West Seattle Gravel Pathway & Driveway Install and Repair Services
A good gravel surface isn’t “dump and rake.” If you skip base prep, fabric, or compaction, you’ll be filling potholes every rainstorm. We build paths and driveways that shed water, stay tight, and look clean—even on West Seattle’s hills and alleys.
We serve Admiral, Alaska Junction, Alki, Fauntleroy, Arbor Heights, Delridge, Gatewood, High Point, Morgan Junction, and Roxhill.
What’s the Problem?
- Potholes, ruts, and washouts after every storm
- Mud in winter, dust in summer—no real base under the rock
- Gravel migrating into lawns, beds, and the street (no edging, wrong gradation)
- Standing water at the garage or gate because the grade is wrong
- Wheel ruts exposing fabric—or worse, no fabric at all
What We Install (and why it works)
Proper base — excavate soft spots, add crushed rock base (not round rock) in compacted lifts
Geotextile road fabric — only where it belongs: under driveways/paths to keep base out of clay (never in planting beds)
Correct top course
- Paths: ¼″-10 or ⅜″ minus (tight finish, heels- and stroller-friendly)
- Driveways: ⅝″ minus or 1¼″ minus (locks together and won’t skate)
Real compaction — plate/roller compaction at each lift; we don’t just “drive on it”
Edges that hold — steel/aluminum edging or timber/concrete restraints so rock stays put
Drainage that sheds — crown or cross-slope (⅛–¼″ per foot), swales, or tie-in to a drain where needed
Stabilization options — honeycomb/gravel grids for steep approaches and tight turns
Pea gravel is pretty, but it moves. We’ll use it in decorative pockets only—never where tires need traction.
Install & Repair Options
- Full build — excavation, fabric, base in lifts, top course, compaction, edging
- Resurface — scarify ruts, add base where thin, reset grade, top with fresh minus, compact
- Drainage fixes — add a channel drain/catch basin or re-route downspouts away from the drive
- Tight access specialists — alley pads, side-yard ribbons, and slope approaches are our bread and butter
Quick Coverage & Ordering (so it pencils)
- 1 cubic yard at 2″ depth covers ~160 sq ft (rule of thumb for minus products)
- Base math: 4″ base over 400 sq ft ≈ 5 yd³; add 10–15% for compaction losses
- Typical driveway refresh: 1–3 yd³ of ⅝″ minus, depending on rut depth
Our Annual Maintenance Plan (Your Yard’s Routine)
- Pothole/rut repair — scarify, add base, re-compact (not just sprinkle top rock)
- Edge patrol — re-spike edging, sweep stray rock off lawn and walks
- Drainage check — keep inlets clear; adjust swales after big storms
- Top-up passes — light refresh of fines to keep the surface locked
- Weed control — pre-emergent and hand pulls along edges (IPM-first)
We’re a low-maintenance landscaping crew. Goal: fewer potholes, less tracking, longer life.
Service Cadences (Pick What Fits)
- Quarterly — spring/fall reset + two storm-season checks
- Bi-Monthly — best for shaded, tree-litter, or steep sites
(Fresh builds on slopes may start monthly for the first 60–90 days, then taper.)
What Annual Maintenance Includes
- Grade read and low-spot map with photos
- Scarify/compact method for potholes (no “top it and pray”)
- Edging reset and cleanup at borders
- Drainage inlet clean-out and minor swale tune-ups
- Optional dust control treatment in peak summer
Why Annual Maintenance Matters
- Safer footing & traction — fewer slips, less washboard
- Longer surface life — locked fines = less rock loss and tracking
- Cleaner look — crisp edges, consistent color, no scattered gravel
- Lower cost — small, timely fixes beat full rebuilds
How It Works
- Free Estimate — photos/video or quick walkthrough; clear, upfront pricing
- Plan & Prep — confirm base/fabric needs, edges, and drainage route
- Build/Repair Day — excavate, fabric, base lifts, top course, compact, edge, clean
- Follow-Up — simple care tips (when to rake, where to top up) and easy add-ons
Why West Seattle Chooses Neat & Tidy
- Local crew that knows clay pockets, steep alleys, and heavy winter rain
- Licensed & insured for peace of mind
- Upfront pricing — materials, labor, hauling, and disposal included
- On-time, respectful, clean work
- Green-first approach — permeable surfacing, smart water, landfill kept low
Ready for a driveway or path that actually holds up?
Call or text Neat & Tidy for a gravel install/repair that drains, compacts, and stays put. We’ll keep it tidy—so you don’t have to.
