Parking Lot Paving Services
Think to when you visit a newly developed area with a brand new building, what is it that you notice most? Its parking area likely catches your eye. Public parking lots that are freshly paved will certainly catch your eye with the clearly identify designated parking spots and directions that does as well.
Parking lot paving and striping isn’t a fix-it-and-forget-it type matter, though. The ongoing maintenance of a parking lot is critical. It not only improves your property’s appearance and value, but it protects the safety of those using it too.
How Deteriorating Parking Lot Surfaces and Striping Affect Safety
Asphalt parking lots can deteriorate when subjected to excessive wear and tear, leading to instability that causes cracks and potholes, creating an unsafe environment for anyone traveling by car, or foot within it. That being said, asphalt is also weather-resistant and durable provided it undergoes periodic repairs and treatments.
The same thing goes with parking space and directional striping. While materials used for this can withstand the elements and regular use of the parking area, these lines need refreshing from time-to-time to keep everything orderly and safe.
Carefully planned initial parking facility projects and regularly scheduled parking lot maintenance protects property values and ensures the safety of staff, customers, vendors, and visitors.
Parking Lot Services We Offer at American Asphalt
If you're looking for professional parking facility services, you've come to the right place. Our team at American Asphalt has years of experience paving new lots and also repairing or maintaining existing ones in Greensboro, Winston-Salem and High Point areas. We provide parking lot paving servince throughout the Piedmont Triad of North Carolina, and even into Southern Virginia. Some of the core asphalt paving services we offer at locations where parking is available include:
- New asphalt
- Pothole repair and asphalt patching
- Sealcoating
- Bollard installation
- Parking lot bumper installation
We provide these parking lot paving services at a variety of parking facilities attached to educational institutions, retail establishments, such as grocery stores, malls, and shopping centers, sports arenas or fields as well as at government, industrial, or commercial buildings.
Parking Lot Striping Options Offered by American Asphalt
Many of our Winston-Salem customers require specially designated parking spaces for a variety of needs, including:
- Valet-parking
- Handicap accessible parking
- Metered parking
- Employee parking
- Residential parking
- Visitor parking or guest parking
- Parking for oversized vehicles, such as rotary vehicles (RVs)
- Campus parking
- Monthly parking permit holders
- Motorcycle parking
- Limited minutes parking
- Parking near EV charging stations
We can also mark a parking place so that it says which vehicles, like motorcycles, are not permitted in a car parking space. Markings can also designate a parking space with an “all vehicles prohibited from backing in” message. Handicap parking spaces can have markings warning motorists that handicap parking is limited to those who have a placard. Or, a surface parking lot can be designated as private with the exception of parking spaces available for those with a visitor permit. A pre-paid parking lot can also number reserved parking spaces.
When it comes to parking lot striping Winston-Salem NC, we can paint lines, no matter if you plan to install:
- Straight line or angle parking in a paid or free lot
- Parallel parking adjacent to your building
Parking Lot Maintenance Services Offered by American Asphalt
While paving projects, including driveways or parking lots in Winston-Salem, Greensboro and High Point, or in another one of our service areas, account for the bulk of our business, line striping, maintenance, and repairs also keep our American Asphalt team busy.
According to the National Asphalt Pavement Association, approximately 90% of all parking lots in the United States use asphalt to pave their parking lots. While most consumers choose asphalt because it is a durable material, it can show signs of wear and tear over time. This is why we offer general parking lot maintenance services to stave off much larger, costly repairs. In the earlier overview of our services, we highlighted some of the parking lot maintenance projects we regularly take on, such as:
- Sweeping and cleaning: This helps to remove any built-up debris, like leaves and twigs. It’s also the first step in the asphalt crack filling process. It clears the way for crack filling and sealcoating.
- Crack filling: Filling cracks as they appear is a crucial part of parking lot maintenance. These cracks can quickly expand, turning into potholes if left unchecked and unaddressed.
- Sealcoating: This process helps protect the asphalt from ultraviolet (UV) rays, gas, and oil spills, all of which can cause deterioration of the paving surface.
- Striping: While we’ve already discussed the striping services that we do, we haven’t discussed its importance beyond hinting at its aesthetics and impact on safety. It helps users find parking spots and keeps them safe while walking through the parking lot.
When Should You Schedule Parking Lot Paving Services?
Most industry experts recommend servicing your parking lot every 12 to 18 months. Doing so helps prevent significant damage and keeps the asphalt in good condition. Of course, the frequency with which you have your parking lot serviced will depend on a few factors, including:
- The amount of traffic the parking lot gets
- The climate in your area
- The type of asphalt used
If you’re interested in re-paving an existing parking lot or re-striping, then this is something you will want to schedule right away to ensure its completion by your desired timeline. As you may have guessed, there are certain times of the year that are busier than others or prime time to carry out such projects due to weather patterns and other factors. Getting your project on our calendar at American Asphalt as soon as possible ensures you’ll receive priority status when scheduling.
Benefits Associated With Commercial Parking Lot Paving and Line Striping
A professionally paved parking lot with well-done line striping improves customer perception and satisfaction. If customers, patrons, or clients see a well-maintained parking lot, they'll have a better impression of your business.
Investing in commercial parking lot paving is a great way to improve the curb appeal your business has. This is especially true if your parking lot is visible from the street. In fact, a study conducted by the research firm INRIX, identified how 40% of drivers don't shop at certain locales because of the inferior appearance or condition of their parking lots. This means your bad-looking parking lot could be costing you business. A well-maintained parking lot also sends a message to potential customers that you're a professional business that takes pride in its appearance and reputation.
Utilizing Paving Contractors for Your Parking Lot Services
Professional paving contractors like ours at American Asphalt have had the pleasure of serving many residents and commercial clients over our many years of business in Winston-Salem, Greensboro, High Point. We understand that every parking lot is different, so we take the time to assess your specific needs. By doing this, we can help you choose the right type of asphalt for your parking lot. Taking this time early on also allows us to properly assess your parking lot and recommend a maintenance schedule that will ensure it remains in the best possible condition.
Why Our Commercial Paving Company Should Handle Your Parking Lot Project
We’ve been fortunate enough to work with a wide variety of clients with all different types of parking lots over the years. We have extensive experience completing full-scale commercial asphalt jobs for countless satisfied customers. We also have various clients that keep us on retainer to regularly perform maintenance on their lots, including freshening up line striping when needed.
Here at American Asphalt, our team is not only trustworthy and reliable but also dedicated to meeting deadlines. Above all else, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality services that are both fast and affordable. With services ranging from commercial parking lot paving to parking lot striping Winston-Salem NC, we have the skills and experience necessary to complete any sized job.
We would like to learn more about the scope of your project so that our commercial paving company in can go over how we can best meet your parking lot services needs. We're ready to help you maintain your parking lot to look its best and last for years. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help!