Do you have a project coming up this year that you’re looking for the right partner for as a property owner or facility manager? Capital Improvement projects are tough and your job is demanding! Your customers, employees and delivery trucks need access, docks need to be open and the pavement needs to be heavy duty. With over 60 years of experience in the Chicagoland area we’ve had the privilege of working with thousands of commercial property managers from Elk Grove Village.
At A&A Paving, it’s our job to make you look good! You need a paving partner that listens to your needs, provides sound solutions and communicates throughout the entire Pavement Management Project. We can help you get the job done right. Click here to get a free estimate.
In today’s blog, we will help plan your commercial paving project for 2021.
Create A Budget
Installing a new road or parking lot is a costly affair, which is why you should budget for your upcoming paving project in advance. The general rule of thumb is that you should budget for a major restoration of well-travelled commercial areas every 10 years. The cost varies according to labor, materials used, pavement size, permits, and amount of preparation required. If you’d like a better idea of what it may cost, click here to get accurate estimates based on your location and paving needs.
Find A Contractor
Providing a great finished product through quality workmanship is a Core Value at A&A Paving. Most of our Team Members have been with us over 10 years – many more than 20! When you hire A&A Paving, you can expect our seasoned crews to start and finish your project on time and within budget. They take pride in delivering showcase work that will last for years, while eliminating or minimizing any related inconveniences. What’s more, you can always depend on us to be available to answer questions or make follow-up visits long after your project is completed. We cannot stress this enough.
The quality of work offered by a qualified and experienced asphalt paving contractor will pay you back in spades, so take all the time you need to look for the best contractor in town, regardless of what they charge.
Get Your Property Inspected
Whether you are installing new pavement or repaving an existing lot, site inspection and preparation is necessary. The right contractor will make sure a thorough inspection of your site is completed along with a line-by-line estimate that breaks down the cost of individual items and includes a detailed analysis of what you can expect. At A&A Paving, we visit the project site to go over the project scope with you. To ensure your safety, we also initiate Zoom meetings with potential clients to make sure both parties understand the parameters, materials required, and are happy to proceed to the pre-construction phase of the project.
Below is a sample of what we look at to ensure you know everything that will be included within our scope of work:
Check Drainage
Water is asphalt’s greatest enemy. Rainfall and melting snow/ice erode the pavement, and if water finds its way to the base layers, you will soon have a surface full of cracks and potholes!
To avoid these issues in the long run, you must check the drainage from the get-go. The pavement should be graded and sloped and should have drainage features like catch basins to prevent pooling water on the surface.
ADA Compliance
Finally, ADA compliance is necessary for parking lots and commercial properties in general. Accessible parking spaces include a space for vehicles and a striped access aisle that is kept clear of obstruction at all times.
Along with ADA, you also have to comply with the Illinois Environmental Barriers Act and the Illinois Administrative Code accessibility requirements applicable to new construction.
At A&A Paving, we offer high-quality commercial paving services at fair prices. We also provide turn-key project planning and management for new projects in Elk Grove Village, IL.
Contact us today to get started with your project plans for 2021!
