Top-rated gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape pros.

Get matched with top gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape pros in Placida, FL

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 3 pros

Matching on HomeAdvisor

Share some details icon
Share some details about your home project.
Match with local pros icon
Within moments, match with highly-rated local pros.
Compare quotes icon
Compare quotes and choose the best pro for the job.

Find Gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape pros in Placida

Avatar for Marin Brothers
Marin Brothers
5.0(
15
)

Serving Placida, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Christian and his crew have been doing my monthly landscaping for several years. After the hurricanes, my yard was a mess. They got there quickly and were reasonable in pricing. Saltwater was not friendly to a lot of my plants and some of my trees. I got estimates from multiple landscapers but Christian worked with me and did a great job. Now multiple people in the neighborhood hired him to do all of their landscaping. That's the best recommendation one can get!"
Before
Black Pebbles none polished
BEFORE
Before
Black Pebbles none polished

+31

Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Request Quote
Campion's Landscaping and Grading
5.0(
9
)

Serving Placida, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John was very easy to work with and he did a great job. His prices were competitive, he explained what needed to be done, and he corrected conditions that had been a serious problem for a long time. He was prompt and completed the work professionally. I would highly recommend John for drainage work."
Response time8 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Sarasota Marble Restoration
Sarasota Marble Restoration
4.9(
38
)

Serving Placida, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sarasota Marble Restoration did a great job restoring the terrazzo floor in my 1951 Siesta Key beach house after the 2024 hurricanes. See for yourself at YouTube.com “The Old House On The Beach” drone video."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Craig's Perfect Turf Landscaping, Inc.
Craig's Perfect Turf Landscaping, Inc.
4.8(
31
)

Serving Placida, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The rocks came with an excessive amount of dirt/ weeds & the curbing is cracking. Jody says there is nothing they can do."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Barracuda Landscape & Curbing
Barracuda Landscape & Curbing
5.0(
16
)

Serving Placida, FL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Gilbert is very knowledgeable of plants, trees and landscaping. He was patient with us and the result was terrific. We are very happy with the transformation of our landscaping."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Request Quote
...
Showing 1-10 of 62
FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Placida, FL

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 Placida, FL homeowners’ guide to gravel or loose fill paving installs, spreads or scrapes

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

See all articles