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TS Custom Construction
5.0(
8
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving Riverside, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Uses the best materials available and stronger than normal concrete 5 bag mix. Attention to the smallest detail to make sure the job is perfect. Workers are highly skilled and have been doing this work for a very long time some their whole life. I highly recommend them. Very reasonable cost for the best quality work available. I am very proud of my new driveway."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hattz Dirt Works
5.0(
3
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving Riverside, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great job. Also doing fence repair included in this price. I paid more than he asked because he went the extra mile . Very good and pleasant to do business with him and his workers. Highly recommend and would hire again."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Ace Asphalt
3.9(
11
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving Riverside, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Driveway looks awesome, work was done quickly. IMPORTANT!!!! Treat your driveway with grass killer before they start. Ace does not put any treatment on the area to be paved/chip-sealed/etc. so you will have grass growing through your new driveway within a day if you don't treat it. I would also suggest that you ask them to provide a small amount of extra material so that you can address any light coverage areas where heavy traffic may expose base or tar. My driveway was around 200 yards, with a wide parking area near the garage. Since the cars and trucks remain around the garage area, a small amount of extra rock would be good for touching up areas that are exposed when wheels are turned while vehicles are stationary."
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Asphalt Recap
Asphalt paving
All Star Chevrolet
All Star Chevrolet

+7

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Riverside, TX

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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