Asphalt & Concrete Contractor. Driveways, Concrete Aprons, Asphalt/Concrete Driveway Additions, Asphalt Sealcoating, Patios, Sidewalks and more. Stamped & Colored Concrete also Available.
"Everything was completed in 1 day. The finished product is perfect! They did a great job!"
Jamie K on November 2024
Asphalt & Concrete Contractor. Driveways, Concrete Aprons, Asphalt/Concrete Driveway Additions, Asphalt Sealcoating, Patios, Sidewalks and more. Stamped & Colored Concrete also Available.
"Everything was completed in 1 day. The finished product is perfect! They did a great job!"
Jamie K on November 2024
Blackjacks is a family owned business that is dedicated to helping its customers perserve and maintain there asphalt driveways and asphalt parking lots at a fair and reasonable price. All work is guaranteed. from sealcoating to complete replacements Always give group discounts. Spring, Summer, Fall, specials available.
"They were communicative and polite."
Kim L on August 2024
Blackjacks is a family owned business that is dedicated to helping its customers perserve and maintain there asphalt driveways and asphalt parking lots at a fair and reasonable price. All work is guaranteed. from sealcoating to complete replacements Always give group discounts. Spring, Summer, Fall, specials available.
"They were communicative and polite."
Kim L on August 2024
All Season Flooring & More LLC is a reputable flooring company that offers a wide range of flooring solutions to meet the needs of residential and commercial customers. With 20 years of experience in the industry, they have built a strong reputation for providing high-quality products and exceptional customer service.
"The crew from All Seasons Flooring and More rebuilt one chimney from the roof up and repaired two other chimneys. They put new caps on the chimneys. The crew did an excellent job on absolutely all the work they did. They were conscious, timely, communicative, thorough, professional and a pleasure to work with. I strongly recommend them for any masonry or flooring jobs. They’re truly top notch."
Richard G on May 2024
All Season Flooring & More LLC is a reputable flooring company that offers a wide range of flooring solutions to meet the needs of residential and commercial customers. With 20 years of experience in the industry, they have built a strong reputation for providing high-quality products and exceptional customer service.
"The crew from All Seasons Flooring and More rebuilt one chimney from the roof up and repaired two other chimneys. They put new caps on the chimneys. The crew did an excellent job on absolutely all the work they did. They were conscious, timely, communicative, thorough, professional and a pleasure to work with. I strongly recommend them for any masonry or flooring jobs. They’re truly top notch."
Richard G on May 2024
AJJ Gomez Solid Rock, we dedicate to create outdoor living spaces, water features, & lawn maintance. We have 10 years of experience, and we are owner-operated.
"I would happily recommend their services. Awesome father and sons team. I had an amazing experience with this company. I was so pleased with the beautiful landscaping in my front yard. They went above and beyond to answer any questions or concerns I may have had. Quality of work is impeccable. One time both days and cleaned up afterwards. I can’t say enough good things about Jorge and the team. Thank you guys so much for a job well done. I will be contacting this company for future projects"
Linda N on April 2024
AJJ Gomez Solid Rock, we dedicate to create outdoor living spaces, water features, & lawn maintance. We have 10 years of experience, and we are owner-operated.
"I would happily recommend their services. Awesome father and sons team. I had an amazing experience with this company. I was so pleased with the beautiful landscaping in my front yard. They went above and beyond to answer any questions or concerns I may have had. Quality of work is impeccable. One time both days and cleaned up afterwards. I can’t say enough good things about Jorge and the team. Thank you guys so much for a job well done. I will be contacting this company for future projects"
Linda N on April 2024
Additional DBA - Assured Asphalt Corpo.
"This company is a swindler. The guy that talks to you is super nice, but the product you receive is garbage. I was part of the Kilmer Park road reconstruction project where they were hired to replace the aprons of driveway that were affected by the construction. Unfortunately I took advantage of the "deal" they offered to replace the rest of the driveway for cheaper since they were there, and I really wish I hadn't. From the first couple days after the job, I already noticed water pooling in the driveway, then after the recommended days of not parking on it, our vehicles still left tire imprints where we parked them. A small amount of gas spilled in one spot, and it ate all the way through to the dirt. I thought I was crazy about how fast the driveway was disintegrating, but I hired a professional seal coat company to try and mitigate the destruction, and they agreed it was a terrible job. I tried contacting the company afterwards with my concerns and was never responded to. All in all, never hire this awful company."
Brent G on October 2020
Additional DBA - Assured Asphalt Corpo.
"This company is a swindler. The guy that talks to you is super nice, but the product you receive is garbage. I was part of the Kilmer Park road reconstruction project where they were hired to replace the aprons of driveway that were affected by the construction. Unfortunately I took advantage of the "deal" they offered to replace the rest of the driveway for cheaper since they were there, and I really wish I hadn't. From the first couple days after the job, I already noticed water pooling in the driveway, then after the recommended days of not parking on it, our vehicles still left tire imprints where we parked them. A small amount of gas spilled in one spot, and it ate all the way through to the dirt. I thought I was crazy about how fast the driveway was disintegrating, but I hired a professional seal coat company to try and mitigate the destruction, and they agreed it was a terrible job. I tried contacting the company afterwards with my concerns and was never responded to. All in all, never hire this awful company."
Brent G on October 2020
Visit our 12-acre nursery, landscape and garden center to enjoy one of the largest selections of nursery stock, landscape supplies, gardening gifts and other items in the midwest. We stock over 12,000 different and inspiring garden products. Enjoy shopping at Otten Bros. in an all-season, all-weather greenhouse and garden center.
Visit our 12-acre nursery, landscape and garden center to enjoy one of the largest selections of nursery stock, landscape supplies, gardening gifts and other items in the midwest. We stock over 12,000 different and inspiring garden products. Enjoy shopping at Otten Bros. in an all-season, all-weather greenhouse and garden center.
"Very poor communication regarding driveway design before installation. Final layout was very poorly designed and NO DRAWING was shown to owner for approval prior to installation. Omann rep claimed their sales rep did show us a drawing and seemed to imply that we were lying. Very odd, small unusable section of driveway was mysteriously added to side of driveway without consultation to owner. Company representative had no explanation. Very difficult to reach and slow response time. Not willing to offer any solution and accepted no responsibility. They are threatening to go to small claims court. Be very aware before signing contract! P.S. Edge of driveway is already cracking - installed Aug. 2018 - and company rep ignored it."
joe p on September 2018
"Very poor communication regarding driveway design before installation. Final layout was very poorly designed and NO DRAWING was shown to owner for approval prior to installation. Omann rep claimed their sales rep did show us a drawing and seemed to imply that we were lying. Very odd, small unusable section of driveway was mysteriously added to side of driveway without consultation to owner. Company representative had no explanation. Very difficult to reach and slow response time. Not willing to offer any solution and accepted no responsibility. They are threatening to go to small claims court. Be very aware before signing contract! P.S. Edge of driveway is already cracking - installed Aug. 2018 - and company rep ignored it."
joe p on September 2018
Small family run bussiness . Jobs Pd on delevery ,Signed contract,50% down and bal as in contract. 30 days max. Latter of credit for large projects
Small family run bussiness . Jobs Pd on delevery ,Signed contract,50% down and bal as in contract. 30 days max. Latter of credit for large projects
We are a family owned business with 6 fulltime employess, we specialize in restoration, and new concrete and landscape projects throughout the metro.
"Tracer determined a dry creek bed would correct the wet area in our back yard. They completed the work, adding a rock pile in front of the dry creek bed, which was not agreed upon. This solution did not fix the problem. Our back yard is still wet, grass does not grow and it is very unsightly. When we contacted Tracer landscaping they were resistive to listen and correct the problem stating it was not their issue. The representative has abandoned our project, has not returned phone calls and we are seeking a different landscaping company for help to correct. Our back yard is a mess! The french drain was not installed correctly and we struggled to get sod to grow. Again Tracer landscaping stated it was not their problem. I would not recommend this landscaping company for any project."
Jeanne M on April 2021
We are a family owned business with 6 fulltime employess, we specialize in restoration, and new concrete and landscape projects throughout the metro.
"Tracer determined a dry creek bed would correct the wet area in our back yard. They completed the work, adding a rock pile in front of the dry creek bed, which was not agreed upon. This solution did not fix the problem. Our back yard is still wet, grass does not grow and it is very unsightly. When we contacted Tracer landscaping they were resistive to listen and correct the problem stating it was not their issue. The representative has abandoned our project, has not returned phone calls and we are seeking a different landscaping company for help to correct. Our back yard is a mess! The french drain was not installed correctly and we struggled to get sod to grow. Again Tracer landscaping stated it was not their problem. I would not recommend this landscaping company for any project."
Jeanne M on April 2021
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"High quality, comfortable furniture. We have returned twice to purchase matching pieces."
Sara D on July 2018
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"High quality, comfortable furniture. We have returned twice to purchase matching pieces."
Sara D on July 2018
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.