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Avatar for Horizon Landscaping Designs LLC
Horizon Landscaping Designs LLC
4.9(
104
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Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was very happy and satisfied with the contractor, crew and completed job. The permeable walkway installed looks beautiful. I highly recommend this company."
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+98

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Benitez Landscape & Design
4.9(
41
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Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"David was very fast to respond to me request and stopped by within 20 minutes. David gave me a great price and his team did a great job taking down our large tree. I added a few bushes to be removed while they were cutting down the big tree and David and his crew did it the same day. They cleaned up my yard and you never knew anyone had been there. I will use Benitez Landscaping and design fir all my out door needs."
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Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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GROUND EFFECTS Landscape Construction Inc.
5.0(
58
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Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh evaluated the job, made suggestions, gave me a quote and proceeded to do all the earth moving and readiness for a large steel building. He oversaw all the leveling with transits, backfill and compaction, gravel fill and placement of the pavers. He suggested decorative patterns, color schemes with different block and installed all of it in a timely manner. He was professional from start to finish. This is not the first time we have used Ground Effects and they continue to impress us with their level of perfection and attention to detail. We have recommended them many times to our friends and people in our field. We are real estate investors so we see this kind of work frequently and it can be very "suspect" if not completed properly. Top marks to Josh and his crew for another great job, its stunning!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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HEMAX Construction Services & Landscaping LLC
4.8(
192
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Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hemax performed a drainage improvement project in conjunction with a complete driveway replacement. The project turned out excellent. On time, professional and knowledgeable crews. Henry Cruz is an excellent project manager. He provides extra value to the job with his insightful ideas. Price was fair and there was no pressure to increase it; only truly valuable recommendations. I poured about 50 gallons of water down the driveway and was very pleased with the improved grading of the driveway and the functionality of the catch basin. The drainage improvement and driveway both look great and I look forward to many years of enjoying the added functionality they provide. Money well spent on a job well done."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Salzano Custom Concrete
4.9(
206
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Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I am very pleased with the entire process working with Salzano Custom Concrete. With this being my first cement project, I truly appreciated the communication when I had a question or change in color/pattern. The entire Salzano staff was informative, thorough, and flexible from the first estimate to the final product. Everything looks great! Thanks again!"
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Groff Landscape Design LLC
5.0(
84
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Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We engaged with Groff for our large backyard hardscape, small pool and landscaping project in 2021-2022. The process from start to finish was simply the best contractor experience we have had. Design: Sean with the design team was incredibly skilled, detail-oriented and accommodating. Easily worked with us down to minute details, and offered great advice. Quinn with landscape design, similar, he met with us in the early stages and reviewed everything from botany, drainage, and meeting our unique needs. The estimating and contract were clear, accurate, and constantly up to date. Once handed to Josh and the actual build crew, the expertise continued. The crew was polite, hard-working, clean, and friendly. Clearly detailed oriented. We knew almost every day what the plan was and what was needed from us. As our project was mostly during the winter months, and while there were delays due to weather, these were expected and communicated extensively. The end product exceeded our expectations. There were no 'hidden' costs, as we thoroughly discussed and understood change orders as we went along. The personal attention from Jose, Josh, and Rob Groff was exemplary. Seriously cannot recommend Groff strongly enough. You will pay a premium for this level of work, it is a value in every imaginable way."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Apex Masonry LLC
5.0(
32
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Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Apex Masonry went above and beyond in responding to our needs and concerns. James Aguilera provided us a great amount of detail on how Apex would complete the project. He guided us through a painless process from estimate to job completion. The patio was carefully constructed with a durable gravel and sand foundation. The pavers were laid tight and level. The boarder has additional durability with a concrete foundation to prevent shifting. The front stoop looks better than ever! The steps have always been uneven with the first riser at about 3” and the second at about 9”. Peter, the project manager, skillfully demolished part of the first step and the forward edge of the second. The reconstruction resulted in two evenly sized steps. After repointing, the stoop looks incredibly revitalized and new. My wife and I are very pleased with Apex Masonry and highly recommend."
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Lewis Services, LLC
5.0(
23
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Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience. They did a great job and we are extremely pleased with the results. Our yard looks great. They trimmed all of the hedges and the shrubs, and cleaned up the garden beds and yard. We plan to hire again to do some landscaping as well as periodic garden and yard clean up. Great service and great prices. Bruce T"
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Capitol Hardscapes
4.9(
77
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Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent Results; The crew was very professional and they did an excellent job of cleaning up after the project. They demolished and removed both existing walkway from site; They furnished and installed reinforced concrete footing; They furnished and installed Pennsylvania flagstone for the porch and both walkways. The walkway steps that were constructed to address the considerable slope down to the back steps of the house were very well done and makes it a much more attractive and safer walkway. The porch and two walkways add signficantly to the curb appeal of our home. I would recommend Capitol Hardscapes to my friends and rate them A++."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Independence Landscape
4.9(
183
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Serving Sterling, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Ben, Connor, and the entire Independence Landscape Team are absolute masters at their craft and some of the most professional, responsive individuals I’ve ever worked on a project with. The job included designing/redoing our frontyard bed, installing downspouts, building a 330 square foot backyard patio bordered by a dry creek, installing natural stone steps leading up to the patio, and designing/executing new backyard landscape beds. Our backyard - which is on a slope and not a huge space to begin with - looks out onto a shared driveway. Given that, my wife and I struggled with how to create a sense of privacy in our backyard without having a fence installed. Of all the professionals we met with initially, Ben, our Project Manager and Connor, who did a lot of the design work, had the clearest vision of how to get it done. Both were mindful and in tune with what was important to my wife and I. Both were creative in working within the parameters of our space to deliver what is in my opinion, the very best job that anyone could have done. Big credit to the the teams that came out and did the work as well, Cheto included. The results are stunning and my wife and I couldn’t be happier."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Sterling, VA

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 Sterling, VA homeowners’ guide to gravel or loose fill paving installs, spreads or scrapes

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