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ST Landscaping and Excavating
5.0(
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Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

ST Landscaping and Excavating, proudly serves its customers with pride and integrity. We are locally owned and operated and pay attention to the details that matter most to you. These are only some of the many things that set us apart from the rest. Give us a call today! We do not accept credit cards, we take business checks, or cash only.

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Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Morehouse Construction Group
4.7(
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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
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Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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M.S. Ward Land Enhancement
5.0(
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Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My stone pad for my business was one of the best contracting experiences I have had as a business owner; start to finish. Mike was spot on with quote, he was very knowledgeable with site setup. When arrived onsite Mike was very friendly, professional and extremely efficient at installing my stone pad. The pad install looks awesome. Mike took extra precautions to not damage well and lawn. Highly recommended. 5 stars for M.S. Ward Land Enhancement ."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Clean Earth Septic Service
5.0(
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Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Levi on a Saturday because we were down to 1 toilet for 6 people. The downstairs toilet had suddenly started gurgling on Thursday night. Internet research said it was a clog, so I called Roto Rooter Friday morning. To their credit, they came out that afternoon, but did not locate the clog. After removing the toilet and digging up the septic, they told my sons that there was no clog, but the septic tank was full. So I called Levi Saturday morning, DURING the Electra snow storm. He arrived at our house in Trumansburg (from Newfield) in 90 minutes, dug up 2 additional spots, found the clog (yes, there was a clog), pumped the tank, and only charged us $200. <br /> <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Lambert & Sons Paving
4.6(
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Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1927

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I found Lambert & Sons through a quick google search for paving companies in the area. I had checked with a few other services, but they hadn’t worked out. When I called Lambert, they sent out the current son in the company (Samuel Lambert) the next day. He was polite and straightforward, more than happy give me an estimate. The estimate was more than reasonable, so I paid him about half of the agreed upon fee and set a date. They showed up not long after to dig out the old driveway and lay down the gravel. The rain delayed the next step of the work by a little bit since it was spring, but they kept in touch the whole time to make sure that I didn’t think that they’d taken my money and left the job undone. When we had a break in the weather, they called up and set a time that they stuck to exactly. They finished the job in an afternoon. The work was done quickly and with clear skill. Sam explained that they offer a year’s warranty on any work they do and are more than willing to come out to fix up anything wrong after that. I would recommend Lambert & Sons to anyone in my area who wants the job done well and at a reasonable price."
Recommended by80%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

"Extremely well. Most of the work was accomplished very professionally and thoroughly by the owner himself, Chris Negley. Occasional good assistance by Chris' daughter Maddie. Chris is so busy at this time of year that my only complaint is that I had to wait a while to "get him here." Once here, he wasted no time, but still emphasized thoroughness and professionalism."
Recommended by87%of homeowners
ALEX COLE PAVING
4.4(
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Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We interviewed and received estimates from three blacktop and drainage professionals in the local area. One was hugely over priced and the other two were pretty comparable, with Alex Cole being slightly higher. It basically came down to our confidence in the experience of the workers and how they explained what they were going to do for our project. Tim was an absolute pelasure to work with and Renee in their office was very helpful. <br /> The crew came out on a Thursday for the prep work and laid the pavement, sealed the driveway and completed most of the drainage work on Friday. They waited about 1 and a half weeks to do the final grading and seeding of the lawn where they did the drainage work to allow the ground to settle first. <br /> The only reason that I couldn't give them a full and quot;Aand quot; was that I think they could have been more proactive in explaining why they were waiting to finish the final grading/lawn repairs. When I came home Friday night and found the lawn still torn up I was a bit dismayed as I had assumed based on our previous conversations that the work would by 100% complete Friday night. No note was left behind to explain and I had to wait until Monday to find out what was going on. Their answer satisfied me and when they came to complete the work they were very quick and efficient. I would definitely use them again. <br />"
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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WOLVERTON SERVICES LLC
5.0(
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Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wolverton Services was a pleasure to work with! Tim is really great to communicate with, checking in with us throughout the process. From giving us an estimate to execution we were really pleased with the drainage ditch and drains he put into our yard."
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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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