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Green Town Garden
5.0(
39
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Serving Portland, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Pablo and crew were excellent. We had a couple of things we wanted to take care of and Pablo had a vision and painted a picture of how he would transform the whole patio. Other landscapers said they would do this or that but Pablo was able to do it all. GTG was always on time and respectful of the property. Now we are the talk of the neighborhood as people drop by to admire our new patio."
Landscaping Project
Stone and Gravel Project
Retaining wall
Trimming 2 tree
Before starting

+95

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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All-Pro Landscape
4.1(
30
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Serving Portland, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bob was thorough and checked on how things were going throughout the process.
I threw a few changes at him here and there and he rolled with the punches."
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Pics

+5

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Generous Home Services LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Portland, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Generous Home Services LLC helped us after one side of our wood fence blew over last spring. Andy responded quickly and was very upfront about pricing and timing. He stayed right on track with the original estimate he gave me, which I really appreciated. The work was done efficiently, the fence looks great, and everything went exactly as discussed. Honest, reliable, and easy to work with. I would absolutely recommend them and would happily use them again."
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O'Rear Excavating, Corp.
5.0(
14
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Serving Portland, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris’ crew is amazing. They worked past normal hours to make sure the job got done right. Quality and care was top notch. Very happy with the results. Trustworthy company and crew. Highly recommend for any home or commercial work. Thank you Chris and company!"
We have a fence crew as well.
Paver Patio & New Sod with a small retaining wall.
Extended concrete patio to match their existing concrete.
Waterproofing a Basement
Boulder retaining wall

+1

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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DEEP DIGS EXCAVATION LLC
5.0(
22
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Serving Portland, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Deep Digs did a great job on an extensive repair on our private road when a neighbor ran off the dike and hit a tree. When the tree fell over it undermined the road, so it had to be cut out, the road bed rebuilt, and the asphalt repaired. There were 4 other smaller repairs done, and lots of cracks sealed. The workers were all so easy to work with, went the extra mile, and were helpful. They swept the road each day and left the site clean and neat."
Foundation Dig
Foundation Dig
Foundation Dig
Foundation Dig
Foundation Dig

+102

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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FRC Construction
5.0(
20
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Serving Portland, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"FRC Construction did two projects for me, and I couldnâ t be happier with the results! The first project was to install a paving stone surround border to my concrete patio. The project went smoothly from beginning to end. Communication with business owner, Ramondo Cervantes, was prompt and clear. And workers were professional and skilled in their installation. They did an awesome job! The second project was to install a French Drain to deal with a problem area that always ended up with standing water and mud when it rained. This was a laborious job, that also involved digging up a stepstone pathway in order to dig the French Drain and then to reinstall the stepstone pathway. It looks even better than it did before! I will definitely call on FRC Construction for any future projects I plan. They are prompt, professional, skilled, thorough, and have transformed my backyard. I highly recommend their work!"
Paver Pathway
Patio
Patio
Paver Patio
Patio

+72

Response time3 days
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Portland, OR

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 Portland, OR homeowners’ guide to gravel or loose fill paving installs, spreads or scrapes

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