How to Buy a Billboard
To buy a billboard, get your price, choose your city and run length, send your message, approve the design and go live. With E&J Billboards, design is free, approval is usually within 72 hours, and a live billboard account manager helps you at every step. Shout-outs start at $150.
How to buy a billboard in 6 steps
- Get your price. Use the billboard cost guide or call (888) 999-3241.
- Choose your city. Pick the market where your customers drive, shop or live.
- Choose your run length. Shout-outs run 15 minutes, 1 hour or 1 day. Business campaigns run 4 days, 4 weeks or monthly.
- Send your message. Send your text, photo or logo. E&J prepares the artwork for free.
- Approve your ad. You approve the design before it runs. Approval is usually within 72 hours.
- Go live and get proof. E&J sends proof showing how your billboard played, including the day and time it actually played. Photos can be provided when an E&J billboard agent is available in the area.
Prices to expect
| Option | Starting price |
|---|---|
| Shout-out, 15 minutes | $150 |
| Shout-out, 1 hour | $250 |
| Shout-out, 1 day | $400 |
| Business campaign, 4 days | $400+ |
| Business campaign, 4 weeks | $2,000+ |
| Business campaign, monthly | $750+ |
Play counts are estimates and ads play in rotation with other advertisers. Final price depends on the city and board.
Hours and contact
Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Saturday 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Sunday closed. Text or email anytime at (888) 999-3241 or info@eandjbillboards.com.
Frequently asked questions
How do I buy a billboard for the first time?
Get a price, choose a city and run length, send your message and approve the design. E&J handles the artwork and booking.
How much does it cost to buy a billboard?
Shout-outs are $150 for 15 minutes, $250 for 1 hour and $400 for 1 day. Business campaigns start at $400+ for 4 days. Price depends on the city and board.
How long does it take to get a billboard live?
Artwork approval is usually within 72 hours, depending on the board and availability.
Do I need my own artwork?
No. E&J designs your ad for free. You can also send your own.
Keep reading
- Billboard cost guide
- Is a billboard worth it? Free calculator
- How billboard advertising works
- E&J Billboards facts, prices and policies
- Talk to a live billboard account manager
- What affects billboard price
- Billboard agency vs. buying direct
Prices shown are starting guides. Final price depends on the city, the billboard and availability. Call or text (888) 999-3241 or email info@eandjbillboards.com.