New Post: Parking Lot Drainage Problems: Causes And Solutions -
It's essential to ensure that the drainage in your parking lot is working correctly. If water stands in puddles after a rainstorm, it can damage your pavement and create a slipping hazard.
If you're a business owner, property manager, or just someone who needs to know about parking lot drainage problems, you've come to the right place.
In this blog post by DG Pavement Solutions, you’ll learn about what you need to do to keep your parking lot functioning correctly!
What Causes Drainage Problems?
The leading cause of drainage problems in parking lots is poor surface grading. When the ground is graded incorrectly, water cannot flow away from the lot and instead pools on the surface.
This causes several issues, including:
Puddles that make it difficult or impossible to parkFlooding during stormsSoil erosion caused by running waterDamage to vehicles and property
Possible Solutions
Adding Curb
Adding curbing along the boundary of your parking lot might deflect water away from the asphalt. This can help reduce standing water by pushing it to the lot's edge, where the natural dirt can absorb it. Curbs may also be used to add a touch of light landscaping to your parking lot, giving your business a more professional appearance.
Adding Slope
Water pooling in your parking lot means it either doesn't have a slope, or it's sloping in the wrong direction. To solve this, modify the slope of y
