What kind of maintenance does a gravel driveway require?

<div><p>Because gravel moves, it requires different maintenance than asphalt or concrete. Here are a few maintenance tips for your gravel driveway. Every few years (or as often as needed):</p><ul><li><p>Grade and level your driveway</p></li><li><p>Rake to fill holes and ruts</p></li><li><p>Compact any refilled potholes</p></li><li><p>Remove weeds with herbicide or by hand</p></li><li><p>Spray it with water to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/5-ways-reduce-dust-your-new-gravel-driveway.htm">reduce the amount of dust</a> kicked up</p></li><li><p>Avoid using a snowplow during winter months</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: What is the average cost of a gravel driveway?

<div><p>The average <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-gravel-driveway-cost.htm">cost of a gravel driveway</a> is about <b>$1.25 to $2 per square foot</b>, including the cost of materials, equipment, and professional installation. For example, a 16-by-30-foot driveway costs about $1,500. Cost factors include the type of gravel, how thick the gravel is installed, the condition of the landscape, and labor costs. Overall costs will vary depending on where you live and how accessible the job site is.</p></div>

Q: How long should a gravel driveway last?

<div><p>A gravel driveway should last for <b>up to 100 years</b> with proper upkeep, which is minimal. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-make-your-gravel-driveway-look-rock-star.htm">Maintaining a gravel driveway</a> includes grading and adding fresh gravel to fill in potholes. Otherwise, a gravel driveway holds up well to all kinds of weather. Plowing in the winter can be challenging and the gravel can develop ruts or potholes that need to be repaired, but the cost and longevity of gravel compared to concrete, asphalt, and pavers makes gravel an economical option, especially for long and/or wide driveways.</p></div>

Q: How deep should my gravel driveway be?

<div><p>A gravel driveway should be <b>at least 4 to 6 inches deep</b>, depending on the soil it&rsquo;s installed on. Softer soil that doesn&rsquo;t drain well should have a deeper gravel driveway. Deeper gravel will mean you spend more on materials and labor, but you&rsquo;ll get a more stable driveway and avoid damage that needs to be filled or graded flat again.</p></div>

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Last update on August 06, 2025

Reviewed in November 2024
JJ Sousa is my trusted mason for any all indoor/outdoor work. They can do so much more than just masonry as well! Recently they came up with a great design for a 40â granite outdoor staircase and a large outdoor patio with natural earth stones. They also solved a lot of drainage/flooding...
JJ Sousa Masonry
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Reviewed in November 2024
An excellent father / son team came to the house to do a glass tile backsplash. They were so quick an organized and finished ahead of schedule. I asked that they do a stone tile on the island too. Both jobs exceeded my expectations. They laid protection paper on my floors where they walked back...
Navarro Construction
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Reviewed in December 2021
Sam and his crew did a great job with our driveway that was 82 feet of more ruts and rocks than driveway. I really appreciated the way they took care to grade, fill and lay down a proper gravel base before installing the 3” layer of asphalt. They were done in less than a day and left the yard...
MODERN PAVING
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Reviewed in October 2019
My experience with Watch City Construction was not a good one and I would urge prospective clients to read the many reviews online and ask to see and SPEAK with references. I engaged with Mainor to install an irrigation system and a set of granite steps in my back yard. Come to find out, it...
Watch City Irrigation Systems and Tree Services
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Reviewed in September 2019
If you are particular about how your property looks, do not hesitate to hire Stone and Timber. Michael Bilodeau and his crew did an amazing job installing pavers in our driveway and two walkways. After our initial meeting with Mike, we were so comfortable and knew he was the man for the job. ...
Stone & Timber Construction
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Reviewed in March 2017
John at Affordable Quality Kitchen & Stone did a great job. I own Fall River Real Estate & Rentals and John has done over two dozen kitchens for me and my customers. John and his team are very patient and professional through the whole process from design to install. They are on schedule and on...
Affordable Quality Kitchens & Stone
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Reviewed in January 2016
Muna and her crew were a pleasure to work with from start to finish. She was very knowledgeable regarding which type of stone to use for both our kitchen countertops and our bathroom vanity tops. She communicated clearly and promptly and was very amicable. Her crews did an excellent job of...
Boston Stone Works LLC
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Reviewed in September 2015
We hired Professional Landscaping to remove an existing irregular rock retaining walll and install a block retaining wall in our driveway.We could not be any more pleased with the work Larry's company provided. Larry visited by home with Chris (One of his employees) to see what needed to be...
Professional Tree & Landscape Construction Inc
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Reviewed in July 2015
It went very smoothly. I had previously gotten a few quotes on the job to be done before Candigit was recommeded to me by another contractor. I dropped the plans off at their office then Jim made a visit to my property to see the job and had a quote to me within a day. The price wasn't the...
CANDIGIT EXCAVATING
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Reviewed in May 2015
Did a beautiful job lots of cutting around things the tile was stone so more difficult.. Faucet needed extra attention as well as outside connection. . I feel he have us great service and did a fantastic job I love my kitchen now!. Very nice to talk to and very professional. Will have back to do...
Uncle Wayne’s Ceramic Tile and Stone
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Stone and gravel pros in Swansea

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

55 local quotes requested

Masonry & Hardscaping business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"We could not be happier! They came highly recommended and his work surpassed our expectations… Even finished the job a week before it was promised! They showed up every day at 7:30 AM and worked until 8:00 pm… very professional and friendly. We have already recommended them to our friends and family and he’s coming back to do masonry work on our chimney… you will not be disappointed!"

Nancy S on June 2025

Masonry & Hardscaping business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

Nancy S on June 2025

Customers say: Quality work

77 local quotes requested

25 years of experience

Valter Rego Masonry has been in business since 2000. We offer great quality work. We return our call as soon as possible. No job is too small. Complete landscape construction. Feel free to call with any questions, we will be happy to help you. Forms of payment; Cash or Check. April special 10 % off labor. Project must be booked in the month of April. Customers please mention coupon at the time of appointment.

"Valter and his crew were prompt, courteous, respectful, and hard-working. Communication was great, and Valter consulted me at every step. His crew flawlessly re-pointed our foundation in several spots, built a new border around our front garden, and laid in a paved walkway. The results were stunning. Valter was direct, honest, and fair in his estimate and pricing. We will definitely work with him again!"

Matthew D on July 2023

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

65 local quotes requested

Looking for top-notch service? Look no further than Joe's Landscaping. Contact us today for all your landscaping needs! Additional DBA - Joe's Landscaping, Joe Nunes.

Adelino Soares Construction

Adelino Soares Construction

Customers say: Quality work

58 local quotes requested

47 years of experience

30 years experience in the construction industry, with many satisfied customers. I guarantee you will be pleased with my work. We return our calls as soon as possible. We accept cash and checks. Feel free to call for a free estimate, we will be glad to help you! Award winning.

"Adelino did a great job replacing my front steps. He was respectful a fair price and the best mason person around. He then fixed my bricks on my back patio. They also cleaned up and made the place better than they started."

Paul B on June 2025

M&L Landscaping Construction

M&L Landscaping Construction

Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 96% of Angi customers

324 local quotes requested

Locally owned business with over 12 years of experience. Custom Paver Patios, walkways, retaining walls, and driveways. We also offer full clean up landscaping, hardscaping, and stone work. Passionate about serving our local community and continuing to deliver great customer service. Feel free to call or text with questions regarding your projects. Look forward to working with you on all your home endeavors.

"Leo of M&L Landscaping and Construction took a look at the job and knew it wasn’t going to be easy. He quoted and we ultimately agreed to go forward. I provided a down payment and about a week later he and his team arrived on site, manually excavated holes to pour concrete piers and poured the concrete. After cure time, his team installed Lally columns and necessary supporting beams and the job was done. Leo’s team stayed on task and were very committed to finishing the job professionally. Great, hard-working team and very professional."

Steven B on May 2025

LS MAINTENANCE CO, INC.

LS MAINTENANCE CO, INC.

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

61 local quotes requested

At L.S. Landscaping and Masonry, we understand that the outdoor aesthetic of your home or business is as important as your interior. We have a team of experts that will consult with you to determine your exact needs. From landscape maintenance to new construction, our residential and commercial clients in Providence know that when they call L.S. Landscaping and Masonry they will get the best. Contact us today for a free consultation and see the difference experience makes!

"Outstanding! These guys are, hands down, the best provider/vendor we have ever worked with. They do outstanding work, all their staff is friendly, knowledgeable and professional! Always. We've had a lot of great experiences since moving to RI a couple years ago, but Luciano, Nelson and team are THE BEST!!! We would highly recommend for anything you need, for landscaping, patios, cleanup, general maintenance and painting and basement remodeling. Amazing work. Fantastic guys!!!"

Wayne L on April 2025

Justin Landscaping Services

Justin Landscaping Services

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

79 local quotes requested

Our company is the best we are hard workers and will give you fair prices and we offer a lot different services. We specialize in a variety of landscaping services such as cleaning up around the yard, mowing lawns, installing mulch, trimming trees and bushes.

"Brandon is great. He’s very communicative and cares about doing a great job. I needed my backyard torn up, a fence removed, stones removed, and then leveled. Next I wanted to seed with clover, as we have a female dog and she’s destroyed our lawn. He was upfront he’d never done clover before, but neither have I, so we figured we’d give it a shot. He showed up exactly when he said he would and did a really nice job. I’m excited to see how the clover turns out. It’s on me now to ensure I water properly while the seeds germinate. 🤞🏻"

Samantha L on June 2025

Dorego Construction, LLC

Dorego Construction, LLC

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5 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"They were quick and efficient putting in a 150ft drainage pipe in my yard and a trench drain behind my driveway. To top it off they incased the drain in cement the length of the back of my driveway and did it all in just over a day. I used to have a small pond in my backyard, especiallu with all the crazy rain we have been having but the drain diverts it beautifully!"

Adam G on July 2024

FNS Landscape & Painting

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FNS Landscape & Painting

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We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"It was excellent, very organized, very neat and very detailed"

Jeff H on May 2023

"It was excellent, very organized, very neat and very detailed"

Jeff H on May 2023

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FAQs for stone and gravel service projects in Swansea, MA

The average cost of a gravel driveway is about $1.25 to $2 per square foot, including the cost of materials, equipment, and professional installation. For example, a 16-by-30-foot driveway costs about $1,500. Cost factors include the type of gravel, how thick the gravel is installed, the condition of the landscape, and labor costs. Overall costs will vary depending on where you live and how accessible the job site is.

Because gravel moves, it requires different maintenance than asphalt or concrete. Here are a few maintenance tips for your gravel driveway. Every few years (or as often as needed):

Grade and level your driveway
Rake to fill holes and ruts
Compact any refilled potholes
Remove weeds with herbicide or by hand
Spray it with water to reduce the amount of dust kicked up
Avoid using a snowplow during winter months

A gravel driveway should last for up to 100 years with proper upkeep, which is minimal. Maintaining a gravel driveway includes grading and adding fresh gravel to fill in potholes. Otherwise, a gravel driveway holds up well to all kinds of weather. Plowing in the winter can be challenging and the gravel can develop ruts or potholes that need to be repaired, but the cost and longevity of gravel compared to concrete, asphalt, and pavers makes gravel an economical option, especially for long and/or wide driveways.

A gravel driveway should be at least 4 to 6 inches deep, depending on the soil it’s installed on. Softer soil that doesn’t drain well should have a deeper gravel driveway. Deeper gravel will mean you spend more on materials and labor, but you’ll get a more stable driveway and avoid damage that needs to be filled or graded flat again.