Parking lots can be dangerous places if the people using them do not respect driving etiquette. This is especially true for areas with high pedestrian traffic, such as schools and parks. Marked pedestrian crossing areas help, but many commercial property owners and managers also opt for speed bumps.
Why your parking lot might need speed bumps
1. Keep pedestrians safe
Speed bumps are physical barriers that force drivers to slow down. Reduced speed gives drivers more time to react if they need to suddenly stop for a pedestrian. If your commercial parking lot is near an area where pedestrians, especially children, frequently walk, speed bumps are highly recommended to keep everyone safe.
2. Reduce noise pollution
Traffic noise can become a major problem in both commercial and residential areas. Noise pollution can make it difficult to do daily tasks such as work or sleep, which can lead to high levels of stress. Speed bumps can help reduce the noise of cars speeding by.
3. Lower risk of vehicle accidents
Anyone who has backed out of a spot in a packed lot knows there is a moment when your line of sight to the road is blocked by the surrounding parked vehicles. If another vehicle is speeding by, it can be difficult to see it until it’s too late. Speed bumps enable everyone to slow down and be aware of other drivers around them.
Professionally installed speed bumps
Whether you’re looking to construct a new parking lot with speed bumps or considering adding them to your existing lot, A1 Professional Asphalt & Sealing is here to help! We can design affordable speed bumps that fit your specific dimensions and material needs and install them quickly and efficiently so you can get back to business. Contact us today for an estimate!