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Coast Counties Construction
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Serving Alturas, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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"Scott is a very serious and dedicated man who pays attention to detail. he is prompt and had the equipment to do the job fast."
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Response time1 day
Response rate94%
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Green NRG Inc.
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Serving Alturas, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Emergency services offered

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"It went very well. Everyone was very informative. They kept me up to date with the process and whenever I had a question, they were really prompt with their answers whether by email or phone. They were on time when they say they will begin work and the guys that installed my solar panel and inverters were very clean. I mentioned that I'm very worried about leaks because my son is very sensitive to mold and they made sure to seal everything very well n show us the work they've done and ask if we see anything that needs to be addressed. I was very pleased with the whole process. And it was easy, they took care of everything."
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Animal Tree Service
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Serving Alturas, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Hello my name is Kyle Lawrence Byrne and I recently started my own tree service company with my partner Kyle Corbetta and Lisa LeBlanc. We have only been up and running since October 1st, but I have been in this line of work for a little over a year and got trained by a well educated man that studied in Agricultural Health and growth in the environment of all tree life. So with that being said me and my partner are well educated in all trimming, removal and caring for your trees needs. Now if you have any tree work that is standard or hazardous please give us a call for a free estimate and I can guarantee that we can give you the Professionalism, work experienced and customer care as every other company but at a better price to fit your needs because "it's not about the money its about helping people out at a reasonable price and leave you satisfied with the great quality of work to improve your home or land." Thanks for taking the time to read this and hope to be hearing from you when the time comes! \n Sincerely, Kyle Byrne & Kyle Corbetta

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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Alturas, CA

To calculate how much pea gravel you need for your project, multiply the length, width, and depth of the area you want to cover to find the volume in cubic feet. Then, divide that number by 27 to convert it to cubic yards to determine the amount of pea gravel you need.

A yard of pea gravel weighs about 1.3 tons or 2,600 pounds. Keep in mind that wet gravel weighs more than dry, and different types of gravel can vary in weight. For example, due to its density, river rock weighs significantly more than crushed stone and pea gravel.

The ideal depth for pea gravel depends on the type and size of your project. You'll need at least two to three inches for walkways and patios and a minimum of six inches for driveways to support heavy vehicles and prevent shifting over time. Aim for a depth of three to four inches in decorative garden beds or drainage areas.

Pea gravel is attractive, versatile, and low-maintenance. It provides excellent drainage, making it ideal for pathways, driveways, and garden beds. On the downside, its sharp texture isn't ideal for bare feet, and it can be challenging to weed or remove once installed. It can also shift underfoot without proper edging, creating an uneven surface.

Alternative landscaping materials you can use instead of pea gravel include wood chips, decomposed granite, crushed stone, pebbles, quartz, mulch, sand, and river rock. These materials offer different aesthetics, performance, and costs, so it’s important to do your research to determine which one best fits your landscape design and budget.

Many homeowners choose pea gravel because it requires minimal upkeep compared to other landscaping materials. You'll need to rake it occasionally to redistribute the stones and maintain an even surface. Pros also recommend installing weed barrier fabric beneath the gravel to prevent unwanted growth, although some weeds may still appear over time.

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