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Jason Excavating, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Mechanicsburg, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jason did an awesome job in setting up my property for a steel carport. He had all the necessary equipment to create a level stone building pad. He also excavated a section of my yard for a fire pit."
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cornman Concrete and Paving
5.0(
21
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Serving Mechanicsburg, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jeff is an outstanding professional in every way. From the onset when interviewing Jeff as a candidate to remove our old paved driveway and walkway and install a new concrete one, we found him to be courteous, knowledgeable and trustworthy. The end result is nothing short of perfect! Jeff went out of his way to provide excellent communication and service. He answered all of our questions in a timely manner and explained exactly when he intended to do at each step We especially appreciated how he solved a drainage issue . The quality of Jeff's work and his personal integrity far exceeded our expectations. We recommend Jeff and his company enthusiastically and without reservation to anyone needing concrete installation or repair. A+++"
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+250

Response time8 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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GREEN WITH ENVY LANDSCAPE, LLC
4.8(
134
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Serving Mechanicsburg, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Green With Envy was very responsive and professional. If we had a question, Jeff or Rhonda followed-up with us in a very timely manner. We were pleased with the service. It was nice not to worry about mowing our lawn every week. And a huge help!"
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Earthtones Hardscape LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Mechanicsburg, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jeff and his crew at Earthtones Harscapes did an outstanding job from start to finish installing a new patio and walk for our home. They were very professional, responsive, and we couldn’t be happier with the team, their talents, and especially the end results of their hard work that we’ll be enjoying for many years to come."
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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David H. Martin Excavating, Inc.
5.0(
10
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Serving Mechanicsburg, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Leveled a lot on May, They were efficient, everything was done above and beyond, the sales rep was on site everyday, very professional operation and Brad was very easy to work with. I was very pleased with everything that they've done and would definitely hire them again. Brad Koonz was very very professional on the project, he was on site everyday to make that everything was going according to plan, just a great guy."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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RDS PAVING & SEALCOATING
5.0(
40
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Serving Mechanicsburg, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Went well, job looks beautiful, very neat application, no wasted motion or time once they started. <br /> The ONLY complaint I have was that after the initial sales call and estimate was done by them on May 3 and the schedule was set for the work to be done late May/early June, and after I called them and accepted their bid on May 9, I never heard from them again. I waited patiently until I finally called them June 18, whereupon they scheduled the actual work for the coming Friday, 6/21, when it was done. <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Mechanicsburg, PA

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 Mechanicsburg, PA homeowners’ guide to gravel or loose fill paving installs, spreads or scrapes

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