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Quality People, Quality Service

FAQ Frequent Questions

Algonquin Sweeping & Striping Company, LLC

Q Do you guarantee your work?

A Yes all or work is un-conditionally guaranteed and has been since day one.

Q How often should I sweep my lot?

A Most retail plazas and supermarkets need sweeping 2-5 times per week depending on the amount of customer traffic and tenant make up , Other lots vary accordingly.

Q How can I trust that you will show up and do the job rite?

A We have over 23 years in business and are serving many of the same customers we started with back in 1985. We think that speaks for itself.

Q What does parking lot sweeping cost?

A Our sweeping packages start as low as $ 50 and before we do any work you will receive a written estimate from which YOU can choose both your service level and price points.

Q How long do new lines last after painting?

A Good question. It has to do with traffic volumes on your lot, if you sand in winter and the severity of the winter. Traffic density on your lot is the main factor . Normally in New England you can expect up to 3 years based on your particular site conditions.

Q How long will my lot be tied up for painting?

A We normally work around your schedule to minimize disruptions. Since we use fast dry highway paints the paint itself is dry within 15 minutes. and is safe to drive on .

Q Which is the best color to use , Yellow or white?

A It’s really personnel preference because the new high pigment paints provide the same amount of fade resistance regardless of color. I must add that yellow paint still has some small amounts of lead in it and this may fade just a bit sooner than white, in my opinion.

Q How many Handicapped spaces do I need?

A All lots need at least 1 handicapped van space to be legal. Any additional spaces required depend on lot size and number of spaces. Algonquin can provide you with your legal requirement of HP spaces.

Q Do you have a minimum charge for painting small lots?

A In 2008 our base charge is $ 375.00 which includes painting up to 30 spaces 2 handicapped spaces and minimal graphics. Again we will provide an exact estimate in advance for your approval before we begin any work .

Q What type of insurance do you have?

A We are fully insured. Our coverage's include, Workers Comp, State Un-Employment, General Liability, Business Liability, and Truck and Auto Insurance. Our policies are current and we do offer named insured coverage for a small fee ( paid to insurance co.)