Maintenance Programs — P&P Striping

Keep markings bright, compliant, and budget‑predictable

Pavement markings and devices wear at different rates based on traffic, climate, and snow operations. P&P Striping builds a proactive maintenance plan that keeps visibility high year‑round, prevents costly emergency fixes, and extends asset life with the right refresh at the right time.

What’s included in our Maintenance Programs

1) Assessment and Baseline

  • Inventory and mapping of all markings, symbols/legends, RPMs, signs, wheel stops, and detectable warnings.

  • Condition scoring (Good / Fair / Replace) with photos, quantities, and material types.

  • Retroreflectivity sampling at night (as needed) for paint/thermoplastic and RPMs.

  • Risk flags for safety‑critical areas: crosswalks, stop bars, lane drops, gores, and curves.

2) Annual Work Plan and Budget

  • Prioritized refresh schedule by quarter/season (night work where helpful).

  • Material strategy matched to wear: paint where economical, thermoplastic/MMA/epoxy where life‑cycle wins.

  • Itemized pricing per asset (LF, EA, SF) so you can approve all or by phase.

  • Traffic control plan and lane‑closure windows to minimize disruption.

3) Scheduled Service Visits

  • Spring post‑winter sweep (snowbelt): replace RPM lenses, re‑set delineators, re‑stripe critical stop bars/crosswalks.

  • Mid‑season visibility tune‑up: touch‑ups on high‑wear legends and turn arrows.

  • Fall/wet‑night readiness: bead‑rich restriping on corridors with rain visibility issues.

  • On‑call repairs: fast response for damage from utility cuts, paving patches, or incidents.

4) Surface Prep and Corrections

  • Spot grinding/waterblasting to remove ghost lines before restriping.

  • Crack sealing or patch coordination to stabilize substrates before re‑marking.

  • Concrete/asphalt primers where needed for long‑life materials.

5) Documentation and Compliance

  • Before/after photos, updated maps, quantities, and material data sheets.

  • Retroreflectivity readings (where required) and ADA checklists for stalls/aisles and signage.

  • Warranty tracking and next‑service reminders.

Program Options

Paint Refresh Plan

  • Best for campuses, lots, and low/moderate‑volume roads.

  • 1–2 visits per year; includes high‑contrast paint with calibrated bead drop.

  • Add‑ons: curb/fire lane paint, stencils, numbering, and signage tune‑ups.

Durable Markings Plan

  • Mix of thermoplastic, MMA, or epoxy at high‑wear locations; paint elsewhere.

  • Multi‑year cycle (typically 3–5+ years) with interim inspections.

  • Ideal for intersections, lane drops, school zones, and heavy truck routes.

RPM & Delineation Plan

  • Annual lens replacement sweep (snowplowable systems), bond checks, and missing‑unit replacements.

  • Curve/gore visibility upgrades and delineator resets.

ADA Compliance Plan (parking facilities)

  • Yearly audit of stall counts, access aisles, sign heights, and ISA symbols.

  • Corrective actions bundled with the restripe window to stay inspection‑ready.

How we decide when to refresh

  • Visibility thresholds: low nighttime retroreflectivity, faded contrast on light pavement, or wet‑night complaints.

  • Safety priority: stop bars, crosswalks, and lane‑use arrows get first attention.

  • Life‑cycle economics: replace short‑lived paint with durable systems where payback is clear.

  • Seasonality: schedule thermoplastic/MMA in optimal weather windows; paint during quick turnaround needs.

Typical Service Cadence

  • Parking lots: paint every 12–24 months; thermoplastic symbols 3–6 years.

  • City/arterial corridors: paint 6–18 months depending on traffic and snow; durable bars/arrows 2–5 years.

  • RPMs: surface markers 1–3+ years; snowplowable housings 5–10+ with lens swaps.

(Your corridor, climate, and plow activity determine the exact interval—we measure and tune the plan.)

Benefits to your operation

  • Higher safety and fewer incidents with consistently visible markings.

  • Predictable budgets via multi‑year pricing and planned windows.

  • Minimal downtime thanks to night/off‑peak work and rolling closures.

  • Clean inspections and reduced liability through documented compliance.

What you’ll receive each cycle

  • Updated asset map and condition report.

  • Scheduled work window with traffic control notes.

  • Completion package: photos, quantities, materials, and warranty terms.

  • Next‑service recommendations with forecasted cost.

Add‑on services

  • Sign replacement and post resets.

  • Wheel stop and bollard maintenance.

  • Detectable warning panel inspections/replacements.

  • Snow season prep: reflective upgrades and gore/curve delineation.

Get started

  • Send site addresses or corridor limits and tell us your operating hours.

  • We’ll perform a quick assessment (in person or from plans/photos) and return:

    • A prioritized maintenance plan,

    • Material recommendations by location,

    • A clear schedule and multi‑year pricing options.

P&P Striping keeps your markings sharp, compliant, and budget‑controlled—so drivers and pedestrians get the guidance they need, every day and every season.