Clothing & Apparel FAQs

Pricing runs by piece and method. Embroidered polos (minimum 12) run $28–$45/shirt, screen-printed t-shirts (minimum 24) run $14–$22/shirt, embroidered hoodies and jackets run $45–$110/piece, and a hi-vis workwear program runs $28–$65/piece. A full crew launch for 10 techs head-to-toe — polos, tees, hoodies, hats, hi-vis, jackets, logo digitized, all sizes stocked — runs $4,500–$9,000 one-time.

Decoration method (embroidery costs more than screen print but holds up better on polos and jackets), garment weight and quality, and order quantity all move the price. We match the method to the garment rather than using the cheapest method across the board.

Yes. Your logo is digitized once, professionally, and the file is stored for every future run — you don't pay a setup fee again on reorders.

Yes, but kept reasonable — embroidered polos start at a minimum of 12, screen-printed tees at a minimum of 24. We won't force a 100-piece order on a 6-person shop.

Toughjobs builds branded apparel programs for trade contractors across the Midwest.

Standard turnaround is 2–3 weeks from artwork approval.

Often, yes. Rush orders (7–10 days) are usually possible with a surcharge, and for ongoing programs we recommend keeping a small reserve of common sizes on hand so new hires can be outfitted same-day.*

Yes. Rush orders (7–10 days) are usually possible with a surcharge on top of the standard 2–3 week turnaround.

Talk to us about your market — no pitch, just a straight read on what would actually move the needle for your business.

Yes. We match embroidery, screen printing, or DTF transfer to the specific garment and use — embroidery for polos, jackets, and hats; screen printing for high-volume tees and hoodies; DTF for smaller runs, complex color, and hi-vis where embroidery would compromise reflectivity.

Full apparel programs — polos, hoodies, hats, hi-vis, jackets — designed, sourced, and delivered, covering everyday uniform pieces, outerwear and seasonal layers, and safety or job-site gear.

Yes. Garment sourcing and decoration (embroidery, screen printing, or DTF, whichever fits the piece) are both part of the program.

Yes — that's the core of the service: everyday uniform polos and shirts, seasonal outerwear, and hi-vis or safety gear for job sites.

Yes. Minimums are kept reasonable for a small crew (12 polos, 24 tees), and a full 10-tech crew launch is a standard package.

Embroidery for polos, jackets, and hats — premium look, durable, ideal for logos. Screen printing for high-volume t-shirts and hoodies — sharp color, cost-effective at scale. DTF transfers for smaller runs, complex color, and hi-vis where embroidery would compromise reflectivity. We pick the right method per garment, not the cheapest one across the board.

Embroidered polos and work shirts, hoodies, softshells, insulated jackets, beanies, and hi-vis vests and shirts for job-site and road work.

Yes. The standard setup is company logo on the left chest with the tech's name on the opposite side.

Yes — apparel is built as part of your coordinated brand system, so logos match your trucks, yard signs, and print collateral rather than looking like a different company.

Yes. We advise on garment brand and weight so shirts don't fade or pill after a handful of washes, and we stock ANSI-rated hi-vis gear where the job requires it.

Yes. Your logo file is stored after the first digitization, and reorder turnaround runs 2–3 weeks for new hires and replacements.

Reach out through the contact page — no pitch, just a straight read on what would actually move the needle for your business.

Embroidery gives a premium, durable look best for polos, jackets, and hats. Screen printing gives sharp color and is cost-effective at scale for high-volume t-shirts and hoodies. DTF (direct-to-film) transfers suit smaller runs, complex color logos, and hi-vis pieces where embroidery would compromise reflectivity.

Yes. Your logo is digitized once and the file is stored for every future run, so reorders don't require redoing setup.