Gravel Pad Installation Edmonton | Shed & Hot Tub Foundations
- The Rock-Solid Foundation Your Shed or Hot Tub Deserves. 587-600-0554 EXT: 2
Why a Gravel Pad is Essential for Edmonton Homes
Edmonton’s heavy clay soil is notorious for “heaving” during the freeze-thaw cycle. If you place a $3,000 shed or a $10,000 hot tub directly on the grass, it will be unlevel within one season, leading to doors that won’t close and structural cracks.
Our professional gravel pads solve three major problems:
Leveling: We excavate the high points to ensure a perfectly flat surface.
Drainage: We use angular 20mm crushed stone to allow water to move away from your structure.
Stability: Our pressure-treated timber frames keep the gravel contained and prevent “spreading” over time.
Shed Foundations vs. Hot Tub Pads
For Sheds: We build a 4″ to 6″ deep base that extends 12 inches beyond the shed walls. This prevents backsplash and rot on your bottom panels.
For Hot Tubs: Hot tubs require extreme weight support (up to 5,000 lbs). We use high-compaction road crush and heavy-duty geotextile fabric to ensure zero sinking once the tub is filled.
| Size | Application | Estimated Price |
| 8′ x 10′ | Tool Shed / Small Storage | $1,100 – $1,350 |
| 10′ x 12′ | Standard Shed Foundation | $1,400 – $1,800 |
| 8′ x 8′ | Hot Tub (Heavy Duty) | $1,200 – $1,500 |
| Custom | Large Garage / Backyard Studio | Request Quote |
Q: Can’t I just use patio stones? A: Patio stones often “tip” or sink individually in Edmonton’s soft clay. A contained gravel pad acts as a single cohesive unit, distributing the weight evenly and preventing single-point failure.
Q: How long does the installation take? A: Most standard shed pads (10×12) are completed in one day.
Q: Do you call for utility locates? A: Yes. We always coordinate with Utility Safety Partners (Click Before You Dig) before we break ground to ensure no gas or power lines are at risk.
Serving All New Developments
We are currently prioritizing same-month installations in:
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South: Chappelle, Heritage Valley, Orchards, Summerside.
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West: Secord, Rosenthal, Edgemont.
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North: Horse Hill, Cy Becker, McConachie
