Cost of Parking Lot Maintenance Services
By ProMatcher Staff
Maintaining a Parking Lot
This article will answer these four important questions about parking lot maintenance services.
1) Why is it so important?
2) What types of services are available?
3) How much does it cost?
4) What should I look for in a contractor?
The Importance of Parking Lot Maintenance
Proper parking lot maintenance is important for many reasons, including:
1) It helps to keep everyone safe! Pavement markings help to control the flow of traffic, protecting both drivers and pedestrians.
2) It is important to stay compliant with ADA requirements. Every parking lot must have the right amount of properly marked, handicap accessible spaces.
3) It makes your business look great! The parking lot is the first (and last) thing you customers will encounter when visiting your business.
4) Preventative parking lot maintenance can add years to the life of your parking lot. Preventative maintenance can also help you avoid costly emergency repairs.
Parking Lot Maintenance Services
1) Cleaning and sweeping is an important part of the on-going maintenance of your parking lot. The nature of your business and the size of your parking lot will affect the frequency (and length) of each visit. For more information, check out our Parking Lot Sweeping Cost Report.
2) Sealing (or sealcoating) helps to protect the asphalt surface from water and sun damage. It also helps improves the general appearance of your parking lot. For pricing information, click on over to our parking lot sealing page.
3) Filling potholes and sealing cracks is very important to the structural integrity of your parking lot. Repairing these issues as soon as possible helps to prevent further damage to the surface. It also dramatically improves the curb appeal of your business.
4) Re-striping helps to keep your parking lot functional and safe for all people. Parking stall lines should be clearly marked at all times. Other markings, including directional arrows, help to keep traffic moving efficiently. For a more detailed report, check out our article about the cost of re-striping a parking lot.
5) Landscaping and lawn care may also be an important part of maintaining medians, islands, and other areas surrounding your parking lot. These services are typically handled by a separate landscaping company. Use our free matching service to find a local lawn service for your project.
How Much Does Parking Lot Maintenance Cost?
The average cost of sweeping a 500-space parking lot is between $75-90 per visit.
If you're interested in re-striping, you should expect to pay about $4-5 per 18-foot line (4 ft. wide).
For commercial sealcoating, the average cost nationwide is about $0.19 per square foot.
See the Full Report:
Parking Lot Maintenance Costs
Unfortunately, there is no easy way to estimate the cost of many parking lot repairs. A pavement maintenance contractor will conduct an on-site inspection to assess the damage and determine the best course of action. To help you along the way, we have identified several factors that may impact the cost of your project, including:
- Current condition of the parking area
- Severity of the damage
- Your geographic location
- Local labor and material rates
- Square footage of the lot
- Repair method
- Materials required
- Current weather conditions
8 Questions to Ask Your Parking Lot Contractor
1. Are you fully licensed and insured?
2. How long have you worked in the industry?
3. Have you completed projects like this in the past?
4. Does the written cost estimate include all important information?
5. When will the work be completed?
6. Is cleanup included in the estimate?
7. Do you offer any type of warranty?
8. How long do we need to wait to resume using the parking lot?
Do you need a brand new parking lot?
Check out Cost of a New Asphalt Parking Lot
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