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Local Landscapers, LLC
3.4(
26
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Serving Gadsden, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Javier and his crew installed a paver walkway with steps and also filled a creek bed with rocks and small boulders. They went above and beyond my expectations. as a result, I’m going to hire Javier to do additional projects for me as well. I would highly recommend as he is a true professional who provides quality work."
trimming shrubs
old wall
old wall
damper
200x4 ft wall

+19

Response time2 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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The Green Team Lawncare
4.7(
22
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Serving Gadsden, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Green Team did great work and were easy to get in touch with. They went out of their way to find a crepe myrtle in the specific shade I requested. I'd recommend them and use them for similar work in the future."
The river rock bed we installed
Reflecting back on a job well done.
Adjusting irrigation heads for new sod
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+10

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Red's Asphalt Restoration
4.8(
12
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Serving Gadsden, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Couldn’t be happier!!!! Started researching last year and had the hardest time finding a contractor that would even call me so I put the projects off. 2nd time around I was fortunate enough to find Reds Asphalt restoration. LLC. They called me minutes after my initial request and was at my house the same week to review the projects. They did a fabulous job and I couldn’t be happier. They are very responsive and top notch!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Landprep Solutions
5.0(
2
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Serving Gadsden, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Landprep Solutions 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

Driveway install
Land clearing
Land clearing
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Elite Excavating and Land Clearing, LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Gadsden, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Elite Excavating and Land Clearing, LLC proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and by paying attention to the details that matter most to you. These are a few of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are locally and family owned. Please give us a call for you home improvement projects.

brush clearing and dirt work
brush clearing
Brush clearing
brush clearing
brush clearing

+48

Response time9 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Gadsden, AL

Most shed foundations benefit from a gravel layer four to six inches deep after proper compaction. The exact depth may vary depending on your specific soil conditions, climate, and shed weight. In areas with poor drainage or for heavier structures, contractors might recommend slightly deeper installations. Building the pad in multiple compacted layers rather than a single thick pour helps achieve optimal stability and load distribution.

Gravel pads cost significantly less than concrete foundations. While gravel materials run about $1.25 to $1.80 per square foot, concrete slabs average $6 per square foot. For a standard shed base, this price difference translates to substantial savings. Beyond the initial cost advantage, gravel pads also offer easier installation, simpler modifications if needed, and don't require specialized concrete finishing skills.

For a standard 10-by-12 shed pad, you'll need enough gravel to cover 120 square feet at the recommended depth. At rates of $1.25 to $1.80 per square foot, expect to spend $150 to $216 on gravel materials alone. Remember to factor in extending the pad beyond the shed's dimensions by one to two feet on each side for better drainage and stability, which increases the actual area needed.

The ideal gravel for shed foundations combines stability with proper drainage capabilities. Crusher run ($0.40 per square foot) makes an excellent base layer because it contains various particle sizes that lock together when compacted. For top layers, angular gravel provides better drainage while maintaining stability. Avoid perfectly round decorative stones as they don't compact effectively and may shift under weight, compromising your shed's stability over time.

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