It may be hard to envision a time when only wealthy Americans could afford to buy and operate a car, but it was little more than a century ago when most people relied on trolleys, taxis, buses, and subways for their transportation needs. In 1910, the rate per 1,000 people was 5.07, but by 1930, it was 217.34. As America became a more car-dependent nation, parking lots became necessities in both downtown city centers and the suburbs. Almost immediately, the benefits of parking lot striping started to become obvious to offer the maximum spaces, enhance safety, and maintain order. Over the years, other benefits, including legal compliance, aesthetics, and protection against potential liabilities, were added to the list.
If you have ever attended an event that required you to park in an unmarked overflow lot, you probably found it challenging to determine how much room to leave between your car and the one next to it. You may have also been uncertain of the parking angle you should use. Most other drivers also faced these challenges. As a result, almost everyone left more room than necessary between vehicles, and the parking angles likely varied a great deal. Latecomers may have parked far too close to other vehicles, or they may have blocked the path for other drivers. Parking lot striping lets drivers know how much room they have to park their cars and at what angle. These visual clues let you optimize your space so that you can offer more parking stalls.
When everyone is on the same page, your parking lot will be less chaotic. The more order you can maintain, the safer your parking lot will be for everyone, including pedestrians. Striping and marking can reduce scrapes and dents inflicted by adjacent cars. Furthermore, since drivers are facing less confusion, minor accidents can also be reduced.
Depending on your specific parking lot, you may need to comply with local ordinances, including fire and building codes. For example, you may need to set aside parking spaces for emergency responders. However, the most critical law you need to comply with is the Americans with Disabilities Act. The ADA covers many aspects of accessible parking, including the way the handicapped spaces must be striped and marked.
Your parking lot plays an important role in the curb appeal of your property. Neat, clean, visible lines are simply more attractive. Since your parking lot is normally the first thing visitors see, it is important to create a good first impression.
First of all, if your parking lot does not meet local codes or the ADA, you could be fined, and you could possibly be sued. Furthermore, people will expect you to compensate them for a damaged vehicle or personal injury. If they can blame the condition of your stripes and markings, they could have a better chance of securing a judgment against you.
We are a highly experienced, well-respected company with a focus on maintaining parking lots throughout greater Reno. In addition to parking lot striping, we offer asphalt crack repairs, parking lot maintenance plans, asphalt sealcoating, parking lot layout, and residential sealcoating. We have an exemplary reputation that is based on our extraordinary workmanship and exceptional customer service. If you are interested in receiving a free, no-obligation quote, submit the online request form, email RenoOffice@affordablestriping.com, or call 775-825-1101.
Our company has been serving the community for over 30 years. During this time, we’ve established a reputation for upholding honesty and integrity within the industry.
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