As the fall season approaches you need to prepare your parking lot for the upcoming cold winter months, especially in Wyoming. Time is a little shorter for Wyoming businesses to repair and prepare their parking lots. Prioritizing parking lot maintenance before the first snowfall will help extend the life of your asphalt, enhance safety, and prevent costly repairs down the road.
Inspect Your Parking Lot For Cracks, Potholes and Other Damage
When winter in Wyoming arrives, asphalt maintenance becomes much more difficult due to the cold temperatures, ice, and snow. Many property owners rush to get repairs done before the first snowfall, which can result in longer wait times and higher costs for services. Here is a checklist you can complete to ensure your parking lot is ready for the winter months.
- Walk through the entire parking lot and inspect for cracks, potholes, and other surface damage.
- Check curbs, sidewalks, and other concrete areas for cracks, damage, or uneven surfaces.
- Take note of small cracks that can expand with water and freezing temperatures.
- Ensure that water is properly draining away from your parking lot to avoid pooling.
- Clean out any clogged drains and make repairs to prevent water from damaging your asphalt surface.
- Sweep the parking lot to remove any leaves, dirt, and debris that can block drains and cause surface deterioration.
- Make sure that all parking space lines, directional arrows, and handicap markings are easy for drivers to see and follow.
If you do not feel comfortable inspecting your parking lot, we are happy to come out and assess the condition of your asphalt and provide recommendations for repair and maintenance.
Schedule Professional Asphalt Maintenance
One of the biggest threats to asphalt is water, particularly when combined with freezing temperatures. In Wyoming, freezing temperatures are imminent much earlier in the fall and winter seasons. Small cracks in your parking lot can turn into a bigger problem when water seeps in and freezes during the winter months. The expansion of frozen water causes the cracks to widen, resulting in potholes and further deterioration. By sealing cracks, filling potholes and applying a protective sealcoat now, you can prevent water from penetrating the surface.
- Fill all visible cracks in asphalt and concrete to prevent water from seeping in and causing further damage that will occur during the freeze-thaw cycle.
- Address potholes in your parking lot to improve safety and prevent them from getting worse over the winter months.
- Sealcoat your parking lot to protect the asphalt from UV rays, moisture, and winter elements.
- Freshen up faded parking space lines, directional arrows, and handicap markings.
Plan for Snow Removal
Don’t forget to plan ahead for winter snow removal. Snow and ice can cause significant wear and tear on your asphalt if not managed properly. Ensuring that you have a reliable snow removal service lined up will prevent snow buildup, minimize freeze-thaw damage, and keep your parking lot safe for pedestrians and drivers.
When choosing a snow removal service, make sure they use equipment that won’t scrape or harm the surface of your asphalt. Being proactive with snow removal will help protect your investment and maintain your parking lot’s longevity throughout the winter.
Get Your Parking Lot Ready for Winter
The fall season brings an increase of foot traffic, especially with the upcoming holidays. A well-maintained parking lot enhances the curb appeal of your business and makes for a positive experience for both your employees and customers.
Boomtown serves the whole state of Wyoming Get a free estimate or schedule your FALL parking lot repair by completing this form or calling Boomtown Parking Lot Maintenance at (307) 265-7144.