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Allied Asphalt
4.8(
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Serving Valparaiso, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Max was phenomenal. He emailed and came out the same day we requested a quote and gave us an estimate that evening. He also kept us updated, consistently, up until installation day. Beautiful work, definitely recommend."
New install
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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HUBINGER LANDSCAPING
4.7(
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Serving Valparaiso, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The project date did not begin as planned or promised due to extreme rain and a drainage problem, which presented to us all that there definitely needed to be some sort of drainage applied.  When I noticed that the block wall was not the way I had planned, I informed the workers, and they did as I asked, no questions asked.  They planted the plants that I had previously chosen with Lorraine (some she had to order, and some came in when the job was finished and they came back to plant them, and some were unavailable, so Lorraine called and we discussed use of another plant).  When a plant later died, Lorraine had no problem replacing it."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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G&P Maintenance & Remodeling
5.0(
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Serving Valparaiso, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were exceptional. Very prompt and clear communication throughout the project. Everything was completed on time and on budget with high quality, and they even made recommendations that exceeded expectations for what our landscaping could look like. Extremely friendly and easy to work with. We will absolutely work with them again and already recommended to our neighbors."
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Valparaiso, IN

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 Valparaiso, IN homeowners’ guide to gravel or loose fill paving installs, spreads or scrapes

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