Your parking lot is more than just a place for your patrons to leave their vehicles. It also tells the world how much you value the curb appeal of your property, the safety of your visitors, and your dedication to details. Whether you are in the hospitality, retail, housing, medical, or any other industry, you should ensure that your parking lot striping and markings are sending the right message.
Parking Lot Striping & Markings – Keep Your Lot Visible, Safe, & Compliant
Why Is Visibility Important for Parking Lot Striping?
Pavement markings, including your lot striping, are meant to provide useful information to drivers and pedestrians. If people have trouble discerning the intended message, your pavement striping and markings are of little use. Plan to have your lot repainted after asphalt sealcoating, whenever the paint’s visibility is reduced to less than 75% from its original visibility, or when the stripes and markings show signs of damage, including cracking or peeling paint.
Can Visible Parking Lot Striping and Markings Enhance Safety?
Distracted drivers comprise a significant portion of drivers who are involved in all types of accidents, including auto-pedestrian accidents. If drivers are distracted by the need to search for the correct traffic pattern, identify handicapped spaces, or figure out where and how to park, the risk of accidents increases. Furthermore, the lack of guidance can lead to congestion or traffic jams that can anger or frustrate drivers. When many drivers experience an emotional upset, they operate their vehicles in a less safe manner.
Does Pavement Striping and Marking Help With Compliance Issues?
Pavement striping and marking can definitely help you address potential compliance issues. Keep in mind that there are various types of compliance, and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act is only one type. Under the heading of building codes, many local governments may have enacted stricter accessibility guidelines than the ADA. There are also fire codes with which you must comply. Experienced parking lot striping contractors stay current on all the various codes and regulations so that they can assist their customers in achieving total compliance.
How Long Does Lot Striping Last?
There are many factors that can affect the length of time between pavement striping and marking. In general, lots that support a high volume of cars need new paint applied more frequently than lots that only provide spaces for a dozen or so cars. The weight of the vehicles can also be a factor; parking lots for trucks and other heavyweight vehicles will need new paint more often than lots reserved for passenger cars. The condition and age of your pavement can also play a role in your scheduling. However, an average parking lot in North Georgia usually needs to be striped and marking about every two years. Keep in mind that if your parking lot only serves a handful of employees, you might be able to go four or five years between striping. Conversely, some parking lots need to be striped and marked every year.
For Superior Pavement Markings and Striping, Contact MH Greeson
MH Greeson is a well-respected, experienced asphalt company serving customers in North Georgia with exceptional work at competitive rates. Our services include pavement marking and lot striping, parking lot sealcoating, asphalt repairs, asphalt sealcoating, ADA compliance, parking lot wheel stops, bollards, and traffic sign installation. We offer free quotes, so submit your request today by calling 770-335-2983 or completing the online form.
