Cheap and Easy Stripers

Is your parking lot looking worn and faded? Did the snow and salt rub off some of the stripes in your parking lot this winter? Those snow plow trucks can do a number to your lot. You might think it’s time for a costly sealcoating or repaving project, but there’s a more affordable solution that can breathe new life into your pavement: restriping.

The Power of Restriping
Restriping your parking lot can dramatically improve its appearance and functionality for a fraction of the cost of sealcoating. Here’s why it’s an excellent option for Chicago and Northwest Chicago suburbs businesses:
1. Economical: Restriping typically costs about 1/10th the price of sealcoating, making it an budget-friendly choice for property managers.
2. Quick Turnaround: Unlike extensive repaving projects, restriping can often be completed in a few hours or less and our paint dries after a few minutes. Trust me I have the stains on my clothes to prove it.
3. Enhanced Safety: Fresh, visible lines improve traffic flow and pedestrian safety, reducing the risk of accidents in your parking area.
4. ADA Compliance: Ensure your lot meets current accessibility standards with updated handicap spaces and markings.

What others are doing
Many property owners and big-box retailers have discovered the financial benefits of annual restriping over less frequent sealcoating. In fact, you can restripe a parking lot annually for about 10 years for roughly the same cost as one sealcoating and remarking job. This approach offers several advantages:
1. Cost-efficiency: Annual restriping is significantly more budget-friendly than comprehensive sealcoating while still providing that pop you want your parking lot to do.
2. Consistent appearance: Yearly touch-ups maintain a fresh, well-maintained look that enhances curb appeal and entices your tenants and their customers.
3. Improved safety: Regular restriping ensures clear, visible lines, reducing the risk of accidents and improving traffic flow.
4. Flexibility: Annual updates allow businesses to adapt to changing needs or regulations without a major overhaul.

Why
While exact statistics on how many properties follow this practice aren’t readily available, it’s becoming increasingly common among savvy property managers and large retailers. These businesses recognize that maintaining a crisp, professional appearance through regular restriping is a smart investment in their property’s value and customer experience. By opting for annual restriping, property owners can allocate their maintenance budgets more efficiently, ensuring their parking lots remain safe, compliant, and visually appealing year after year. This strategy allows them to defer more costly sealcoating projects while still maintaining high standards for their exterior spaces.

Beyond Parking Lots
At 1-800 Striper of Northwest Chicago, we don’t just handle parking lots. Our expertise extends to:
• Sports court markings
• Warehouse floor striping
• Custom pavement markings for various applications
Comprehensive Pavement Services
While restriping is often the most cost-effective solution, we understand that sometimes more extensive work is necessary. That’s why 1-800 Striper also offers along with our partners:
• Sealcoating services
• Asphalt repaving
• Concrete repairs
Our team can assess your pavement and recommend the most appropriate and cost-effective solution for your needs.
Choose 1-800 Striper of Northwest Chicago for Your Pavement Needs

Do not hesitate to contact me, Javier, the owner/manager of 1-800 Striper of NW Chicago. Cannot wait to have your property have bold, bright, and beautiful parking lot stripes and markings.