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Top-Rated Gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape pros in San-Luis-Rey - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Juan's Tree Service & Landscaping
Juan's Tree Service & Landscaping
4.8(
59
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving San-Luis-Rey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Juan and his team work incredibly efficiently. They get the job done on time or ahead of schedule. If something doesn’t seem right, they fix it no questions asked. There are certainly areas of needed improvement, but I would definitely hire them again. Areas for improvement are: Cleanliness: I expect the job site to be cleaned up at the end of each day. We have young kids and unfortunately a lot of trash and sharp tools (such as razor blades) were left about the job site every day. Quality: While they would fix things that were pointed out, the finish work or craftsmanship lacks finesse. Things like turf edging, walls, and pathways not being straight. Something I’m frankly surprised was so prevalent even after I expressed the importance of this on multiple occasions. Ground cover installed very thin so weed barrier still shows through in many places. I’m grateful for all the hard work and I would encourage the above points to be improved to strengthen the business and quality."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by73%of homeowners
Accurate Grading and Demolition, Inc.
4.3(
26
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving San-Luis-Rey, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"AGD did a fantastic job on our paver walkway. We have a newer construction home that had a concrete walkway and a very odd shaped driveway that makes it unusable for parking two cars. I called AGD to get a quote to tear out the concrete walkway, install pavers, and put pavera down next to our driveway to make it usable for two cars. Several other contractors said the job was "too small", and wouldn't even coke look at it. Not AGD... Kameron was very knowledgeable, friendly and more than helpful. They did a great job that we are very happy with, and have gotten many compliments on it already. They are very busy, so you may have to wait a few weeks for them to start the job, but that just means they do great work and are in high demand. Would highly recommend."
Response time2 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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JULIAN MDS ASPHALT WORKS
5.0(
12
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving San-Luis-Rey, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mike and his crew with Julian Asphalt are topnotch! I use him for cement pads, new asphalt, splat seals, grading, gravel, and just anything and everything asphalt, cement, or gravel. The BEST company and a man with integrity."
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+38

Response time5 hrs
Response rate92%
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Marblecare of San Diego
4.6(
133
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving San-Luis-Rey, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We initially hired Joe to clean and seal the kitchen granite countertops, but then he said he did tile and patio work as well so what started out as a small project became big. Joe was great, honest and friendly. The work is great and I would definitely hire him again."
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Down Under Services
4.4(
303
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving San-Luis-Rey, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Started off well by actually calling to say would be late at first (see the property to bid) apmt.  I appreciated the timely heads up. Communicates well.  We came to agreement of $790 for the job entailing 3 men to work about 8 hours,
and scheduled the work to be done a couple of weeks later.  I was pleased to receive an official quote by email, with explicit terms.  Replied with clarification.  Oscar replied, yes he had forgotten that.  Also his understanding had been that the above ground pool would be discarded, but actually the previous residents wanted to have it.  Oscar said it would be more work to dismantle it for reuse rather than just tear it down, and suggested that I ask the pool owners to pay the $60 more it would cost.  It was agreed.  I signed and email-returned the contract. Oscar emailed to remind me they would arrive in the morning at 7 am. They arrived about 7:15 and worked hard and wisely! (Extremely hot and humid day!)  Oscar said the pool owner came by and decided to discard the pool after all.  The job was finished in under 8 hours.  Well done!
I discussed with Oscar the possibility of his team doing our regular gardening on a weekly basis.  We came to agreement.  
We are also looking forward to planning the redesigning of the landscaping.
I was surprised to be asked for a check at the completion of the job, since my recollection of the contract terms had specified that an invoice would be sent, to be paid by mail (or credit card if arranged in advance).  In fact, I just now received the emailed invoice (with a balance due of $0).  No problem though, just surprised.
I highly recommend Down Under Services performed by Oscar and his team."
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Seth Hohn Trenching
5.0(
7
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving San-Luis-Rey, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We were very lucky to find Seth and his crew. The quote that he gave us was fair and more than reasonable. As we moved forward with the project, there were several things that we wanted to add or change, and every time his response was "no problem ". And always with a smile and good attitude. Will definitely be calling him back for any future projects. Our job turned out fantastic! Definitely recommend them."
Shaping the land!
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+2

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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California Smartscape
4.4(
221
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving San-Luis-Rey, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We are so pleased with our new backyard! We have so much more usable space, and less grass to water. Andrew was awesome to work with for the design aspect. Saul and his crew did an amazing job - hardest working guys I have ever seen. They demolished an existed cement patio, installed pavers, moved 2 big pygmy date palms, installed gas lines, put in new drip system, installed new sod. We had a few plants not make it and they were quick to get them replaced. We highly recommend California Smartscape and will use them again when we do our front yard."
Del Sur - Outdoor Living in Style
Santaluz - Cobalt Accented Outdoor Living Area with Fire Pit Seating
Santaluz - Elegant Stone Backyard Escape
Fairbanks Ranch / Pacific Highlands Ranch - Modern Outdoor Living
Encinitas - Mediterranean Retreat

+222

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Apollo Pavers
3.9(
23
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving San-Luis-Rey, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

"We felt we received a very fair price, particularly with the 25% discount that was available at the time we contacted Apollo. We visited Apollo's studio and were able to select from a wide variety of pavers and manufacturers.  We also appreciated the advice we received from the office staff there.  Apollo Owner Jose Cuellar and Jesus (the project manager) personally reviewed the daily work to assure it was done properly.  They also were very informative when we asked them for advice on certain issues, for instance, which sealer to use.  The work was done by very conscientious demolition and paver installation crews.  Demolition can be noisy and dusty, but the crew told us what to expect each day and carefully cleaned up the work site at the end of the day.  The paver installation crew was very professional and very attentive to detail - we ended up with a beautiful job.
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Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Just Do It Builders Inc
4.4(
215
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving San-Luis-Rey, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I bought an Angie's list deal for dry wall repair but really they just spread some spackle on it and left it rough. I had to scrape off the blobs of spackle left on the ceiling. My boyfriend could have done the same job. I wanted them to actually replace the dry wall where it was cracking. Mainly they wanted to sell me more jobs and pushed me to sign on with them to get new insulation in the attic. I had them give me an estimate on rain gutters while they were here. Their estimate/prices are very high. I think they have to pay for all those people manning the phones. It sounds like a boiler room when they call."
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Recommended by70%of homeowners
S & S Blacktop
3.8(
13
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving San-Luis-Rey, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

S & S Blacktop is locally owned and operated, with over 31 years of residential and commercial experience. We have the skills and experience to tackle jobs of all sizes. We keep your vision in mind at all times and pride ourselves on our great customer service! Our reputation for listening and problem solving precedes us. We have an expert eye for detail and troubleshooting, as well as being able to work out the best solution for the client. So if details matter and you want someone who listens then, we would like you to be our next happy customer! Call for your free estimate today!

Response time4 days
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in San-Luis-Rey, CA

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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