Winter is here, and soon it will be time to fix winter damage to asphalt parking lots.
Cracks, potholes, and faded pavement markings are common issues that arise as the snow melts, but with the right tools and supplies, you can restore your clients’ lots to full functionality.
Continue reading to learn how to fix winter damage to asphalt parking lots in and around .
Fixing Winter Damage in Parking Lots
Faded Pavement Markings
Over time, your clients’ pavement markings will need to be touched up or completely redone.
Fortunately, we offer all the asphalt supplies you need to get the job done once the weather warms up in the spring.
Parking lot striping can become faded due to scrapes from snow plow blades, as well as due to old age.
All pavement markings eventually need to be repainted so they remain clearly marked.
Drivers tend to err on the side of caution by parking farther than they need to from other vehicles, which limits the capacity of your client’s .
In other words, fewer cars are able to park because the parking lot striping isn’t visible.
Supplies used to fix faded pavement markings include:
- Line Striping Machine
- Parking Lot Paint
- Parking Lot Stencils
Cracks
Asphalt expands and contracts with fluctuating temperatures.
If your clients didn’t invest in last year, they may be looking at parking lots filled with cracks.
When cracks aren’t repaired as soon as possible, they can fill up with water.
Once water seeps into the foundation, it can irreparably damage the asphalt parking lot.
Alligator cracking is a sign that the foundation of the asphalt parking lot has failed.
Supplies used to fill cracks include:
Potholes
Once the snow melts, potholes can fill with water and compromise the foundations of .
Fortunately, we sell cold patch asphalt that can be used to fill potholes during the winter.
We also offer Aqua Patch™ that can be used in the rain, which is helpful during the spring.
Potholes not only decrease the curb appeal of a parking lot, but pose as a hazard to drivers and pedestrians.
Supplies used to fill potholes include:
We understand that you have a business to run, which is why we offer a variety of tools and equipment needed for the asphalt industry.
Whether you just started your company or you’ve been in the business for years, you can trust us to carry the supplies you need for your next job.
B&E Seal Coat Products Inc. is a trusted asphalt supply company in Grand Rapids, MI.
To learn more about our asphalt equipment and other supplies, call (616) 608-6169.
