Rock Installation in Chandler, AZ

A full installation means we handle the entire scope from start to finish: site preparation (clearing existing vegetation or old material if needed, grading and leveling), commercial-grade weed barrier installation, edging or border installation where needed, material delivery, and raking and compacting the rock or DG to the correct depth. We typically install DG at 2–3 inches depth for paths and high-traffic areas, and 3–4 inches for full ground cover. The result is a finished yard, not a pile of rock dropped in a driveway.

For contractor-handled installation, pricing depends on the square footage, depth, material type, and how much site prep is needed. DG installation in Chandler typically runs $3–$5+ per square foot installed. Decorative rock runs $3.50–$6+ per square foot. A full front yard conversion — rock, weed barrier, and edging — commonly runs $2,500–$6,500+ for a typical Chandler home. We give free written estimates — no charge to come out and assess the yard.

Decomposed granite (DG) is finely crushed granite that compacts firmly underfoot — it's the go-to material for paths, driveways, and full-coverage planting areas where a smooth, walkable surface is the goal. Landscape rock (river rock, pea gravel, rip-rap, decorative boulders) is coarser and looser, used for visual interest in planting beds, around pools, and in drainage channels. Many Chandler yards use both: DG in high-traffic or walkable areas, decorative rock for beds and borders. We can advise on the best material for each zone based on how the yard is used.

Yes — and it's often the most cost-efficient approach. LandUp regularly installs rock alongside turf borders, paver patios, and concrete areas as part of a single project. Combining them means one mobilization, one crew, and one project schedule instead of two separate jobs. Combined projects also result in cleaner transitions between materials — turf-to-rock borders and paver-to-DG edges are done right the first time rather than patched together later.

Yes, and the quality of the weed barrier matters. Without a barrier, bermuda grass and weeds push through rock within a season in Chandler's warm soil and intense sun. We install commercial-grade non-woven polypropylene fabric — not the thin paper-backed material common in home improvement stores. We also overlap seams correctly and pin edges before rock is placed, which is where most DIY installations fail. The barrier is what makes the difference between a yard that stays clean for several years and one you're weeding every month.