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Reliable Services
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Serving Fountain, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

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Emergency services offered

"Name it, We Can Do It". Since 1992 our goal is to provide a dependable, quality lawn maintenance and handyman service to both commercial and residential customers in Panama City & 100 mile radius.

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C&F Lawn and Landscape
5.0(
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Serving Fountain, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Out standing outcome, crew was on time each day! Polite I was so impressed I went and purchased 15 lbs of steamed shrimp for the workers! Lunch! The work they had to replace due to improper installation bye previous contractor has me looking for previous contractor who has left the state of Florida! I am a 100% disabled veteran and I can now walk to my mail box and back without twisting an ankle or falling down! Which may be a simple task for most of you! They are my go to for anything they can do!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Iga Construction
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Serving Fountain, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"IGA overdelivered and surpassed all of my expectations. Customer service was exceptional. Matt is a very talented and gifted guy. I am super grateful. He explained everything in detail. He and his team are very professional and reliable. My bathroom looks incredible. A total state of the art and updated design. Thank you so such Matt and your amazing company IGA."
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Fountain, FL

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 Fountain, FL homeowners’ guide to gravel or loose fill paving installs, spreads or scrapes

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