Installation Services

The Howard Company offers a flexible installation program for any product we sell! We are your one-stop source, from the start of your restaurant or retail equipment search to signing off on project completion with the installer.

The installation process has several stages. Download our Drive-Thru Checklist to get a sense of the steps involved. We want to ensure you are happy with your product and that it will operate in every way to meet your expectations. We know that well-managed drive-thru installations are a big part of your satisfaction.

Why do you need so much information so early?

Due to many factors, the more information we have up front, the better. Because of persistent labor shortages in skilled trades, in order to meet your timeline we need to reserve time with our partners to do your work well in advance.

Why doesn't The Howard Company pull the permits?

Simply put, we are not in your area. If you have a general contractor or sign company, they may do it for you. Make sure you check with them early on, so the project does not get held up.

What if my dates change?

We recognize that things change. The key is to let us know as soon as something changes. If we have an installation appointment scheduled it is especially important to let us know as you will be charged for the trip, even if the installer turns around and leaves.

Why do you need to know the IT person?

If you have digital screens, we need to discuss the setup for connecting them to the internet. We have specific data requirements, and if we can get with the IT person, we can make sure IT infrastructure will support what is needed for the screens to be updated and supported.

"Our internal team noted the successful collaboration between ZFI and you guys. I know both Katherine and I have appreciated all the work, planning and responsiveness you've provided to us through the project. Another big plus for our team was having access to your portal as a reference when speaking to the stores and Licensees. Thanks so much for allowing us to utilize that system as well..."

Jill Turner
Director of PMO, Zaxby's Franchising, Inc

"We chose Howard because of their ability to keep us updated every day on the status of our project installations"

-Representative of a nationally recognized bank when The Howard Company was asked to rebrand recently purchased branches with their new identities

"Access to the data management tool helped cement our decision to work with Howard when we needed to update stores state-wide with new POP materials."

-Representative of a large state lottery