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Becker Industries, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Friendly, Efficient, Knowledgeable. They stayed in close contact with me throughout the job, making sure we were on the same page. Very happy with their work."
Response time2 days
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Morehouse Construction Group
4.7(
3
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Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Josh was very knowledgeable and professional. After he finished what we hired him to do we hired him back to do additional work. We are very happy with his work and our porch!"
Gravel Driveway
Site Grading
Garage Floor & Walk
Seawall & Hoist
Deck

+91

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
ST Landscaping and Excavating
5.0(
3
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Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Bill Tubbs and Ron were good to work with. I had a general idea of repairing brick front steps but he advised me that replacing bricks was a temporary fix and he was correct because they had been fixed a couple years ago. He suggested a Blue Stone slab over lay and railings that were anchored into the concrete slab porch and sidewalk. I agreed and it turned out fabulously. It’s stable and strong as a rock.,lol. and is an attractive entrance to the home. Although it was a costlier investment, I’m certain it improves attractiveness, value , and sale ability of my home. Thanks St Landscaping for doing a professional job within a short time frame! They also did a great job sealing cracks in my 28X23 driveway with industrial grade driveway sealer! It will remain beautiful for years to come. Steven Camp 8/25"
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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ELEGANT ESTATES
4.5(
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Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Chris at Elegant Estates in 2024 for a job involving house washing and paver restoration. I was amazed by his dedication, energy, and professionalism. I have not received such excellent service from any other home improvement contractor. Planning the job weeks ahead of time was effortless. Chris has an efficient online system for communicating about estimates. He arrived at the appointed time with one assistant, and they worked meticulously all day. At the end he gave an honest explanation of the factors involved and his decisions. Every aspect of the job was done to the highest standard. He is a rare contractor that I would trust to do a job when I wasn’t present."
Recommended by87%of homeowners
4 Seasons Landscaping Inc
4.6(
12
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Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We serve people's needs and customize our landscaping and home care services to meet your needs. Our services range from the traditional lawn and yard care, walkway, and snow plowing. Four Seasons Landscaping and Maintenance is a locally owned, fully licensed and insured business. We have been serving the Ithaca community since 1994. Our many satisfied customers will boast of our unique business approach, a welcome alternative to today's fast paced big business style.\n\nIn decades past you may have been able to call on your neighbor to assist you with a task that you weren't able to handle. Four Season's business model is to step in and offer those services. There is no set list of services, just our willingness to step in and get the task done. Check out our service descriptions and contact us for your needs. Both are year round and here to serve you.

Recommended by83%of homeowners
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Ithaca, NY

To calculate how much pea gravel you need for your project, multiply the length, width, and depth of the area you want to cover to find the volume in cubic feet. Then, divide that number by 27 to convert it to cubic yards to determine the amount of pea gravel you need.

A yard of pea gravel weighs about 1.3 tons or 2,600 pounds. Keep in mind that wet gravel weighs more than dry, and different types of gravel can vary in weight. For example, due to its density, river rock weighs significantly more than crushed stone and pea gravel.

The ideal depth for pea gravel depends on the type and size of your project. You'll need at least two to three inches for walkways and patios and a minimum of six inches for driveways to support heavy vehicles and prevent shifting over time. Aim for a depth of three to four inches in decorative garden beds or drainage areas.

Pea gravel is attractive, versatile, and low-maintenance. It provides excellent drainage, making it ideal for pathways, driveways, and garden beds. On the downside, its sharp texture isn't ideal for bare feet, and it can be challenging to weed or remove once installed. It can also shift underfoot without proper edging, creating an uneven surface.

Alternative landscaping materials you can use instead of pea gravel include wood chips, decomposed granite, crushed stone, pebbles, quartz, mulch, sand, and river rock. These materials offer different aesthetics, performance, and costs, so it’s important to do your research to determine which one best fits your landscape design and budget.

Many homeowners choose pea gravel because it requires minimal upkeep compared to other landscaping materials. You'll need to rake it occasionally to redistribute the stones and maintain an even surface. Pros also recommend installing weed barrier fabric beneath the gravel to prevent unwanted growth, although some weeds may still appear over time.

The Ithaca, NY homeowners’ guide to gravel or loose fill paving installs, spreads or scrapes

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