Parking Lot Super Care tips

Regular asphalt parking lot maintenance entails more than just fixing potholes and filling cracks. It also ensures that those driving, parking, and walking on the surface stay safe. The right parking lot maintenance plan can help you improve the appearance, functionality, and longevity of your parking space — and it can also help you save money in the long run.

So, how do you maintain your asphalt parking lot? Read our checklist for tackling your asphalt paving repairs the right way:

Cleaning

Cleaning is a simple task, but it can provide you with an excellent opportunity to inspect the asphalt surface and identify any problem areas that require special attention. Remove all dirt and debris with a broom before hosing down the entire parking area.

Crack Filling

Walk around the parking lot, looking for any surface cracks. Water seeping into cracks and eroding the subbase is the most common cause of asphalt paving damage. If left unattended, even the smallest of cracks can turn into potholes. And potholes are not only unsightly but also highly dangerous. Fill any cracks you find on your asphalt parking lot once a year to keep the surface safe and smooth.

Speaking of potholes…

Pothole Repairs

Potholes result from water penetrating the subbase and eroding it away, which ultimately causes the asphalt paving to collapse. Potholes are not only an indication of structural problems, but they also pose a safety hazard in your lot. Repair potholes with high-quality cold mix patches and keep your parking lot looking great.

Edging

Keeping the edges of your asphalt surface free of grass and weeds prevents roots from creeping beneath the surface and damaging the pavement. Consider adding an asphalt curb to the edges — this will improve the aesthetic value of your asphalt paving while also keeping your maintenance workload down.

Sealcoating

Sealing the asphalt surface is one of the best ways to extend its life and keep it looking its best. Sealcoating your asphalt lot will shield the surface from the damages inflicted by the sun, weathering, oxidation, and petroleum substances. If left unsealed, your parking lot surface might become brittle and susceptible to cracks and potholes. Ideally, you should seal coat the lot when the asphalt is freshly paved and then reseal it every 3-5 years.

Striping

If the markings in your parking space are fading away, now is the time to re-stripe your lot. A new paint job not only improves your business’s curb appeal but also ensures that your business complies with applicable regulations and demonstrates to your clients that you care about their safety and wellbeing. Make sure that the metered, reserved, and disabled spaces, fire lanes, no parking zones, speed bumps, and loading or unloading zones are all correctly marked.

Replacement

When properly maintained, asphalt parking lots can last as long as 30 years. However, even with a good maintenance plan, asphalt lots eventually need to be replaced. Enlist the services of asphalt professionals to find the best asphalt solution for your needs.

Conclusion

Prevention is key for saving time and money on asphalt paving preservation efforts. By doing lot repairs at the first sign of trouble, you can extend the life of your asphalt parking lot for years to come and avoid more major repairs down the road.

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Commonwealth Paving, 136 Outerloop, Louisville, Kentucky 40214
Phone: 502-459-7283, Fax: 502-456-2678

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