Keeping a parking facility clean isn’t just about appearance, it’s about safety, longevity, and the experience your tenants and visitors have the moment they arrive. Here’s how Universal Parking Lot Services helps strata, commercial, municipal, and industrial property manager across BC keep their lots and parkades in top shape, and how to decide what you need, when you need it. A complete property manager’s guide for your properties.
What We Do (and When You Need It)
Power scrubbing
Industrial-grade scrubbers deep-clean concrete and asphalt, removing oil slicks, odours, and embedded grime that sweeping alone can’t touch. It’s ideal for periodic resets of high-traffic parkades and loading areas.
Pressure washing
Our Pressure washing, high-pressure, commercial equipment cuts through grease, algae, and bacteria on ramps, curbs, pillars, and stair cores, great for spot treatments and seasonal refreshes.
Dry sweeping
Routine sweeping manages dust and loose debris, improving air quality in enclosed garages and keeping drains clear between deep cleans.
Warehouse & commercial cleaning
From retail lots to distribution warehouse floors, tailored cleaning plans keep mission-critical areas safe and presentable for staff and customers.
Snow removal
24/7 plowing and de-icing to maintain safe access routes and reduce slip hazards all winter long.
Why It Works
- Right equipment for the job. Universal Parking Lot Services runs a Tennant T20 scrubber system (with ec-H2O technology) for faster, deeper cleans that reduce chemical use, ideal for enclosed parkades.
- Trusted team, local expertise. BBB-accredited, licensed, insured, and covered by WorkSafeBC; more than 17 years of combined industry experience on the trucks.
- Where you are. Service coverage includes Vancouver and the broader Lower Mainland communities such as Abbotsford.
- Here when it’s urgent. Need help now? Universal Parking Lot Services offers a 24-hour emergency response line.
A Simple Maintenance Rhythm for Parkades
Monthly
- Dry sweep all levels and ramps
- Quick pressure-wash of spill zones and stair cores
- Check drains and clean grates
Quarterly
- Full power scrub of driving lanes and stalls
- Pressure-wash walls/pillars where salt and soot accumulate
- Paint touch-ups after cleaning (lines last longer on clean surfaces)
Seasonal (Spring/Fall)
- Deep clean before/after winter sanding and salting
- Inspect and wash trench drains and sumps
- Schedule snow response plan and call list
Winter
- Snow plowing and de-icing as needed
- Extra spot washing at entrances to control slip hazards
(Universal Parking Lot Services can bundle this into a single service plan so you don’t have to juggle vendors.)
Signs You’re Due for a Deep Clean
- Shiny “rainbow” patches from oil tracking through lanes
- Dust film on vehicles or fixtures in enclosed levels
- Musty odours near drains, or visible algae/bacterial film on ramps
- Greyed-out line paint and safety markings
If you’re nodding yes to any of these, a power scrub + targeted pressure wash is the fastest reset.
What to Expect on Service Day
- Pre-walk & protection. Crews cone off work zones, protect sensitive equipment, and stage wet-floor signage.
- Mechanical clean. The Tennant T20 scrubs and recovers dirty solution so residues don’t migrate to drains.
- Detail work. Pressure washing for edges, corners, pillars, and stubborn stains.
- Final pass & handoff. Quick inspection, photos as needed, and reopening of lanes.
Why Facilities Teams and Stratas Choose Us
- Safety first: Cleaner surfaces mean fewer slips and better visibility for pedestrians and drivers.
- Asset longevity: Removing salts, oils, and grit slows surface wear and helps markings last.
- Tenant experience: A tidy, odour-free parkade makes a strong first impression—every day.
Ready to Put Your Parkade on Autopilot?
This is a complete property manager’s guide, whether you manage a single strata garage or a multi-site portfolio, Universal Parking Lot Services can tailor a plan that blends dry sweeping, power scrubbing, pressure washing, warehouse cleaning, and snow removal, with 24/7 emergency response when surprises happen. Get a free quote and map out a schedule that fits your property’s traffic patterns and budget.
