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Advance Paving Co. INC is a trusted, locally owned asphalt paving and maintenance company proudly based in Columbia, Tennessee. With over two decades of experience, the company has built a solid reputation for delivering dependable, high-quality paving services to residential, commercial, and industrial clients across Middle Tennessee and surrounding areas.
Founded in the year 2000, Advance Paving Co. INC began with a clear mission: to offer prompt, professional asphalt paving and maintenance solutions at fair and competitive prices. Over the past 25 years, the company has stayed true to that mission, developing long-lasting relationships with clients through a strong commitment to quality, integrity, and customer satisfaction.
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- JLJake LangsdonSep 2, 20255.0Fast responses and good customer service, affordable too.
- KKKevin KizerJun 5, 20255.0Advance paving did a great job ripping out our old and paving our new driveway! Highly recommend
- JKJames KelleyFeb 29, 20245.0Definitely recommend advanced. They done great job on my driveway and the people are great and easy to deal with. I will definitely be using them for any other paving jobs I may need.
- SASteve AyrissJul 13, 20155.0This company is run by an honest hard working group of pavers. They did an outstanding job on my driveway. I highly recommend them for any of your paving needs. New homes and existing homes.. They definitely know their business. Five star company!
Frequently Asked Questions About Advance Paving Co. Inc
What is the difference between resurfacing and sealcoating my drive?
The main difference is that resurfacing or rehabilitation is a structural repair that will extend the useful life of your asphalt surface. It entails the patching (if necessary) and resurfacing of the entire surface with a new overlay of 1 ½” to 3″ of hot bituminous asphalt. Sealcoating is not a structural repair and may be likened to painting your house. The sealcoat protects and extends the life of your asphalt but does nothing to correct structural flaws. Sealcoating, accordingly, is substantially less expensive than resurfacing your drive.
Can I get asphalt in gray or any color other than black?
Essentially all asphalt is black. When the aggregates (stone) are mixed together with hot asphalt cement, the mass of material becomes black. Over time, as the asphalt oxidizes, the coating on the aggregates breaks down and the color of the aggregate starts to show through. This can lead to a ‘grayish’ color if the asphalt plant uses a light color aggregate.
When can I drive on my new drive?
Your new asphalt surface can take more than 30 days to cure depending on temperature variations from night to day. In general, however, you should be able to drive on the surface after two to three days if you are careful. (See tire scuff marks below)
My car left tire scuffmarks. Are they permanent?
Tire scuffmarks are caused when you turn your car’s steering wheel while the car is stationary. If it is a hot day and the asphalt has not completely cured, the surface will get a blemish like grinding your heel into a soft substance. Over time, most of this will become less noticeable.
Why do I see roller marks on my surface?
A critical aspect of producing a long-lasting job is the achievement of the proper compaction of your surface. 90% compaction is ideal. Sometimes the rollers leave ‘streaks’ or marks on the drive. These are temporary and will become less noticeable over several months.
My driveway has areas that are deteriorating. Should I wait a year or two and get the entire driveway resurfaced or address these specific areas now?
Much like the repair of rot in a piece of wood on your house exterior, it is significantly cheaper to repair deteriorated areas before they start to spread than to wait and rehabilitate the entire drive. Typically, a dollar spent on repairs in the first half of a driveway’s life will cost $4 to $5 to repair at a later date.
When should I sealcoat my new drive?
This is generally a function of the amount of direct sunlight and traffic that an area gets. As a rule of thumb, a surface should not need sealcoating more than every three or four years. Once a driveway has been sealed too many times, it becomes very smooth and slick when it rains.
Can I get my driveway sealed in any color other than black?
No. We have many calls for this, but as Henry Ford said “you can have it in any color you want, as long as it is black”. Recently a more environmentally friendly light gray sealer (less heat retention) has been under development for commercial uses, but this is very expensive and has not been utilized very extensively.
What are the pros and cons of using asphalt versus concrete for my drive?
Color aside, we believe that this is primarily a question of personal taste, but there are two primary differences. Asphalt is a flexible surface that has the ability to flex with use and slight movements of the base. Concrete relies on its own internal strength to absorb loads and bridge weaknesses in the sub-base. Concrete costs significantly more than an asphalt surface of comparable strength.
Can I put an asphalt surface over my old concrete drive?
Yes. This can be done if the concrete has not deteriorated too much, but there is a caveat. Concrete has expansion joints and when the concrete ‘moves’, it will reflect up through the asphalt and crack. We can put a paving fabric over these joints to retard this cracking, but sooner or later it will show through. The alternative is to excavate the entire concrete drive and rebuild an asphalt or concrete drive from the base up, but this is an expensive proposition.
What are the main differences between resurfacing and sealcoating a driveway?
Resurfacing is a structural repair involving patching and overlaying the asphalt, extending its life significantly. Sealcoating protects the surface but does not fix structural issues and is less expensive.
Can asphalt be obtained in colors other than black?
Essentially all asphalt is black due to the asphalt cement. Over time, it may appear grayish depending on the aggregate used, but colored asphalt is generally not available.
When is it safe to drive on a newly paved asphalt surface?
Typically, you can drive on a new asphalt surface after two to three days if careful, though full curing can take over 30 days depending on temperature.
Why do roller marks sometimes appear on newly paved asphalt, and are they permanent?
Roller marks are from compaction processes during paving. They are temporary and usually fade over several months.
Should I repair deteriorating areas in my driveway now or wait to resurface the entire driveway later?
It's more cost-effective to repair deteriorated areas early to prevent spread; repairs early in a driveway's life cost much less than full resurfacing later.
What payment methods does Advance Paving Co. Inc accept?
Advance Paving Co. Inc accepts payment by check.
What are Advance Paving Co. Inc's regular business hours and do they offer extended hours?
Regular business hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Extended hours are available by appointment.
Where is Advance Paving Co. Inc located?
Advance Paving Co. Inc is located at 2349 Park Plus Dr, Columbia, TN 38401, USA.
What are some nearby points of interest around Advance Paving Co. Inc?
Nearby places include The National Confederate Museum at Elm Springs, Buffalo River Regional Library Center, and Preston Apartment Homes, which customers might visit before or after their paving appointments.
How can nearby automotive services benefit customers of Advance Paving Co. Inc?
Customers can access nearby automotive services like Better Built Transmissions & Air Conditioning Service and DFS Truck & Trailer Repair, useful if they need vehicle maintenance when visiting or working near Advance Paving.