Asphalt Maintenance Planning – What’s Next?

Adding fresh asphalt pavement to your property enhances curb appeal and creates a safe place for people to walk and drive. Planning your initial paving project involved a lot of hard work that finally paid off, but now you may be wondering what to do now. New asphalt maintenance planning is easy when you lean on the support of experienced contractors. You can also use this guide to begin planning maintenance while waiting for the asphalt to cure.

What Types of Regular Asphalt Maintenance Are Required?

One of the first service that an Orange County asphalt maintenance company will suggest is sealcoating. After you’ve sealed the surface of your parking lot, you’ll then be ready to plan for these other essential maintenance services.

•Parking Lot Striping and Re-Striping
•Parking Lot Cleaning
•Crack Sealing
•Crack Repairs
•Traffic Signage Updates
•Concrete Repairs

How Often Should You Plan for Sealcoating?

Sealcoating is your first line of defense against oxidation and damage from corrosive substances. You’ll first need to wait for the asphalt to cure before applying the sealcoat. Once the pavement is installed, ask your asphalt maintenance contractor to help you plan for the first sealcoating service. They can help you identify the appropriate schedule for reapplying the sealant in future years. Although schedules vary, most property owners must plan for sealcoating every two to three years after the original application.

When Should You Plan for Other Asphalt Maintenance Services?

Daily maintenance for asphalt includes removing surface debris, and you may need to plan for power washing to remove deeper stains that set in over time. You can also perform a daily inspection during the cleanings, and scheduling annual inspections with a paving contractor helps you identify subtle signs of damage before they become more significant problems.

Most property owners do major crack repair work between sealcoating services. But you’ll need to plan to re-stripe after the sealant is applied. On most properties, pavement markings can last a few years before they must be redone, and traffic signage can be updated as required. Watching for signs of damage lets you know when you need to schedule services moving from maintenance to repairs, such as milling and overlays.

Find Out What to Do Next With a Custom Asphalt Maintenance Plan

Peterson Grading & Paving, Inc. is your one-stop shop for parking lot maintenance needs. On top of providing the best asphalt maintenance paving services, we’re here to help with sealcoating, crack repairs, parking lot striping, and line and marking removal. For more extensive maintenance and repair needs, our team can also assist you with planning for asphalt milling and overlays. Parking lot signage and bollard installation are available after we perform paving and repair services. Remember that we also provide concrete services, including curbing, parking lots, ramps, sidewalks, and repairs. To get a free quote on your project, call us at 949-402-6979, email ryan@GradePave.com, or fill out our online form today.