local climate. You want the house numbers to withstand the yearly weather changes without damage.

Moreover, when it comes to font style and design, the most popular among our clients is a modern minimalist one. This is because it adds a sophisticated edge to the overall exterior look of the house.

Conclusion

As you can see, visibility is a driving factor when it comes to house number size requirements. You should choose a size for your house numbers that ensure they can be seen clearly from your street's line. Plus, if you want to ensure your address visibility even at night, use backlit house number style for your house.

Altogether, if you want modern house numbers handcrafted with care, you can contact us at Modern House Numbers for the impeccable quality and top tier service!