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Avatar for R&D Lawn Care and Landscape
R&D Lawn Care and Landscape
2.9(
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Serving Shell Knob, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They arrived within an hour I would guess, which I would call prompt service. Seemed to share medical concern if I would need supplies or to get out. Genuine courteous. And the price was as quoted over the phone. Thank you. I would hire them again."
Response time1 day
55 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Stewart's Asphalt Paving
4.9(
20
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Serving Shell Knob, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had our driveway paved by Stewart's Asphalt. They are a second generation family owned and operated business. Very friendly and professional. I would definitely call on them in the future for other work. I highly recommend them for large and small jobs for ommercial or private homeowner pavement jobs."
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Asphalt
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+1

Response time3 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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DNS Excavation LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Shell Knob, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"David was the most wonderful and honest man that we have had the pleasure to work with. His crew went above and beyond our expectations on our front yard. And what is awesome about the whole experience is they communicated with us! David called the same day I made a request thru Angi. DNS will have our business whenever we need their service."
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+6

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Clover's Lawn and Landscaping
5.0(
4
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Serving Shell Knob, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Clover lawn called me within 24 hours of the request. They communicated regularly with me, gave me a very reasonable estimate and stayed in touch. The job was completed above and beyond expectations, they even did a final mow after the leaves were removed - even though it wasn't part of the original estimate, without an additional charge. The yard, flower beds and driveway were immaculate. Will use again, they are excellent and very nice people."
START RETAINNING WALL
 FINISHED DRIVEWAY
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+11

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Farley's Land Solutions
5.0(
1
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Serving Shell Knob, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Colton was very professional and knowledgeable. He completed the work that I needed done in a timely manner. Very good overalls experience working with him and I will definitely use him again for any projects that I have."
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Bowmans Gravel Works and Dirt Works
New to Angi

Serving Shell Knob, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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.\n

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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Shell Knob, MO

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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