What to Do If Your Car Park Is Creating the Wrong Impression for Your Clients

When prospective clients arrive at your business operation, they will form their first impression as soon as they pull into the car park. These impressions are crucial if you are to foster a great working relationship and you must ensure that you keep this parking area in great condition. It's usually most professional to select a sealed surface, such as asphalt. If you go down this road, however, how do you make sure it remains in good condition?

Regular Cleaning

If you are to keep this asphalt surface in great condition, you will need to clean it at least once each year. It's a good idea to bring in a sweeping vehicle that has brushes and water jets that can remove any debris that may have built up. This, by itself, will prolong the investment in your paved surface, as an accumulation of gravel or other debris could wear away the top coat.

The Benefits of Seal Coating

You should also seal coat the surface every few years as this helps to maintain the black colour and to protect it from everything that Mother Nature can throw at it. This coating not only protects from rain or frost, but it also helps shield the pavement from any chemical spills or oil that may drop from parked vehicles. This is crucial, as oil can weaken the structural layer underneath as it seeps into the pavement, leading to cracks and potholes.

If you live in a colder area that's prone to bad winter weather, you'll be able to clear snow more effectively and return your car park to operational status. Seal coating can also prevent damage from UV rays that will penetrate to the foundation and this is important in sun-drenched Australia.

Being Proactive

When asphalt is first put down, it will give your car park a spectacular upgrade. A shiny, black surface (that is as smooth as a billiard table) will greet visitors, and when you paint white lines to define their parking bays, they will know where to stop. They won't have to dodge any puddles that may have been a feature of inconsistent gravel or other damaged surfaces.

If you're looking for a way to set your business apart from its competitors, think about converting your car park by adding an asphalt surface. Don't forget to apply seal coating every few years and talk with a contractor about making a maintenance schedule.