Fall is a natural time to take stock of your property’s pavement. After months of heat, traffic, rain, and daily wear, your parking lot may have developed issues that are easy to overlook during the busy summer months.
A fall pavement checkup can help identify problems now and give you time to plan maintenance before winter weather arrives.
Look for New or Expanding Cracks
Walk or drive through your property and look for cracks in parking spaces, drive lanes, entrances, and high-traffic areas.
Pay particular attention to cracks that are widening or branching. These areas should be evaluated and addressed before moisture has an opportunity to work deeper into the pavement.
Check for Potholes and Failed Areas
Potholes are more than an appearance issue. They can create safety concerns and may continue to grow if the underlying problem is not corrected.
Fall is a good time to document existing potholes and determine whether patching or a more extensive repair is appropriate.
Pay Attention to Drainage
After a rainstorm, look around your property for areas where water remains on the pavement.
Standing water can indicate drainage problems or low areas in the pavement. Addressing the cause is important because repeated moisture exposure can accelerate pavement deterioration.
Inspect Pavement Markings
Faded parking lines, directional arrows, fire lane markings, and other pavement markings can make a property look neglected and may create confusion for drivers and pedestrians.
A fall inspection is a good opportunity to determine whether your property needs restriping as part of its maintenance plan.
Create a Winter Maintenance Plan
Once you’ve identified pavement issues, prioritize them. Some problems may need immediate attention, while others can be incorporated into next year’s maintenance budget.
The important thing is knowing what you’re dealing with before winter arrives.
Give your pavement a fall checkup. Contact Pro-Pave to discuss your property’s maintenance needs.
