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Honest Hands Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Boulder, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Frank and his team were a pleasure to work with. They are knowledgable, kind, hard working, and did an excellent job on not only our outdoor paver patio but also our interior fireplace stone and feature wall stone installations. Definitely recommend!"
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Hardscaping
Landscaping Project
Hardscaping
Landscaping Project

+32

Response time2 days
Response rate86%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Highland Landscaping & Excavations
5.0(
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Serving Boulder, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I contacted several companies through Home Advisor and liked Highland Hardscapes the best. Cesar Grajales worked with me to get a schedule that would work for both of us. He is an extremely hard worker and did a fantastic job on our brick paver patio, laying it out in exactly the design I wanted. I had him come back a month later to add some wide block steps down to the lawn level. He did an excellent job. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him."
Niwot Landscape/Hardscape
Front yard Landscaping
New Culvert / Landscape/hardscape
Niwot Landscape/Hardscape
Retaining wall / Drainage channel

+40

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Daly and Sons, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Boulder, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Daly and Sons LLC, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. \n\n

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Precision Excavation, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Boulder, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"We are on the East Coast and Bryan handled the project in Colorado for us. He was quick to respond, was very knowledgeable and a pleasure to speak with, and went above and beyond for us."
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate86%
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Quality Garden Services, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Boulder, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Yes, he was kind, courteous, and professional. Excellent job and a decent price. The hedges/bushes were a mess and so over grown. He made some sense out of them and made them look decent again. I want to get them totally out and hopefully Quality Garden Services will assist again at a later date."
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PIONEER SAND CO
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Serving Boulder, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I am an elementary school teacher. Every year I do an art project that requires river rocks. For the past few years I have been getting my rocks from Pioneer Sand. Today, I went to purchase the rocks. The very nice gentlemen said, "Do not worry about it. We would love to donate!" So kind. You made my day Pioneer Sand. I will be sure to pay if forward."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Personal Touch Tile and Remodeling Inc
5.0(
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Serving Boulder, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"<p>Scott is exceptional, we used him several years ago at another home to install tile in family room, three baths and a laundry room as well as demo and install new toilets, cabinets, a bath tub, some plumbing, etc.  As other reviewers have said, he is a perfectionist and all of his work is of the highest quality, well thought out, installed and finished.  We cannot say enough positive things about Scott, his honesty, professionalism and high-quality, long lasting work!  We have two or three other projects to do and plan to use Scott again for this work.</p> <p><br></p>"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Boulder, CO

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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