What should I be doing for my parking lot?

Seal-Coat Specialties, in Hertel Wisconsin, is your asphalt preservation and maintenance company specializing in; sealcoating, crack filling, line striping and parking lot maintenance that works to make people’s lives smoother. Most people consider redesigning and redoing the interiors of their businesses. Painting, carpeting, and picking just the right colors to set the tone of your business. Wonderful smiles greeting you as you come in, to extend the warmth of your organization. But, did your customer feel that way pulling up to your building? Owners work to make their interiors comfortable, safe and aesthetically pleasing for their customers, but many fail to realize the first impression and connection to a company is their parking lot. Are your parking areas warm, and inviting? Sounds kind of silly, doesn’t it? However, have you ever driven by a gas station and gone to the next, simply because you knew they had a better access or you knew they didn’t have any potholes? Maybe the lines were crispy and parking was easier? This is where clients and staff first set foot. Do you have the grass mowed in the summer, and the snow plowed in the winter? These are things you just expect to do. Yet, the actual asphalt of your parking lot tends to get neglected. There are numerous reasons why parking lot maintenance shouldn’t be ignored such as; safety, liability, ADA compliance and overall functionality and aesthetics.

SAFETY AND LIABILITY

Wait, did you say liability? “Great, another company beating that drum” you are thinking. Unfortunately with the litigious society that has been created, as a business you are always open to lawsuits. Whether just, or unjust, it’s an unfortunate reality. Did you know that imperfections in the concrete or asphalt is a leading cause of parking lot accidents? If an accident occurs in a parking lot due to a crack or pot hole in the concrete or asphalt, the company could be liable and held responsible to any injury to the people or vehicles. The leading cause of death for our older population is falls. Pedestrians could trip or fall, causing injury or even death, which once again, the company could be liable. This is why paving, sealcoating, crack filling, and pothole repairs to make sure there are no bumps, breaks, or cracks, are crucial.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) COMPLIANCE

Yes, more government compliance. Does it ever end? Parking lots have to pass inspections in order to be considered safe and ADA compliant. There must be highly visible markings and signage that is securely fastened or anchored. All it takes is someone to file a claim against you for ADA violations.

Customers/clients/staff must be able to easily see lines, markings or any other sort of signage in order for your parking lot to pass inspection. There also cannot be potholes or any large cracks that could cause injury. It’s crucial to maintain your lot with routine preventative and quality care.

AESTHETICS

Having a parking lot routinely maintained isn’t only important for safety reasons. it also shows pride and care in your company. A well maintained lot is inviting and attractive. It displays value and quality in your company. If a potential customer/client has an option to go to company A: who’s parking areas and drives are ugly, filled with potholes, and look like they could damage the customer/clients vehicle or company B: who’s parking areas and drives are maintained, smooth, and clearly marked showing traffic direction. Would they most likely choose company A or company B? Or, if a customer/client pulls into your lot and gets a flat tire or trips and falls, the likelihood of their return is nearly non-existent. We make sure our interiors are clean and inviting, it’s just as important to make sure our exteriors are as well.

Parking lot maintenance is something that must be addressed at any property. Don’t let your parking lot become an eyesore or a parking battle ground. Spending a small amount of money to maintain your asphalt now, will prevent large spending later. Get some estimates, and remember that cheaper does not always mean better. Research the company for quality. It will pay off in the long run.

At Seal-Coat Specialties, it is our duty to our customers to provide honest, cost-effective solutions for your parking lot needs. Seal-Coat Specialties is dependable and values every customer. We know that with every customer, we have gained a new friend and so have you. Contact us today for any concerns you may have with your asphalt. We will stop out for a free, no obligation consultation/quote.