Well-designed and highly visible pavement striping and other painted traffic markings on your parking lot are important for the daily operations of a successful business. A properly striped and marked parking lot creates both a safe and convenient environment for customers and employees. Properly maintaining your parking lot also creates a welcoming atmosphere that shows that you care and appreciate the people visiting your parking lot. Local zoning rules and regulations may specify certain requirements, and the Americans with Disabilities Act covers the federal requirements that you are legally obligated to follow when establishing and identifying handicapped parking spaces and access lanes. Fortunately, there are a few signs you may notice that indicate your parking lot needs a new paint job.
Signs That You Need Parking Lot Striping
Are Drivers Parking Randomly or Driving Unsafely?
Asphalt striping will eventually wear away or lose visibility. The amount of traffic the parking lot receives and the weather conditions the pavement encounters are the primary factors that determine how quickly markings will wear and fade. The inability of drivers to safely maneuver through the parking lot and park appropriately can lead to frustration and accidents. The owner of a parking lot that is not properly marked could be liable for damages and injuries incurred on the property. Professional striping contractors recommend an ongoing preventive asphalt maintenance program that includes periodic inspections to ensure your parking lot striping is visible and in good condition.
Are You Getting Customer Complaints?
If customers or employees are complaining about the condition of the pavement striping and markings in your parking lot, you probably have a problem and will need to act immediately. Ignoring the situation could lead to someone being injured or property damage occurring, including damage to your own property. Being aware of the problem and doing nothing is very dangerous. Keeping your paving parking lot looking its best as well as keeping everyone safe is just good business. People will notice the extra time and expense that you put into your parking lot, so good maintenance can be an investment that pays for itself.
Do You Know What to Do When You Need New Asphalt Striping and Marking?
Most professional asphalt contractors will offer services that include parking lot striping. Do some research and contact contractors with a proven record of satisfied customers. A physical inspection should be performed by qualified, knowledgeable, experienced professionals. A thorough inspection may uncover other issues that need to be addressed. Any repairs to the pavement will need to be performed before new striping is applied. If it has been more than two years since the pavement has had asphalt sealcoating applied, consider having your parking lot sealed first. Sealcoating will provide an attractive surface that will enhance the new striping. Furthermore, sealcoating protects the asphalt surface from damage and helps prolong the useful life of the pavement.
Have Your Needs Changed in Recent Years?
Parking lots virtually always have finite borders that limit the area available for you to offer your customers and employees a place to park their vehicles. However, the number of cars that can be parked within a certain area is not necessarily constant. For example, the same parking lot can accommodate more vehicles if you use head-in parking than if you use angled parking. If space is at a premium, consider redesigning the layout of the existing striping to maximize efficiency. If a recent alteration to your building changed the location of an accessible entrance, you may need to relocate your accessible parking spaces. In short, new pavement markings give you an ideal opportunity to change a variety of aspects about your asphalt parking lot that no longer deliver the maximum benefits.
Contact MH Greeson for Your Asphalt Pavement Maintenance
When you need asphalt pavement markings and maintenance in the Atlanta metro area, contact MH Greeson. We are famous for our quality workmanship and our affordable prices. Our services include asphalt repairs, bollards, traffic signs, parking lot striping and pavement marking, sealcoating, car stops and crack repair. We would be happy to provide you with a free quote; just call 770-335-2935 or complete our convenient online form.
