The value of an asphalt parking lot extends well beyond what you paid for it. You also have to consider what a well-maintained parking lot means for your customers.
If customers can park in every space in your lot and don’t have to walk around unsightly , that’s valuable. The last thing you want is a potential client immediately doubting your ability to run a business by the state of your parking lot.
For most businesses, a well-maintained parking lot is an asset that deserves to be protected and given a place in their budgets. After all, it costs less to pay for asphalt maintenance than it does to replace an entire parking lot.
Here are 5 things you need to do to maintain the appearance and function of your commercial asphalt paving. Given proper maintenance, you can expect your asphalt pavement to last up to 20 years.
Inspect Your Parking Lot Regularly
The best way to prevent expensive is to check the condition of your parking lot. If you notice new cracks or potholes starting to form, you’ll need to contact our experienced asphalt repair contractors as soon as possible.
The longer you wait to call a professional, the more the damage will be allowed to spread to the rest of your parking lot. Deep can allow water to seep into your parking lot’s foundation to cause permanent damage.
Know What Damages Asphalt
Asphalt surfaces can be damaged by a variety of things. Fortunately, the best way to prevent damage is to invest in sealcoating. Sealcoating is a protective layer applied to the surface of your asphalt pavement.
The following can cause damage to asphalt:
- UV rays
- Heavy vehicles
- Tree roots
- Snow
- Rain
- Standing water
- Automobile fluids (gas, power steering fluid, oil, and grease)
You’ll notice that a few of the items on the list above involve water. If surface water of any kind is allowed to penetrate the foundation of your asphalt pavement, the result will be more cracks, potholes, and sunken pavement.
Keep Drainage Systems Clear of Debris
As stated earlier, standing water in a parking lot is a serious problem. Not only does it weaken the surface of your asphalt pavement, but it also increases the likelihood of potholes and cracks. Over time, huge can depress the asphalt around drainage systems to create permanent places for water to collect. Your parking lot’s best defense against rainfall and snowmelt is the drainage system. This is why it’s important you inspect the drainage system and clear any noticeable blockages.
Create a Budget for Asphalt Maintenance
Asphalt maintenance is something that deserves a place in your budget. Unfortunately, this can sometimes be easier said than done. If you are having difficulty justifying the expense of parking lot maintenance and repairs, consider the fact that prematurely replacing your parking lot is even more expensive.
Likewise, losing potential clients and decreasing the value of your commercial property will also cost you. Setting aside money for potential asphalt pavement repairs is a good financial strategy that will help you maintain the look and function of your parking lot.
Hire an Experienced Asphalt Contractor
A professional asphalt contractor is who you want to efficiently repair parking lot cracks and potholes. By seeking out someone who is qualified, you’ll be able to prolong the life of your parking lot. Make sure you hire a company, like Allied Construction, that has plenty of experience in the industry so you can feel confident that you will get the best results for your money.
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If you are interested in our asphalt parking lot maintenance services, please feel free to contact us online or call our Michigan asphalt paving contractors. Allied Construction is proud to serve customers in Clarkston, Brighton/Howell, Milford, Lapeer, and all of Southeastern Michigan.
This blog post has been updated.