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Geico Builders
5.0(
43
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Geico Builders did an amazing job on our bathroom remodel. From the first consultation to the final walkthrough, the team was prompt, professional, and easy to work with. They moved fast but still delivered excellent workmanship. The workers were polite and always cleaned up before heading out, which we really appreciated. Our bathroom looks beautiful now, and the whole project was completely stress-free thanks to them."
Composite Deck Replacement Trex
Full Backyard Remodel with Outdoor Kitchen
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Deck Replacement Composit
Composite Deck

+270

Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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System Pavers
4.7(
190
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"System Pavers is HIGHLY motivated and well optimized to make the sale – but they WILL NOT stand behind their “system.” If/when problems develop (even due to their own failures), you are on your own. After a very high-pressure sales pitch (disguised as a “design meeting”) with all the accoutrements (fancy PowerPoint demonstration, a copy of their very large surety bond, commitments that they will stand behind us, and a “discount” that magically expired the same day), System Pavers completed our $72k backyard paver project in September 2021. Over the next few weeks, the pavers began to separate, sag, and “crown.” Also, the drainage in many areas was toward the house, not away from it. They did come back a couple of times to remove pavers, recompact, and reset. However, when failures continued, they asked us to let the system fail for another year so they would only have to do a major rehabilitation once. When that year elapsed, they were nowhere to be found. Very difficult to get them to come back out. Then, instead of fixing the failed system, they had a soils engineer evaluate. The engineer’s report confirmed they did not properly prepare the subgrade. They recently sent an email essentially saying they didn’t want to keep spending money on their failed system. They also claimed the warrantee would not cover the repairs. They are simply walking away, leaving us with an unsafe, embarrassing backyard and a worthless major investment. What a joke. PLEASE DO NOT DO BUSINESS WITH THIS COMPANY."
Recommended by90%of homeowners
DAC LANDSCAPING
4.8(
51
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"DAC landscaping did an amazing job from start to finish, their attention to detail is incredible. We hired a designer for our oddly shaped yard and they worked with our designer to ensure all the nitty gritty details were decided and buildable. In the end, I'm extremely happy with the craftsmanship and outcome. They truly take their time to select the best materials and over-engineer to increase longevity. Would definitely hire again."
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Custom Exteriors Inc
4.7(
172
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Once again, we had an excellent experience with Custom Exteriors. 11 years ago, we purchased Milgard windows for the whole house from Custom Exteriors which included a lifetime warranty. Overall, we've been happy with the windows. But recently one of the window's metal crank mechanisms broke. First, we called Milgard, but they were giving us the run around. We next called Custom Exteriors and talked with Chris the Service Coordinator. We explained the situation and how Milgard wasn't being helpful. Despite Custom Exteriors not working with Milgard windows anymore, Chris still agreed to send out a couple of service guys to fix the window. We told Chris that we would be happy to pay for one additional window crank to be replaced since it's the same age as the one that broke. Chris said that Custom Exteriors would replace that crank for free as well even though it wasn't broken. It's been a few days since both windows' cranks were replaced, and everything is working great. Thank you, Chris, and Custom Exteriors!"
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Tamate Landscaping
4.9(
15
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

With over 25 years of experience in creating residential gardens, Tamate Landscaping in San Francisco can transform your yard into a delightful escape from the fast-paced outside world. Any yard - large or small - can become a peaceful oasis with the powerful influence of the art of landscape design and the use of natural elements such as water features, stone, and rock work. You can recharge your spirit, add value to your home, and create a beautiful living space with a unique Asian-inspired or Japanese garden.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Green Planet Remodeling
4.7(
294
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Green Planet Remodeling just completed our kitchen remodel and we couldn’t be happier with the results. They were upfront about costs, stuck to the schedule, and the quality of their work was excellent. The design process was collaborative — they really took the time to understand how we use our kitchen and gave us suggestions that made a big difference (hello, hidden spice rack!). They handled everything with professionalism and made what I thought would be a chaotic process feel pretty stress-free. No hidden fees, no runarounds, just good people doing great work!"
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in San Francisco, CA

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 San Francisco, CA homeowners’ guide to gravel or loose fill paving installs, spreads or scrapes

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