Prepare a Parking Lot for Winter

snow triangle road sign

Call Reliable Contracting in MD to winterize your parking lot!

If you are a property manager in central Maryland, you are likely aware that winter is on its way. We have moved well past summer and are in the throes of autumn, but if you are reading this post at any point in the year, now is still a great time to learn how to prepare a parking lot for winter.

Cleaning the Parking Lot

The first step is to remove fallen leaves, dead branches, and debris from the parking lot. Such debris is not something you want to encounter in a snowy parking lot. Parking lot cleaning is something your property management can take care of in-house or outsource.

Fixing Potholes, Cracks, & Other Problems

Fall is still an acceptable time to fix potholes, cracked pavements, ruts, and other pavement problems. An asphalt paving company like Reliable Contracting can assess your commercial, industrial, or private parking lot and address all problems so that it functions as good as new.

Sealing the Asphalt If Necessary

Asphalt sealcoating is a beneficial service that preserves the pavement from oxidation, moisture problems, and staining. An asphalt sealant is made of bitumen, the sticky black liquid based on petroleum that holds the gravel and other aggregates in asphalt together. It’s best to seal asphalt paving every few years.

Restriping If Necessary

Parking lots have pavement markings that mark traffic lanes, traffic directions, parking spaces, handicapped parking spaces, and stopping points. If your parking lot needs restriping, it’s a great idea to do it before winter so that markings are clear even during short daylight hours.

Securing a Parking Lot Snow Removal Company

Find a reliable snow removal company to take care of your parking lot if snow or ice is in the forecast. If you have secured a great company, you can have peace of mind regarding your parking lot’s safety during and after winter storms.

Preparing for Deicing & Snow Removal

If you are taking care of deicing and snow removal yourself, prepare well in advance for these tasks. Set up a plan for deicing the parking lot and removing snow should it be forecasted. 

ABOUT RELIABLE CONTRACTING

Reliable is dedicated to delivering quality products, displaying professionalism within the firm, seeking new opportunities for expansion and profitability, and providing an environment for individual success. If you have a commercial or residential construction project that you need taken care of, please contact Anne Arundel County’s largest site-work contractor today by calling 410-987-0313 or visiting our website. You can also follow Reliable Contracting on Facebook, LinkedIn, Pinterest, and Twitter!

Reliable Contracting Company serves the following and surrounding counties and areas: Annapolis, Queen Anne’s, Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Baltimore City, Calvert, Caroline, Charles, Howard, Prince George’s, St. Mary’s, Talbot, and Washington D.C.

This entry was posted on Wednesday, November 5th, 2025 at 2:47 pm. Both comments and pings are currently closed.