If a business owner is planning to build a new parking lot for their customers, clients, and employees or if they are planning to update their existing lot, they have a choice that needs to be made. They need to decide what material they are going to use for the for the parking lot. The two most popular materials for parking lots are concrete and asphalt. There are a few reasons why the business owner should consider Commercial Asphalt Paving.
Quick Installation
Most business owners want to create a safe place for their customers to park as quickly as possible. Fortunately, this is something that can be accomplished with asphalt. Asphalt driveways can be laid in just a few days. If the driveway was laid when the weather is cool, it could be ready for use within two days. Concrete takes longer to lay and even longer to cure. If the business owner needs to have their parking lot done quickly, they should go with asphalt.
Better for the Environment
Asphalt is considered to be an environmentally friendly material because it can be recycled. Old asphalt can be ground up and then used again. Also, many types of asphalt allow for water drainage. This will allow the rainwater to go through the asphalt and get into the soil below. This is not possible with concrete.
Long Lifespan
When it comes to choosing a paving material that will last the longest, asphalt is the best option. If the parking lot is properly maintained, it can last for 20 years or more. When the parking lot does need to be replaced, only the top layer would need to be repaved. The base layer and the middle layer would be permanent. By replacing only the top layer, it can save the business owner a great deal of money. If concrete were to crack, the entire section would need to be cut out and then replaced. This can be very expensive and very time-consuming.
It is up to the business owner to make sure that the parking lot is safe for vehicles to drive on and for people to walk on. The parking lot should also be free of cracks and divots. If a business owner wants to install a parking lot that will last for years and can be installed as quickly as possible, they should consider Commercial Asphalt Paving in Waterford CT. For more information, visit Sullivan Paving. You can also follow them on Facebook.
