If you run a construction company, a lawn service, a plumbing outfit or any small business with a crew, you already know the shirt problem. New hires show up in whatever they own, the old shirts fade and tear, and every few months someone has to figure out the order all over again. This guide covers how to buy custom work shirts for a small Tallahassee business without making it a recurring headache.
Why matching crew shirts are worth it
- Customers know who you are. A crew in matching shirts looks organized and trustworthy when they pull into a driveway or show up at a job site.
- Free advertising. Your logo and phone number travel with every worker, to every supply house, gas station and lunch stop.
- Less confusion on busy sites. When several trades share a job, matching shirts make it easy to see who works for whom.
- Team pride. People take care of a company they are proud to wear.
Who buys custom work shirts in Tallahassee
Most of our business customers are the kind of local companies that outfit a crew on a repeat schedule: builders and remodelers, deck and fence installers, roofers, concrete and landscaping crews, plumbers, electricians, HVAC techs, auto and tire shops, plus fire departments and school groups. You can see examples in our company shirts collection, including shirts made for Decked Out, Shore Up Foundation Repair, White Oak Construction, AW Lawn Service, Tallahassee Trail & Trade and the City of Tallahassee Fire Department.
How to plan a quarterly shirt order
Construction crews often reorder every quarter, and the order looks very similar each time. A little planning makes that routine.
- Keep a size list. Write down each person’s size so a reorder is a copy and paste, not a guessing game.
- Order a few extra. Add a handful of common sizes for new hires so nobody starts the week in a mismatched shirt.
- Pick a set schedule. Many companies order at the start of each season. Put it on the calendar.
- Keep your logo files. A clean, high-resolution logo (ideally a vector file such as an SVG, EPS or AI) prints sharper than a screenshot.
Choosing the right shirt for the work
The best shirt depends on the job. A few things to think about:
- Color. Darker colors hide dirt and stains better. Lighter colors are cooler in the Florida summer.
- Fabric. Cotton is soft and familiar. Moisture-wicking polyester blends are popular for outdoor crews. Ask about both.
- Fit. Offer a range of sizes, including 2XL and 3XL, so everyone is comfortable.
- Extras. Hoodies for early cold mornings, tank tops for hot jobs and trucker hats for the field round out a crew kit.
Where to put the logo
The classic setup is a small logo on the left chest, with a larger logo and phone number across the back. Superintendents and foremen sometimes get a different design or color so they are easy to spot. We can also add names or roles when you need them.
What to expect when you order from us
- Send your logo and idea. Use our business orders page to tell us what you need.
- Review a mock-up. You see the design before anything is printed.
- Order your sizes. Shirts are made to order, so you are not stuck with leftover stock in the wrong sizes.
- Reorder in minutes. Once your design is set up in our store, adding a new hire or restocking is quick.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to buy a big minimum quantity?
Tell us what you need on the business orders page and we will go over options and pricing with you. Shirts are printed on demand, which helps small crews that only need a handful at a time.
Can I reorder the same design later?
Yes. That is the whole idea. Once your design is set up, you can come back each quarter for more.
Can you print hats and hoodies too?
Yes. Many of our company designs include trucker hats and hoodies alongside tees. Mention them in your quote request.
Are you a local company?
We are headquartered in Tallahassee, Florida. Our shirts are printed and shipped by fulfillment partners, and you can always contact us directly.
Ready to outfit your crew?
Start with our business orders page and tell us about your crew. If you would like to see finished examples first, browse the company shirts we have already made.
