Burien Gravel Path with Edging
Homeowner’s Issue
Burien yards face long, wet winters, compacted glacial soil, and shade from tall evergreens that make moss and weeds thrive. Slopes toward gutters or downspouts create drainage problems, and rental properties need paths that resist rutting and keep tenants safe. Many homeowners and landlords want a simple, sustainable solution that reduces maintenance and improves access without adding impermeable surfaces.
A gravel path with edging solves common problems here: it improves infiltration on rainy days, holds walking surfaces on slopes, and minimizes muddy shoes in shady zones. In older Highline subdivisions and near Des Moines borders you’ll often see shallow soils and runoff channels that need defined walkways. Our approach focuses on permeable materials, compost-friendly methods, and organic weed control so you avoid herbicides while keeping paths tidy and long-lasting.
We design for owner goals — safety for tenants, clear borders to prevent erosion, and curb appeal that’s easy to maintain between visits. Paths can be scaled to rental driveways, garden access routes, or connections between patios and parking areas.
Our Quality Service
We install an edge (stone, timber, or recycled metal), a compacted base, landscape fabric when requested, and a top layer of decorative or functional gravel. Work is scheduled around wet seasons to avoid compaction problems and timed to minimize disturbance to lawns and plantings.
Benefits include improved safety on slopes, reduced mud tracking, better drainage, and lower ongoing maintenance. We use sustainable practices only — compost for shoulders, organic weed control, and manual removal of invasive ivy and moss.
What’s Included
- Site clearing: debris, weeds, and light grading.
- Base prep: compacted crushed rock for stability.
- Edging installation: chosen material secured to hold gravel.
- Gravel spread and compaction to finished grade.
- Cleanup and minor finish planting if requested.
Optional upgrades:
- Landscape fabric + mulch for adjacent beds.
- Decorative gravel choices and color matching.
- Organic weed control program (no herbicides).
- Haul-away of debris vs. green bin / yard waste disposal.
Before & After / Expectations
After installation expect immediate improvement in drainage and a firm walking surface. Plan for light settling in the first season; we recommend adding a thin refresh of gravel after heavy winter storms. For shady, moss-prone areas, keep adjacent tree canopies trimmed and topdress shoulders with compost to encourage turf recovery.
Care tips:
- Hand-pull weeds early in spring; use organic treatments if needed.
- Rake and recompact low spots annually.
- Keep leaves cleared in fall to limit moss and decay.
FAQs
- How long does it take? Most install jobs finish in one to two days, depending on size and access.
- Do you use herbicides? No — we use organic control and physical removal only.
- What access is needed? A clear 3–4 ft path for wheelbarrow access and a small staging area for materials is ideal.
- How much maintenance is required? Light annual raking and occasional spot topping keeps paths stable and attractive.
Call to Action
Book a free estimate with a local pro who understands our rainy seasons and compact soils. We schedule quickly, deliver dependable results, and use sustainable methods tailored to rental and homeowner needs.
Email: neatandtidyseattle@gmail.com
Phone: 206-538-9344
Mon–Sun: 9am–6pm
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