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Viveros landscaping
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Serving Bakersfield, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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"They were great and professional I would hire them again and again Adrian did a fantastic job and very personable!!"
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Buck's Landscape Materials And Pond Shop
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Serving Bakersfield, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

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Emergency services offered

"Bucks serviced my pond and after seeing the beautiful ponds they built on their property I hired them to remodel mine. Once finished my liner showed and soil erosion would leak into pond from the rain and sprinklers. After complaining profusely they would say they’d fix it but it’s not. My son and I’m have to do this. Furthermore because the dirt went into the pond the water became very unhealthy for the fish and Bucks wouldn’t change it out. I started with nine koi and ended with three sick koi. I would beg the manager to help me with the health and got nowhere. Finally Bucks quit. I have had to fix their mess and my fish (one just had hook worm)."
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Emser Tile
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Serving Bakersfield, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Established in 1968, Emser Tile, headquartered in Los Angeles, is the leading designer, marketer and producer of the world’s finest tile and natural stone. By offering unparalleled service and a dynamic selection of products, Emser is one of the most comprehensive sources for interior and exterior products that include porcelain, ceramic, metal, glass, quarry, decorative accents and mosaics, cut-to-size stone, setting materials, and custom manufactured products made to your specifications.

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Van Note Construction
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Serving Bakersfield, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Steven Van Note has been a licensed contractor since 1982 and personally oversees every project. He uses only legal workers and other licensed contractors to produce top quality craftmanship and takes pride in maintaining his excellent reputation. Van Note Construction is honest and dependable and will give you what you pay for. Licensed General Contractor, General Engineering Contractor, and Concrete Contractor. We have also recently started "disability remodeling" to help the disabled stay in their homes by adding ramps, widening doorways, etc.

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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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