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Avatar for HWY 31 UTILITIES & EXCAVATION
HWY 31 UTILITIES & EXCAVATION
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving Palestine, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Elision and his wife Anna are awesome to work with. Did a great job of clearing land and opening up our woods. Highly recommend"
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
Demo Mobile Home

+4

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
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Schneider Land Development, LLC
5.0(
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving Palestine, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The total experience exceeded my expectations ! I would and have recommended"
Mulching
Response time1 day
Response rate98%
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A&R Construction
5.0(
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving Palestine, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"A&R Construction installed a beautiful asphalt driveway for us. We appreciate their quality work done in a timely manner. Their efficient team was friendly and professional. We are very satisfied and would recommend this business to others. Sue and Chuck B Slocum, TX"
Milled Asphalt
Limestone Base
Hot Asphalt
Limestone
Seal coating

+2

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BarB construction
5.0(
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving Palestine, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Lucas came to my house and did a driveway for me. He did an outstanding job, it’s very smooth, and only took a day to do! He is quick on communication, reliable and very professional! I would recommend him again and again, you will not be disappointed in the price or quality of his work! Thank you Lucas for my beautiful driveway!"
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Backwoods Land Management
5.0(
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving Palestine, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Backwoods to clear trees and mulch some shrubbery on my property. They worked quickly and did a great job making my land look beautiful!"
Underbrush clearing
Underbrush clearing
Underbrush clearing
Underbrush clearing
Before

+6

Response time12 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Palestine, TX

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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