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AJM LAND PROS LLC
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Showed up very professional, got the job done in a timely fashion and checked up through the process of the job to make sure it was getting done the way I wanted. Would highly reccommend to others looking for any prep work or landscaping needs"
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NLS Services
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As a military family, we have to rely on reviews to find good companies. I am happy to say that the positive reviews of Northern Light Structures are on par. In an area that has many unprofessional contractors, it was nice to find one that I can put my trust in. For those of you who are military spouses, this company will be a useful tool while the husband is away. I will use Northern Light Structures in the future for those jobs that just can't wait for a deployment to end. I am very happy with my experience with this company."
32x44garage
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Atlas Landscape Design
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Owner of this business consulted and explained what products would work best with renovating & repairing slate steps, based on my price point. Work was completed in a timely fashion. The owner was very polite , has exemplary customer service skills, knowledgeable of stone products and showed up each day, as promised, until job was completed."
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Louis Hill Paving
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Gravel or Loose Fill Paving - Install, Spread or Scrape

Serving Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Here at Hill Driveway Maintenance, we proudly serve our central New York clients needs with the quality they have come to expect from us after so many years of reliable service. Give us a call today for all of your asphalt paving needs! Thank you in advance for your consideration.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Syracuse, NY

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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