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Stewart's Asphalt Paving
4.9(
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Serving Mount Vernon, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"One of the owners contacted me right away about my request for a proposal. They came out and gave me a fair estimate. The owner walked me through the process and gave me options to consider. He was a good communicator and I understood exactly what I was getting for the price. When I agreed with their proposal, his team showed up exactly on time and got started. They keep me updated throughout the process. At the completion of the project, I was thrilled with the results. I’ve shared pictures with friends and everyone agreed they did a great job. I’d say they went above and beyond what I’d hoped for. I feel like they gave me a great job for a fair price. I’d recommend them to friends and family and would use them again."
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Asphalt
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Response time3 days
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Ball Paving, Inc.
4.3(
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Serving Mount Vernon, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"if there are pavers from heaven them I have found them. Ball paving just started my asphalt driveway today and there team of honest, polite , craftsmen's have started my driveway with detail in mind. I have never seen such a great crew of guys. I wish they did all kinds of home repairs. will update with finished asphalt pictures."
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Mount Vernon, MO

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.

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