11/08/2023
What are set up fees?
Set-up fees are a standard practice in the screen printing industry because they reflect the time, materials, and expertise required to prepare for a successful printing job. Such as screen and pallet preparation, ink color mixing, workstation setup, measurements and placement. Some screen printing shops may offer "no-set-up fee" promotions to attract customers, but these fees are typically incorporated into the overall cost of the printed garments or items. When you see a flat rate for a custom garment, it often means that the set-up costs have already been factored into the price.
It's important for customers to understand the role of set-up fees and appreciate that they are necessary to ensure the quality and precision of custom screen printing. So when people ask us about our set up fees we are transparent about these fees and their inclusion in our pricing structure.
