Maybe you’ve started to notice the parking lot you own is looking a little worn down and shabby. Cracks and holes are not always easy to fix and often just result in pouring money into a property that still needs many repairs. If you aren’t ready to replace the entire lot, there is another solution: resurfacing. This process removes the top layer of your existing asphalt and replaces it with a new layer, extending your parking lot's lifespan.

Some parking lot owners opt to take on resurfacing themselves, but making this a DIY project can lead to a lot of amateur mistakes. When you work with professional parking lot paving services, they can help you refresh your paved surfaces to look like new. Keep reading to learn just how helpful this service can be to your parking lot.

Timing

According to LiveAbout, an online culture resource, parking lots should be seal-coated every two or three years, or every year if it sees heavy traffic. If you've just recently seal-coated your lot, you may want to wait a year or two before having a team resurface it so all that work doesn't go to waste. However, if your lot is in especially bad shape or has extremely heavy use, you may want to cut your losses and opt for resurfacing anyway.

Inspection

Before the paving service arrives, you'll want to schedule an inspection of your lot. The experts will be able to assess the current condition of your parking lot, which helps the paving contractors gather the right specifications for the job and identify any other issues that might need attention, such as grading and drainage.

Cleaning

Next, the lot will need to be physically prepared for the resurfacing. This will include clearing the asphalt of obstacles including access ramps, speed bumps, or parking bumpers. Structures for utilities such as wires may also need to be adjusted so the paving service can work hazard-free.

Now that you're armed with the knowledge you need to get ready for parking lot paving services, you may be wondering where you should turn to. We may just be the professionals you're looking for! The team at Alto Construction has more than 35 years of experience and state-of-the-art equipment, so you can be sure the job will be done right. Give us a call today to get started!