The winters in North Georgia can be unpredictable. Temperatures may be warmer or colder than average, rain may be more abundant than normal, and the area could see a little snow or a lot of ice. No matter what the winter weather brings, however, there is a good chance that your pavement will not emerge unscathed when spring arrives. Fortunately, spring is a great time to have your contractor perform any pavement maintenance or pavement repair that you need to rejuvenate and protect your paving investment.
What Are the Pavement Maintenance Services Many Customers Need in the Spring?
Asphalt professionals know that each pavement has unique needs, so they always evaluate every site carefully before making recommendations. Therefore, although you may not need every service listed every spring, you might want to consider budgeting for certain services next spring if your pavement does not need them this year.
1. Timely asphalt repair plays a critical role in extending the life of your pavement. Potholes and cracks should be repaired to prevent water from seeping through the pavement and eroding the base layers. Repairs should be made at least annually, and older pavements may need to be repaired during the spring and again in the fall.
2. Asphalt sealcoating is an extremely effective and economical way to ensure that your pavement attains its full life expectancy. Sealcoating blocks damage from the sun and automotive fluids, but it also refreshes the color of faded, dingy asphalt pavement. Your sealcoating contractor can advise you on the right interval between applications for your specific pavement, but most pavements need fresh sealcoating every two years.
3. Asphalt striping and markings can increase safety and aesthetics as well as help protect you from potential liability or noncompliance issues. A well-designed layout can also help you maximize the number of spaces you can offer in your parking lot. The wear that your stripes and markings receive is one of the primary factors in determining how often you need to have fresh paint applied. In general, you should have new striping applied whenever you have asphalt sealcoating applied, if the markings suffer unusual damage, when the visibility of the stripes and markings is reduced by more than 25% of their original clarity, or if federal or local accessibility regulations change.
Why Is Spring a Good Time to Schedule Pavement Maintenance?
In addition to making sure that your pavement is in good shape for the hot, humid days that will soon arrive, spring is an ideal time for the following reasons.
1. Despite the rhyme about April showers, April is typically the driest month in the Atlanta area, and May is normally the third-driest month. Many services, especially sealcoating, cannot be performed if rain is imminent.
2. Temperatures and humidity levels usually spike during the summer months. Temperature and humidity can both play a role in how well and how quickly sealcoating and pavement paints will cure.
If you want to get your pavement in shape this spring, contact MH Greeson. We specialize in parking lot maintenance services, including asphalt sealcoating, parking lot striping, asphalt repair, bollard installation, and parking lot signs. We have earned our impeccable reputation by consistently delivering work of the highest quality, offering affordable rates, and providing exceptional customer service. We would be happy to provide you with a free quote, so call us at 770-335-2983 or fill out our online form.
