Parking Lot Striping

First impressions are important, so you want to make sure that the people who have the power to contribute to your success form a positive perception of your business. Whether your business revolves around patients, tenants, diners, or retail customers, the condition of your parking lot can be an influential part of their first impression of you. Professional parking lot striping services from Columbus Line Striping can help you generate the right perceptions of your business.

Why Does Parking Lot Striping Matter?

A parking lot with vibrant markings is more visually appealing, but it also conveys an image of an organization that cares about its clientele and pays attention to the little things. However, parking lot striping can provide additional benefits.

• Clearly defined parking spaces and the correct pavement markings help make your parking lot more orderly, and this makes it safer for everyone.
• The proper markings are necessary to ensure that your parking lot complies with the requirements stated in the Americans with Disabilities Act.
• A well-marked lot can help you maximize your existing space by providing guidance to drivers so that they do not take up more room than they need.

How Long Will Parking Lot Markings Last?

The average life of parking lot stripes and markings is approximately two years. However, the longevity of your stripes and markings will depend on factors that are unique to your parking lot.

• How many vehicles use your parking lot during an average week?
• Does your parking lot allow heavy trucks, or is the area limited to passenger vehicles only? If both types of vehicles are permitted, approximately how many of each type use your lot?
• Do you use a snowplow or chemical deicers to clear your parking lot of snow and ice in the winter? Both methods have the potential to damage your pavement markings, so neither method should be entrusted to someone who lacks the experience to handle the task safely.
• How widespread is the problem of vehicles that leak oil or other petrochemicals? Automotive fluids can damage your painted markings.

What Are Some Common Parking Lot Markings?

In addition to the striping for individual parking spaces, there are several types of markings that you might need to increase safety or to satisfy legal requirements.

• Directional arrows help drivers avoid confusion and distractions while they are navigating through your parking lot.
• ADA-approved stencils denote accessible parking spaces.
• Crosswalks help pedestrians traverse traffic aisles.
• Fire lanes can be denoted by painted curbs, pavement markings, or both.
• Pavement markings can be used to indicate no-parking areas.
• Painted stop bars can help prevent drivers from pulling too far forward at stop signs, crosswalks, or exits.

At Columbus Line Striping, we would be happy to assist you with all of your parking lot maintenance, including your parking lot markings, asphalt crack sealing, parking lot layout and design, sealcoating, and parking lot re-striping. We also offer residential sealcoating and warehouse striping. Our company is operated and owned by firefighters, and our roots go back to 2008 in South Carolina and 2016 in Ohio. We have earned a remarkable reputation that is based on the quality of our work, our integrity, and our customer service. Contact us for a free quote by either calling 614-370-5762 or submitting the online form.