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Looking to secure an indoor parking garage? At American Precast we got you covered.
Garage wheel stops, also called parking blocks, car stops, or bumper blocks, are small but critical safety components used in parking facilities and residential garages. They act as physical barriers that signal a vehicle to stop at the proper distance; preventing bumpers, walls, and stored items from being struck.
In tight indoor garages where space is limited, even a few extra inches of movement can cause vehicle or property damage. Properly installed wheel stops serve as both a visual and tactile guide for drivers, allowing for consistent, precise parking and improved space utilization.
American Precast, Inc., supplies durable, and cost-effective garage parking stops commonly known as parking stoppers designed to maximize protection and safety for both parked vehicles and surrounding structures. By helping drivers maneuver parking lots, our garage stops can also prevent damage to personal belongings and interior walls.
Wheel stops play a vital role in maintaining the safety and organization of a parking environment. Beyond protecting walls and vehicles, they:
When properly installed, wheel stops act as a reliable safeguard that helps protect both people and property in garages of any size.
Keep vehicles safely in place in your parking garage with high-quality concrete stops from APC. As the parking stop experts since 1978, we offer durable precast concrete stops engineered specifically for parking garage & parking lot applications.
Our concrete parking garage stops are made right here in the USA, built to last in the demanding environment of an enclosed parking lot structure. We use a proprietary technique to create an exceptionally sturdy stop that won’t crack or crumble under vehicle impact.
We can create parking garage stops to your exact specifications. Our in-house engineering team will collaborate with you to meet your unique requirements.
Concrete wheel stops from American Precast are built using proprietary vibration-settling techniques that eliminate internal voids and air pockets. This ensures a dense, solid product capable of handling repeated vehicle impact without chipping or cracking.
Each unit includes tied steel rebar reinforcement for additional strength and stability. The concrete itself is cylinder tested to meet a minimum compressive strength of 3,000 psi at 7 days and 4,000 psi at 28 days, ensuring compliance with industry standards for safety and reliability.
Our in-house engineers can modify height, length, and reinforcement to meet specific site requirements, including heavy-duty or high-traffic garages.
Get peace of mind knowing your parking garage is outfitted with secure, dependable stops from the proven industry leader. APC parking garage stops keep vehicles, pedestrians and structures safe in commercial, municipal and residential parking facilities.
Contact APC today to discuss your project and get a quote for durable, custom parking garage stops built to last.
For decades we have continued to use the same excellent engineering to produce high-quality concrete products for our customers. A garage parking stop from American Precast is, therefore, not only cost-efficient but is also built to last. All our concrete is cylinder tested to a minimum psi of 3000 at seven days and 4000 psi at 28 days.
Every wheel stop has tied steel rebar for reinforcement. We also install the rebar using our unique vibration settling technique to remove any voids in the concrete. This fortification means the garage parking stops can handle impacts from large vehicles without chipping or cracking.
Once installed, concrete garage wheel stops require minimal attention. Periodic inspections for chips or misalignment will ensure longevity. For visibility, reflective tape can be reapplied every few years as needed. Because of their mass and structural integrity, precast concrete wheel stops from APC typically last decades without replacement, outperforming lighter materials like rubber or plastic that degrade over time.
Replace wheel stops if:
Upgrading to modern precast concrete stops can greatly enhance safety and longevity in older garages.
All of our garage parking wheel stops are made from precast concrete, manufactured right here in our Southern California facilities.
From beginning to end, we oversee and ensure quality control, testing, and oversight so our customers can feel confident they are receiving the most resilient precast concrete parking wheel stop for their vehicles in the marketplace.
Come see why our customers rely on American Precast Inc., for virtually any project size and scope in Southern California.
Contact us at 800.691.7118 to learn more about our concrete products, or visit our website and fill out our garage parking stops estimate form. We will get back to you with a free custom estimate. Whatever your needs are, we can help!
Choosing the correct wheel stop depends on multiple factors beyond just material:
Here are some tips on determining the appropriate size for concrete parking garage stops:
The most common garage stop size is 4 feet long by 6 inches high. But APC can custom create stops to fit any garage requirements. Contact us today for help determining the perfect stop size for your facility.
| Model | Description | Length | Width | Height | Weight | Reinforcements |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CB04 | Car Wheel Stop 4’ | 4′ Feet | 7.5″ Width | 5.25″ Height | 105 lbs | Two #3 Rebar Tied, Two #5×10″ pins |
| CB06 | Car Wheel Stop 6’ | 6′ Feet | 9″ Width | 6.5″ Height | 275 lbs | Two #4 Rebar Tied, Two #5×10″ pins |
| CB08 | Car Wheel Stop 8’ | 8′ Feet | 7.5″ Width | 4″ Height | 210 lbs | Two #4 Rebar Tied, Two #5×10″ pins |