On a sunlit Monday morning, churchgoers at Alpharetta Methodist Church glanced at their worn, uneven parking lot and struggled to forget the beginning of Sunday service. Potholes whispered “watch your step,” and puddles gathered where water didn’t run away. We looked at that and firmly envisioned something smoother—something safer—for the congregation.
With that in mind, we rolled up our sleeves and got to work fitting our milling and repaving mission into the rhythm of church life.
We knew preserving church operations was as important as the paving itself.
With Sunday school, choir practice, and midweek services happening weekly, our first task was clear: coordinate every phase so weekly rhythms stayed intact. Every Sunday—and evenings too—the lot needed to feel familiar, and we made sure it did.
Easing Disruptions, One Phase at a Time
The lot at Alpharetta Methodist Church stretched far and wide, each zone telling a different aging story. Some areas were deeply worn; others were uneven and sunken. We started with full asphalt milling, using a CAT milling machine to strip the deteriorated top layer cleanly.
This allowed us to see beneath the driveway’s surface truth.
Next, we carved out a fair stage for fresh pavement—grading each slope with precision so rainwater flows exactly as it should. One lane’s crown had water pooling in a stubborn low spot, and another’s slope tangled runoff too quickly toward curbs.
Combining aptitude with contouring, we fine‑tuned every inch.
Paving That Blends In and Stands Up
Once the groundwork was flawless, our asphalt paver and dump‑truck line moved in to lay down new tarmac. We focused on the main entrance lanes, interior drive aisles, and every parking strip you’d step on. The SAKAI roller compactor followed close behind, smoothing and densifying until the surface gleamed like a freshly minted coin.
The new pavement felt crisp underfoot and far more inviting.
Every curb, every island edge received detailed attention, melding seamlessly with existing concrete. Edge detailing wasn’t an afterthought—it was our handshake between new and old, a quiet assurance of craftsmanship.
Outcomes That Speak for Themselves
We invited Sunday—just one short Sunday—to pass, and the parking lot turned into a stage of polished professionalism:
- It’s smooth, safe, and waiting for striping.
- The entrances now have a clean, maintained look that says, “You matter here.”
- We worked with precision, so services continued uninterrupted.
The look on the pastor’s face when the first car rolled down the new driveway? That told the story. It shouts, “Ready”—for worship, connection, and ministry.
A Lot Rooted in Alpharetta Pride
Alpharetta, GA, embraces Southern charm and Atlanta’s forward march. Seasonal downpours test your asphalt’s mettle, and temperatures swing wildly. A lot that’s sloping correctly means running water doesn’t linger and invite cracks.
That’s the difference between an average parking area and a dependable one.
We understand that for worship communities like Alpharetta Methodist Church, safety and welcoming appearance go hand in hand with faith. We brought context, care, and craft. Every detail—grade, roller path, edge flush—reflects belonging and diligence.
If you’re in Alpharetta or nearby and your driveway, parking lot, or entrance is whispering for attention, let us be the answer.
We’re Ace Paving. We’ll work around your schedule, treat your property with respect, and leave it better than we found it.
Let’s talk through what your property needs—and what your everyday users deserve.
