Gravel & Decomposed Granite Installation

Picking the right material for the job

Decomposed granite compacts into a firm, natural-looking surface that works well for paths and patios, and stabilized versions hold up better to foot traffic and water. Pea gravel is round and loose, comfortable for decorative beds but harder to walk on and furniture can sink in. Crushed gravel locks together and suits driveways and drainage areas. An installer can show you samples in different colors so you can see how they look against your house and plants.

The base and the edging do the real work

Loose stone sits on a prepared base of compacted aggregate, with fabric to block weeds and keep layers separate. The surface is graded to shed water away from the house and finished with a roller or plate compactor. Edging keeps the material from spreading into lawns and beds, and it makes cleanup much easier. Skipping the base or the edging often leads to ruts, puddles and weeds within a season. Order a small extra amount of material for repairs, because matching color and size later can be difficult once the original supply runs out.

Care and what to expect over the years

Gravel and decomposed granite surfaces need occasional raking, a top-up every few years and spot weeding. Leaves and debris should be blown off before they decompose and feed weeds. Stabilized surfaces resist erosion and wheelchair tires, but they are less forgiving of heavy equipment. Ask for a maintenance tip sheet, and plan on keeping a small amount of spare material for repairs. Order a small extra amount of material for repairs, because matching color and size later can be difficult once the original supply runs out.

Outdoor Lighting

Path lights, string lights, and full low-voltage landscape lighting systems, wired and buried cl…

Lawn Mowing & Edging

Mowed, edged, blown, and cleaned up — a crisp lawn on the schedule that suits you.

Bush & Hedge Trimming

Hedges, shrubs, and ornamentals shaped and tidied, with all the clippings hauled away.

Yard Cleanup & Weeding

Leaves, weeds, branches, and debris cleared and hauled to bring your yard back to life.

Irrigation & Sprinkler Installation, Repair

A new in-ground irrigation system installed, code-required backflow preventer included, or broke…

Artificial Turf Installation

Synthetic turf installed over a prepped base — a permanent, low-maintenance lawn.

Tree Trimming

Shaping and deadwood removal for trees up to a moderate size and height.

Mulching & Bed Refresh

Garden beds weeded, edged, and refreshed with new mulch.

Fertilization & Weed Control

A seasonal lawn treatment program — fertilizer and targeted weed control.