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Earth Care Lawn and Landscape
5.0(
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Serving Pendleton, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Customers say: True professional

"Cody and his crew are so good at what they do. The project came out perfectly. I would highly recommend them if you need any excavation or hard scraping."
Backyard theater/fire pit
Chenoweth Lane
Clifton heights
Before / After
Summers cabin

+138

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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American Dirt Company
5.0(
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Serving Pendleton, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

"Henry was great to work with, knowledgeable, honest, and communicated with us on everything about the project. He was very quick to respond to take a look at our problem. Heavy rains had washed our driveway out and Henry recommended a culvert be installed under the driveway. He was prompt to installing it and fixing our driveway. He also regraded and seeded our yard due to the water running over the driveway. Havenâ t had any problems since, FULLY RECOMMEND to anyone!!"
Finish Graded
Sod install
Drainage solution
Finish Graded
Finish Graded

+33

Response time4 hrs
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bryantcontractingky
New to Angi

Serving Pendleton, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Pendleton, KY

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 Pendleton, KY homeowners’ guide to gravel or loose fill paving installs, spreads or scrapes

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