Weeding Reapply gravel for weed suppression

Homeowner’s Issue

Weeding yards face a few predictable headaches: heavy winter rainfall, compacted clay or silty soils, shaded corners that hold moisture, and steep driveways or garden slopes that wash fines away. Those local conditions make weed pressure persistent — annuals poke through thin gravel, moss takes hold in damp shade, and invasive grasses creep up edges. HOA standards and curb appeal concerns add pressure to keep gravel areas tidy and functional.

Typical yards around town have poor surface drainage where gravel has settled or become thin, causing puddles and encouraging seed germination. Sun-exposed beds bake and shift, while north-facing slopes stay damp and hold moss and ivy. Homeowners in Weeding near the riverside trail or the town green often need solutions that reduce maintenance, improve drainage, and respect neighborhood covenants. Our sustainable approach avoids herbicides and focuses on proper depth, fabric placement, and material choice so your gravel stays tidy longer with less rework.

Our Quality Service

We remove compacted gravel, clear weeds by hand and with mechanical rakes, correct grading for better runoff, and install fresh, appropriately sized gravel. We prioritize sustainable methods — no herbicides — and use organic pre- and post-care where needed. Our crews size and slope the surface to reduce washout and improve safety on inclines common in local yards.

Benefits include improved curb appeal, safer walking surfaces, reduced hand-weeding, and longer-lasting coverage that handles Weeding’s wet winters and summer sun. We also minimize dust and debris during work to protect nearby plantings and hardscapes.

What’s Included

• Site assessment and quote
• Hand-pull and mechanical removal of weeds
• Removal or redistribution of old gravel as needed
• Optional weed barrier fabric installation
• Installation of new gravel and final grading
• Cleanup and haul-away of debris (see options)

Optional upgrades:

• Mulch + landscape fabric for planting beds
• Organic weed-control follow-up (non-chemical)
• Haul-away to landfill vs. green bin / composting for vegetative waste
• Edge restraints or border installation for lower maintenance

Before & After / Expectations

Expect some noise from rakes and trucks and a day of activity for medium-sized jobs. We’ll need reasonable access to the gravel area and a short clear path for material delivery. Debris like roots and small stones will be removed; larger edging or structural repairs are quoted separately.

Care tips for Weeding yards:

• Keep gravel depth at 2–3 inches over fabric on high-traffic areas.
• Rake annually to redistribute fines and spot-treat new sprouts by hand.
• Improve irrigation patterns to avoid pooling; add a shallow trench or French drain where needed.
• Trim ivy and moss back in shady corners to reduce spread.

FAQs

• How long does the job take?
  Small areas can be done in a day; larger drives or multiple beds may take 1–2 days depending on access.

• Do you use herbicides?
  No. We use mechanical removal, fabric, mulch, and organic follow-ups only.

• Can you match existing gravel?
  Yes — we stock common sizes and can match color/texture where possible.

• Will this meet my HOA rules?
  We’ll review your guidelines during the estimate and suggest compliant materials and edging.

Call to Action

Weeding homeowners: book a free estimate and get a practical plan for longer-lasting gravel and fewer weeds. We offer fast scheduling, reliable local crews, and sustainable methods tuned to our rainy, sloped conditions.

Email: neatandtidyseattle@gmail.com
Phone: 206-538-9344

Neat & Tidy — local pros who keep yards tidy with sensible, lasting solutions.