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All 4 Masonry LLC
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Serving Scranton, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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"Great transparency and professionalism. They were very knowledgeable on how to properly perform my project in my backyard. Would definitely recommend."
Chimney rebuild
Chimney rebuild
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Retaining wall

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Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Proteus Services
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Serving Scranton, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Everything went extremely well, the guys arrived on time and were courtious of my time and space each day they worked. I'd use them again for my next remodeling project."
Spring clean up, weeding, mulching
Living room - removed carpet, painted, installed new flooring and trim
Spring clean up, weeding, mulching
Kitchen- removed wall paper and vinyl flooring. Painted, installed new trim and flooring
Spring clean up, weeding, mulching

+13

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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CM Earthworks
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Serving Scranton, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very pleased with the work completed. He stuck to the contract as stated. Demo'd the old barn with precision, graded the area and we had topsoil delivered which he offered to spread without added cost."
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Response time2 days
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Michael Maldonado
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Serving Scranton, PA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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Maldonado Lawns is a Lawn care and Landscape contractor providing service in the NEPA area. From basic lawn care service to full landscape projects, and snow removal, plowing, and surface treatment during the winter season. Pa. Licensed and Insured.

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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Scranton, PA

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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