Fall Maintenance Checklist For Commercial Pavement

Fall is officially here, and with it comes the perfect time to get your annual checklist complete to keep things safe and prepared for the colder days to come. Winter brings freezing temperatures and icy weather that present a potential danger to asphalt surfaces, so here is a checklist of maintenance tasks to reduce risk of damages that can occur.

Perform Asphalt Maintenance

Maintenance of your asphalt surfaces can prevent expensive repairs and replacements down the road. Periodic pressure washing will ensure all dirt, debris, chemicals, and petroleum products are removed from your pavement’s surface. These chemicals and debris can easily be carried into cracks by water and snow, causing additional damage to your asphalt.

Moderate temperatures of the fall season are optimal for crack sealing performance. In the cold temperatures of winter, pavement contracts and cracks become bigger while in the hot summer season, the pavement expands and closes the cracks. Therefore, crack repair should be done while the weather is still on your side. Taking care of cracked or deteriorated pavement now can minimize further damage during the winter freeze and the spring thaw.

Sealcoating is extremely crucial for your asphalt driveway during those long winter snowstorms. It prolongs the life of your asphalt pavements by creating a barrier against moisture and debris. By sealing your asphalt, you will be able to maintain the asphalts appearance and color without having to re-do the asphalt. Unsealed asphalt is susceptible to cracks which, if left untreated, can result in costly repairs of potholes or sub-layers.

Check for Water Damage to Surfaces

Excess water on a commercial property can damage your foundation and create health and safety issues. August brings with it hurricanes and other damaging rainfall, so fall is the right time to assess your property for damage before winter sets in.

Drainage issues can occur for many reasons including excess street water, storm water damage or trench draining systems. Contractors with professional drainage service experience can help you to find the source of your drainage problems and come up with the best solution to resolve them. We can also provide ground and land drainage, surface drainage systems, rainwater drainage, and standing water drainage, in addition to seepage pit installation.

Create a Snow and Ice Removal Plan

The trick to avoiding the wintry risks to buildings and surfaces is to be proactive and prepared before the season strikes. Fall is the ideal time to ensure you have a service provider ready to help you clear snow and ice during those rough winter storms ahead, keeping buildings, roads, and parking lots safe and accessible in the months ahead.

Our experienced crew at Team Cam is ready to tackle your fall maintenance projects on any commercial or municipal property. We are dedicated to safety, quality, and client satisfaction. Call (443) 304-2237 or contact us online via the form below.