[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/earleamerican.com\/blog\/risks-of-an-unmaintained-parking-lot\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/earleamerican.com\/blog\/risks-of-an-unmaintained-parking-lot\/","headline":"Risks of an Unmaintained Parking Lot","name":"Risks of an Unmaintained Parking Lot","description":"TD Bank and Earle American have a long-standing relationship. Our company has milled and paved several of their locations every year to maintain their appearance, safety, and functionality. When TD Bank\u2019s Mount Laurel, New Jersey, location needed paving work, they entrusted us once again for this project. Earle American provides paving services\u00a0in New Jersey, southern New York, southeast Pennsylvania, and northern Delaware. Learn more about our projects\u00a0and the benefits of partnering with us for your commercial property.","datePublished":"2025-07-25","dateModified":"2025-10-02","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/earleamerican.com\/author\/advancelocalseo\/#Person","name":"American Asphalt","url":"https:\/\/earleamerican.com\/author\/advancelocalseo\/","identifier":3,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/50f3e2f08dd75227f9a138531f0565742984a923be31589f305eb02dc1796700?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/50f3e2f08dd75227f9a138531f0565742984a923be31589f305eb02dc1796700?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Earle American","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/earleamerican.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/earle-logo-scaled.png","url":"https:\/\/earleamerican.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/earle-logo-scaled.png","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/earleamerican.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/American-Asphalt-workers-walk-across-a-paved-parking-lot-toward-landscaped-buildings-scaled.jpg","url":"https:\/\/earleamerican.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/American-Asphalt-workers-walk-across-a-paved-parking-lot-toward-landscaped-buildings-scaled.jpg","height":1707,"width":2560},"url":"https:\/\/earleamerican.com\/blog\/risks-of-an-unmaintained-parking-lot\/","about":["Blog"],"wordCount":946,"keywords":["Photo"],"articleBody":"\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCommercial and industrial facilities utilize tools, equipment, vehicles, and technologies every day. Because of this, the importance of their parking lots is often overlooked. At Earle American, we understand the impact that paved surfaces can have on business owners, which is why we provide a wide range of asphalt paving services\u00a0to help keep them in the best condition possible. Here, we\u2019ll examine the potential problems a deteriorating parking lot can cause and why you shouldn\u2019t neglect maintenance.Why Parking Lot Maintenance Shouldn\u2019t Be IgnoredLike any aspect of your property, if you leave your parking areas unaddressed, minor issues can quickly turn into big problems. This is especially true of parking lots because they are prone to wear and tear from the elements, with rain, sleet, snow, and ice all playing a part in their gradual decline. The heavy weight of vehicles sitting or driving on these surfaces also makes them more susceptible to damage.While you might dismiss cracks or potholes that have begun to form as minor inconveniences, they could be making a bigger impact than you realize. Some risks owners face when ignoring these warning signs include:Extensive DamageCracks, potholes, and other damage are less likely to form if your pavement has strong structural integrity. That\u2019s why newly paved surfaces stand up to tough conditions for years before showing signs of deterioration. Parking lots that have a lot of damage on the surface may also need repairs in the lower layers, including the base course and subgrade, which acts as the lot\u2019s foundation. While asphalt resurfacing is a relatively simple job that can be quickly handled by professionals, if the problem goes deeper, it could result in a large-scale project that will be much more costly and time consuming to complete.Increased CostsThe longer you wait to deal with your worn or damaged parking area, the worse the situation is going to get. If that\u2019s the case, you\u2019re likely going to be looking at more expensive repairs as they will extend beyond just the surface layer of asphalt.This, however, isn\u2019t the only way it will impact your finances. Not only will cracked and broken pavement deter potential tenants and their customers because of its unattractive appearance, but big repair jobs will temporarily reduce available parking space.Potential InjuryFew things are worse for an owner than someone getting hurt on their property. This situation can also come with legal issues\u00a0that can leave you with a headache. Even if you\u2019re not at fault, the scenario could create negative press that could impact your reputation. Because of this, it\u2019s best to be proactive when it comes to parking lot maintenance.ADA Non-ComplianceBusinesses need to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). One of the regulations involves providing clearly labeled handicap parking spaces. If your parking lot has lines and symbols that are faded, you may be at risk of non-compliance. Getting routine line striping maintenance can help your space meet ADA compliance\u00a0guidelines and prevent any legal issues.Our Asphalt Maintenance ServicesIf you are looking for a reliable team of experts to help you manage your parking areas, as well as roads and walkways, look to Earle American. We have over two hundred employees on staff, allowing us to handle big or small jobs, and, with over one hundred-twenty years of experience in the industry, it\u2019s easy to feel confident in our work, regardless of what you need done.We offer an array of premium asphalt paving services, including:Full-depth parking lot pavingAsphalt millingAsphalt overlay and resurfacingPatch repairsParking lot striping and line removalEach of these services allows our customers to get quick and effective solutions that keep their paved surfaces looking great and structurally sound for years to come. This makes us a go-to for many property managers, retail store owners, industrial building owners, and more.Reach Out to Us for Parking Lot Maintenance TodayIf you want to protect your business and customers against unnecessary risks, make sure your parking lot is in good condition. At Earle American, we provide a variety of services to set your mind at ease, and we even offer emergency repairs\u00a0if you need us right away. With offices in Camden County and Passaic County, New Jersey, we proudly serve all of NJ, southern New York, southeast Pennsylvania, and northern Delaware. Contact\u00a0us today to learn more about our services or our team.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tResurface Your Parking Lot with Earle AmericanEarle American is your one-stop shop for all your commercial asphalt and parking lot needs. Over the years, TD Bank has trusted us to be its partner in its projects. We have continued to deliver quality service in an efficient and safe manner.If your parking lot in New Jersey, southern New York, southeast Pennsylvania, or northern Delaware, needs to be resurfaced or striped, our team can help. 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