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Oaks and Sons Outdoor Services
4.7(
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Serving Carmel, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I wanted to wait a bit before reviewing to see how the material has held up and it's been fantastic. LT repaired our flood damaged driveway with TxDOT quality gravel base vs. just junk like some fly-by-night firms. We've had heavy rains in the two weeks since and the base has been almost as firm and dense as concrete! The best thing is the fact that Tim and his brother Ray both are excellent communicators- you are never left wondering about anything. They also discuss the project first and then have a professional final scope of work agreement that you don't sign or pay until then. That tells anyone that they have great relationships with their material providers. They were on time, even with challenging conditions. I AM bringing them back to do our concrete driveway once we get some other key work done."
Response time2 days
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Stavros Lawn Service
4.7(
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Serving Carmel, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Needed fresh mulch installed and an area of my lawn/landscaping repaired after a sewer line replacement. They did top notch work and were very quick! Very satisfied!"
Response time2 days
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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The Ranches Landscaping, LLC
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Serving Carmel, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The owner, Jose, was great. He is professional, friendly, and kept us in the loop about what was going on. The work was done super fast and the price he quoted was almost half the price of the other quote I received. I recommend The Ranches Landscaping very highly."
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Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Williamson Landscaping, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Carmel, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David did a great job plowing the snow out of he driveway. He made sure that everything was to my satisfaction before leaving. I would highly recommend his services."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate91%
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A&R HOME AND GARDEN PLUS SERVICES LLC
4.8(
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Serving Carmel, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I was very impressed with the work, good communication throughout the project. Price was for construction of the stairs and purchase and installation of pavers and stone behind the home. I purchased timbers and bricks used on stairs."
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Response time4 days
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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Ranger Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Carmel, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I highly recommend Eric and his crew. They were on time, professional, personable, and truly worth their weight in gold. My driveway went from embarrassing to the buzz on Facebook."
Response time4 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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American EarthWorks
5.0(
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Serving Carmel, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional and excellent job with reasonable prices and they explained everything that went wrong with our sewer and plumbing system issues."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Indy Aces Construction
4.3(
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Serving Carmel, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had an old two story home demolished. They brought in dirt to level the area. He worked hard to be sure we had the end result we had hoped for!"
Response time1 day
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Recommended by77%of homeowners
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Carmel, IN

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.

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