A parking lot is often the first part of your business clients and visitors see. This means that the state of your parking lot can be their first impression. When a lot is clean and in safe conditions for drivers, it’s a welcoming spot. But if asphalt paving is neglected, the lot isn’t tidied, or strips begin to wear down, your lot may not seem as inviting or accommodating, which may turn people away. Knowing how you should and shouldn’t maintain your parking lot will help keep it appealing for first-time and returning customers. 

Do: 

Seal and pave your lot.

Sealcoating and asphalt paving serve two different purposes but are both important for parking lot maintenance. Sealing involves applying a special substance as a layer to coat your entire lot and cover up small damage.

Paving involves using liquid asphalt and other materials to fix major potholes and cracks. Sealing keeps your lot aesthetically clean, while paving repairs your lot and keeps it functional. Relying on both spares your parking lot from deterioration caused by wear and tear. 

Clear away debris.

Sweeping up dust and leaves and mopping away small spills can keep your parking lot looking clean for all your guests. Leaving too much rubbish in your lot can make your business appear neglectful or messy. If cleaning is done on a schedule, the process can only take a few minutes of your time. 

Don't: 

Use metal shovels.

Metal shovels are designed to be strong so they can scrape through as much snow and ice as possible. But this also means they can potentially damage your asphalt by tearing it up during shoveling. In the winter, avoid using metal shovels and adopt plastic ones, which are both safer for pavement and more affordable. 

Let heavy vehicles remain in your lot.

While it’s important to be considerate to all drivers, if your parking lot wasn’t designed to handle heavy loads, avoid having certain vehicles stay on your lot for too long. Larger autos like trucks will be too heavy for your pavement to handle and will crack the foundation, which forces you to use asphalt paving sooner than you may have intended. If a truck driver needs to park, see to them as soon as you can so their truck isn’t sitting for too long.

When your business needs a fresh and long-lasting parking lot for employees and clients, ask for Musson Brothers in Rhinelander, WI. Since 1945, this company has built a strong reputation for paving and excavations for all vendors and commercial properties. They offer work on driveways, highways, site development, and snow removal. For more information, visit their website and call (715) 365-8700.