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Guide \u00b7 Removal & reuse

How to remove or relocate bolt-down speed bumps

Content reviewed 2026-11-09

Short answer

Bolt-down modular speed bumps can be unbolted, moved and reused. The parts people forget are the holes left behind and the anchors: fill old holes so water does not freeze in them, use new anchors at the new spot, inspect every section before it goes back down, and do removal before repaving or plowing season, not during it.

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When removal makes sense

Typical reasons: snow plowing season, repaving or seal coating, a new traffic layout, or an event that needs a flat surface. If you will remove them every year, plan for that from the start so hardware and storage are ready.

Situation	What to do	Watch out for
Winter plowing	Remove before first snow or mark clearly	Plow blades catching edges
Repaving / seal coat	Remove before work, reinstall on cured surface	Drilling too early into fresh asphalt
New layout	Relocate sections, add signs at new spot	Old paint lines confusing drivers
Event or temporary need	Consider removable/portable units	Who reinstalls afterwards

Step by step

Close the lane and mark the area with cones.
Remove the bolts with the right socket; cut seized bolts flush rather than prying the section.
Lift sections and end caps; label them in order.
Clean and fill every hole with surface-appropriate patch.
Remove or cover old paint markings so the old location is not misleading.

Before reinstalling

Check each section for cracks, torn mounting holes and faded reflectors. Replace damaged pieces rather than mixing them in; one weak section is where failures start. Drill fresh holes at the new location and use new anchors suited to asphalt or concrete.

Storing sections

Store flat, out of direct sun, with hardware bagged and labeled. Stacking sections unevenly for months can warp them.

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Anchor hardware and end caps included; 5-year commercial warranty.
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Frequently asked

Can bolt-down speed bumps be removed and reused?

Modular rubber or plastic sections can usually be unbolted and reused if the sections are not cracked and the mounting holes are not torn. Plan on new anchors for the new location.

What do I do with the old anchor holes?

Clean them and fill them with a patch material suited to the surface (asphalt patch or a concrete repair compound) so water does not get in and freeze.

Can I reuse the same lag bolts or anchors?

It is safer to use new anchors. Old ones may be bent, corroded or sized for a hole that is now enlarged.

Should I remove speed bumps before repaving?

Yes. Remove them before milling or overlay, then reinstall on the new surface once the paving contractor says it is ready for drilling.

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