The Concrete Advantage in Parking Lots

Concrete is always the first choice for parking lots. Consider these advantages:

Most Economical Solution

• Competitive first cost.
   
• Proven longer life than asphalt or other materials.
   
• Much less expensive per year of average life with proven fewer repairs/maintenance--no resurfacing, frequent sealing or periodic patching required.
   
• Excellent light reflectance can result in lower lighting costs.
   

Attractive Appearance

• Bright, clean look creates a positive first impression.
   
• Increases resale value of your property.
   
• Eliminates sticky tar on shoes, cars or floor surfaces during the summer.
   

Proven Long Life

• Strength increases with age.
   
• Can be designed to carry heavy trucks and loads without damage.
   
• Resists freeze/thaw conditions.
   

Functional Design Characteristics

• Established rational design.
   
• Integral curb and gutter from the start.
   
• Fewer drainage structures needed.
   
• Can be easily designed to hold stormwater.
   

Efficient Construction

• Easy to construct with one-pass completion.
   
• Quicker project completion schedule.
   
• Minimum excavation needed.
   
• Expensive bases and reinforcement not required.
   

Greater Safety

• Excellent light reflectance provides greater visibility.
   
• No potholes or ruts to cause hazardous walking or driving conditions.
   
• Can be grooved for wet-weather safety.
   

Environmentally Friendly

• Doesn't contain oil.
   
• Requires less energy to make than asphalt.
   
• Specified by three-out-of-four design professionals concerned about sustainable design.
   
• Pervious concrete pavement systems minimize stormwater runoff.
   

Concrete gives you more value for your money in every category!