Known for its natural look, this compact, durable material drains well and holds up in high-traffic areas. Made from crushed and weathered granite down to a mix of fine gravel and sand—best for patios, paths, driveways, and landscape projects. Can range in color from light brown and tan to reddish and gray, depending on the natural stone color in the region.
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Decomposed Granite
Known for its natural look, this compact, durable material drains well and holds up in high-traffic areas. Made from crushed and weathered granite down to a mix of fine gravel and sand—best for patios, paths, driveways, and landscape projects. Can range in color from light brown and tan to reddish and gray, depending on the natural stone color in the region.
Walkway Gravel
A smaller ⅜” crushed stone that is great for paths, patios, and garden walkways. Comfortable under foot thanks to its smaller size, and creates a beautiful garden-like atmosphere.
Road Base
(Class 5 | ABC | Crusher Run) A mixture of crushed limestone or granite, gravel, and sand, ranging from 1 ½” in size down to fines (small particles). Commonly used for constructing roads, driveway bases, parking lots, and other paved and unpaved surfaces. Intended to be compacted, hence the inclusion of fines within the material to provide support and be resistant to erosion and shifting.
Driveway Gravel
A ¾”-1” clean, crushed stone ideal for rejuvenating worn down gravel driveways, or for installing a fresh new driveway on your property. Aesthetically pleasing and functional!
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Why Atascadero Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Atascadero is a mid-sized California city with a city population of 30,329, sitting inside a broader metro that serves 2.5+ million residents. With a modest growth rate of 0.40% annually and a climate that averages 228 sunny days a year and 34.25 inches of rainfall, homeowners here balance sun-loving landscaping with the need to manage seasonal runoff. That steady, measured growth drives continued demand for outdoor improvements—driveways, patios, raised beds, and drainage upgrades—so homeowners look for reliable, long-lasting aggregates. Gravel is a go-to material because it provides immediate stability, helps control erosion, and pairs well with local plantings in hardiness zone 8b. Local projects often favor materials that stand up to both sun exposure and periodic wet seasons, which makes choosing the right gravel and supplier important. Gravel in Atascadero performs double duty: it sheds water during rainy periods while allowing enough permeability to reduce pooling, and it resists breaking down under strong sun. Depending on the project—paths, driveways, French drains, or decorative beds—homeowners often choose angular crushed gravel for compaction and traction or rounded gravel for walkability and aesthetics. Hello Gravel connects Atascadero homeowners with vetted local suppliers and professional dump truck fleets, offers transparent pricing and scheduled delivery windows, and makes it simple to pick the right gravel and arrange delivery that fits your project timeline. Request tailgate spreading at checkout; drivers may perform it at their discretion upon arrival.Popular Projects in Atascadero This Season
- Gravel Driveway Resurfacing50 tons
- Gravel Backyard Patio8 tons
- Gravel Garden Path6 tons
- Gravel French Drain Fill4 tons
- Gravel Shed Base10 tons
Atascadero Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West California
- 🏘️ Population: 30,329
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.25 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.40% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Atascadero Projects
- Oct–Nov: Good Fall Compaction
- Feb–Apr: High Moisture Risk
- May–Sept: Dry Season Optimal
- Dec–Jan: Winter Wet Limits
Summer Tip: For Atascadero yards, pick a gravel with good drainage characteristics and coordinate delivery around seasonal projects—order early in the week to avoid weekend scheduling conflicts.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Atascadero gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Atascadero.
Local retail plus delivered prices vary by material and distance, but typical ranges in Atascadero are roughly: pea gravel $40-$80 per ton, crushed rock (3/4") $30-$60 per ton, and decomposed granite $35-$70 per ton. Final price depends on exact material, delivery distance, and minimum order; get a zip-code quote for exact pricing.
For driveways use angular crushed rock (3/4" minus or 3/4" clean) with a compacted base for strength; pea gravel looks nice but moves under traffic. Pathways often use decomposed granite (DG) or compactable fines for a firm walking surface. For drainage use open-graded rock or clean washed stone (1" to 2") to keep water flowing.
Atascadero and San Luis Obispo County have local landscape yards, quarries, and contractors that sell and deliver gravel; Hello Gravel connects you to these local suppliers. Many yards will sell small amounts for pickup, but truck deliveries commonly start at about 3 tons; Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons, so check product pages for exact minimums.
A common 2-car driveway (about 20 ft by 40 ft) requires roughly 10 to 15 cubic yards of gravel for a 4"–6" surface, which is about 14–21 tons (1 cu yd ≈ 1.4 tons). A 100 ft pathway 3 ft wide at 2" depth is about 1.8 cubic yards or roughly 2.5 tons. Add 10–20% extra for compaction, slope, and waste when ordering on hilly lots like those around Atascadero.
Gravel performs well in dry heat but can generate dust and shift without maintenance; hot summers dry binders and increase loose fines. Heavy rains can cause rutting and erosion on slopes unless you have proper grading, base rock, and edge restraints. Plan for periodic regrading, topping up every few years, and good drainage design to keep a stable surface.
Gravel is usually the lowest upfront cost and provides excellent drainage, which helps in Atascadero’s rolling terrain, but it needs more regular maintenance than asphalt or concrete. Asphalt and concrete cost more initially, give a smoother low-maintenance surface, and can better resist washouts, but they reduce permeability. Pavers are the most expensive upfront but offer durability and aesthetics with good drainage options if designed for it.
Requirements vary: City of Atascadero rules and local HOAs can have restrictions on driveway material, setbacks, and visible landscaping changes. Replacing lawn with gravel may trigger HOA design rules or require a permit if you alter drainage or the driveway apron. Check with the Atascadero Planning Department and your HOA before ordering to avoid delays or required changes.
For erosion control on slopes use a firm compacted base of 2–4" crushed rock or road base, then 3–4" of compactable surface material (DG for paths, 4–6" for driveways). Add geotextile fabric under the base to separate soils and improve stability on steep grades. Combine with terraces, edging, and proper drainage swales to reduce runoff and washouts.
Typical Hello Gravel delivery lead time is 2+ business days for standard delivery, with next-day options sometimes available for orders placed early; however regional quarry or truck availability can extend lead times. Expect longer waits during wet weather, peak landscaping season, or after major storms that strain local supply. Order early and confirm delivery windows if you have a tight schedule.
Common local solutions include geotextile fabric, gravel grids or paver cells, and polymeric binders or resin-bound systems to lock particles in place and reduce dust. Decomposed granite mixed with a stabilizer or compacted crushed rock gives firmer walking surfaces. Discuss options with suppliers—some are better for driveways, others for walkways and patios.
Hello Gravel partners use local dump trucks and drivers may offer tailgate spreading at their discretion; you can request spreading at checkout but it is not guaranteed. Expect drivers to assess access, safety, and slope on arrival; for precise spreading or smoothing plan to hire a landscape contractor or request a spreading crew through your supplier.
As of today, we require 2 business days for delivery.
Use our material calculator here: https://hellogravel.com/calculator/ to enter the length, width and depth measurements of your project. It will automatically calculate the cubic yards/tons needed. If you are unsure how much to order, contact our team for guidance.
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The material will be delivered via dump truck. If your order is under 20 tons, then it will likely be just one dump truck load. If your order is more than 20 tons, it will be more than one dump truck load.
Absolutely! Try our aggregate quiz here: https://hellogravel.com/aggregate-quiz/ Alternatively,you can call us, chat with us (box in the bottom right corner of the website), or email us!
We cannot get out of the truck and manually spread it. However, depending on the location, safety, and comfortability of the driver – we may be able to tailgate spread your material. This involves pulling the truck forward as material is being dumped to make it easier for you to distribute material after delivery.
The minimum order size is 3 tons.
Hassle Free! Our goal is to make the buying process for gravel and other aggregates as easy and seamless as possible. Enter your zip code on our site, select how much material you need (see below FAQ’s to determine order size), select the date and time frame you would like your material delivered at Checkout, and place your order with any major credit card. After the order is placed our in-house support team will contact you to confirm the details. We will send additional confirmations on the day before and the day of delivery. On delivery day, a dump truck will arrive to dump the materials at your specified location. We request that you have someone available to accept the delivery so that we can make sure to dump it in the correct location. That’s it!
No, because we are a national supplier, we utilize our existing network of suppliers across the country. Therefore, the materials will likely be delivered from a contracted trucking company.
We specialize in making the aggregate buying process as easy and seamless as possible by managing the process from end to end. We have a network of suppliers that we source the materials from where we have negotiated rates. However, we do charge a markup and because of this you may be able to find the materials cheaper on your own. But if you want a hassle free experience, then we are for you!
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Although uncommon, due to regional sourcing, the type and color of our materials may vary somewhat from the images on our website, reflecting the unique geological offerings of your area. Please communicate any specifications you desire to our team so we can consider them during the sourcing process.
Please contact our customer service team promptly if you experience any delivery or product quality issues. We will work to resolve them satisfactorily.
We are headquartered in New Orleans, LA. However, we have a network of suppliers across the country from which we provide the materials.
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