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How to Budget for a Commercial Parking Lot Replacement

By Cato's Paving October 5, 2026Parking Lot PavingNo Comments

Full parking lot replacement is one of the largest capital expenditures a commercial property owner faces. It is also one of the most consistently underbudgeted. Property managers who have never…

Speed Bumps and Traffic Control for Commercial Parking Lots

By Cato's Paving September 29, 2026Parking Lot Paving, UncategorizedNo Comments

A parking lot without proper traffic control is an accident waiting to happen. Vehicles moving too fast through drive aisles, pedestrians crossing without clear marked paths, and ambiguous traffic flow…

Asphalt Repair Methods: Which One Does Your Parking Lot Actually Need?

By Cato's Paving September 14, 2026Parking Lot PavingNo Comments

When a parking lot starts showing signs of wear, the instinct for most property owners is to call a contractor and ask for a patch. The problem is that patching…

How to Plan a Parking Lot Paving Project Without Disrupting Your Business

By Cato's Paving September 8, 2026Parking Lot Paving1 Comment

A parking lot paving project is one of the largest capital investments a commercial property owner makes. It is also one of the most operationally disruptive if it is not…

What Is Asphalt Milling and When Does Your Parking Lot Need It?

By Cato's Paving August 21, 2026Parking Lot Paving1 Comment

If you have ever gotten a resurfacing proposal for your parking lot and seen a line item for milling that you did not fully understand, you are not alone. Asphalt…

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ADA Parking Lot Requirements for California Commercial Properties

By Cato's Paving July 23, 2026Parking Lot Paving3 Comments

If you own or manage a commercial property in California, ADA parking lot compliance is not optional and it is not something you can address later. The Americans with Disabilities…

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How Often Should You Sealcoat a Commercial Parking Lot?

By Cato's Paving July 16, 2026Parking Lot Paving1 Comment

Sealcoating is one of those maintenance items that commercial property owners either take seriously or skip entirely. The ones who skip it almost always regret it — not immediately, but…

Commercial Parking Lot Maintenance Checklist: A Property Manager’s Complete Guide

By Cato's Paving July 9, 2026Parking Lot Paving3 Comments

A parking lot is one of the first things tenants, customers, and visitors see when they arrive at your property. It sets the tone before anyone walks through the door.…

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How Long Does Asphalt Last? A Commercial Property Owner’s Guide

By Cato's Paving June 26, 2026Parking Lot PavingNo Comments

If you've recently invested in a new parking lot or you're trying to figure out how much life your existing one has left — the question of asphalt lifespan is…

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Parking Lot Resurfacing vs Replacement: How to Choose

By Cato's Paving June 16, 2026Parking Lot Paving6 Comments

Parking Lot Resurfacing vs Replacement: How to Choose the Right Scope of Work Every commercial property owner eventually faces the same decision: is it time to resurface the parking lot,…