Gravel in Dale City, VA

Typical delivered cost for construction-type gravel in Dale City usually ranges from about $30 to $60 per ton, depending on the gravel type, supplier, and delivery distance. Smaller orders and special delivery requirements can push the price higher; Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum and shows final pricing at checkout.

Dale City is served by regional quarries and landscape supply yards across Prince William County and Northern Virginia that deliver bulk gravel. To see specific suppliers and real-time pricing for your zip code, use Hello Gravel’s checkout or contact our team and we will connect you with trusted local haulers.

Common choices in the Dale City area include 3/4" crushed stone or #57 crushed stone for driveways, and pea gravel or 1/4" to 3/8" decorative gravel for patios. Many homeowners use a compactable base mix (like 3/4" minus) under a top layer of #57 or pea gravel for a stable, well-draining surface.

Dale City’s clay-heavy soils and seasonal freeze-thaw cycles can lead to potholes, rutting, and washout if drainage and base are inadequate. Proper subgrade preparation, a compacted stone base, and good surface drainage are essential to limit frost heave and water-related damage.

Estimated delivered amounts: a 1-car driveway (approx. 12'x20') at 3-4" depth needs about 2.2 to 3.0 cubic yards (roughly 3 to 4.5 tons); a 2-car driveway (20'x20') at 3-4" depth needs about 3.7 to 4.9 cubic yards (roughly 5 to 7 tons); a 10'x10' patio at 3-4" depth needs about 0.9 to 1.2 cubic yards (roughly 1.3 to 1.7 tons). Always order about 10% extra to allow for compaction and grading, and remember Hello Gravel’s 3-ton minimum.

Rules vary: HOAs in Dale City may have design restrictions or bans on exposed gravel in front yards, so check your HOA covenants before ordering. For county rules, contact Prince William County Development Services for driveway permits or right-of-way work; if you alter a curb or public drainage you may need approval.

Routine maintenance includes annual grading to remove ruts, adding topping material every 2-5 years, and addressing drainage issues quickly. With proper base, drainage, and upkeep, a gravel driveway in Dale City can last 10 to 20 years, though heavier traffic and poor drainage shorten that lifespan.

Gravel has the lowest upfront cost and fastest installation compared with asphalt or pavers, but it requires more ongoing maintenance and typically has a shorter lifespan. Asphalt and pavers cost more initially but can deliver lower lifetime maintenance and higher curb appeal; choose based on budget, expected traffic, and long-term plans.

Most deliveries are by tri-axle dump trucks and need enough turning room and at least 12-16 feet of vertical and horizontal clearance; narrow streets, low branches, cul-de-sacs, or weight limits on private drives can restrict truck access. When ordering on Hello Gravel, note delivery access in Order Notes and our team will coordinate with the hauler; tailgate spreading may be available at the driver’s discretion.

Excavate to firm subgrade, install geotextile fabric if soils are soft, and lay 4-6" of crushed stone base compacted in lifts before a 2-3" top layer of finished gravel. Create a crown (slight center rise) for runoff, install edge restraints, and use culverts or French drains where water concentrates to prevent washout on Prince William County slopes and clay soils.

Because material color and texture vary by local quarries, add color or size preferences in your Order Notes and request photos from the supplier if color match matters. Schedule deliveries in drier weather when possible, order the minimum 3 tons for small projects from Hello Gravel, and confirm any spreading service at checkout since drivers perform it only if safe and feasible.

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.

Please type in your zip code on any product screen and it will let you know if we service your area. The chances are that we do!

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!

Please fill out the Quote Request form and we will work up a quote for you! https://hellogravel.com/quote-form/

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.