Don’t Let Your Parking Lot Be the Weak Link

Parking lots are more than just a place to come and go. They’re the first and last impression for visitors to your business. Let’s make it a pleasant experience. Here’s how to ensure your parking lot truly serves you well.

Be Picky with Plants

Parking lot islands take a beating, so it’s important to choose plants and trees that are extra tough and well-adapted to your climate. Native plants generally don’t need to be babied and are an especially good choice if your parking lot islands aren’t irrigated. Trees are nice for shade, but be careful with deciduous or fruiting varieties, which can create a mess (or worse, stain cars and concrete).

Convert that Turf

This one deserves its own category. If you have turf in a narrow parking lot island, consider a conversion to hardier plant material, as mentioned above. Not only does turf require a lot of water to maintain, but it doesn’t take kindly to foot traffic or car exhaust either.

Drip, Don’t Spray

Speaking of parking lot islands, if yours are irrigated and use spray nozzles, consider converting to drip. Raised parking lot islands with spray often suffer from runoff, which is a waste of resources and precious budget dollars. Plus, it puts you at risk for issues with your asphalt and curbs, as the runoff can damage both over time.

Make Visibility a Priority

Safe parking lots minimize risk by maintaining a clear flow of traffic and safe clearance. The best way to mitigate risk is to:

• Keep bushes and trees trimmed and tidy to maintain good visibility. 
• Ensure prompt removal of snow, ice, and landscape debris
• Re-stripe your parking lot every couple years to keep lines crisp

Streamline Your Parking Lot Maintenance

BrightView can provide both your parking lot maintenance and your landscape services, making the management of your exteriors stress-free. We provide regular sweeping, striping, and maintenance, and conduct routine inspections so weakened areas, cracks, and potholes don’t go unnoticed. Plus, with our snow and ice removal services, you truly can enjoy comprehensive care year-round from a single, trusted provider. Schedule a free consultation to see what’s possible.