Premium Gravel Pathway & Driveway Installation and Repair Services in Woodinville
Let’s be honest—a beautiful gravel surface goes beyond just dumping and raking. If you overlook critical steps like base preparation, fabric installation, or proper compaction, you’ll be stuck filling in potholes after every downpour. Our goal? To create pathways and driveways that drain efficiently, endure the elements, and look fantastic—even on Woodinville’s charming hills and narrow lanes.
What Challenges Do We Address?
- Potholes, ruts, and washouts that appear after every storm
- Muddy conditions in winter and annoying dust clouds in summer due to a lack of solid underlying material
- Gravel spilling over into your lawn, flower beds, or even the street because of inadequate edging or improper grading
- Standing water near your garage or gate due to faulty grading
- Wheel ruts that expose fabric—or even worse, areas with no fabric at all
What We Install (and Why It Works)
Proper Base — We dig out any soft spots and lay down crushed rock base (not round rock) in compacted layers for optimal stability.
Geotextile Road Fabric — Placed where necessary: beneath driveways and paths to prevent the base from mixing with clay (never used in planting beds).
Correct Top Course:
- For Paths: ¼″-10 or ⅜″ minus (provides a smooth finish that’s easy on heels and strollers).
- For Driveways: ⅝″ minus or 1¼″ minus (interlocks beautifully and stays put).
Real Compaction — We utilize plate and roller compaction for each layer; we don’t just drive on it!
Edges That Hold — Steel/aluminum edging or timber/concrete restraints to keep your gravel exactly where it belongs.
Drainage That Sheds — We ensure proper crown or cross-slope (⅛–¼″ per foot), swales, or tie-ins to drains as necessary.
Stabilization Options — Honeycomb/gravel grids for those tricky steep approaches and tight turns.
While pea gravel looks lovely, it moves too easily. We’ll use it in decorative sections only—never in high-traffic areas!
Install & Repair Options
- Full Build — We manage everything from excavation, fabric installation, and base in layers to top course application, compaction, and edging.
- Resurface — We can scarify ruts, add base where it’s thin, reset the grade, and finish with fresh material, followed by compaction.
- Drainage Fixes — Need to install a channel drain or catch basin? We’re on it, plus we can reroute downspouts away from your drive.
- Tight Access Specialists — Alley pads, side-yard ribbons, and slope approaches are our specialties.
Quick Coverage & Ordering (So It Makes Sense)
- 1 cubic yard at 2″ depth covers approximately 160 sq ft (a handy rule of thumb for minus products).
- Base Math: For a 4″ base over 400 sq ft, you’ll need around 5 yd³; add 10–15% for compaction losses.
- Typically, a driveway refresh requires 1–3 yd³ of ⅝″ minus, depending on the depth of the ruts.
Our Annual Maintenance Plan (Your Yard’s Best Friend)
- Pothole/Rut Repair — Scarify, add base, and re-compact (we don’t believe in quick fixes!).
- Edge Patrol — We’ll re-spike edging and clear stray gravel off your lawn and walkways.
- Drainage Check — Keeping inlets clear and adjusting swales after heavy rains.
- Top-Up Passes — A light refresh of fines to keep the surface locked in place.
- Weed Control — Pre-emergent treatments and hand-pulling along edges (we prioritize Integrated Pest Management).
We’re a low-maintenance landscaping team focused on fewer potholes, less tracking, and a longer lifespan for your surfaces.
Service Cadences (Choose What Works for You)
- Quarterly — Includes spring and fall resets with two checks during storm season.
- Bi-Monthly — Perfect for shaded, tree-covered, or steep areas.
(New builds on slopes may start out monthly for the first 60–90 days, then taper down.)
What’s Included in Annual Maintenance
- A detailed grade read and low-spot map with photos.
- Our scarify/compact method for potholes (no “top it and hope” approach).
- Edging resets and cleanup at borders.
- Drainage inlet clean-out and minor swale adjustments.
- Optional dust control treatment during peak summer months.
Why Annual Maintenance Matters
- Safer Footing & Traction — Fewer slips and reduced washboarding.
- Longer Surface Life — Locked fines mean less rock loss and tracking.
- Cleaner Look — Crisp edges, consistent color, and no scattered gravel.
- Lower Costs — Timely, small fixes are more budget-friendly than full rebuilds.
How the Process Works
- Free Estimate — We kick things off with photos or a quick walkthrough to provide clear, upfront pricing.
- Plan & Prep — We confirm your base and fabric needs, edging, and drainage routes.
- Build/Repair Day — We’ll excavate, install fabric, lay down base layers, apply the top course, compact, edge, and clean up.
- Follow-Up — We provide easy care tips (like when to rake and where to top up) along with any add-on options.
Why Woodinville Chooses Neat & Tidy
- We’re a local team familiar with clay pockets, steep alleys, and Woodinville’s heavy winter rains.
- Licensed & insured—for your peace of mind.
- Upfront pricing—all materials, labor, hauling, and disposal included.
- We pride ourselves on on-time, respectful, and tidy work.
- Green-first approach—prioritizing permeable surfacing, smart water management, and minimizing landfill waste.
Ready for a driveway or path that truly holds up?
Call or text Neat & Tidy today for a gravel install or repair that drains, compacts, and stays where it belongs. We’ll keep it tidy—so you can focus on enjoying your beautiful space without the hassle.
