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Pacific West Asphalt
4.6(
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Serving Grass Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did great work. He was very easy to work with and kept a very clean site. I recomended him to 2 other friends."
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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A Davis Paving Co, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Grass Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Welcome to A Davis Paving Co Inc. We are the premier professional home improvement company in AREA. We offer the highest quality and most attentive customer service.\n\nWe are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority.\n\nWhether your project involves minor repairs or a complete new or replacement roof installation, we are glad to be your number one choice.\n\nPlease call us today to schedule your appointment!

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Benjamin Fry Construction
5.0(
1
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Serving Grass Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Benjamin Fry Construction is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 13 years of experience serving Rocklin, CA and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!\n\n

Drain field
Tank and drain field
1200 Septic tank
Trenching for sewer line
Response time5 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pacific West Asphalt
4.5(
22
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Serving Grass Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Paul is a reliable contractor with a good crew. They came on time and seal-coated my driveway with great care for details. Excellent communications and none of the corner-cutting I saw from other less-professional contractors. I highly recommend Paul and his Pacific West Asphalt."
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Concrete Pouring and Repair Project
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project

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Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Hansen Bros. Enterprises
4.9(
4
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Serving Grass Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1953

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Hansen Bros. Enterprises is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 65 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

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Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hansen Bros. Enterprises
5.0(
3
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Serving Grass Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1953

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Hansen Bros. Enterprises is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 65 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

Driveway
Driveway
Number of Projects
Nevada City
Nevada City

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Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Grass Valley, CA

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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