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Mike Clark Trucking
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Serving Bakersfield, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

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Warranties offered

"I was short of dirt for my concrete area and I called Anthony and Chris for delivery as concrete truck was scheduled for next morning and they were able to do it same afternoon great service great people definitely would do more business with them"
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KEVIN MINTON LANDSCAPE DESIGN & LIGHTING
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Serving Bakersfield, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1978

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"We called a couple of other well known landscaping companies and Kevin was able to give us a lot more for our money than those other estimates that we received. We were quite pleased with the quality and the things that he picked out for us were of higher quality as well (for example, the lighting). We would use him again."
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WEST VALLEY ROCK
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Serving Bakersfield, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

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At West Valley Rock, It is our goal to provide you with a wide range of products to suit your every landscape need.\n\n Products including over 30 colors of landscape Decorative Rock, Pavers, Flagstone, Sand, Aggregate products, Concrete, Small Tools and Redi Rock.\n\n Our experience staff is available to assist you in product selection and can help you with all aspects of your construction project. Whether you are a contractor , architect or homeowner, we are delighted to assist you.

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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Bakersfield, 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.

The Bakersfield, CA homeowners’ guide to gravel or loose fill paving installs, spreads or scrapes

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