Parking Lot Striping—more than just lines
Most people don’t think twice about the lines in a parking lot. They’re just there, guiding us to where we need to go. But have you ever thought about why those lines are there? Or what would happen if they weren’t?
Parking lot lines are important for safety, but they also let your customers know you care.
Why do we need parking lot striping lines?
Parking lot lines are essential for safety, traffic flow, fire lanes, and compliance. In addition, the parking lot is the first thing your customer sees when they arrive at your business. Therefore, fresh, visible lines are more appealing to your customers.
Traffic Flow
Parking lot lines create organized traffic flow. Drivers know which way to travel and where they are or are not allowed to park. They also let people know which areas are designated for fire lanes, loading zones, and handicapped parking.
Directional flow is critical in parking lots because if you don’t have it, you’re more likely to see accidents and traffic, both aggravating and dangerous.
Safety
Customer safety should be a high priority for any business. Customers need to know where it’s safe to cross and get to your business. Also, when you have designated areas marked off, such as loading zones and fire lanes, it reminds your customers that the area is someplace they shouldn’t be walking or standing in.
Handicap Stalls
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was created to ensure that businesses are compliant with the regulations that protect people with disabilities. Having safe, easy access to your business is part of those regulations.
Depending on the size of your parking lot, you will be required to have a certain amount of handicapped parking stalls. Not following these ADA regulations could injure customers and result in fines. Typically, a parking lot must have one handicap-accessible parking space per 25 regular parking spots.
Fire Lanes
Parking lot striping is vital for fire lanes because it helps designate areas reserved for fire trucks. This allows first responders to quickly and safely access these areas in an emergency, reducing risk and helping to ensure that everyone remains safe. Additionally, marked fire lanes also help prevent customers from parking in these areas, blocking access for emergency vehicles and putting everyone at risk.
Whether you own a small business or a large commercial property, it’s essential to work with a professional parking lot striping company to ensure that your parking lot is adequately marked and compliant with all fire regulations.
More Clean of Texas can help.
If you are a business owner, you understand the importance of parking lot striping. Not only does it help to create organized traffic flow and guide customers safely through your parking lot, but it also ensures that your business remains compliant with regulations such as those found in the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Whether you need new parking lot lines or to have your existing lines re-striped and refreshed, working with More Clean of Texas will ensure that your business remains safe, organized, and compliant.
Call More Clean of Texas for parking lot striping today!
