Parking Lot Striping That Lasts.
Faded, crumbling parking lot striping doesn’t just look bad — it creates safety hazards, ADA compliance exposure, and traffic confusion. Clear Choice uses traffic-grade paint with professional line striping machines for crisp, long-lasting results on every job.
☀️ Best time to stripe is right after sealcoating. Bundle striping with a new sealcoat job and save on mobilization — ask about our combo pricing.
Call (719) 285-9736Faded Striping Is a Liability. Not Just Aesthetics.
Most property owners think about parking lot striping when it looks bad. The real reason to stay on top of it is more serious than curb appeal. ADA compliance requires specific van-accessible space dimensions, signage, and access aisle widths. A parking lot that doesn’t meet ADA standards exposes commercial property owners to complaints and fines — and a faded, unreadable accessible space doesn’t meet standards regardless of when it was originally painted.
Beyond ADA, faded striping creates traffic flow problems, pedestrian safety hazards, and parking efficiency issues. A well-striped lot maximizes parking capacity, reduces vehicle conflicts, and signals to customers that the property is well-maintained.
Colorado Springs’ UV intensity fades striping faster than most markets — at 6,035 feet, UV radiation is 20–30% more intense than sea level. Traffic-grade paint applied properly with professional equipment holds significantly longer than the rollered-on paint most budget contractors apply.
Traffic-Grade Paint Only
We use traffic-grade water-based or oil-based paint — the same specification used on public roads. Not the hardware store paint some contractors roll on. Traffic-grade paint applied with professional equipment lasts significantly longer, especially under Colorado’s UV intensity.
Professional Line Striping Machine
Our line striping machine delivers consistent line width, straight edges, and proper paint thickness — all in a single pass. Hand-rolled paint is inconsistent, bleeds, and fades faster. Machine-applied striping looks sharp and lasts.
ADA Compliant Layouts
Every accessible parking space we mark meets ADA dimensional requirements — 8-foot minimum stall width, 5-foot access aisle, van-accessible spaces at 11 feet with 5-foot aisle. We don’t guess on ADA compliance.
Layout Design Included
New lots or lots that need reconfiguration get a layout consultation before any paint goes down. We design for maximum parking capacity, proper traffic flow, emergency vehicle access, and pedestrian safety.
All Markings — One Contractor
Stall lines, directional arrows, fire lanes, stop bars, crosswalks, handicap symbols, loading zones, numbered spaces. We handle all parking lot markings in a single visit — one crew, one invoice, no coordinating.
Done After Sealcoating — Not Before
Striping on fresh sealcoat is the right order. Sealcoating over old striping buries the lines. We coordinate striping as the final step after sealcoating on every maintenance job — so lines are crisp on a fresh black surface.
Every Type of Parking Lot Marking
Parking Stall Lines
Standard 9-foot stall lines at 90°, 60°, or angled configurations. We calculate maximum stall count for your lot dimensions before painting — maximizing capacity within your space.
ADA Accessible Spaces
Van-accessible and standard accessible spaces with proper dimensions, hashed access aisles, and International Symbol of Accessibility (ISA) stenciling. Full ADA compliance on every accessible space.
Fire Lanes
Red-curb or yellow fire lane markings with “NO PARKING FIRE LANE” stenciling per fire code requirements. Fire lane compliance is a code requirement — not optional for commercial properties.
Directional Arrows
Traffic flow arrows that guide vehicles through your lot safely and efficiently. Reduces conflicts, accidents, and the traffic chaos that comes from an unmarked lot.
Crosswalks & Stop Bars
Pedestrian crosswalks and vehicle stop bars at building entrances, drive-through areas, and lot exits. Pedestrian safety markings are often a code requirement for commercial properties.
Numbered Spaces & Custom Stencils
Numbered stall markings for assigned parking, reserved spaces, loading zones, cart return areas, and custom stencils for specific property requirements.
Our Striping Process
Layout Assessment
Oldan measures the lot and designs the layout — maximizing stall count, confirming ADA compliance, traffic flow, and fire lane placement. We provide a layout before any paint goes down.
Surface Check
Striping on a dirty or wet surface fails faster. We blow the lot clean and confirm surface conditions before painting. Striping on fresh sealcoat waits the full cure time before any paint goes down.
Machine Application
Professional line striping machine applies paint at consistent width, thickness, and speed. Straight lines, clean edges, uniform coverage. No brush rolling, no tape lines that peel.
Stencils & Symbols
ADA symbols, directional arrows, fire lane text, stop bars, and numbered spaces are applied with professional stencils after the main lines are down. Lot is typically open to traffic within 30–60 minutes.
Clean Lines. Every Time.
This is what machine-applied traffic-grade paint looks like on a properly prepared surface. Straight edges, consistent width, bright visibility — not the faded, crooked lines you get from a contractor with a roller and hardware store paint.
We’ve striped parking lots for Safeway, Walgreens, Dollar General, HOA communities, churches, office buildings, and apartment complexes across Colorado Springs. The equipment and paint we use on a national retailer’s lot is the same equipment and paint we use on your lot. Standards don’t change based on job size.
Get Your Free EstimateADA Requirements We Meet on Every Job.
The Americans with Disabilities Act requires specific parking space dimensions, access aisles, and signage for accessible spaces. Non-compliance is a real liability for commercial property owners — not something to approximate or guess at.
Every accessible space we mark meets current ADA standards. We don’t just paint a blue symbol and call it done. Width, aisle width, slope, signage — all verified on every job.
Get a Compliance AssessmentWhat Does Parking Lot Striping Cost in Colorado Springs?
Striping pricing depends on stall count, lot size, number of special markings, and whether it’s new layout or restripe.
Best value in striping: bundle with sealcoating. One mobilization for both services means lower total cost and perfect sequencing — fresh sealcoat cures, then crisp new lines go on top. Most commercial lots should be restriped every time they’re sealcoated.
Colorado’s UV intensity fades paint faster than most markets. At 6,035 feet with 300+ sunny days, expect restripe needs every 1–2 years for high-traffic lots, every 2–3 years for lower-traffic properties. Traffic-grade machine-applied paint lasts significantly longer than rollered-on paint.
ADA compliance is not optional. If your accessible spaces don’t meet current dimensional requirements, a free assessment at your estimate will identify any issues. Correcting them at restripe time is far less expensive than addressing them after a complaint.
Parking Lot Striping FAQ
How often should parking lot striping be reapplied?
In Colorado Springs, most commercial lots need restriping every 1–3 years depending on traffic volume and UV exposure. High-traffic lots fade faster. We recommend restriping every time you sealcoat — typically every 2–3 years — so lines stay crisp on a fresh black surface.
What’s the difference between traffic-grade paint and regular paint?
Traffic-grade paint is formulated specifically for pavement — higher durability, UV resistance, and adhesion than general-purpose paint. Applied at proper thickness with professional equipment, it lasts significantly longer than the paint most budget contractors use. We only use traffic-grade paint.
How long does striping take to dry before traffic can use the lot?
Traffic-grade paint typically dries within 30–60 minutes in warm, dry conditions. We’ll coordinate timing to minimize disruption — often scheduling early morning so the lot is ready before business hours.
Do you do striping on new asphalt?
New asphalt should cure for at least 30–90 days before sealcoating, and striping follows sealcoating. We coordinate the full sequence — paving, curing, sealcoating, striping — so everything is done in the right order and you’re not calling multiple contractors.
How do I know if my lot meets ADA requirements?
Key things to check: accessible space width (8 ft minimum), van-accessible width (11 ft minimum), access aisle (5 ft minimum), ISA symbol on surface, and proper signage. We provide a free ADA assessment with every striping estimate.
Can you restripe over existing lines?
Yes — for standard restriping where the layout isn’t changing, we can stripe directly over faded existing lines. For reconfigured layouts, old lines may need to be blacked out with a cover coat before new lines go down. We’ll advise at the estimate.
Do you do fire lane markings?
Yes — red-curb or yellow fire lane markings with “NO PARKING FIRE LANE” stenciling per local fire code requirements. Fire lane compliance is mandatory for most commercial properties in Colorado Springs. We verify requirements and mark to code.
What areas do you serve for parking lot striping?
Colorado Springs is our primary market. We also serve Fountain, Monument, Falcon, Security-Widefield, Black Forest, Woodland Park, Peyton, and Pueblo. Same equipment, same paint, same standards in every city we serve.
Areas We Serve
Oldan Jones — Owner & Operator
Parking lot striping is the final step that makes a freshly sealcoated lot look complete. Oldan personally oversees every striping job — layout, ADA compliance, paint application, and the final walkthrough. Clean lines on a fresh surface is the standard. Every time.
Get Your Free Striping Estimate Today.
Professional parking lot striping for commercial properties across Colorado Springs. Traffic-grade paint, ADA compliant, machine-applied. Free written estimate, no pressure.
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