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If there were numerous potholes in your parking lot during your last inspection, do not hesitate to get them fixed. Pothole repairs prevent various issues that can result in unhappy customers and liability lawsuits. The depressions indicate water damage that has broken down the subbase, causing the asphalt to cave in. Below are four reasons to schedule repair services as soon as possible. 

Why You Need Pothole Repairs For Your Parking Lot

1. Vehicle Misalignment Risks

Driving over a pothole is more than a shock — it can throw off car and truck alignments or the suspension systems connecting to wheels. Vehicles with alignment issues pull to the right or left instead of driving straight because their wheels are bent. Handling a car or truck out of alignment is a safety risk since it's challenging to maneuver the vehicle. Pothole repairs prevent customers from tracing alignment issues back to your parking lot and filing complaints. 

2. Cosmetic Issues

Your parking lot is an extension of your business. If the lot contains many potholes, it affects the commercial property's curb appeal. An unattractive parking area can upset customers and leave them wondering what other maintenance tasks haven't been addressed, such as those involving the building's restrooms, windows, or floors. Scheduling pothole repairs prevents damage to the business's reputation that could hurt future sales. 

3. Undercarriage Damage 

In addition to affecting vehicle alignments, potholes can make contact with the undercarriage of customer cars. Depending on the size of the depression and the force of the impact, the undercarriage's lines and hoses might sustain punctures resulting in fluid leaks. A brake fluid leak, for example, prevents brake pads from clamping down on brake discs, which makes stopping on time a challenge. Other undercarriage damage includes exhaust system leaks that can cause carbon monoxide to enter vehicle cabins. 

4. Tripping Hazards

Potholes affect pedestrians as well as drivers because they create tripping hazards. A customer who stumbles over a pothole and experiences fall-related injuries, such as back pain or head trauma, might sue your business on personal injury grounds. Pothole repair services prevent liability issues that harm your company's reputation and result in medical bill payment coverage. 

 

If pothole repair services are what your parking lot needs, trust Pacific Striping LLC to do the job perfectly. The company serves business owners and contractors throughout Oahu, from shopping malls to apartment complexes. Offering 24/7 availability, you can count on them for lot striping and repair services. Call (808) 859-3664 for a free inspection, or send a message online today to make an appointment.

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