Parking Lot Striping in Baytown, TX

Parking lot striping looks simple, but restriping is the moment accessible parking has to meet current rules. The Department of Justice says that when a lot is restriped, the accessible spaces must be provided in the number and design the 2010 ADA Standards require. That means the right count of accessible spaces for the lot size, access aisles of the right width, at least one van-accessible space for every six accessible spaces, and signs mounted at the right height.

What we stripe

• Standard stalls and angled stalls
• Accessible spaces, access aisles and symbols
• Arrows, stop bars and crosswalks
• Fire lanes and loading zones
• Curb paint and stenciled words or numbers

Restripe or new layout

Restriping follows the existing lines. A new layout, after paving or a change in how the lot is used, costs more because it is measured out from scratch; HomeGuide puts it at 20 to 50 percent more than restriping. A new layout is also the chance to fix traffic flow, add spaces or move accessible spaces closer to the entrance.

Timing

Striping paint dries quickly in warm weather, but it needs clean, dry pavement. After new paving or a sealcoat, we stripe once the surface is ready. Lots are done in sections or after hours so the business stays open.

Weather and wear

Sun and rain fade lines faster on the Gulf Coast than in milder climates, and truck traffic scuffs them at entrances. Many lots here need restriping every year or two to stay sharp.

Accessible space basics

Under the 2010 Standards, a car-accessible space is at least 96 inches wide with an access aisle of at least 60 inches, and a van-accessible space is either 132 inches wide with a 60-inch aisle or 96 inches wide with a 96-inch aisle. Accessible spaces and aisles need to be nearly level, with slopes no steeper than 1:48, and signs are mounted so the bottom is at least 60 inches above the ground. We lay out spaces to those numbers and point out where the existing pavement slope may be a problem.

Fire lanes and curbs

Fire lane markings and red curbs are set by the local fire marshal. We follow the requirements you have been given, and paint lettering and curbs to match.