While central Texas certainly doesn’t get as much precipitation as many other parts of the country, rain and sometimes even snow still fall every so often. With that in mind, you’ll need to make sure that any new parking lot you install—or old parking lot you replace—is designed with sustainable and efficient drainage systems. You’ll likely need dependable professional help to ensure the installation process goes smoothly.
If you’re looking for parking lot water drainage solutions in Austin, you’ve found the experienced experts you’ll need to get the job done quickly and get it done right. Call now for a free quote or to learn more about our various parking lot services.
Just like there are lots of different ways to design a parking lot, there are many different options for handling water drainage away from a lot in Austin. The most straightforward method is a catch basin designed around a metal grate set into the lot’s surface that filters large debris and channels water into an underground drainage system. This approach works well for small lots, and catch basins in especially high-traffic areas can additionally be encased in concrete to increase its strength, stability, and useful lifespan.
If you have a larger lot, you may need to invest in a trench system that channels stormwater into long grates or open drains set into curbs. Alternatively, you may prefer what’s known as a “French drain,” which works similarly to a trench drain but is built around filter mesh set into trenches and covered in gravel. This system can be especially useful in areas that you want to landscape around which also often have standing water build up nearby.
In addition to installing the drainage system itself, our team can also make sure you have the right solution for getting stormwater away from your Austin parking lot once it passes through whatever style of drain you’ve chosen. Concrete drainage pipes reinforced by steel or asbestos can work well for this purpose and are relatively easy to install, but they can also be tough to fit into small spaces and may require a significant up-front investment.
To get around this problem, you may be able to substitute corrugated plastic pipes or other more natural solutions that don’t interfere with the aesthetics of your lot. No matter what approach you take, you’ll need to make sure your drains are cleaned and inspected regularly to prevent debris and structural damage from affecting their efficiency.
The fact that Central Texas doesn’t see a lot of rain in an average month isn’t a reason to skimp on drainage systems for your parking lot. They are an important element that can help prolong the lifespan of your lot.
If you choose to work with Integrity Paving & Coatings, you’ll get top-of-the-line service, support, and logistics from the best paving experts around. Call today to learn more about our parking lot water drainage solutions in Austin.
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