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Integrity Land Management Solutions
3.0(
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Serving Harrington, DE and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Austin did a fabulous job using the stump grinder to remove a huge stump and lots of roots. He even cleaned up the job site and filled in the hole. Very efficient. Job well done."
Milford Elementary
Milford Elementary
Milford Elementary
Milford Elementary
Milford Elementary

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AMC Paving, LLC
4.4(
35
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Serving Harrington, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

"Sam was really easy to work withâ ¦ listened to what I wanted and did not try to change my mind or try to convince me to get additional work done. He does not waste any time. I liked the fact that he worked right along with his crew and was on time. . I am very pleased with my driveway. Would highly recommend this company. They are very reasonable in price. Thank you from a very happy customer!!!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Hard Rock Construction
5.0(
6
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Serving Harrington, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired Hard Rock to install millings in my driveway. Andrew gave me a free estimate and was very knowledgeable and informative. They also did the job in an extremely timely manner. Hard Rock did an excellent job, at a great price."
Before
After
Millings driveway
Before
Deck repair

+22

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Custom Paving
4.3(
105
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Serving Harrington, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend them for any asphalt job you may have. Very reasonably priced and even did extra that we didn't expect. The crew was very courteous and did a great job to include a professional cleanup when they were done."
After paving complete
After seal coating complete
Paving before and after stone work seal coating
Before ashphalt millings installed
Before paving began after grading

+11

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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All Pro Exteriors
4.6(
62
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Serving Harrington, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Emergency services offered

"His work was outstanding in all respects. He was completely trustworthy.  His price was right in the middle of all the estimates I got. In my case he stuck to his estimate but he didn't find any unexpected damage while he was working either. He did the job in 4 hours less than quoted maximum time frame. I'd have no hesitation in recommending his services are using his services again.
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Harrington, DE

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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