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Improve safety and traffic control with speed bump installation in Garland, TX. We install asphalt speed humps, curbs, and related accessories that calm traffic, protect pedestrians, and help organize your lot or private drive.
Precision Asphalt Garland provides professional speed bump installation throughout Garland, TX, Texas and the surrounding area. Our licensed, insured crew delivers safe, clean, on-time work with a free estimate before anything begins. Call (469) 949-1928 or request your free quote.
Engineered speed bump installation for Garland traffic patterns
Precision Asphalt Garland designs and installs speed bumps that actually work for the way your traffic moves, not just for how a catalog photo looks. Before we recommend any layout, we walk the site, count drive entries, check turning radii, and note where drivers tend to accelerate or cut corners. For apartment communities, schools, small shopping centers, and HOA streets in Garland, the goal is usually to slow vehicles to 10 to 15 mph without creating harsh impacts that damage suspensions.
We typically install asphalt speed bumps and speed humps using hot mix asphalt placed over a properly cleaned and tack-coated surface. For existing lots, we saw cut or grind the edges where needed so the new bump bonds to sound pavement instead of loose or oxidized asphalt. On new projects, we incorporate the bump into the paving schedule so it ties into the base and surface courses with a single continuous mat.
We pay close attention to profile. A typical Garland parking lot speed bump is 3 to 4 inches high with a 12 to 24 inch travel distance, and speed humps are longer for smoother crossing. Too steep and drivers will cross at an angle or avoid the driveway. Too flat and cars will blast over it with no speed reduction. Our crews shape each bump by hand while the mix is hot, then compact it with small vibratory rollers and plate compactors to create a dense, consistent profile that will hold up under both Texas heat and repeated traffic.
Curbs that control water, parking, and pedestrians
Curbs do more than frame your pavement. When built correctly, they control drainage, protect landscaping, and keep vehicles where they belong. Precision Asphalt Garland installs new asphalt and concrete curbs and repairs failed sections so your lot or private street works the way it should in real Garland weather.
We start by identifying what each curb needs to do: retain soil, separate traffic and walkways, channel water to inlets, or simply provide wheel stops. For commercial sites along North Garland Avenue or near the President George Bush Turnpike, we often recommend concrete extruded curbs that stand up to delivery trucks and garbage trucks. In smaller lots, asphalt roll curbs can be more cost effective and easier to tie into resurfacing work.
Proper subgrade preparation is critical. We excavate soft spots, compact the base, and, for concrete curbs, set string lines to exact elevations so stormwater actually flows to drains instead of forming ponds in front of entrances. For asphalt curbs, we fuse them to freshly placed mat or tack coat the existing edge before building up and compacting. We also match curb transitions to ADA ramps and crosswalks so pedestrians do not face tripping hazards or standing water.
Smart accessories: wheel stops, bollards, signs, and striping integration
Speed bumps and curbs work best when they are part of a complete traffic control system. Precision Asphalt Garland can install the related asphalt accessories that keep vehicles, pedestrians, and property safe. This includes wheel stops, bollards, traffic signs, pavement markings, and reflectors that are coordinated with your layout instead of sprinkled randomly.
For wheel stops, we offer concrete, recycled rubber, and plastic options, each with different pros and cons. Concrete is durable but heavier and more likely to spall if frequently hit by plow blades or lift trucks. Rubber is easier to replace and more forgiving on vehicles, which can be valuable in tight Garland apartment parking where stalls are full every night. We anchor them with rebar pins or heavy duty spikes driven into drilled holes, always keeping clear of underground utilities.
We also set steel bollards filled with concrete at garage doors, fuel islands, or building corners that get clipped by distracted drivers. Posts are typically set in 18 to 30 inches of concrete footing depending on expected impact loads, then capped and painted or fitted with high visibility covers. When we add or move speed bumps or curbs, we update traffic signs, arrows, fire lane markings, and crosswalks so drivers get clear, consistent cues the moment the new work opens.
How we plan and design speed bump installation for your property
Good speed bump installation starts on paper, not from the back of the truck. During our site visit, we measure drive lanes, note turning movements, and ask how your property is actually used at different times of day. A school on Northwest Highway has a very different pattern from a warehouse off Jupiter Road, and your design should reflect that.
We consider emergency access first. Fire trucks and ambulances need to move through your drives without damaging equipment or losing time, so we coordinate bump placement with city access expectations and keep direct emergency routes as smooth as possible. For long drives, we might use a mix of traditional speed bumps at pedestrian crossings and longer, lower humps near entries to taper speeds gradually.
Spacing is just as important as size. Place bumps too close and drivers become frustrated and look for bypasses through alleys or landscaping. Place them too far apart and speeds creep back up. As a rule of thumb, in Garland multifamily lots with 20 to 25 mph desired speeds, we start with 120 to 200 feet between devices, then adjust based on drive length and sight lines. Our proposals include a simple plan sketch so you can see exactly where each accessory will go before any work begins.
Installation process and how Texas conditions affect your project
Hot North Texas weather is tough on asphalt. It softens mix on summer afternoons, accelerates oxidation, and bakes paint and thermoplastic markings. Precision Asphalt Garland schedules speed bump installation and curb work by temperature and sun exposure so you get dense, long lasting results instead of scuffed, rutted bumps.
On installation day we begin by barricading the work area and posting temporary signs so tenants or customers are not surprised. We power broom, blow, and sometimes pressure wash the existing surface to remove dust and oil. Any cracks or potholes in the footprint of the bump or curb are cut out and patched so we are building on sound material. Then we apply tack coat to promote bonding between old and new asphalt.
We place hot mix asphalt directly from the truck into the prepared area, rake it into shape, then compact with proper rolling patterns. In hotter months, we favor early morning or late evening work so the mix cools to stable temperatures before heavy traffic returns. Once the asphalt is cooled enough to support striping, we add reflective paint or thermoplastic stripes and chevrons on the bumps so they are visible in night rain, which is common during spring storms in Garland.
For concrete curbs and bollards, we use ready mix concrete designed for exterior flatwork, rod and vibrate around dowels or rebar where needed, and finish with consistent edges and joints. Cure times are planned around your business hours so sections can reopen as fast as practical without compromising strength.
Costs, options, and what impacts your price
Speed bump installation and curb work are not one price fits all. Precision Asphalt Garland gives itemized estimates so you know exactly where your money is going. The main cost drivers are quantity, size and profile, material choice, and how much surface repair is required before we build.
Quantity and layout matter first. Installing five bumps in a single clear drive lane is more efficient per unit than installing two bumps across several separate parking areas that all require separate traffic control and setup. Profile affects cost as well. Longer, gradual humps use more material and labor than short, sharp bumps but may be the right choice if you have a mix of cars and delivery trucks.
Materials also change the budget. Asphalt bumps that tie into an existing asphalt lot are usually the most economical solution. Prefabricated rubber or plastic devices require less hot work but cost more per linear foot and still need careful anchoring and layout. Concrete curbs are more expensive than asphalt roll curbs upfront but frequently cheaper over the lifetime of a busy commercial site.
Finally, existing pavement condition can add scope. If the area where you want a bump is cracked, alligatored, or pumping water, we will recommend localized patching or base repair before installation. Fixing these problems during the project prevents premature failure where the bump or curb meets the old pavement and avoids the wasted cost of rebuilding the same area again in a year or two.
What Garland property owners should check before hiring a contractor
Before you hire anyone for speed bump installation or asphalt accessories, there are a few things worth checking that can save you headaches later. Precision Asphalt Garland is fully insured and experienced with local expectations, and we urge you to ask any contractor for proof of liability and workers compensation coverage on every project.
Ask how they handle traffic control and communication with tenants or customers. On busy Garland sites like medical offices or retail centers, poorly managed closures can cause chaos. Our standard practice is to provide a simple closure map and schedule, coordinate with property managers in advance, and post cones, tape, and temporary directional signs the day of work.
Make sure your contractor is familiar with local drainage patterns and city requirements. Adding curbs or redirecting water in the wrong way can push runoff toward neighboring properties or building entries. We review slopes, inlet locations, and existing curb cuts, then design additions that support, not disrupt, the drainage that already works. We can also coordinate with your engineer or city contacts if your project is part of a larger site improvement.
Finally, ask about warranty and maintenance. We explain how to keep bumps visible with periodic re-striping, when to reseal adjacent asphalt, and what to watch for, such as early cracking at joints or settlement at curb ends. When you call Precision Asphalt Garland, you get a team prepared to discuss the details, not just the price, so your traffic calming and curb work performs the way you expect for years.
