Above grade and below grade parking facilities are found throughout the area and are an effective means to provide cost effective parking solutions for a variety of commercial and residential multi-family properties.  Typically they are multilevel structures constructed with concrete and are extremely strong and durable.  Despite their durability many property managers do not realize that periodic maintenance and cleaning is necessary to keep the structure in good condition. 

In addition to being unsightly, oil, hydraulic fluid, brake residue, road residue including mud and road salt can cause deterioration of the concrete surface.  Often these substances will chemically react with the concrete surface and cause the surface to deteriorate, including a flaking of the top layer of concrete.  In garages where cracks in the concrete exist, these foreign materials eventually end up causing deterioration of the reinforcing steel as well.  Another danger associated with the build up of these materials is the slick conditions that will exist when the drive isles and ramps get wet.  This can cause dangerous conditions for both cars and pedestrians alike as braking distances and traction are impacted. 

A periodic power washing of the structure is critical to the removal of the oil, hydraulic fluid, brake residue and road residue.  In addition, to removing these damaging materials, the parking deck pressure washing will restore the garage to a like new condition.  The cleaning will also allow the property manager the means to conduct a thorough visual inspection of the structure to determine what other maintenance items are necessary.  Periodic power washing is an integral component of the overall maintenance plan for any parking structure!

Posted on behalf of Impact Pressure Washing