Empire Parking Lot Services Blog

Rafael Cantillo

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How to Budget for Parking Lot Maintenance and Repairs
Budget for parking lot upkeep as two separate lines: an annual maintenance budget for recurring work such as crack sealing, sealcoating, and ...
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What Does Alligator Cracking in a Parking Lot Mean?
Alligator cracking means the base beneath your asphalt has failed, and the only permanent fix is to remove and replace the failed section with a ...
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What Are the Signs You Need to Repave Your Parking Lot?
A failing parking lot doesn't need a longer list of warning signs. It needs a way to rank them. A hairline crack and a collapsing drive aisle are ...
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Is Sealcoating a Parking Lot Worth the Investment?
Sealcoating is generally worth the investment when the asphalt underneath remains structurally sound, and maintenance happens on schedule. On a lot ...
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How to Tell if Parking Lot Cracks Are Structural or Cosmetic
Parking lot cracks fall into two broad categories: cosmetic and structural. Cosmetic cracks affect surface appearance and can typically be managed ...
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Resurface or Replace? The Structural Decision Rules Empire Parking Lot Services Uses on Every Site Visit
The honest answer depends on what your pavement is doing underneath, not how rough it looks on top. A lot can look worn and still sit on a perfectly ...
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When Is the Best Time to Schedule Parking Lot Maintenance in Southern California?
The best time to schedule parking lot maintenance in Southern California is whenever conditions are dry and mild, which the climate here allows for ...
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What Causes Potholes in Commercial Parking Lots?
Water intrusion is the leading cause of potholes in commercial parking lots, but it rarely acts alone. Potholes form when water, traffic loading, and ...
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How Often Should a Parking Lot Be Resealed?
Most property owners ask this right before a maintenance budget meeting. The working answer for commercial asphalt is every three to five years, but ...
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Is That Asphalt Company Real? How Property Owners Can Avoid Misleading Paving Companies Online
When a property manager searches online for asphalt repair, parking lot paving, seal coating, or concrete work, the results can look simple at first. ...
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