Are you looking to improve your indoor or outdoor space? Courtyard Services, Inc., deliver top quality craftsmanship tailored to your needs, ideas & enjoyment. Trust us for prompt & reliable service at a competitive price.
"I wanted to give them a great review, the owner is extremely friendly and patient and had fair prices. They were going to redo my paved patio and install front landscaping. I was away for work when they installed landscaping, I was told about the pavers for edging they were going to use. But when I came home, I saw that the just used leftover bricks from the patio. They put one with a huge rust stain right in front that looked terrible and one brick was cracked on the side part of edging. I Ended up Removing the edging all together and redid it myself with different edging. ( I was also supposed to have bright fuchsia-colored lilies and I had dark red.) Also, the entire outer row of bricks on my patio came loose. The owner called back and sent someone to fix it without any issue. It is ok now but they used yellowish sand when they came back to fix it and the other sand is gray. It is noticeably different, when I removed the patio rug there is a huge line of the hardened sand on the concrete that I cannot seem to get all of it out just yet. The owner also told me he would get me a specific ground cover for a portion of the landscape, and he never did. I was very excited when I hired them and had high hopes that my outside would finally look like it should. While it looks better than it originally did, I feel like they tried to cut some corners on this project that ended up costing me more afterward. I just wish they would have put a little more care into it and really made it a quality work."
Milena D on July 2020
Are you looking to improve your indoor or outdoor space? Courtyard Services, Inc., deliver top quality craftsmanship tailored to your needs, ideas & enjoyment. Trust us for prompt & reliable service at a competitive price.
"I wanted to give them a great review, the owner is extremely friendly and patient and had fair prices. They were going to redo my paved patio and install front landscaping. I was away for work when they installed landscaping, I was told about the pavers for edging they were going to use. But when I came home, I saw that the just used leftover bricks from the patio. They put one with a huge rust stain right in front that looked terrible and one brick was cracked on the side part of edging. I Ended up Removing the edging all together and redid it myself with different edging. ( I was also supposed to have bright fuchsia-colored lilies and I had dark red.) Also, the entire outer row of bricks on my patio came loose. The owner called back and sent someone to fix it without any issue. It is ok now but they used yellowish sand when they came back to fix it and the other sand is gray. It is noticeably different, when I removed the patio rug there is a huge line of the hardened sand on the concrete that I cannot seem to get all of it out just yet. The owner also told me he would get me a specific ground cover for a portion of the landscape, and he never did. I was very excited when I hired them and had high hopes that my outside would finally look like it should. While it looks better than it originally did, I feel like they tried to cut some corners on this project that ended up costing me more afterward. I just wish they would have put a little more care into it and really made it a quality work."
Milena D on July 2020
When you are seeking asphalt services in a residential, commercial or industrial capacity, be sure to contact the professionals at Rich Sealcoating, Inc., first. We are happy to provide you with a full range of asphalt services designed to meet your unique needs and project demands. Whether you need new asphalt, repairs for your existing surfaces or even sealcoating to help protect what you have, we are the company for the job. For more information about our capabilities or to inquire about rates for your specific project, call us today!
"Very professional job. The new driveway is perfect. The neighbors are envious."
Norris C on October 2020
When you are seeking asphalt services in a residential, commercial or industrial capacity, be sure to contact the professionals at Rich Sealcoating, Inc., first. We are happy to provide you with a full range of asphalt services designed to meet your unique needs and project demands. Whether you need new asphalt, repairs for your existing surfaces or even sealcoating to help protect what you have, we are the company for the job. For more information about our capabilities or to inquire about rates for your specific project, call us today!
"Very professional job. The new driveway is perfect. The neighbors are envious."
Norris C on October 2020
With over 30 years of experience, Sacramento Serrano Landscaping, is your go to team of professionals for all of your needs. We work tirelessly to meet and exceed your expectations and constantly strive for perfection. Give us a call and lets get started!
"Awesome outcome of new pavers installation. Just as ordered. Would recommend."
Brian K on April 2025
With over 30 years of experience, Sacramento Serrano Landscaping, is your go to team of professionals for all of your needs. We work tirelessly to meet and exceed your expectations and constantly strive for perfection. Give us a call and lets get started!
"Awesome outcome of new pavers installation. Just as ordered. Would recommend."
Brian K on April 2025
Family owned lawncare and landscape company with years of experience in the trade. Working for commercial and residential property owners. Services we provide are; Lawn Maintenance, Landscapes, Hardscapes, Clean ups, Junk Removal, Mulching, Sod, and Concrete Paving.
"It didn't. I had a need to build a retaining wall in my front garden. Gallardo's was one of the vendors recommended by Angi. I got an immediate response which was good, requesting more details and, if possible photos of the requested work. I responded, providing details and photos ask requested. I never heard back. I sent a follow up again requesting a quote. I got nothing. Ghosting potential customers is not a good business practice. I do have some future projects in mind but Gallardo's won't even be considered. No way to run a business. You can bet I will chat with friends and family and advise them not to consider Gallardo's even if recommended by Angi."
Reginald T on May 2025
Family owned lawncare and landscape company with years of experience in the trade. Working for commercial and residential property owners. Services we provide are; Lawn Maintenance, Landscapes, Hardscapes, Clean ups, Junk Removal, Mulching, Sod, and Concrete Paving.
"It didn't. I had a need to build a retaining wall in my front garden. Gallardo's was one of the vendors recommended by Angi. I got an immediate response which was good, requesting more details and, if possible photos of the requested work. I responded, providing details and photos ask requested. I never heard back. I sent a follow up again requesting a quote. I got nothing. Ghosting potential customers is not a good business practice. I do have some future projects in mind but Gallardo's won't even be considered. No way to run a business. You can bet I will chat with friends and family and advise them not to consider Gallardo's even if recommended by Angi."
Reginald T on May 2025
At Luna Lever LLC, we're a team with over 30 years of experience in railroad maintenance, concrete, demolition, and excavation services. We also provide landscape and snow removal services. We offer a wide range of maintenance and construction services in Northwest, Indiana and Chicagoland demolition excavation construction demolition concrete excavation landscape snow removal maintenance and construction
"Very well! Couple ofrainy days however, they were very professional, friendly and kept me updated on status of work."
Michael S on September 2024
At Luna Lever LLC, we're a team with over 30 years of experience in railroad maintenance, concrete, demolition, and excavation services. We also provide landscape and snow removal services. We offer a wide range of maintenance and construction services in Northwest, Indiana and Chicagoland demolition excavation construction demolition concrete excavation landscape snow removal maintenance and construction
"Very well! Couple ofrainy days however, they were very professional, friendly and kept me updated on status of work."
Michael S on September 2024
Rich Sealcoating is a company who has pride in service. From your first phone call or email you will feel confident your job will be completed beyond your expectations. Rich Sealcoating provides free estimates. From planning to paving or just general asphalt maintenance your job is in proffesional hands.
"Not good. Not worth providing 10 characters"
Dan F on July 2020
Rich Sealcoating is a company who has pride in service. From your first phone call or email you will feel confident your job will be completed beyond your expectations. Rich Sealcoating provides free estimates. From planning to paving or just general asphalt maintenance your job is in proffesional hands.
"Not good. Not worth providing 10 characters"
Dan F on July 2020
Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today! a financing is available just asked the contractor for the details
"It was awesome! I received a call @7:15 a.m. the next day after applying via Angie's List. CJ was professional and kind. He came to my home to give me an estimate the same week and I received a quote the very same day. He was very punctual, and. his crew were very professional. our driveway was completed including the tear out of the existing driveway within 3 days. I highly recommend 360 Construction to anyone who needs their driveway replaced. God Bless You CJ and crew!"
Jacqueline M on April 2025
Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today! a financing is available just asked the contractor for the details
"It was awesome! I received a call @7:15 a.m. the next day after applying via Angie's List. CJ was professional and kind. He came to my home to give me an estimate the same week and I received a quote the very same day. He was very punctual, and. his crew were very professional. our driveway was completed including the tear out of the existing driveway within 3 days. I highly recommend 360 Construction to anyone who needs their driveway replaced. God Bless You CJ and crew!"
Jacqueline M on April 2025
Chicago and Surrounding Suburbs! We specialize in concrete work, including creative concrete projects, patios, stamped concrete, sidewalks, stairs, and more! Please note: We do not offer patching or repair services. Our goal is to provide long-lasting, high-quality work, and temporary fixes don’t meet our standards for durability and customer satisfaction.
Chicago and Surrounding Suburbs! We specialize in concrete work, including creative concrete projects, patios, stamped concrete, sidewalks, stairs, and more! Please note: We do not offer patching or repair services. Our goal is to provide long-lasting, high-quality work, and temporary fixes don’t meet our standards for durability and customer satisfaction.
Proline Custom Carpentry is owned and operated by Joseph Kitzinger. Proline Custom Carpentry provides free estimates and reliable service.
"Proline is an excellent company!! I am extremely happy with the work that Joseph did! He was punctual and very meticulous with his work. Joseph was very friendly and made sure everything was cleaned up after each day he was at my house. I would definitely hire him back again for any work I needed done!"
Debra C on November 2023
Proline Custom Carpentry is owned and operated by Joseph Kitzinger. Proline Custom Carpentry provides free estimates and reliable service.
"Proline is an excellent company!! I am extremely happy with the work that Joseph did! He was punctual and very meticulous with his work. Joseph was very friendly and made sure everything was cleaned up after each day he was at my house. I would definitely hire him back again for any work I needed done!"
Debra C on November 2023
Calculating gravel requirements starts with measuring your driveway's length and width in feet. For a standard driveway, aim for approximately four inches of depth. Multiply these three dimensions to find cubic feet, then divide by 27 to convert to cubic yards. For example, a 24-foot by 12-foot driveway at four inches deep requires 3.5 cubic yards of gravel. Your specific needs may vary based on soil conditions and expected traffic.
Crusher run (also called crush and run) offers the most economical option, with prices ranging from $0.40 to $2 per square foot or $20 to $25 per cubic yard. This mixture of stone dust and crushed stone compacts well, making it ideal for functional applications like driveway bases.
Local quarry gravel also tends to be affordable due to minimal transportation costs. The trade-off comes in appearance—these budget options lack the decorative appeal of pricier alternatives.
A full truckload of pea gravel costs between $250 and $500, with pricing variations based on truck capacity, material type, and your location. Standard delivery trucks carry 10 to 15 cubic yards of material.
Ordering by the truckload often provides better value for larger projects compared to multiple smaller deliveries. Many suppliers include reasonable-distance delivery in these prices, making it an economical option for substantial projects.
Well-installed gravel surfaces can maintain their functionality for many years with proper maintenance. Traffic intensity, weather conditions, and installation quality all affect longevity. Regular maintenance—including raking displaced stones back into position and addressing drainage issues—extends useful life significantly.
Many homeowners find they need to add a refresher layer every few years, particularly in high-traffic areas or regions with severe weather conditions.
Adding gravel over an existing surface is possible with proper preparation. Start by thoroughly cleaning the current surface and addressing any significant damage or drainage issues. A stable foundation prevents shifting in your new layer. Consider adding a thin base layer before applying the decorative surface gravel.
Remember that adding material increases the overall height, which may affect garage entrances or property access points. When done correctly, this approach can refresh your driveway's appearance without complete reconstruction.
Gravel offers significantly lower initial costs at approximately $1 to $3 per square foot installed for standard types, compared to the substantially higher upfront investment for asphalt or concrete. However, gravel requires more frequent maintenance and occasional material replenishment.
Paved surfaces demand less regular attention but face expensive repairs when cracks or damage occur. Your decision should consider not just initial expense but also maintenance capabilities, climate conditions, and aesthetic preferences for your property.