Top 5 Signs Your Parking Lot Needs Resurfacing (Dallas Guide)
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When striping fades and cracks spider across the asphalt, customers notice. Here are the five unmistakable signs your Dallas parking lot needs resurfacing, plus the smartest fixes. Questions? Call (214) 941-2563.
Top Signs · Symptoms vs Fix · Drainage · FAQs · Reviews
1) Widespread Cracking and Alligatoring
Hairline cracks are normal with age. When cracks interconnect like reptile scales, water infiltrates the base and accelerates failure. Crack sealing helps, but once alligatoring spreads, resurfacing or overlays return structural integrity.
2) Potholes and Edge Breaks
Potholes form where water and traffic exploit weak spots. Edge breaks often show base erosion and poor drainage at the perimeter. Patching buys time; resurfacing prevents the patchwork look and restores ride quality.
3) Faded Striping and Polished Aggregate
When pavement looks gray and slick, friction drops and nighttime visibility suffers. Fresh surface course plus restriping improves safety and curb appeal.
4) Ruts, Depressions, and Birdbaths
Rutting from frequent wheel paths or standing water after rain indicates base or surface failure. Resurfacing with profiling for drainage corrects the plane and extends life.
5) ADA Triggers
Resurfacing is the moment to correct slopes, stalls, signage and routes. Upgrade to meet ADA and Texas Accessibility Standards during the same mobilization.
Symptoms vs Recommended Fix
| Symptom | Likely Cause | Best Next Step |
|---|---|---|
| Alligator cracking | Water intrusion; base fatigue | Resurface or partial‑depth repair then overlay |
| Potholes | Isolated failure, moisture | Cut/patch short‑term; plan resurfacing |
| Faded striping | Surface oxidation | Sealcoat or thin overlay and restripe |
| Ruts | Heavy wheel paths, softening | Mill & inlay or structural overlay |
| Standing water | Poor cross‑slope or settling | Profile for drainage; resurface |
Free Assessment: Get a resurfacing plan tailored to your site. Call (214) 941-2563.
Fix Drainage First
Overlays without drainage corrections trap water and shorten life. Renco evaluates grades, gutters and inlets before prescribing mill‑and‑fill, structural overlays, or patch + overlay combos.
FAQs
How long does resurfacing take?
Many Dallas lots finish within days, phased to keep businesses open. Size, repairs and weather drive schedule.
Is resurfacing cheaper than full replacement?
Yes. When base is sound, overlays deliver years of life at a fraction of reconstruction cost.
Will you keep us ADA compliant?
Yes. We align slopes, stalls and signage to ADA and TAS during the same mobilization.
Customer Reviews
★★★★★ “Overlay looks brand new and traffic stayed open.” — Retail Center, North Dallas
★★★★★ “They fixed ponding by profiling before resurfacing. No more birdbaths.” — Office Park, Irving
★★★★★ “Clear phasing, fast crew, clean striping.” — Medical Plaza, Mesquite
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