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Avatar for Landscape Solutions
Landscape Solutions
4.8(
78
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Scott McIntyre did an excellent job landscaping our backyard. After an original hiccup about following up on irrigation service (slow response), Scott really stepped up to the plate and helped me in resolving all our irrigation issues."
landscaping
landscaping
landscaping
landscaping
landscaping

+69

Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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M&J Prime Builders
5.0(
14
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I contacted M&J Prime Builders on a Sunday morning via an urgent request on Angi (Angie's List) to repair a leak in our backyard irrigation system. Javier contacted us immediately and arrived at our home in Concord with his business partner, Marcos, within 90 minutes. They were very attentive, professional, and accommodating, especially for our unexpected Sunday morning emergency. They not only repaired the leak but also addressed another issue that had arisen with our shutoff valve. Their estimate was very reasonable and accurate, and their work is top-notch. Javier is both a licensed contractor and a civil engineer. As a result, they offer a wide range of home improvement projects. I will be using their services again and highly recommend M&J Prime Builders"
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway

+2

Response time1 day
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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Geico Builders
5.0(
26
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Quick response through my request. Mila came over the same day I inquired and got response with in 5 min to provide me a consultation. My front yard was overgrown with foxtail weeds and it impacted my dog's ear. I was able to schedule a full removal of all weeds, Mila designed for me all project within a few hours, Crew planted trees and laid it down and install everything in 3 days . She was patient with my questions and concerns. Mila and her crew extremly profesional! They were very clean, on time, polite, and accommodating."
Composite Deck Replacement Trex
Full Backyard Remodel with Outdoor Kitchen
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Deck Replacement Composit
Composite Deck

+270

Response time1 day
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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2Green Landscaping & Maintenance
5.0(
6
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very well. His quotes was reasonable. Everardo was professional. He and his support dug the holes i requested. He also suggested angling them a different so as to look nicer, which I very much appreciated. They also broke down cement & hauled it away quickly. They cleaned after themselves. Our yard needs a lot of work that will need to be done spaced out. 100% I would hire them again for all our future projects."
Lighting and landscaping
Fire pit
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+141

Response time9 hrs
Response rate92%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carlos J Romero Grading and Paving Contractors, Inc.
5.0(
2
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

Response time1 day
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Integrity Stone & Tile Cleaning
4.8(
46
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The work turned out very well and we are very happy with it. They were on time and they were contentious. They sent a team out to do the work so it could get done in a couple hours versus a day or two. The head of the company was a geology major; so he is very knowledgeable about the stone itself and he is very professional."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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System Pavers
4.7(
190
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Cannot say enough good about this company’s crew from the first contact Mike Bing to our project manager Adrian O’Donoghue right down to the main installer Gilbert. Very responsive to all our needs and questions. I’m not sure you loves the turf more, our dog or us! It’s beautiful and the paver edging just completes the look tying right into our existing paver patio."
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Sureshine Marble And Stone Care & Restoration Services
4.8(
257
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Ted McFadden of Sureshine did an excellent job on my countertop. I chipped the edge of the countertop and was certain it was not fixable. Ted completed the work Saturday. He arrived on time, brought the proper equipment, fixed the chip and repaired the grout behind the countertop. He also found a small crack in the corner of the granite and repaired that as well. The job was not inexpensive, however I paid a very high price for the countertop and it needed a real craftsman for the job. I would hire this company again for any stone or granite work. Thank you Sureshine. Susie"
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Landscape Locators
4.7(
133
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job is in progress. One thing Susan promised and delivered on is that the crew would clean up every day. I found 1 crushed water bottle in the past week that did not make the garbage can. I can totally live with that. Thanks to Susan and Brian. Also, this was estimated at being a 1 month job, but after the progress during the first week I can't see it going more then 2 or 2.5 weeks total. FINALLY!!!!!, a contractor that UNDER promised and OVER delivered. <br />"
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Unique Concrete Creations
5.0(
18
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Serving Palo Alto, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Got three bids from local concrete people. Unique concrete was very competitive on pricing and was very good with following up. There was a small snafu when they cancelled a day before the first scheduled work day, but Ignacio explained the mix up and made sure we would be taken care of. Workday the workers showed up early. Ignacio was there to make sure all went well. Workers were polite and efficient. Cleaned up afterwards. We had one small area that needed follow up and Ignacio was very responsive and had someone over the next morning to fix it. Our project was small, and most places weren't interested or wanted ridiculous fees. Unique Concrete explained there wasn't much money to be made here but they were doing this as a courtesy to build good relations for future work or referrals. We will definitely work with them again. Ignacio was great."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Palo Alto, CA

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 Palo Alto, CA homeowners’ guide to gravel or loose fill paving installs, spreads or scrapes

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