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Collins & Son's Driveways
5.0(
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Serving Salem, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They did a very good job on the repairs to our driveway. Nice people to deal with. We are very satisfied. Would recommend them."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate89%
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Murphy Excavation & Contracting, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Salem, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Murphy excavation is a great company to work with. They do outstanding work for a really good price. I will be recommending him to any friend or family member that needs any type of excavation services. Thanks Doug!"
Response time7 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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American Custom Homes
5.0(
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Serving Salem, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Absolutely perfect, imagine remodeling your kitchen and knowing what you want and actually getting what you want right in front of your eyes.
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12x6 Travertine hand cut
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Stanley's Home Improvement
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Serving Salem, IL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was apparent they were very skilled. They quickly dropped the huge limbs without a scratch on the house, fence or sheds surrounding the tree. They arrived on time and cleaned the area to my satisfaction before leaving. And they were competetively priced! I can't say enough good things about this company."
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Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Steve's Paving &Sealcoat Service
New to Angi

Serving Salem, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Tri-County Seal Coating - Home Facebook
New to Angi

Serving Salem, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Our top priority is your complete satisfaction. We achieve this through attention to detail and customer interaction at every step of the process. We have a wealth of experience and pride ourselves on our professionalism and our dedication to meeting the deadlines set by our customers. Tri-County offers a wide range of asphalt protection, repair and improvement services. There is no job too big or too small for our team. Call us today!

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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Salem, IL

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.

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