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Rocket City Rubber Stone
5.0(
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Serving Oneonta, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We absolutely love our rubber stone pool surround! Looks beautiful, feels great; even our dog loves it! She can race around the pool without slipping; we cannot wait until pool season!"
Sierra Stone Pool Deck
Concrete - Stamped & Decorative Project
Concrete - Stamped & Decorative Project
Driveways - Concrete Project
Concrete - Stamped & Decorative Project

+10

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Red's Asphalt Restoration
4.8(
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Serving Oneonta, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great work done and will definitely hire again. Very courteous, and knows what heâ s doing. He left the job site clean and worked very quickly during the entire process."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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LCR Solutions
5.0(
5
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Serving Oneonta, AL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

"They went over and above. Very meticulous. Price was exceptional. It was half of what I have quoted from other people. Good and honest people. They're very attentive to detail to not miss anything. He definitely follows up even after the work."
Excavation
Landscaping Project
Excavation
Landscaping Project
Excavation

+19

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Southern Roots Landscaping
4.5(
6
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Serving Oneonta, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Contacted Jared and he came and gave us an estimate for the work we needed done. We accepted his proposal and he returned within a few days to complete the job. He was very professional, friendly, knowledgeable and gave us a good price. Would recommend him for any job needed. In fact we contacted him again just a few weeks later for another small job and he completed that for us. He's very easy to work with."
Pavers and Hardscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Blaylock Utilities and Excavation, LLC
3.9(
4
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Serving Oneonta, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Stayed within the original estimate. Took care not to damage anything. Removed some structures necessary to get to the worksite and replaced them. Highly recommend them."
Response time1 day
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Oneonta, AL

Most shed foundations benefit from a gravel layer four to six inches deep after proper compaction. The exact depth may vary depending on your specific soil conditions, climate, and shed weight. In areas with poor drainage or for heavier structures, contractors might recommend slightly deeper installations. Building the pad in multiple compacted layers rather than a single thick pour helps achieve optimal stability and load distribution.

Gravel pads cost significantly less than concrete foundations. While gravel materials run about $1.25 to $1.80 per square foot, concrete slabs average $6 per square foot. For a standard shed base, this price difference translates to substantial savings. Beyond the initial cost advantage, gravel pads also offer easier installation, simpler modifications if needed, and don't require specialized concrete finishing skills.

For a standard 10-by-12 shed pad, you'll need enough gravel to cover 120 square feet at the recommended depth. At rates of $1.25 to $1.80 per square foot, expect to spend $150 to $216 on gravel materials alone. Remember to factor in extending the pad beyond the shed's dimensions by one to two feet on each side for better drainage and stability, which increases the actual area needed.

The ideal gravel for shed foundations combines stability with proper drainage capabilities. Crusher run ($0.40 per square foot) makes an excellent base layer because it contains various particle sizes that lock together when compacted. For top layers, angular gravel provides better drainage while maintaining stability. Avoid perfectly round decorative stones as they don't compact effectively and may shift under weight, compromising your shed's stability over time.

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