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When a Chip-and-Tar Driveway Makes Sense: Budget-Friendly Alternatives with Middle Tennessee in Mind

Posted on October 26, 2025 by admin

Not every driveway needs to be asphalt or concrete to look great and perform well. For homeowners looking for a rustic, affordable, and long-lasting option, chip-and-tar driveways—also known as tar-and-chip—offer the perfect balance between beauty, durability, and cost. At R&R Paving, we’ve helped homeowners across Nashville, Hendersonville, and surrounding Middle Tennessee areas discover how this old-school paving technique can deliver...
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Sealcoating Demystified: What It Really Does & How Often You Should Do It

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If you’ve ever noticed a freshly paved driveway or parking lot with that deep, dark finish—it probably wasn’t brand-new asphalt. It was sealcoated. Sealcoating is one of the simplest, most effective ways to protect your asphalt from damage and keep it looking sharp year after year. But what exactly does it do, and how often should you have it done?...
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Winter-Proofing Your Commercial Lot: Best Practices for Sealcoating, Drainage & Snow / Ice

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Tennessee winters may not be as harsh as up north, but cold temperatures, freezing rain, and occasional snow can still take a toll on asphalt parking lots. Cracks expand, water freezes beneath the surface, and minor damage can quickly turn into costly repairs. Preparing your commercial lot before winter hits is one of the smartest investments you can make. At...
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Beyond the Driveway: Creative Asphalt Applications for Residential Backyards and Patios

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When most people think of asphalt, they picture driveways or parking lots—but did you know that asphalt can be an incredibly versatile material for your backyard too? At R&R Paving, we’ve helped homeowners across Nashville and Hendersonville transform their outdoor spaces with creative, cost-effective, and long-lasting asphalt solutions that go far beyond the driveway. Why Asphalt? Asphalt offers a durable,...
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Church Parking Lots: Managing High-Volume Sunday Traffic

Posted on September 29, 2025 by admin

Every Sunday morning, your church parking lot transforms from a quiet midweek space into a bustling hub of activity. Families arriving for service, volunteers directing traffic, children running between cars, and elderly members navigating to the entrance—all within a compressed 30-45 minute window. At R&R Paving, we've worked with numerous churches throughout Nashville and Hendersonville over our four generations in...
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Equestrian Properties: Creating Safe, Durable Pathways for Horses and Trailers

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Owning and managing an equestrian property comes with unique responsibilities—one of the most important being the safety and accessibility of your grounds. From training arenas and barns to trailer access roads, the pathways around your property need to be built to last while keeping horses, riders, and vehicles safe. That’s where professional paving makes all the difference. Why Proper Pathways...
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Warning Signs Your Parking Lot Needs Immediate Attention (Before It’s Too Expensive)

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As a Nashville business owner, your parking lot might not be the first thing on your mind when you arrive at work each morning. But ignoring the early warning signs of pavement deterioration can turn a manageable repair into a complete replacement project—often at 5 to 10 times the cost. At R&R Paving, we've seen this scenario play out countless...
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