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Avatar for CULTIV8 LANDSCAPE SERVICES
CULTIV8 LANDSCAPE SERVICES
4.7(
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Serving Sarasota, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We paid $1,100 for entire job on March 30. He did a good job on removing bushes, refreshing all the mulch, and trimming. This quote included installing plastic edging, which was poorly installed. It is already popping out of the ground. He didn't trim the tall palm or plant the 10 small Pentas & said he'd return. We had to nag him for weeks to finish the job. In the photo, you can see that the plants were placed on top of the soil in the mulch. A hole was not dug for each of the plants. I had to go back, dig a hole, and plant nearly every Penta that he "planted." They were starting to die, and I couldn't figure out why until I pushed the mulch back. Also, we agreed on a monthly fee to maintain the area and haven't seen him since."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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EVEREADY HAULING
5.0(
14
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Serving Sarasota, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Emergency services offered

"We were on a short turn schedule due to another contractor falling out and spoke to the owner Scott Seddon. He was extremely responsive to our request and gave us multiple options to complete within a two-three day time frame. He mentioned the high and low price proposal and explained he would not know until he was able to survey. We thought that would mean we would be paying the high price. We were extremely pleasantly surprised. His men were out exactly on time and with the proper equipment. They also brought out extra gear just in case. They surveyed the job and made several great recommendations. They completed the trail perfectly and also made sure to spread the excess dirt evenly. They walked the entire ground with us and made sure we were happy with every aspect of the job. The best part was they charged us the very lowest quote they had provided us. Very Professional and would use them again in a second."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Just Sod
4.8(
23
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Serving Sarasota, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We've lived in our house for 20 years, and the grass in our back yard was dead from dogs and rabbits. I found Just Sod on Yelp, and left a message for Justin on Wednesday afternoon at 3:00. He called me at 6:00 that evening, arrived by 6:30, and sent me an estimate by 9:00 the same night. The work was originally scheduled for Saturday (2 days later), but had to be rescheduled for the following Thursday due to snow. They came on Thursday promptly at 8:00, installed sod on two terraces, 4-5 tons of rock around our patio, a Breeze pathway, and a temporary fence to keep our dog off the sod. They were very organized, finished by 5:00, and cleaned up when they were done. They did everything we expected them to do, and everything looks great. I will also add here that my husband is a general contractor with high expectations. Jason and the Just Sod crew met his expectations, and we are both very happy with the quality of their work."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MASTER GARDENER LANDSCAPING ENTERPRISES, INC.
4.7(
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Serving Sarasota, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Our small front yard needed a complete redesign. First Eric, the company owner, came by and gave me a design, with specifics, an estimate and dates. Overall, Eric told us what he was going to do and he did it in a timely fashion. Anytime he wasn't going to show up, he called us frequently and kept us updated. He is a very good communicator, which is key in any business. Though they specialize in smaller jobs, he seems to have a bank of related contractors when and if any heavy equipment type work is needed, or if he needs specialty plants brought in. The result was a beautiful front yard that draws compliments from friends and acquaintances, with beautiful, heat resistant plants that are appropriate for the setting."
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Sarasota, FL

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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