Properly maintaining a parking lot is essential for any business owner or property manager. Filling potholes and large cracks in a timely manner can help preserve the asphalt and extend the lifespan of the parking lot. Additionally, having a sealcoating contractor on a regular basis will also help safeguard your asphalt from the elements.
Another essential piece of a parking lot is its striping. Striping ensures traffic knows which way to go, adds curb appeal, and many more benefits. We are going to discuss these and a few additional benefits of parking lot striping today.
1. Maintains Order
Without line striping, traffic would be very confused as to where to drive and which way to go. Not having markings to let travelers know which aisles are one or two ways can be a big safety concern not just for vehicles, but also for pedestrians trying to walk in the lot. Furthermore, striping lets vehicles know where to park so there is no confusion.
Having a professional contractor stripe the lot will help maintain order. Eliminating the confusion and encouraging drivers to follow a well planned route is essential for any parking lot. Guiding traffic to designated parking spaces will also keep the parking lot orderly. Create a safe parking lot for vehicle and pedestrian traffic by maintaining order with professional striping.
2. Curb Appeal
Your parking lot is often the first impression a customer will have for your business. By having professional striping regularly completed, you are adding to the curb appeal of your business. You will notice after striping is complete, the lot will have bright and clean markings which is more appealing. Customers that see a well maintained exterior of a business are more likely to choose that business over and over again.
3. ADA Compliance
The ADA, or Americans with Disabilities Act, provides strict guidelines that businesses must comply with. These guidelines include size, location, number of, and identification of handicapped parking spaces. Failing to follow these guidelines could result in fines or lawsuits. If you are concerned or have questions about ensuring your lot is ADA compliant, discuss your concerns with a local sealcoating contractor. They will be able to assess your current layout and provide the best plan to move forward.
While reviewing your ADA compliance, be sure to examine your fire lane needs and other necessary emergency markings. While having your stripes redone, you may also want to order new signage too.
4. Promotes Safety
Maintaining order can not only help prevent fender-benders and traffic jams, but also help promote safety of pedestrians too. If a vehicle or pedestrian accident happens, the business owner could be held liable if they have been negligent in maintaining their parking lot, including the striping. Additionally, drivers who are told which way to go and not confused by traffic are more likely to pay attention to pedestrians or cyclists.
Discuss Your Options
If you are in need of new line stripes or have questions about your current parking lot markings, contact Toste Construction. We will assess your parking lot and provide you with a FREE estimate to reconfigure your parking lot.
Toste Construction specializes in sealcoating and crack filling to ensure you and your customers have a smooth surface to drive on. We are your Mooresville asphalt and pavement maintenance company. Our services include asphalt sealcoating, striping, patching, pothole repair and crack filling for both residential and commercial projects throughout western North Carolina.