Parking Lot Striping FAQ: Dallas, TX Answers

The cost of getting signs installed for your parking areas depends on a few different factors, including the type of signs you want to install, the quantity, your requirements for posts, and the conditions of your site. We recommend contacting us to get the most accurate quote for your property (it's no obligation!).

Yes, you may need a permit for parking and traffic signs in Dallas, depending on exactly what you're getting installed. Dallas requires sign permits when the sign exceeds 20 square feet in size, is taller than 8 feet, or includes illumination. Most standard ADA, fire lane, and traffic control signs typically fall below these thresholds, meaning no permit is needed. We'll verify whether or not you'll need a permit for your specific installation before we get started.

How long your parking lot signage lasts in Texas depends on the quality of the design and install. Assuming that you have properly installed signs with a commercial-grade .080" aluminum construction and High Intensity Prismatic reflective sheeting, they should maintain their visibility to compliance standards for 10+ years. If you have any basic signs with Engineer Grade sheeting, these may need replacing in 5-7 years due to UV degradation.

The correct height for ADA parking signs in Texas is at least 60 inches (5 feet) above the parking surface. Plus, you'll need to mount the Texas-required penalty sign within 8 inches below the main sign, with its bottom edge between 48-80 inches above ground.

According to the Dallas Fire Code, fire lane signs need to be spaced no more than 50 feet apart on both sides of the fire lane. You'll also need to mount your signs with the bottom edge at 78 inches (6'6") above grade.

Yes, if your parking lot has existing posts that are structurally sound and at correct heights, we can simply replace damaged or faded signs on these posts without having to also replace the full post. We'll assess the condition of your posts during our site evaluation.