The 5 Most Expensive Mistakes Property Owners Make With Their Parking Lots (And How to Avoid Them)

Your parking lot might seem like a small part of your property…
Until it becomes a costly liability.

At We Love Paving, we see these mistakes every single day. Here’s what you need to watch out for — and how to fix it before it costs you thousands (or a lawsuit).


1. Ignoring small cracks

A crack today becomes a pothole tomorrow.
A pothole becomes a lawsuit.

Fix: Annual crack sealing to prevent moisture and traffic from making the damage worse.


2. Skipping sealcoating every 2–3 years

Sealcoat is like sunscreen for your asphalt.
Without it, the sun, water, and chemicals will destroy your pavement fast.

Fix: Schedule sealcoating in the summer for max protection and longer pavement life.


3. Faded striping and poor layout

Old, confusing, or faded striping creates chaos, poor customer experience — and accidents.

Fix: Professional line striping with high-traffic paint and ADA-compliant layouts.


4. ADA violations

Missing ramps, signs, or correct space widths? That’s not a small issue — it’s a legal one.

ADA fines can exceed $75,000 for a first offense.

Fix: Book a certified ADA compliance audit with WLP and avoid legal trouble before it starts.


5. Waiting until “there’s budget”

Delaying repairs is the most expensive mistake of all.
The damage spreads, and costs multiply.

Fix: Schedule a free inspection and plan ahead. WLP offers flexible solutions that fit your timeline.


The good news?

All of these mistakes are 100% preventable.
You just need the right team by your side.

💬 Message us today to schedule your free site assessment.
We’ll tell you exactly what your parking lot needs to stay safe, accessible, and business-ready — in less than 24 hours.


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WHO IS FRED?

Fred, Regional Operations Manager, comes from a family of immigrant roots and a story built on sacrifice, discipline, and hard work. Growing up, Fred watched his parents work long hours and weekends to create a better future teaching him the values of perseverance, determination, and doing things the right way every single time.
We Love Paving began with Fred’s father, who started doing what he knew best: paving. Over the years, he built experience alongside respected professionals in the industry, refining his methods and developing a reputation for quality work that speaks for itself. As his clientele grew, so did the vision one built not only on skill, but on integrity and pride in every job.

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