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Avatar for Kuhlman Lawn Service
Kuhlman Lawn Service
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Serving Kensington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have been customers for over 10+ years. Kuhlman's workers are professional, proactive and do a fantastic job. They are reliable, pay attention to the details of our needs, and go beyond our expectations. We have neighbors stop and tell us how great our lawn looks all the time. 110% I would recommend Kuhlman Lawn Service."
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Horizon Landscaping Designs LLC
4.8(
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Serving Kensington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was very happy and satisfied with the contractor, crew and completed job. The permeable walkway installed looks beautiful. I highly recommend this company."
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Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Ben Burris Paving
4.4(
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Serving Kensington, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I contacted Ben Burris after several recommendations from the neighborhood message board. It's a father and sons operation. Ben's son Ben came out at the agreed upon date and time. Ben was very personable and listened to what I wanted to have done. Before he left he was able to quote me a price and followed up within a day with a written cost and contract. On the day of service, they arrived on time. They dug up the area to the specified width. However once the area was dug up we could see a better view of the existing driveway. The existing driveway was a little less than half the depth that the addition was going to be. We did a closer inspection of the existing driveway,. Some areas around the edges were crumbling and cracks were beginning to form throughout. It was apparent a bad patch job had been performed to make the driveway look presentable. I just purchased the home just 7 months ago. My job changed from widening the driveway to demolition of the existing driveway and installation of a new wider driveway. They were still able to complete the work in the original 2 day time frame. .Ben was very meticulous about how the finished driveway looked. When the job was complete they cleaned the area so well there wasn't even chunks of clay dirt in the grass. They provided instructions on when I could park on the driveway and time table to have driveway sealed for maintenance. It was such a positive experience I will be using Ben Burris for the maintenance."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Tillerman Gardens LLC
4.2(
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Serving Kensington, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"After finding Tillerman Gardens online and requesting an estimate for substantial hardscape/landscape work on our newly renovated house, we were pleasantly surprised to find out that Jesse, the owner, actually grew up in our neighborhood! On top of being a Takoma Park local, and an all around friendly, honest, business owner, we also came to learn that he does great work as well! His team completely transformed our hardscape areas, including installing a beautiful flagstone walkway and patio, a perfectly graded cement driveway, iron railings on our steps, and plants in a number of locations. On top of that, some of the work required some touch up and sealing and Jesse and his team have come out a couple of times later this spring to do that work unprompted. There's a little bit left, but I know they'll be around to finish it as they've taken care of us every step of the way. Even better, everything was done in budget. Look no further! These are your go to guys for all landscape/hardscape work in the area!"
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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GPRO Landscaping LLC
4.9(
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Serving Kensington, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent. I really enjoyed meeting Eric. He and his staff were awesome from the very beginning. Everything was explained step by step and the workers were so polite and friendly, always smiling. Pouring concrete for a pathway or driveway can wreak havoc in your yard, but these guys were so meticulous and careful to only drive on my lawn and put dirt on my lawn. (I have a semi-detached home). They cleaned up everything nicely and even reseeded my grass where the track marks from the truck were. I have already contracted with GPRO for some additional landscaping. I would recommend them for all your landscaping needs. Edie"
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+74

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FALLS CHURCH PAVING CO
4.2(
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Serving Kensington, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1962

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Falls Church Paving did an excellent job on our driveway. George, the owner, went way beyond what we expected. All of his crew are experts at their work. The old driveway was completely removed, a new gravel foundation was packed in, and quality asphalt was rolled over the top. The crew paid great attention to details, like the forming and tamping down of the edges. George is a man of his word who delivered a top quality asphalt driveway."
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Recommended by81%of homeowners
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Kensington, MD

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 Kensington, MD homeowners’ guide to gravel or loose fill paving installs, spreads or scrapes

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