Gravel Shed Pads and Foundations
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A gravel pad is an affordable choice for a shed foundation. Having a gravel foundation for your shed or gazebo (or even for your above-ground pool) is one simple way to make your building last longer with less maintenance. A gravel pad ensures that your building has a solid, well-drained foundation.
Our goal is to keep our shed pad installation services affordable and fast. Generally, it takes less than a day to construct a gravel pad and when we leave, your site is ready for your new structure! We sincerely believe in providing the best quality stone foundations in the industry.
How We Install Gravel Shed Pads
Gravel Foundation Options
Economy Stone Base
- No Perimeter
- No Fabric
Premium Stone Foundation
- Most Popular
- 4×6 Perimeter
- Fabric Weed Barrier
Deluxe Stone Foundation
- 6×6 Perimeter
- Fabric Weed Barrier
Gravel Foundation Uses
Shed Foundation
The most common use for gravel foundations is to support your shed structurally, while also keeping your shed level.
Pool Pad
A gravel foundation provides extra durability for your pool while also preventing erosion and drainage issues.
Gravel Under Deck
Gravel makes an excellent base underneath a deck, helping suppress weed growth and provide erosion control.
Gazebo Foundations
Shed pads also work great as excellent gazebo foundations. Providing a secure base for your gazebo is important.
Animal Shed Foundation
Gravel pads also create excellent foundations for animal shelters, such as horse barns or cattle shelters.
Hot Tub Pad
We recommend a gravel base as the best all-around hot tub base to support your new investment.
Where We Build Gravel Shed Pads
We build gravel shed pads throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic United States. We currently serve parts of Pennsylvania, Ohio, Virginia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Delaware, Connecticut, and West Virginia. You can learn more about our service area here.
A. Ground leveled with skid loader.
B. Pressure-treated 4×6 or 6×6 perimeter w/rebar stakes to maintain stability (perimeter available only premium and deluxe foundation options).
C. 4’’- 6” of 3/4″ clean drainage stone, leveled and compacted.
D. We recommend gravel pads that should be 1′ longer than the outside shed perimeter for water drainage.
Reviews From Past Shed Pad Customers
We’ve installed shed bases for 1000s of happy customers! Here’s what a few of our recent shed pad customers have to say:
I originally reached out to them through their website (www.siteprep.com) for a quote on a crushed stone pad for a storage shed in our backyard. To my surprise, within 16 hours, Ed had sent me a detailed PDF quote along with clear instructions on the next steps—how to schedule an appointment, secure a deposit, and even some links to videos showing their installation process.
When I called with a few additional questions, Ed was patient, knowledgeable, and more than willing to walk me through everything. Feeling confident in their professionalism, I submitted my deposit.
Soon after, Sam reached out to schedule the installation. He even had an opening the following week! (I was lucky to call toward the end of the off-season, but it still speaks volumes about their efficiency.) Since I was tied up with work, I opted for an appointment the following month. The next step was to receive a confirmation call from the foreman.
Then, disaster struck.
A series of intense rainstorms hit New York, causing flash floods in my area. The space we had marked off for the shed—and even parts of the shed itself—slid down an embankment at the back of our property. It was a complete mess. I was devastated and, unfortunately, had no choice but to cancel my appointment with Site Prep.
Feeling awful about the sudden cancellation, I left Sam a voicemail apologizing profusely for taking up their time. I let him know that if we were ever able to rebuild the area with a retaining wall, I would love to use their services in the future. Sam called me back almost immediately—not just to say he understood, but to work on processing a refund of my deposit.
Now, I can’t personally speak to their on-site work since we never made it to that stage (though if you check other reviews, you’ll see why I hired them in the first place!). But what I *can* speak to is the quality of the people behind the company. Despite being a business with a large service area, every single person I interacted with was professional, considerate, hardworking, and above all, honest.
It’s rare to find a company that embodies the phrase ‘salt of the earth’, but Site Prep absolutely does. Their communication, integrity, and commitment to customer service make trusting them an easy decision. If you’re considering working with them, I can say with full confidence that you’ll be in excellent hands.
Very happy with the work done
Would recommend
Gravel Shed Pad FAQ's
Do I need a concrete or gravel shed pad?
If your shed is built with a wood floor, you should choose a gravel pad; a concrete foundation is ideal for a shed without a prebuilt floor. You can read an in-depth comparison of each type of foundation in our article: "Gravel vs. Concrete: Which Shed Base is Best for You?"
What size of shed pad do I need?
Your gravel shed foundation should be 12" wider than your shed all the way around. So an 8'x12' shed should be installed on a 10'x14' pad. For more information, read our article about why your gravel shed foundation should be 12" wider than your shed.
Is a gravel shed pad better than shed foundation blocks?
Absolutely. We don't recommend using shed foundation blocks for your shed base as they can cause structural problems in your building as time goes on. Learn more in our article about shed foundation blocks.
Do your gravel shed pads include fabric weed barrier?
Yes, fabric weed barrier comes standard on all our gravel shed pads. We believe it provides extra stability to your shed foundation by separating the gravel from the dirt below. Some of the features and benefits of our commercial-grade fabric weed barrier include:
- Made from high-quality, non-woven polypropylene fibers
- Prevents weeds from growing over covered areas
- Great for filtration, reinforcement, separation, and erosion control
- Helps to prevent clogging, extend drainage system life, and increase performance
What does it cost to install a shed pad?
You can request a price list with sample pricing for some of the common shed foundation sizes here! Prices are dependent upon your garage or shed site being within 8” of level. (If the pad is more than 8'' off level, additional charges may be applied by the site crew on the day of work being done)
- Pad Between 8” to 14” Off Level - Add 20%
- Pad Between 14” to 20” Off Level - Add 30%
- Pad Between 20” to 26” Off Level - Add 40%
- Pad More Than 26” Off Level - Custom Quote
For shed pads that exceed 26” off level, we recommend an upgrade to a 6x6 perimeter. While not required, this will add significantly more strength to your gravel shed foundation.
Are your gravel pads only for sheds?
No! Gravel pads also make great gazebo foundations, hot tub pads, patio/fire pit areas, and more! A gravel pad with stone dust (instead of 3/4" stone) is a great option for a horse row barn or run-in shed foundation. Feel free to contact us with questions about whether a gravel pad is right for your needs!
