Expert Gravel Pathway & Driveway Install and Repair Services in SeaTac

Creating a durable gravel surface requires more than just spreading a layer of gravel. If you overlook critical steps like base preparation, fabric installation, and proper compaction, you’ll soon be dealing with potholes and muddy spots. Our goal? To construct paths and driveways that effectively manage water, remain stable, and enhance your property’s appearance—even through SeaTac’s wet winters and hilly terrain.

What Challenges Do We Address?

• Persistent potholes, ruts, and washouts after heavy rains.
• Muddy conditions in winter and excessive dust in summer—often due to inadequate base support.
• Gravel spreading into gardens and lawns from insufficient edging.
• Water pooling near garages or gates due to improper grading.
• Wheel ruts that expose fabric or create uneven surfaces.

What We Install (and Why It Works)

• Proper Base — We excavate any soft spots and add crushed rock base (not round rock) in compacted layers for enhanced stability.

• Geotextile Road Fabric — Applied in necessary areas under driveways and paths to prevent base mixing with clay soil.

• Correct Top Course:

  • Paths: Use ¼″-10 or ⅜″ minus for a smooth finish suitable for pedestrians.
  • Driveways: Opt for ⅝″ minus or 1¼″ minus to provide traction and prevent slipping.

• Real Compaction — We utilize plate and roller compaction methods for each layer, ensuring durability.

• Edges That Hold — We install steel/aluminum edging or concrete restraints to keep gravel contained.

• Effective Drainage — We ensure proper grading with a crown or cross-slope (⅛–¼″ per foot) and install swales or drainage tie-ins as needed.

• Stabilization Options — Honeycomb or gravel grids are available for steeper approaches.

While pea gravel is attractive, it shifts too easily. We recommend using it only in decorative areas, not where vehicles require traction.

Install & Repair Options

• Full Build — We manage everything from excavation and fabric installation to base layers, top course application, compaction, and edging.
• Resurface — We can repair ruts, add base material, adjust the grade, and finish with fresh gravel.
• Drainage Fixes — Need to install a channel drain or catch basin? We can help redirect downspouts too.
• Tight Access Specialists — We excel at working in narrow spaces, such as alley pads and side-yard paths.

Quick Coverage & Ordering (So It Makes Sense)

• 1 cubic yard at 2″ depth covers approximately 160 sq ft.
• Base Calculation: For a 4″ base over 400 sq ft, you’ll need around 5 yd³; add 10–15% for compaction.
• Typically, a driveway refresh requires 1–3 yd³ of ⅝″ minus, depending on rut depth.

Our Annual Maintenance Plan (Your Yard’s Best Friend)

• Pothole/Rut Repair — We scarify, add base, and re-compact thoroughly.
• Edge Patrol — We’ll re-secure edging and clear stray gravel from your lawn.
• Drainage Check — Ensuring inlets are clear and swales are adjusted after storms.
• Top-Up Passes — A light application of fines to maintain surface integrity.
• Weed Control — Implementing pre-emergent treatments and hand-pulling along edges.

We’re committed to low-maintenance landscaping that reduces potholes and extends the lifespan of your surfaces.

Service Cadences (Choose What Works for You)

• Quarterly Service — Includes spring and fall resets with two storm season checks.
• Bi-Monthly Service — Best for shaded areas with heavy leaf litter or slopes.

(New builds on inclines may require monthly visits for the first 60–90 days, then we can adjust.)

What’s Included in Annual Maintenance

• A detailed assessment of grades and low spots with photographic documentation.
• Our thorough scarify and compact method for pothole repair.
• Edging resets and cleanup at borders.
• Drainage inlet maintenance and minor swale adjustments.
• Optional dust control during peak summer months.

Why Annual Maintenance Matters

• Safer Footing & Traction — Reduces slipping hazards and enhances driveability.
• Longer Surface Life — Maintained surfaces experience less rock loss and tracking.
• Cleaner Appearance — Sharp edges and consistent color without scattered gravel.
• Cost-Effective — Preventative maintenance is usually cheaper than extensive repairs.

How the Process Works

1. Free Estimate — We start with an assessment of your property to provide transparent pricing.
2. Plan & Prep — We confirm your requirements for base, fabric, edging, and drainage.
3. Build/Repair Day — Our team excavates, installs fabric, adds base layers, compacts, edges, and cleans up.
4. Follow-Up — We offer care tips for maintenance and discuss any additional options.

Why SeaTac Chooses Neat & Tidy

• We’re a local team versed in SeaTac’s unique soil conditions and heavy rainfall.
• Licensed & insured for your protection and peace of mind.
• Transparent pricing—all costs for materials, labor, hauling, and disposal included.
• We ensure timely, respectful, and tidy work.
• Eco-friendly approach—prioritizing permeable surfaces and effective water management.

Ready for a driveway or path that truly holds up?

Call or text Neat & Tidy today for a gravel installation or repair that drains, compacts, and stays put. Let us keep your property tidy—so you can enjoy your outdoor space without worry.