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Forever Green Cali
5.0(
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Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I would highly recommend Forever-Green Cali. They are very professional, courteous, and knowledgeable about their profession. After an initial consultation with the owner, John, who provided recommendations based on my vision for my front yard. He made great suggestions that I would never have thought of, which made my yard beautiful and efficient with rocks that I love."
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Response time1 day
Response rate94%
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T and S Paving
4.5(
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Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The guys gave me a quote for $8K and I signed their contract. After the work was done, they gave me a bill for $12K. I campared the bill with the contract and they are same things they I signed the contract for. No explanation for the $4K additional on the bill. "
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Response time2 days
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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ASAP Asphalt Sealing & Patching, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"ASAP was great to work, they cut out a section that was cracked bad and repaved. Then came back and fixed cracks in repairable section and sealed it all. Very professional job and great price. Highly recommend. A local San Andreas homeowner of 35 years."
Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Restoration Land Management Inc.
5.0(
5
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Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They were the bomb. We had a tricky drainage project and they got it handled. They were responsive, on-time, courteous and a pleasure to have at our home."
Response time1 day
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Angel Flight Paving
5.0(
3
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Serving Carmichael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Angel flight paved my apartment complex in Stockton and did a great job. They were easy to work with and completed the job in one day I highly recommend them"
Response time11 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Carmichael, 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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