Parking lots sustain significant wear during their lifetimes, including faded lot lines. Since the paved space is a reflection of your business, it’s important to maintain it, including scheduling restriping services with paving contractors to keep the lot looking fresh and inviting. Here’s a closer look at why restriping is important and how to assess your property.

Signs Your Lot Needs New Stripes

When it’s time to schedule restriping, you’ll probably notice an increase in poor parking jobs because customers have trouble seeing where the lines begin and end. You may also see a higher number of wheel stops. If drivers experience line visibility issues, they often can’t stop their cars in time and hit their brakes hard in response.

Other signs telling you to contact your local paving contractors include drivers cutting across parking lanes and becoming subject to fender benders. Drivers may also park in wheelchair-accessible spots unwittingly because the lines and markers have faded so much. If the lines have become obsolete because the lot is crumbling and needs resurfacing, it will be necessary to schedule overlay work in addition to restriping.

Benefits of Restriping

A parking lot that was recently restriped contributes to your commercial property’s curb appeal because the property is clear, bright, and neat. An organized lot avoids customer confusion, awkward parking jobs, and minor collisions. Since it clearly defines each parking space, more customers can park without problems to patronize your business.

You also won’t have to worry about American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance because designated spaces are noticeable and wide enough to accommodate the vans those with permits frequently use. Additional restriping perks include liability reductions because drivers can’t sue you on the basis of poorly marked lot spaces. Fire compliance improves as well since the designated fire lane is clearly visible.

How Often It’s Needed

It’s generally best to schedule restriping every two to five years or after every sealcoating or resurfacing procedure. Depending on the amount of traffic the lot receives, you may need to schedule restriping annually or when visibility diminishes to 25%.

The job is recommended when temperatures are steadily above 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Lower temperatures and humidity present curing problems that may keep the lot out of commission for a day or more. Prevent traffic from driving through the lot for at least two hours after restriping for complete adhesion. 

Request restriping services from the paving contractors at AAA Paving Company, the commercial and residential business serving clients throughout the Triad Area of North Carolina since 1989. Call the local, family-owned company today at (336) 723-1418 for a free estimate or visit them online for commercial service info.