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Fernandez Landscape Contractors Services
4.7(
529
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fernandez Landscape Contractors Did a great job for our Backyard. Removes the unwanted plants, Grinded the tree roots, Levelled the garden, took away the bad mud & Trash, Installed Black star Gravel beautifully all work done. Project crew were all great guys and did the job to the best quality. And the price was fair also. I will highly recommend Fernandez Landscape Contractors."
LANDSCAPING SERVICES
New Grass Installation & New Flower Beds
Lighting Project
New Pergola and Pavers Patio
Chicago Bricks

+496

Response time4 hrs
Response rate86%
133 neighbors recently requested a quote
Sonart Construction Corp.
4.8(
245
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Finally got the garage I have always wanted! These guys definitely helped make a long time Dream come true! When we purchased the house the garage was completely outdated. Definitely was in need of some TLC but Iâ m happy that they were able to provide me a good amount of options! Love love love the finished product!"
Response time10 hrs
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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MC General Construction Services LLC
5.0(
28
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Glad I called this company. Efrain was quite responsive and clarified my questions on a driveway curb project, quote was reasonable , committed timeline was executed and job was well done as per expectations."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate94%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Asphalt Renewal
5.0(
5
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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."
Asphalt driveway
Asphalt driveway
Asphalt entrance
Asphalt tie-in
Broken concrete

+5

Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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

"Before the City dug, Ramon moved 12+ feet of stacked rock from around the front flower bed to protect it. After the City finished their work, Ramon re-built the rock retaining wall, extending it to cover the new (WHITE) clean-out pipe installed right in front. He added some extra rock from the back of our yard, hard work on a hot day. He added a 2nd sprinkler head to the bigger flower bed & filled it with good soil & new plants. Looks great! Ramon noticed our front lawn sprinklers weren't working, so dug a long trench to find the line. City workers had cut the line & fixed it a twist of wire! Ramon got the correct supplies & fixed that, too. He does good work and works hard. We'll recommend him to friends."
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+32

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 had major standing water issues in the backyard until Drain Xperts helped us out. Mr. Hill came out and gave us a thorough assessment of our issues, talked us through all our questions, and explained his plan to fix it. On the day of service, he and his crew were very punctual and were able to install our system in under a day, and left it looking like they were never there! Would definitely hire them again. Our before and after pics speak for themselves. Both taken after heavy rains."
New Landscape
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Best Surface Source, Inc.
4.9(
57
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have used Best Surface Source for concrete installation, concrete removal and adjustment, asphalt work, bathroom remodeling, exterior tile installation and paver repair and replacement. I call them whenever I have a project and, more often than not, they are able to help me. Pricing is extremely competitive and the workers are incredibly knowledgeable and polite. Excellent business."
Memorial
New bathroom tile
Bathroom Countertop and Custom Made Vanity
University Blvd.
University Blvd.

+1

Response time2 days
Recommended by88%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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