Gravel Driveway Repair & Restoration
Fixed Right — Guaranteed
GPS-PRECISION GRADING. PROFESSIONAL COMPACTION. WRITTEN GUARANTEE.
GravelBoss is a Northeast Ohio gravel driveway repair and restoration company using GPS-precision grading, LiDAR-verified results, and a written performance guarantee. We rebuild and restore gravel driveways so they drain correctly, stay smooth longer, and stand up to everyday traffic — from cars and delivery vans to heavy trucks. Most driveways done in one day.
Why Gravel Driveway Repairs Fail
(Hint: It's a Drainage Problem)
Most contractors see a pothole and dump more stone. We see potholes and ask: why is water pooling here? The answer reveals everything.
GPS Grading. LiDAR Verification.
Written Guarantee.
Three things no other gravel driveway contractor offers. Together, they mean your driveway is graded to spec, verified with data, and backed in writing.
GPS-Precision Grading
- We use GPS-guided equipment to set the exact slope and crown your driveway needs for proper drainage.
- Every pass is controlled to within inches, so low spots, ruts, and washboards are removed — not just covered up.
- The result is a smoother, more consistent surface that sheds water instead of holding it, reducing potholes and mud.
LiDAR-Verified Results
- After grading, we scan your driveway with LiDAR to measure the exact shape and slope of the finished surface.
- This confirms that water will flow off the driveway instead of pooling in wheel tracks or running down the middle.
- You get objective, measured proof that the work was done right — not just a quick visual once-over.
Written Performance Guarantee
- Every GravelBoss project comes with a written performance guarantee on grading and drainage.
- If your driveway develops major ruts or standing water in the guaranteed period under normal use, we come back to make it right.
- You know exactly what to expect in writing — no vague promises, no surprise upcharges.
Our Written Performance Guarantee on Grading & Drainage
We researched every gravel driveway contractor in the country. Not one offers a written performance guarantee. Zero. GravelBoss is the only company that stands behind its grading and drainage work in writing.
What's Covered:
- Your driveway will shed water off the surface instead of pooling in wheel tracks
- The crown and slope we build will hold their shape through a full weather season
- If you experience significant standing water or major rutting within the guarantee period, we return to regrade the affected areas at no additional labor cost
Full terms provided in writing with every proposal.
“If your driveway fails within the guarantee period, we come back and re-grade it. Free. No fine print. No excuses.”
Gravel Driveway Grading & Restoration Services
Good, better, best — every tier uses our specialized equipment and comes with a written guarantee. Choose your level. Not sure which you need? Identify your driveway problem or view our pricing guide.
Drive Rake™
Our Ruckus Rake scarifies compacted gravel, removes embedded grass and weeds, redistributes your existing stone evenly, and compacts the surface — all in one visit.
- ✓Ruckus Rake prep (scarify + redistribute)
- ✓Single compaction pass
- ✓Vegetation removal
- ✓90-day guarantee
Drive Restore™
Everything in Drive Rake, plus GPS-precision grading with our GB 124 Smart Grader. We reshape your driveway to a proper 3% crown — the engineering standard that makes water run OFF your drive.
- ✓Ruckus Rake prep
- ✓GB 124 Smart Grader (3% crown)
- ✓2-pass compaction (base + finish)
- ✓Before/after LiDAR scan report
- ✓6-month guarantee
Drive Rebuild™
The full treatment. Everything in Drive Restore, plus edge drainage work and fresh stone application. We cut swales along your drive edges for proper water management, then lay fresh limestone and compact.
- ✓Ruckus Rake prep
- ✓GB 124 Smart Grader (3% crown)
- ✓Edge swale drainage work
- ✓2-pass compaction
- ✓Fresh stone (#411 or #304)
- ✓Before/after LiDAR scan report
- ✓12-month guarantee
After We Fix It,
We Maintain It.
DriveGuard™ is our annual maintenance plan. One visit per year keeps your driveway in top shape for 10+ years — at a fraction of the cost of a full restoration.
- ✓Visual inspection + before photos
- ✓Crown measurement verification
- ✓Pothole & rut fill (existing material)
- ✓Full profile rake
- ✓Vibratory roller compaction pass
- ✓Drainage check (ditches, culverts, edges)
- ✓Written condition report card
5 Specialized Implements.
They Use One.
Every competitor shows up with a single machine for a single pass. We use five — each solving a different problem — to deliver results that last.
Ruckus Rake
Scarifies compacted gravel, remixes displaced fines back into the stone profile, and spreads everything level — three actions in a single pass.
Why it matters: Most competitors push gravel around with a box blade. The Ruckus Rake goes deeper — breaking up years of compaction, pulling embedded weeds and organic matter, and remixing your stone from the bottom up.
GB 124 Smart Grader
GPS-guided precision grading that reshapes your driveway to a proper 3% crown — the engineering standard for water drainage.
Why it matters: No other residential driveway service uses GPS-precision grading. This is the same technology road crews use on highways. Crown correction alone solves 80% of gravel driveway problems.
Tilt Mount Plate
Skid steer tilt mount that angles 25 degrees left or right, letting us precision-grade hillside driveways and uneven terrain that standard equipment can’t handle.
Why it matters: Most contractors can only grade flat driveways. Our tilt mount lets us maintain GPS-precision accuracy on slopes and hills — same quality result whether your driveway is flat or on a hillside.
Hydraulic Tilt Bucket
Cuts precise drainage grooves (gunnels) along the edges of your driveway so water has a clear channel off the driving surface instead of pooling or running down the center.
Why it matters: Edge drainage is the most overlooked step in driveway repair. Without gunnels, even a perfectly crowned driveway traps water at the edges. Our hydraulic tilt bucket carves permanent drainage paths.
Vibratory Roller Compactor
Professional-grade compaction in a separate 2-pass process (base layer, then finish layer) that locks gravel into a dense, rut-resistant surface.
Why it matters: Without proper compaction, even perfectly graded gravel shifts under tire weight within weeks. We compact twice as a separate step — the step most contractors skip, and why their work doesn’t last.
How Our Gravel Driveway
Restoration Works
Data-driven recovery from start to finish. We measure before we quote, fix the right problem, and prove the result with a post-work scan.
50,000 data points. 0.3" accuracy. FREE through April 15 (a $149 value).
Grade Scan™ — We Measure First
Our LiDAR scanner captures 50,000+ elevation points across your driveway revealing the crown, drainage direction, and every problem zone. You get the data before any decision.
Diagnose — We Show You the Problem
You receive a PDF diagnostic report with an elevation heat map, problem zone severity ratings, and a fix confidence score. Most driveway problems look different than the root cause.
Fix — Drainage First, Then Surface
We correct the grade to a proper 3% crown, cut edge swales for drainage, and compact. If you chose Drive Refresh, fresh stone follows. One day, fixed price.
Certify — We Prove It's Right
Post-work LiDAR scan documents before vs. after crown improvement. Your certification report is your receipt — backed by a 12-month grade guarantee.
Gravel Driveway Repair
Across Northeast Ohio
GravelBoss serves homeowners and landowners across Northeast Ohio. We specialize in rural and semi-rural properties where gravel driveways are a way of life — not a temporary fix.
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Properties We Serve
- ✓Rural homes and country properties with long gravel driveways
- ✓Private lanes and shared access roads serving multiple homes
- ✓Small farms, hobby farms, and homesteads that need reliable all-weather access
- ✓Driveways for heavy-use vehicles, including delivery trucks, trailers, and farm equipment
- ✓Estate and vacation properties with seasonal maintenance needs
See the Difference
The question isn't why we cost more — it's why our work lasts longer.
| Feature | GravelBoss | Local Contractor | DIY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Precision GPS grading | Yes (GB 124) | No | No |
| LiDAR before/after report | Yes | No | No |
| Hillside grading | Yes (tilt mount) | No | No |
| Edge drainage (gunnels) | Yes (tilt bucket) | Rarely | No |
| Written guarantee | 90d / 6mo / 12mo | No | No |
| Professional compaction | 2-pass roller | Sometimes | Plate compactor |
| Crown engineering (3%) | GPS-verified | Eyeball | None |
| Done in one day | Yes | Usually | Weekend project |
See the Difference
Same driveway. Same day. Our equipment and process transforms failing gravel driveways into smooth, properly crowned surfaces that drain correctly.
What Our Customers Say
"Our driveway was nothing but potholes and standing water. GravelBoss had it completely regraded and looking brand new in about 5 hours. Fixed price, no surprises. Best money we've spent on the property."
"I was tired of filling potholes every spring just to have them come back by fall. GravelBoss actually fixed the drainage issue underneath — water runs off now instead of pooling. It's been 8 months and still looks perfect."
"We have a 600-foot driveway and every contractor wanted to charge us by the hour with no guarantee. GravelBoss gave us a flat rate, showed up on time, and finished in one day. Our UPS driver even commented on how nice it looks."
"The crew was professional, the equipment was impressive, and the result speaks for itself. Our gravel driveway hasn't looked this good since the day it was built. Highly recommend GravelBoss."
Gravel Driveway FAQs
You can — but it won't fix the problem. New gravel on top of a poorly graded driveway just means more gravel in the wrong places. Water still pools. Ruts still form. You'll need more gravel again next year. Proper grading first, then fresh stone if needed. That's why our Drive Restore (no new stone) is our most popular service — most driveways don't need more gravel. They need proper grading.
Not every driveway needs swales or ditches, but many do. If water runs down your driveway like a stream, you see gravel washing away after storms, or you have standing water that lingers, you'll benefit from side drainage. As part of our assessment, we look at your slope and soil and recommend simple swales or ditches where they'll actually help. Our Drive Rebuild tier includes edge drainage work as standard.
Most standard residential gravel driveway restorations are completed in a single day. We show up in the morning, and you're driving on a smooth, properly-graded driveway by afternoon. Longer private roads or projects with major drainage changes may take more than one day. We'll give you a clear time estimate with your quote — no surprises.
For driveways that regularly see heavy trucks — delivery vehicles, dump trucks, farm equipment — we recommend a layered approach: a thicker base of larger angular stone for strength, topped with a compactable surface mix that locks together under traffic. During your quote, we match the gravel type and depth to your soil, slope, and vehicle loads. Our GPS-precision grading and professional compaction ensure the surface holds up under heavy use.
Costs depend on driveway length, width, condition, and how much new material is needed. Drive Rake (essential maintenance) starts around $650. Drive Restore (full GPS regrading, no new stone) runs $1,200–$3,500 and is our most popular service. Drive Rebuild (regrading + fresh stone + drainage) runs $2,500–$6,000. After a site visit, we provide a fixed-price quote that includes grading, recommended drainage improvements, and material — no hourly rates or surprise charges.
And it looks great — for about three weeks. A tractor with a box blade can smooth the surface, but it can't set a precise crown for drainage, can't compact to prevent rutting, and can't carve drainage channels. That's why it washes out after the first heavy rain. Our work is guaranteed because our equipment and process are purpose-built for this — it's all we do.
Road graders scrape the surface. They push material to the sides and leave the underlying compacted base untouched. Our process goes deeper — the Ruckus Rake breaks up years of compaction and remixes your gravel from the bottom up. Then the GB 124 Smart Grader reshapes it to a precise 3% crown with GPS guidance. A road grader can't do either of those things on a residential driveway.
Yes — grading is what determines whether your driveway drains properly and holds up over time. Without proper grading, you're paying to fix the same problems year after year. A written guarantee means if the grading fails under normal use within the guarantee period, you're not paying twice to fix the same problem. That's why every GravelBoss project includes a written performance guarantee — 90 days, 6 months, or 12 months depending on your service.
Because we're not the other guy. We use five specialized implements where they use one. We grade with GPS precision where they eyeball it. We compact twice where they compact once (or not at all). We scan with LiDAR where they say 'looks good.' And we guarantee our work in writing where they don't. The question isn't why we cost more — it's why our work lasts longer.
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- ✓ Fixed pricing — no hourly rate surprises
- ✓ Homeowner must be present
- ✓ Proper grading with crown and drainage
- ✓ Most driveways completed in a single day
- ✓ Or get an instant estimate on our service pages
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