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Avatar for Down Under Services
Down Under Services
4.4(
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving Julian, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The best landscape crew we have had in 30 years of owning this home! They pay great attention to detail, and are quick to respond if a problem arises. They work hard, have a great attitude, and are very professional. Our yard always looks so great, and we receive many compliments from the neighbors.  "
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Apollo Pavers
3.9(
23
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving Julian, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

"We felt we received a very fair price, particularly with the 25% discount that was available at the time we contacted Apollo. We visited Apollo's studio and were able to select from a wide variety of pavers and manufacturers.  We also appreciated the advice we received from the office staff there.  Apollo Owner Jose Cuellar and Jesus (the project manager) personally reviewed the daily work to assure it was done properly.  They also were very informative when we asked them for advice on certain issues, for instance, which sealer to use.  The work was done by very conscientious demolition and paver installation crews.  Demolition can be noisy and dusty, but the crew told us what to expect each day and carefully cleaned up the work site at the end of the day.  The paver installation crew was very professional and very attentive to detail - we ended up with a beautiful job.
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Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Just Do It Builders Inc
4.4(
215
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving Julian, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I bought an Angie's list deal for dry wall repair but really they just spread some spackle on it and left it rough. I had to scrape off the blobs of spackle left on the ceiling. My boyfriend could have done the same job. I wanted them to actually replace the dry wall where it was cracking. Mainly they wanted to sell me more jobs and pushed me to sign on with them to get new insulation in the attic. I had them give me an estimate on rain gutters while they were here. Their estimate/prices are very high. I think they have to pay for all those people manning the phones. It sounds like a boiler room when they call."
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Recommended by70%of homeowners
Avatar for Mr. Handyman of Glendale, Burbank & La Canada
Mr. Handyman of Glendale, Burbank & La Canada
4.3(
45
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving Julian, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Credit card accepted

"We booked Mr. Handyman. They called back several times to confirm the appointment. I guess they're used to people flaking or something. Their worker showed up only a few minutes late. He had good ideas as to how to complete the work. He completed the job for only about half of the original estimate."
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Pacific Coast Tile & Marble
4.8(
4
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving Julian, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Miguel and his crew did a good job and their price was WELL below other licensed contractor estimates (Miguel is licensed by the Contractors State License Board...with no complaint activity... is bonded and, according to the CSLB, has workers' comp for his employees...he also has an A+ rating with the BBB). Communication was a little hit-and-miss (particularly by email), but if it was important he always got back to me quickly (since I suspect that he's in the field quite a bit, texting and phone calls work best). He stuck to the anticipated install schedule and completed the demo and install in the same day (as promised). I had some minor issues that I had him come back for and he and his crew were very quick in returning to take a look (the issue ended up being with the granite itself and nothing that they had done)."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Julian, CA

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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