The Top Do’s and Don’ts of Parking Lot Aftercare

Azzarelli Paving & Site Development • 20 January 2022

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Regular aftercare is part of keeping new asphalt looking fresh and attractive. With the proper maintenance, you can prolong the life of your parking lot for up to 30 years. To get the best return from your investment, find out how to protect your parking lot and keep it functional for years to come. 

The Top Do’s of Parking Lot Aftercare 

Following simple guidelines will help keep your parking lot as fresh as when it was resurfaced. 

Provide the proper time for asphalt to cure. 

Asphalt takes up to a year to fully cure. Install speed bumps and enforce a weight limit to prevent damage.

Schedule regular sealcoating and maintenance.

Regular aftercare is a prevention plan to ensure that your parking lot remains in top shape. 

Clean your lot to avoid chemical degradation of the asphalt. 

The chemical build-up from oil and fuel leaks can degrade the binding compounds in asphalt. Regular cleaning will help prevent damage to the surface of the lot. 

The Top Don’ts of Parking Lot Aftercare 

Maintaining your parking lot includes proper care without cutting corners on time or attention to detail. 

Do not disturb the freshly laid asphalt for 24 to 72 hours. 

While it takes a year for asphalt to completely cure, it can take up to 72 hours to harden fully. Hot Florida temperatures can extend the curing time for even longer. 

Do not wait to patch minor flaws.

Patching minor flaws, like cracks, holes, or fissures, can keep your parking lot in good health until it’s time for regularly scheduled maintenance. 

Do not let landscaping overgrow into the parking lot. 

Neatly managed landscaping is essential for curb appeal and a well-kempt parking lot. Keeping weeds and other plant roots away from the asphalt will prevent cracks and breaks.

Paving with pride since 1983, Azzarelli paving and site development is ready and waiting to provide a free estimate for your lot today. Contact us today at 813-985-9970 or  online  for more details.

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