VA Beach Parking Lot ExpertsParking lot maintenance, sealcoating, repair, striping and resurfacing are just some of the services we offer for our commercial and residential customers.
Need a pothole repaired, crack sealing or anything in between? Don't hesitate and give us a call at (757) 364-0371 for your free estimate. Our prices are competitive, work is self promoting and attitude is always positive. Now, why on earth would you ever need to have your asphalt parking lot paved, replaced, striped, sealcoated, repaired, resurfaced or have cracks & potholes repaired? Funny question, considering that we are an the company who provides all those services, but did you know that all the things stated above are a part of regular parking lot maintenance?
It is crucial to maintain your asphalt in mint condition in order to prolong it's life. Many people who get their parking lots paved and sealcoated think that their job is now done and it will take care of itself. We hate to break it down, but It's very much untrue. Do you know the difference between a parking lot that lasts 25 years versus the one that lasts only 5? It's the care and a little bit of love that the owner puts into it, but sealing it annually and repairing all cracks and potholes because there is a chance that the integrity of the foundation has been compromised by rainwater. |
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Now, all this might seem confusing so we'll summarize… Once your parking lot has been paved or repaired, be sure to maintain it by applying sealcoat annually and doing other preventative maintenance.
There are different ways to take care of a parking lot. You can figure out how to do it yourself by reading some tips on DIY parking lot preservation and buying only the necessary equipment or your other option is to hire asphalt or parking lot contractors who will do it all for you.
We have comprised so tips and guidelines that will guide you through and draw a picture on how to effectively maintain your fresh new driveway, parking lot or road. See those tips below…
There are different ways to take care of a parking lot. You can figure out how to do it yourself by reading some tips on DIY parking lot preservation and buying only the necessary equipment or your other option is to hire asphalt or parking lot contractors who will do it all for you.
We have comprised so tips and guidelines that will guide you through and draw a picture on how to effectively maintain your fresh new driveway, parking lot or road. See those tips below…
1. As a business which needs a parking lot for their customers, it is also a good idea to have a dumpster and not have to depend on your employees taking their garbage home (just kidding). Seriously though, most parking lots have dumpsters somewhere on them, which means a garbage truck has to access them.
As you might already know, dump trucks are pretty massive and it's can definitely present an issue for your parking lot in terms of wear and tear. You see, asphalt is compacted paving material, which means that it does eventually de-compact. A regular sized sedan isn't heavy enough to do much damage but a dumpster truck is more than capable. Ever though about the main reason asphalt roads need so much maintenance? Too much wear!
What is our suggestion? Try moving the dumpster closer to the road, that way the truck can access it without driving into your parking lot. Another way would be to post a "dumpster trucks not welcome" sign, but that isn't likely to work.
2. Moisture can be a serious issue for an asphalt pavement of any kind, especially if it's trapped in a single spot, such as a dent or a clogged drain port. If you're looking to have the foundation of your parking lot destroyed, make sure to never fix pot holes and keep your drains clogged. Hopefully you get the point.
If, one morning you come to work and find a puddle of water just sitting there, it's best to call a contractor and find out why it's not draining. It could be as simple as a clogged drain or as costly as a need to install a new drain. It all depends on the original paving job, it's planning and quality of execution.
3. Every though of why you parking lot is becoming discolored and starting to crack? It could be because the sealcoating hasn't been done in ages. If you're looking to purchase a property that has a parking lot, be sure to check for the following: color of the asphalt itself, if it hasn't been properly taken care of for a while, it will look more gray-ish rather that blacktop color.
Another way to determine asphalt's condition would be to check for cracks or you could ask for receipts from the most recent maintenance work from the asphalt contractors used by the previous owner. If cracks are present, be sure to have them cleaned out and filled as soon as you can. Crack filling is much cheaper than asphalt replacement, as will ensure that your pavement doesn't get penetrated by moisture and other elements.
4. Last but not least is sweeping. There are two major benefits to having your parking lot swept every once in a while… First one is that it helps you identify the true condition of the asphalt, and determine where it's wearing more and needs some attention.
Second, is the main reason parking lot sweeping is performed… It helps with removal of small debris like screws and nails that can potentially hurt cars of both your employees and customers.
As you might already know, dump trucks are pretty massive and it's can definitely present an issue for your parking lot in terms of wear and tear. You see, asphalt is compacted paving material, which means that it does eventually de-compact. A regular sized sedan isn't heavy enough to do much damage but a dumpster truck is more than capable. Ever though about the main reason asphalt roads need so much maintenance? Too much wear!
What is our suggestion? Try moving the dumpster closer to the road, that way the truck can access it without driving into your parking lot. Another way would be to post a "dumpster trucks not welcome" sign, but that isn't likely to work.
2. Moisture can be a serious issue for an asphalt pavement of any kind, especially if it's trapped in a single spot, such as a dent or a clogged drain port. If you're looking to have the foundation of your parking lot destroyed, make sure to never fix pot holes and keep your drains clogged. Hopefully you get the point.
If, one morning you come to work and find a puddle of water just sitting there, it's best to call a contractor and find out why it's not draining. It could be as simple as a clogged drain or as costly as a need to install a new drain. It all depends on the original paving job, it's planning and quality of execution.
3. Every though of why you parking lot is becoming discolored and starting to crack? It could be because the sealcoating hasn't been done in ages. If you're looking to purchase a property that has a parking lot, be sure to check for the following: color of the asphalt itself, if it hasn't been properly taken care of for a while, it will look more gray-ish rather that blacktop color.
Another way to determine asphalt's condition would be to check for cracks or you could ask for receipts from the most recent maintenance work from the asphalt contractors used by the previous owner. If cracks are present, be sure to have them cleaned out and filled as soon as you can. Crack filling is much cheaper than asphalt replacement, as will ensure that your pavement doesn't get penetrated by moisture and other elements.
4. Last but not least is sweeping. There are two major benefits to having your parking lot swept every once in a while… First one is that it helps you identify the true condition of the asphalt, and determine where it's wearing more and needs some attention.
Second, is the main reason parking lot sweeping is performed… It helps with removal of small debris like screws and nails that can potentially hurt cars of both your employees and customers.
Hopefully you find these tips helpful and if you have any questions about having your parking lot striped, repaired or sealcoated, don't hesitate to give us a call at (757) 364-0371 or put your information into the free quote form above and hit submit. We will be in touch.
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