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Control traffic and protect pedestrians with speed bump installation in Colorado Springs, CO. We install asphalt speed humps, curbs, and parking lot accessories that slow vehicles, define edges, and guide drivers where you need them to go.
Precision Asphalt Colorado Springs provides professional speed bump installation throughout Colorado Springs, CO, Colorado and the surrounding area. Our licensed, insured crew delivers safe, clean, on-time work with a free estimate before anything begins. Call (719) 722-2508 or request your free quote.
Speed bump installation that fits your property and traffic patterns
Speed bumps only work if they are correctly sized, placed, and built for the vehicles that actually use your property. At Precision Asphalt Colorado Springs, we start every speed bump installation with a walk-through of your lot or private road. We look at traffic speed, turning movements, sight lines, drainage paths, and where pedestrians actually walk, not just where the striping says they should.
For most locations in Colorado Springs, we recommend either asphalt speed bumps or pre-formed rubber speed bumps anchored into the pavement. Asphalt bumps are built in place, shaped with hot mix, and compacted so they blend into your existing pavement. Rubber units are bolted into drilled holes, which can be useful in areas where you may need to reconfigure traffic later. We will point out which option fits your budget, maintenance expectations, and the type of vehicles using the area, such as delivery trucks, school traffic, or low-clearance passenger cars.
Colorado Springs elevation and winter conditions matter. If you have frequent snowplow service, we adjust the profile of asphalt bumps so plow blades are less likely to catch, and we use tapered approaches instead of sharp transitions. With rubber units, we use hardware that can tolerate repeated freeze-thaw cycles and specify locations where plow drivers can easily see and avoid tearing them out during storms.
How we build durable asphalt speed bumps, step by step
Proper construction is what keeps a speed bump from crumbling after one winter. Precision Asphalt Colorado Springs follows a defined process on every asphalt speed bump installation to reduce cracking, edge raveling, and ponding water.
First, we saw-cut or grind the existing pavement where the bump will tie in. This creates clean edges and a uniform base. We sweep and, if needed, power wash the area so dust and loose rock do not weaken the bond. If the base asphalt is thin or unstable, we may remove a strip, compact the subbase, and place a leveling course so the bump has support underneath.
Second, we heat and tack the surface so new asphalt bonds to old. We then place hot mix asphalt in one or more lifts, depending on the desired height. Typical heights are 2 to 3 inches above the existing surface for parking lots, and we shape the approaches at a length that matches your target speed, usually 10 to 15 feet of ramp for most commercial properties.
Third, we machine compact the bump using small plate compactors and rollers so the mix is dense and smooth. We check the profile with straightedges and adjust by hand where needed so drivers do not hit unexpected sharp spots. After compaction, we apply a surface seal at the joints if conditions call for it, then stripe the bump with high visibility traffic paint and add reflective markers if nighttime visibility is a concern.
We schedule this work around Colorado Springs weather, since asphalt placed in cold or wet conditions will not last. In spring and fall, we watch for sudden temperature drops and wind that can cool the mix too quickly, and in summer we plan early or late work to avoid softening and scuffing from hot tires.
Concrete curbs and edge controls that manage water and traffic
Curbs are not just there to look finished. They keep cars where they belong and control how water runs off your pavement. Precision Asphalt Colorado Springs installs and repairs concrete and asphalt curbs that fit local drainage patterns and soil conditions.
We commonly install extruded concrete curbs along parking lot edges, landscape islands, and drive lanes. The process begins with layout and marking of curb lines, followed by saw-cutting or grinding existing asphalt where the new curb will sit. For new construction, we form the curb on top of a compacted base, typically class 6 aggregate, and tie in rebar or dowels where curbs meet thicker concrete at approaches or dumpster pads.
For replacement work, we remove failed curb sections, excavate soft or undermined base, and compact fresh material. In Colorado Springs, curb failure is often caused by snowmelt seeping behind the curb, then freezing and pushing it outward. To combat this, we pay attention to how water leaves the lot. We adjust curb heights and add cut-outs or inlets so water does not pool behind the curb and find its way into joints.
After forming or extruding the curb, we finish the concrete with the correct slope back into the parking area or toward designed drains. We use air-entrained mixes suitable for freeze-thaw cycles and de-icer exposure, then cut control joints to minimize random cracking. For asphalt curbs, often used on private roadways, we shape hot mix along the edge and compact it, then seal the joint between curb and pavement to reduce water infiltration.
Asphalt accessories that complete and protect your paved areas
Speed bumps and curbs work best when they are integrated with other elements on your site. Precision Asphalt Colorado Springs also provides a range of asphalt accessories that tie into these features so your lot functions as a system instead of a collection of parts.
We install wheel stops, bollard bases, and concrete pads at entry gates, dumpsters, and loading zones. For example, if you add speed bumps near a pedestrian crossing, we may recommend adding bollards and a textured asphalt or concrete landing area so drivers have both a physical and visual signal to slow down. When installing concrete pads for dumpsters or heavy equipment next to asphalt, we pay close attention to joint details so heavy loads do not break the asphalt edge.
In high-traffic commercial lots in Colorado Springs, we often combine speed bump installation with signage posts, ADA-compliant ramps, and thermoplastic pavement markings. This coordination keeps you compliant with local codes and improves safety. We anchor accessories through the asphalt into the base layer where possible, and we seal around posts or anchors to keep water from traveling down and softening the base.
We also handle drainage accessories, such as asphalt transitions into catch basins, trench drains, and valley pans. Because our area sees quick snowmelt and summer rain bursts, we design these connections so water is captured rather than running across sidewalks or freezing in drive lanes. Details like these reduce icing problems that can lead to slip and fall claims.
What affects cost and timing for speed bump and curb work in Colorado Springs
Customers often want a quick ballpark price, but there are specific factors that drive the cost of speed bump installation and curb or accessory work. Precision Asphalt Colorado Springs explains these upfront so you can plan accurately.
Scope and quantities are the biggest drivers. A single speed bump or short curb run will cost more per foot than a group of bumps or a full-lot curb project because equipment mobilization and traffic control are spread over fewer units. The existing pavement condition also matters. If we can tie directly into solid asphalt, costs stay lower. If we find alligator cracking, base failure, or severe rutting where you want a bump or curb, we will recommend localized repairs first so the new work is not sitting on a weak base.
Access and traffic control can also add cost. Busy retail centers in Colorado Springs may require off-hours work, flaggers, or temporary rerouting to keep customers safe. Apartment complexes often need phased work so residents can get in and out. We will outline these logistics in our proposal so there are no surprises.
Season and weather affect both scheduling and price. Asphalt plants have limited spring and fall windows when everyone is trying to get work done before or after winter. If you can schedule speed bumps, curbs, and accessories as part of a larger paving or sealcoating project, we can often reduce your overall cost by handling everything in one mobilization. We will also be clear when the weather is not suitable for high quality results and recommend rescheduling rather than installing something that will not hold up.
What to know before you hire a speed bump and curb contractor
Installing speed bumps, curbs, and asphalt accessories changes how traffic moves on your property, so it is worth taking a careful approach. Precision Asphalt Colorado Springs encourages property managers, HOAs, and owners to think through a few items before signing a contract.
First, clarify your goals in specific terms. Are you trying to slow traffic from 25 mph to 10 mph, protect a playground, or stop trucks from cutting through a parking lane? Clear goals help determine the number, height, and spacing of speed bumps, as well as whether you need curbs, wheel stops, or bollards to back them up.
Second, review your drainage. Any time you add a bump or a curb, you are changing how water flows. We recommend walking the site during or right after a rainstorm at least once before finalizing the layout. Show us where water already collects or where ice tends to form in winter so we can design around those trouble spots.
Third, ask about materials and local experience. For Colorado Springs, your contractor should be familiar with CDOT mix designs, local ready-mix concrete specs, and how de-icers and plows affect small features like speed bumps. We are happy to show you past projects in similar settings, such as schools, medical offices, and HOA roads.
Finally, make sure you understand maintenance. Asphalt speed bumps may need sealcoating along with the rest of your lot, and paint striping will fade under UV and snowplow wear. Curbs may need joint resealing every few years. When we finish a project, we provide simple maintenance guidelines so you know what to budget for and how to keep everything performing the way it should for as long as possible.
