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Avatar for Central Coast Engineering & Development INC
Central Coast Engineering & Development INC
5.0(
13
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"My project was regrading a serverely washed out baserock driveway and having a culvert/water diversion channel installed. The job was done on time, in an expert manner with attention to detail. I am 100% satisfied with the work that was done!"
Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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V&M Landscaping
5.0(
13
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"V & M landscaping did a fantastic job on our redwood deck,small fence and front yard landscape project. They were on time, professional and responsive to any questions. Wonderful hard working team for maintenance or landscaping project."
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Response time6 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carlos J Romero Grading and Paving Contractors, Inc.
5.0(
2
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

Response time1 day
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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C-GEN
New to Angi

Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time2 hrs
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System Pavers
4.7(
190
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"After doing quite a bit of research into walkway installation companies, we selected System Pavers for our front walkway and landing project. System Pavers had great reviews and one of their Designers, CC, came to our home to help scope out the project. She has been highly communicative throughout the design process, which we appreciated. When we got closer to the installation date, her partner and project Manager, Bailey, stopped by as well to go over the final details. We appreciated the white-glove service throughout and are pleased with out the project turned out. We highly recommend System Pavers! "
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Sureshine Marble And Stone Care & Restoration Services
4.8(
257
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Ted McFadden of Sureshine did an excellent job on my countertop. I chipped the edge of the countertop and was certain it was not fixable. Ted completed the work Saturday. He arrived on time, brought the proper equipment, fixed the chip and repaired the grout behind the countertop. He also found a small crack in the corner of the granite and repaired that as well. The job was not inexpensive, however I paid a very high price for the countertop and it needed a real craftsman for the job. I would hire this company again for any stone or granite work. Thank you Sureshine. Susie"
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Unique Concrete Creations
5.0(
18
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"<p>Unique Concrete is an excellent company.  We were referred to Ignacio one of the owners by our designer.  My husband pushed me to go with a cheaper contractor.  What a mess, the owner never showed up, the work was not done correctly and the footings for the travertine patio were poured with cement from a wheelbarrow. I felt like I needed to be outside overseeing the job constantly.  One evening while traveling I got a call that the contractor had by accident broken our gas line - he said he had capped it off.  But, due to my inability to trust him I called a plumber to go out immediately.  I questioned why he told me this at 7pm?</p> <p> I was not only uncomfortable with the work but not happy with the type of individuals the contractor was sending to our home.  </p> <p>I spoke with the designer and put a stop on the job, the same day - embarrassed I called Ignacio from Unique Concrete Creations - told him how unhappy I was and he came over within an hour. The job was on a hillside with lots of retaining walls. Ignacio recommended that I call calstone who was provider of the allen block wall to come out and see what they thought about the installation, this was the support for me to know it was time to remove the original contractor, the walls were being installed and had been installed incorrectly.  Calstone and Ignacio worked together to set up a plan to repair the work.  Ignacio took control and helped every step of the way, he let me know if we needed more product or if we would need to change something which would add cost each time allowing me to approve all cost increases.  In terms of setting up the travertine patio he took out the poor foundation and brought in a truck to poor foundation all around the patio with deeper footings at the hillside.  Everything was done so expert, all the individuals who work for Unique Concrete are professional, many of them family members.  </p> <p>Ignacio took care of approvals for the gas line and my meter upgrade due to and upgrade in gas lines for our outdoor BQ and ultimate fireplace.  He also measured all my spaces and MDA to make sure we met the city's requirements and set up those appointments and made sure everything worked according to permits.  I would highly recommend Unique Concrete Creations.  I will never consider another company regarding my backyard work they are excellent and do long lasting work.  </p> Going with a cheaper contractor in the beginning is sunk cost and a waste of time and effort, dealing with that contractor and having to get rid of him took years off my life, life is too short.  Hire contractors who know what they are doing you cannot go wrong hiring Unique Concrete Creations.  I cannot wait to be finished and have the whole group over for a BQ they all feel like part of our family. <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
DAC LANDSCAPING
4.8(
51
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Serving Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had a great experience with Custom Exteriors!  My wife met Grayeagle, their sales rep, through other friends.  We were in the market for windows and asked him to give us a quote, with the understanding that we were also getting quotes from other vendors. We did our homework and learned as much as we could about the available windows.  Ultimately, Custom Exteriors gave us a very competitive quote on Anlin windows and we decided to go with them.  It took about three weeks for the windows to be produced and then their crew, led by Manny came in and installed 16 windows.  One of the windows was a bit complicated over our kitchen sink and another involved actually expanding the size of the opening because we wanted a larger window installed over our bathtub.  There was a combination of retrofit and new construction windows that we ordered.   <br /> Everything was installed beautifully and the whole job was done in 2 days.  The crew was profession and cleaned up very well.  We have noticed a tremendous improvement in the comfort of our home which was cold and drafty with our previous windows. <br /> We would highly recommend Custom Exteriors! <br />"
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Green Planet Remodeling
4.7(
294
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I’ve worked with a few contractors over the years and can say without a doubt that Green Planet Remodeling stands out for their reliability and attention to detail. They remodeled our kids’ bathroom — new tub, tile, flooring, vanity, the whole deal — and it came out better than I imagined. Every step of the process felt well-organized, and the project manager kept us updated daily. We never felt like we were in the dark or wondering what was happening. The end result is a bathroom that’s both functional and really beautiful. No surprises, no stress. That’s rare with home improvement!"
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA homeowners’ guide to gravel or loose fill paving installs, spreads or scrapes

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