About Gravel | Northern Landworks

With over 250 gravel driveways under our belt throughout Door County, it’s safe to say that our business was built around gravel. We’ve invested in the right equipment, attachments, processes and materials to ensure our final product meets and exceeds our customers expectations.

Because of that, we strive to earn your business and want to ensure that our customers are knowledgeable about gravel and the technical terms, processes, materials and equipment being used on your property.

Our Approach to Gravel Driveways:

At Northern Landworks, we specialize in gravel driveway refreshes, repairs, maintenance and installation. Our expertise lies in the installation, care, and repair of gravel driveways. Each driveway is unique, but the solution often involves addressing problem areas with the right materials and ensuring proper water drainage from the surface of the driveway.

Our approach to driveway repair involves using the proper gravel material for your driveway. The correct gravel product ensures a proper stone-to-fines ratio, ensuring it tightly packs down and remains firmly in place. By utilizing proper materials on your driveway, we not only create a remarkably smooth and long-lasting driving surface but also restore your driveway's functionality while adding value to your property.

Gravel Deteriorates Over Time:

Over time, driveways can deteriorate due to various factors like frequent heavy rains, excessive vehicle traffic, freezing and thawing, and snow removal. These issues can lead to potholes, uneven surfaces, and poor drainage, making it difficult to navigate your driveway, this can cause unnecessary frustration and wear and tear on vehicles.

Compaction:

Stability: Compacting the gravel improves its stability by creating a tightly packed surface. This helps prevent the gravel from shifting, rutting, or becoming uneven over time. A stable surface enhances safety and makes driving, walking, and parking on the driveway easier and more comfortable.
Durability: Compacted gravel is less prone to erosion and wear. It withstands heavy vehicle traffic, adverse weather conditions, and regular use without breaking down or deteriorating as quickly. By compacting the gravel, you create a more durable and long-lasting driveway.
Enhanced Drainage: Proper compaction ensures that the gravel driveway has excellent drainage capabilities. Compacted gravel allows water to flow through the surface and into the underlying layers, preventing the accumulation of water and minimizing the risk of puddles or standing water on the driveway.
Weed Control: Compact gravel minimizes the space available for weeds to take root and grow. When the gravel is firmly packed, it creates a dense barrier that discourages weed growth. This reduces the amount of maintenance required to keep the driveway free from unwanted vegetation.
Improved Aesthetic Appeal: A well-compacted gravel driveway presents a neat and clean appearance. The surface appears more even, with a consistent texture and level. This enhances the overall aesthetic appeal of your property and contributes to its curb appeal.
Lower Maintenance: Compacted gravel requires less ongoing maintenance compared to loose or poorly compacted surfaces. It resists displacement and rutting, reducing the need for frequent regrading or adding additional gravel. This saves you time, effort, and money in the long run.
Cost-Effective: Compacting the gravel helps optimize its use by reducing the amount of material required. When properly compacted, the gravel spreads more evenly, allowing you to achieve a solid surface with less material. This can result in cost savings during installation.

Maintenance Programs:

To further safeguard the condition of your driveway, we provide comprehensive preventative maintenance plans. By joining our list, you'll benefit from regular touch-up grading sessions that proactively address any potential issues. As spring arrives, we'll promptly get in touch to schedule a visit, during which our team will bring along the necessary equipment to effectively eliminate any debris and repair damage caused by snow removal.