What are some gravel alternatives for driveways?

• <div><p>If you’ve researched everything there is to know about gravel driveways and aren’t sold on the idea, you have options. Gravel <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/choosing-perfect-material-your-driveway.htm">alternative materials for driveways</a> include traditional options like concrete and asphalt. If you want the look of natural stone, stone pavers are another option that sometimes uses gravel around the pavers. For maximum drainage, permeable driveways or brick driveways are also popular choices.</p></div>

How much does it cost to build concrete porch steps?

• <div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-install-concrete-steps.htm">cost to build concrete porch steps</a> or order pre-fabricated steps is between <b>$1,000 and $5,000</b>, which is somewhat higher than the cost of building wooden porch steps. </p></div>

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Q: What are some gravel alternatives for driveways?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;ve researched everything there is to know about gravel driveways and aren&rsquo;t sold on the idea, you have options. Gravel <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/choosing-perfect-material-your-driveway.htm">alternative materials for driveways</a> include traditional options like concrete and asphalt. If you want the look of natural stone, stone pavers are another option that sometimes uses gravel around the pavers. For maximum drainage, permeable driveways or brick driveways are also popular choices.</p></div>

Q: Are concrete stairs cheaper than wood?

• <div><p>No, high labor costs and the project's complexity make concrete stairs more expensive than steel or wood stairs. Wood steps cost between<b> </b>$100 and $200 per step, including labor and materials, while concrete steps are about triple, at between $200 and $600 per step. Building codes may also have stricter requirements for concrete steps, as they&rsquo;re considered permanent, so you might also pay more for permits.</p></div>

Q: Do you need a concrete base for a pergola?

• <div><p>A concrete base&mdash;or concrete footings, more specifically&mdash;is necessary for a freestanding pergola build. A pergola is top-heavy and can&rsquo;t stand on its own, so it will always need some type of base or support. If you&rsquo;re attaching a pergola to a deck, the deck&rsquo;s supportive joists will act as the support, so there will be no concrete base or footings necessary.</p></div>

Q: What is the ideal distance between stepping stones?

• <div><p>About 6 inches between the edges of each stone in the sequence is common. Rather than sticking to 6 inches, some people measure the length of the entire path and adjust the space between stepping stones a couple of inches wider or narrower than 6 inches to make sure the entire path fits the length perfectly without having to cut a paver at either end. Other people prefer a design with a 24-inch distance from the center of one stone to the center of the next stone, which matches the stride of an average-sized person.</p></div>

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Reviewed in October 2023
Job was finished to our satisfaction.
Hayes Quality Painting
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Reviewed in July 2023
We had him do a huge concrete patio. He did a great job and we love it! Now, we are looking at having him extend our driveway. He is a very nice person, a hard worker, and cares about you & your project(s). I would recommend him!
Clark Fork Concrete Construction
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Reviewed in June 2017
Flawless, no hassle to me at all. Bonnie called to say Ken would be dropping off the heavy equipment the next day and he did. They said he would start the day after and he did. Ken walked the site with me, asked a lot of questions and looked at pictures of what I wanted. Then he and his son...
Ken's Excavating
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Reviewed in July 2014
Very well, patio looks nice.
Advanced Concrete
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Reviewed in November 2013
Front concrete patio; Rear patio/driveway; walkway of individual concrete steps. Included removal of substandard soils and bringing in gravel base. | |The quality and finish are high. No damage to adjacent walls and windows even in close proximity. Very responsive when we pointed out...
GMG General, Inc
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Reviewed in September 2013
They started earlier than expected, as I told them I was expecting company and hoped the job could be done by Aug 2. They were very prompt and professional, moving pots of plants and patio furniture before starting the priming. Worked late into the evenings on beautiful sunny days to complete...
NORTH POLE CONTRACTORS INC
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Reviewed in December 2012
This project went extremely well from start to finish. For the garden work, it was all manual labor. The guys that performed the work were tireless, even in the heat of early August. They were prompt, worked hard all day and did not work past normal quitting time, so they were done...
Sunshine Garden Services & Landscaping
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Reviewed in April 2011
When returning home, I couldn't open the entry door that goes into the house from the garage. I was able to gain entry into the house via the back patio door using my house key and tried to open the door into the garage from inside. Being a Friday night and after 6 pm I was quoted the...
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We are general contractors licensed, bonded, and insured with a residential endorsement (#117477) meaning that we can provide new construction, additions, remodels, and renovations. We provide all services related to the above from the ground up. We strive to provide a custom experience for each homeowner. We are a partnership business with a combined 25+ years of experience. Please call or email to set up a free estimate.

"Great! Case & Gamble were very professional and communicated well throughout the process. Would absolutely hire again."

Daniel J on May 2019

"Great! Case & Gamble were very professional and communicated well throughout the process. Would absolutely hire again."

Daniel J on May 2019

Patios questions, answered by experts

If you’ve researched everything there is to know about gravel driveways and aren’t sold on the idea, you have options. Gravel alternative materials for driveways include traditional options like concrete and asphalt. If you want the look of natural stone, stone pavers are another option that sometimes uses gravel around the pavers. For maximum drainage, permeable driveways or brick driveways are also popular choices.

No, high labor costs and the project's complexity make concrete stairs more expensive than steel or wood stairs. Wood steps cost between $100 and $200 per step, including labor and materials, while concrete steps are about triple, at between $200 and $600 per step. Building codes may also have stricter requirements for concrete steps, as they’re considered permanent, so you might also pay more for permits.

A concrete base—or concrete footings, more specifically—is necessary for a freestanding pergola build. A pergola is top-heavy and can’t stand on its own, so it will always need some type of base or support. If you’re attaching a pergola to a deck, the deck’s supportive joists will act as the support, so there will be no concrete base or footings necessary.

About 6 inches between the edges of each stone in the sequence is common. Rather than sticking to 6 inches, some people measure the length of the entire path and adjust the space between stepping stones a couple of inches wider or narrower than 6 inches to make sure the entire path fits the length perfectly without having to cut a paver at either end. Other people prefer a design with a 24-inch distance from the center of one stone to the center of the next stone, which matches the stride of an average-sized person.

The cost to build concrete porch steps or order pre-fabricated steps is between $1,000 and $5,000, which is somewhat higher than the cost of building wooden porch steps.

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