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Q: Are there alternatives to pea gravel?

• <div><p>Alternative landscaping materials similar to pea gravel include wood chips, decomposed granite, crushed stone, and pebbles. You can also invest in specialty <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/rock-landscaping-ideas-your-backyard.htm">landscape rocks</a> such as quartz, river rock, lava rock, and Mexican beach pebble. While many of these stones will cost more than pea gravel, some are more ideal for designing an attractive garden bed or managing drainage.</p></div>

Q: What is the most affordable type of patio to build?

• <div><p>Concrete slabs are the most economical choice for a solid ground patio floor, costing around $3 to $8 per square foot on average. Gravel is a little less, about $1 to $4 per square foot, but you&rsquo;ll need to refill it from time to time, which can add up over time. </p></div>

Q: What do you put between pavers and concrete?

• <div><p>You should place a layer of thick landscaping fabric directly over the concrete slab and then a thin layer of leveling sand over that to protect the pavers from moisture. For border pavers, you should plan on locking them in place with polyurethane adhesive. This will prevent them from shifting under foot traffic.</p></div>

Q: Are stone steps cheaper than concrete?

• <div><p>Stone steps are often more expensive than concrete steps as they are specially cut and installed, on top of the material costs. Concrete is more readily available as many steps are precast, although custom-poured concrete steps are an option more similar in price to stone steps.</p></div>

Q: What size gravel should you put under a concrete slab?

• <div><p>You should put gravel that is 3/4 to 1 inch under a concrete slab. However, depending on the project, local building codes may dictate the proper gravel size and shape. Some concrete slabs that do not hold significant weight may have a subbase of sand. Also, keep in mind that the subbase you choose will affect the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-concrete-patio-cost-square-foot.htm">cost of your concrete patio</a>, walkway, or driveway. </p></div>

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Last update on January 16, 2026

Reviewed in March 2025
These guys were amazing! Friendly, quick and efficient!! Our minds were at ease during the process and the results of our new brick patio are outstanding!! We were also kept in the loop of their progress throughout the day! We will definitely be booking for future projects!
Green Bay By Hernandez Landscaping Co
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Reviewed in March 2025
Cardenas plumbing saved my life .my house was sinking and them fixed my leak
The Cardenas Plumber
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Reviewed in September 2022
Ayden and Austin did a great job of kicking up the style on our front patio. Now the entrance is stunning with Carrara marble tiles. Would highly recommend Lost Coast Yard Works!
Lost Coast Yard Works
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Reviewed in July 2022
Smooth Style Concrete did a beautiful stamped concrete patio in our front and backyard! They were so easy to work with and the price was very reasonable. We will definitely recommend them to our family and friends!
Smooth Style Concrete Construction, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2022
Reynaldo is just such a nice young man, hard worker, proud of his work and takes time to explain everything that he will be doing. He poured us a patio and I couldnâ t be happier with the results ð
ACEncio Concrete
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Reviewed in December 2021
Wade is a friendly hardworking professional. He replaced the roolers on 3 large sliding glass patio doors. It was a difficult job and the parts were hard to find however, Wade perservered and completed the replacement and the doors work great.
Howze Roofing & General Maintenance - Unlicensed Contractor
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Reviewed in June 2021
David was great. He showed up on time on a super hot day and did all the work I needed. Would definitely hire again.
R Moreno's Landscaping, Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2021
They did an amazing job leveling and extending our patio. The crew was punctual and meticulous. They left no mess behind! Gabriel completed his estimate in just a few days and was here on day 1 to review the project.
JC Concrete, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2021
Domingo is a real professional. He powerwashed my backyard concrete and brick patio that had 30+ years of dirt on it as well as a considerable amount of moss that had grown in the grout lines and steps. He spent the time to thoroughly clean every area and the result is a wonderful clean new...
DM North Bay Pool Services
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Reviewed in July 2020
At first, we had a little miscommunication because I wasn't clear about the placement of my patio. It was off by a few feet which made it seem smaller than I wanted. Technically, they fulfilled the contract so I figured I was just going to have to live with what I got. I was wrong. Instead...
Elite Concrete Construction, Inc.
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