What Does Your Parking Lot Say About Your Business?

Did you ever think your parking lot doesn’t affect business? Think again!

Your parking lot is one of the first parts of your business that your customers interact with, and that first impression can affect your business. An orderly, clean and easy-to-navigate parking lot is a boon, while a dirty, unkempt, poorly organized parking lot that is not maintained tells your customers that your business is likely run with the same attitude. Explore the areas of your parking lot that may be having an impact on your business.

Parking Lot Aesthetics
You want your business’s parking lot to have both form and function—to look nice and to function in a way that makes it easy for customers to navigate. The following areas are where you need to focus:

The Pavement: Pavement that is uneven, bumpy or filled with cracks and potholes makes driving unpleasant. Get all cracks and damages fixed, and make sure the pavement presents a smooth driving surface for customers. Having a pavement expert complete repairs and sealcoat your parking lot will give your entire business a facelift.

Water Runoff: Florida’s rainy season and hurricane season can result in a significant downpour, and the last thing you want to ask your customers to do is wade through puddles to get to your business. Make sure your gutters and drain systems are in working order and keeping water off of your parking lot when it rains. Hire a paving professional with experience in stormwater system repairs if your parking lot has issues with drainage.

A Poor Layout: If your parking lot’s layout is poorly designed, then it could result in congestion, difficulty parking, dangerous situations for pedestrians in the parking lot and a higher chance of collisions. Ensure that your parking lot’s striping and signage are visible, offer enough space for parking, and are clear about which direction to drive, where pedestrian crosswalks and no-parking zones are located, and where vehicles must stop.

ADA Compliant: Your parking lot must also be accessible to those with disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Ensure that you have enough designated handicap spaces, signage, and features that allow all customers to access your store, like ramps to get up and over a curb.

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