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Avatar for Rough to Ready Grading
Rough to Ready Grading
4.9(
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Serving Bailey, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"My driveway had at least 3 puddles every single time it rained no matter how little rain there was my driveway tried recreate great lakes. Rough to ready grading was happy to take a look at our problem and explain to us what was going on and how to fix it. It took a day for my driveway to go from a muddy mess, to a nice smooth path to drive on."
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Finished pad w/ shed
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+6

Response time3 hrs
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Topland Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Bailey, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team was friendly, prompt, and efficient. The result is a retaining wall that is exactly what we discussed, is incredibly functional, and looks so good it has received several compliments from neighbors and passers-by."
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Stone & Fabric Install
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Finished Grade
Response time6 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bartons Cutting Edge LLC
5.0(
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Serving Bailey, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were very prompt and professional. A heavy snowfall had just covered the area and we weren't familiar with any local snow removal services. Angie's list put us in touch with Barton's cutting edge and they said they would come look at the job and give an estimate. They came the following morning, (with no one home) called and agreed with the price and started immediately. They even texted a pic of the finished job and allowed to set up payment via email. I'll definitely be calling them again!"
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+16

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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RM Groundworks
5.0(
6
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Serving Bailey, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

"A few years ago I moved to a new house. One of my side yards was sloped quite a bit, going down to a creek. I also had a backyard that was quite rutted and unsuitable for family games. In the spring of 2020 our road was getting paved, which involved lots of extra "free" dirt being moved out of the area. I had at least 15-20 dump trucks of dirt dumped on my property. My plans were to build a retaining wall in one section and grade and reseed parts of my property. I was planning to move the dirt myself to save some dollars. However, this would have taken me three weeks or more to do because of all the roots and debris that had to be cleared. I ended up hiring Rob and in a matter of just a couple days he moved the dirt around for me and also tilled it smooth several times. All I had to do was seed the lawn and cover it with straw. For this project he worked around my time schedule the best he could. As he moved the dirt around, my family was removing roots and debris. Rob had the tools and the knowledge to help me create a more usable lawn and make it look so much better than if I would have tackled this project on my own. His price was very reasonable and fair. If I would have tried to rent similar machines to do the project myself it would have cost me more and taken longer. My sons were also grateful that I spared them many weeks of work. If I had a future project, I would not hesitate to hire Rob again."
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+4

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Bailey, MI

Most shed foundations benefit from a gravel layer four to six inches deep after proper compaction. The exact depth may vary depending on your specific soil conditions, climate, and shed weight. In areas with poor drainage or for heavier structures, contractors might recommend slightly deeper installations. Building the pad in multiple compacted layers rather than a single thick pour helps achieve optimal stability and load distribution.

Gravel pads cost significantly less than concrete foundations. While gravel materials run about $1.25 to $1.80 per square foot, concrete slabs average $6 per square foot. For a standard shed base, this price difference translates to substantial savings. Beyond the initial cost advantage, gravel pads also offer easier installation, simpler modifications if needed, and don't require specialized concrete finishing skills.

For a standard 10-by-12 shed pad, you'll need enough gravel to cover 120 square feet at the recommended depth. At rates of $1.25 to $1.80 per square foot, expect to spend $150 to $216 on gravel materials alone. Remember to factor in extending the pad beyond the shed's dimensions by one to two feet on each side for better drainage and stability, which increases the actual area needed.

The ideal gravel for shed foundations combines stability with proper drainage capabilities. Crusher run ($0.40 per square foot) makes an excellent base layer because it contains various particle sizes that lock together when compacted. For top layers, angular gravel provides better drainage while maintaining stability. Avoid perfectly round decorative stones as they don't compact effectively and may shift under weight, compromising your shed's stability over time.

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