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: How much does a gravel driveway cost?

<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 deep should a 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>

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>

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Reviewed in February 2024
It went beautifully, good quality stone, graded and well covered driveway. They even moved a pile of pruning rubbish I had in the hedge row. Great job, highly recommend and would use again with confidence. Thanks
Stafford Park Drainage and Water Solutions LLC
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Reviewed in August 2023
Fernando and Enrique have transformed my yard in 3 phases of hardscaping consisting of approx 500 linear ft of edgestone, 1,500 sq ft of pavers, a garden wall, 2 flights of bluestone steps/custom brickwork, french drains, and 80 tons of river rock. Throughout the entire process they were...
Create Hardscape & Design LLC
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Reviewed in August 2013
I dealt with only Karl. He was fantastic. He had quoted the work last year, but after the dericho we had to put our money into tree work and had to cancel them. When I called again this year, he remembered us immediately. He came when stated, did the work as quoted and charged as quoted. He...
C Scape Irrigation & Outdoor Lighting LLC
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Reviewed in March 2020
From Courtney with the Design to Billy and his crew this team was truly amazing. Traveling more than 50 miles to complete this project on time within budget. The Decker's Team was on-time neat, clean, and their attention to detail was second to none. Our Executive Board of Directors could not be...
Decker's Hardscaping & Landscaping Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2011
My husband and I went to Stoneworld where we were able to see samples of gravel from which to choose. Delivery was scheduled for the very next day. The material (limestone gravel) and workmen were on time. We had underestimated the amount of stone necessary for the job. The scheduler (Patty)...
STONEWORLD LANDSCAPE CTR
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Reviewed in March 2015
They were helpful in advising us on the type of stone that we needed and the bricks. They gave me samples. We used them for the driveway too, so we were able to get crushed concrete and stone for the driveway from them. We ordered it and it was delivered within hours. They were very reliable.
KENNEDY CONCRETE
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Reviewed in July 2013
Vincentown Landscape were terrific to work with. The team worked long days to get the Patio installed and coordinated well with our GC who was doing exterior siding replacement. Doug came out at the end of the project and we walked the work. There were a few items that needed some re-work and he...
Vincentown Landscape & Nursery
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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.

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.

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.

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