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Green Landscaping
4.7(
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Green Landscaping did a most excellent job on the retaining wall. First, they provided a reasonable estimate. Then they were available to do the work, They cleared the old broken down wall and another broken flower bed structure, near the retaining wall, In order to properly install the new wall it was mentioned to me that a tree stump and one big bush would need to be removed. That was fine with me and that's exactly what happened. Bye, bye tree stump. The worker that removed the tree stump operated that equipment with great precision. In the process of the heavy equipment moving in and out of the property, some walkway pavers cracked. I mentioned this to them and before all the work was completed, they replaced the broken pavers. At the end, they cleaned up, leveled the gravel that was in the driveway, The wall looks marvelous."
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Response time2 days
Response rate92%
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NTK Excavation LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"NTK did an outstanding job building a stone and wood bridge across a stream in my yard. It looks very natural, fitting in perfectly. Last year NTK installed french drains to draw water away from the house. They're a great company to work with and capable of most any kind of earth or stone work."
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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Wallstructures LLC
4.8(
26
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jon was adamant about making sure that we were involved with every decision and every detail before and during the project. He was very reliable and worked long hours to ensure that the job was finished in just 3 days, and we are very pleased with the end result! I highly recommend this company for any wall project, large or small."
Pavers and Hardscaping Project
Pavers and Hardscaping Project
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+24

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Omnipro
4.6(
102
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We went to Omnipro for our patio and retaining wall. Greg was super helpful and very easy to talk to! It was nice seeing all the different blocks and pavers before making our purchase. I highly recommend you stop in and get your project started! My backyard looks amazing now!"
Castlerok Wall Blocks
Country Stone Wall Blocks
Engraved Wall Blocks
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Methven Excavation & Drainage
5.0(
11
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Tom understood the urgency of my problem and rectified it quickly. Not only did he get the job done fast, his quote was very reasonable, and he did a fantastic job. I would recommend for any excavation needs."
Yard regrading
Gravel driveway
Gravel Driveway
Yard regrading
Gravel driveway

+102

Response time2 days
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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P SQRD LLC
4.4(
71
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Work performed was very professional and clean. He had the best priced estimate out of anyone and did a fantastic job The whole crew was respectful and I would highly recommend them to anyone who needs something major painted or minor a great deal! Will be using in the future again!!!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Pittsburgh, PA

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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