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MC General Construction Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Prompt replies and quotes. We just needed one section of our driveway replaced due to a root problem under it. They removed the old concrete, cut out the roots, added new base/foundation dirt, set up rebar and poured & finished the new concrete in one day. Did a great job and cleaned up the site almost better than it was. Highly recommend"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate99%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Asphalt Renewal
5.0(
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We had a driveway installed for our new build. Joe was very professional and did a great job. He completed the job in the proposed time frame and at the price quoted."
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Asphalt entrance
Asphalt tie-in
Broken concrete

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Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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RGC Ramon's Landscaping and Irrigation
4.9(
38
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had absolutely no issues. Ramon and his wife, Maria, were great to work with, and they did an excellent job. The sidewalk turned out just the way we wanted it. The price was in the same ballpark as the rest of the estimates we received. They arrived on time, cleaned up when they finished. I would definitely hire Ramon again, without question."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Drain Xperts
5.0(
16
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

"We gave Jimmy an excellent rating even though he ran into some challenges with municipal permitting, city inspectors, and a work crew that left some things undone which needed to be corrected. To Jimmy's credit, he was always reachable by phone, responsive to our inquiries, and "Johnny-On -The-Spot" for getting things corrected that needed to be corrected. His crew foreman JJ was excellent in answering our questions and making certain that the installation was everything we expected. Not every job goes smoothly, but Jimmy made sure that we ultimately got the service and product we paid for. We would hire him again and recommend him to others."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Doug's Asphalt Services
4.4(
53
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Beyond Expectations. Approximately 9,000 sq. ft. of excavation and initial 4" Gravel and more required for my home site: 200' Drive Way, Circle Drive, Parking, House Pad, Basketball Court. Requested Quote Monday Morning, Doug met me at Lunchtime Monday. Job finished by Tuesday 5 pm. And perfect. Wow. His team is highly skilled, extremely knowledgeable, understood exactly what I wanted. After following Doug's expert advice for the final details, everything came together like clockwork. I could not be more pleased with the results. I will be using again."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Houston, TX

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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