Related Materials Available in Columbia, MO
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Crushed Concrete
Recycled concrete aggregate for construction & landscaping. Often used for road base and sub-base applications, as fill material, and for erosion control. Typically 1 ½” down to fines.
3/8″ Crushed Stone
(#89 Stone) A smaller crushed stone perfect for walkways and more decorative applications. Pathways will come to life with garden-like aesthetics and be comfortable under foot. Also suitable for various groundcover applications, as an underlayment for patio paver and turf projects, for playground surfacing and for filling gaps between larger stones.
Black Shredded Mulch
Rich black shredded hardwood mulch made from oak, hickory, and maple. Holds in moisture, blocks weeds, and gives your garden beds a bold look that makes green plants and colorful flowers stand out.
#57 Crushed Stone
Multi-use crushed stone for home & landscape projects. Ranging from ¾” to 1” in size, #57 stone is a versatile product used for concrete production, drainage applications, driveways, parking lots, and as base material under slabs and footings. Large enough to provide drainage but small enough to lock together when applied and create a stable base and a relatively smooth surface.
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.
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Why Columbia Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Columbia, Missouri, with a city population of 122,675 and a metro area that supports 2.6+ million people, is in a period of steady, measured expansion — a growth rate of 0.40% annually — that translates into consistent, predictable demand for home improvements and smaller-scale construction projects. That steady growth favors ongoing driveway repairs, landscaping upgrades, and yard-focused construction rather than rapid large-scale building booms, so homeowners and local contractors need reliable access to bulk materials on dependable schedules. Columbia's climate — about 228/year sunny days and 34.25 inches of annual rainfall — combined with a hardiness zone of 8b, creates a need for materials that balance drainage, moisture retention, and sun tolerance: base aggregates for stable surfaces, soils and topsoil mixes for planting beds, sand for grading, and mulch or stone to control erosion. Because regional sourcing influences texture and color, choosing quality bulk materials that match local conditions reduces rework and improves long-term performance.Popular Projects in Columbia This Season
- Driveway Resurfacing20 tons of aggregate
- Backyard Grading & Drainage15 tons of fill dirt
- Garden Bed Installation8 tons of topsoil
- Walkway & Patio Prep12 tons of base material
- Erosion Control & Slope Stabilization10 tons of fill material
Columbia Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: Columbia, Missouri
- 🏘️ Population: 122,675
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.6+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.25 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.40% annually
Best Times for Columbia Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Conditions
- Feb–Apr: Spring Prep Window
- May–Sept: Peak Project Season
- Dec–Jan: Winter Weather Limits
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Frequently Asked Questions - Columbia Gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Columbia.
Homeowners in Columbia commonly choose a mix of gravel, sand, dirt, and stone depending on the job. For driveways and load-bearing surfaces, coarser, angular aggregates are popular for stability and drainage; for top dressing, planting beds, or leveling, finer mixes and screened dirt or sand are common. Consider look, drainage needs, and how often you will maintain the surface when choosing materials.
Pick materials that match the slope and soil conditions where you are working: well-draining aggregates are better on slopes and around downspouts, while denser fills help stabilize low spots. Using a layered approach—geotextile, coarse base, then finer finish material—can help with drainage and erosion without overcomplicating the project. If your site has clay or low-permeability soils, prioritize drainage improvements and place materials to direct water away from structures.
Freeze-thaw cycles can cause settling, heaving, and surface washout, especially for loose or poorly compacted materials. Good grading, proper drainage, and occasional spot-topping (adding material to low areas) reduce long-term maintenance. Plan for periodic maintenance in spring and fall, after winter weather, to address ruts and displaced material.
The best time is typically late spring through early fall when ground is driest and crews have fewer weather delays. Avoid scheduling heavy deliveries during freeze-thaw periods or after heavy rains when access may be muddy and trucks can cause damage. If you need faster service, Hello Gravel offers next-day delivery options for orders placed before noon CST with an added fee.
Yes—many local suppliers and contracted haulers deliver to residential addresses in the Columbia area using dump trucks. Hello Gravel coordinates delivery and offers optional tailgate spreading at the driver's discretion, but spreading is not guaranteed and depends on safety and site conditions. Minimum orders and truck size (typically tri-axle) may apply, so plan deliveries around the required minimum and access limitations.
Check city building and zoning rules as well as any HOA covenants before starting work; restrictions can cover driveway width, curb cuts, surface materials, or visible finishes. Simple landscaping or material deliveries often won’t need a permit, but substantial driveway replacements, grading changes, or curb modifications may. When in doubt, contact Columbia city permitting or your HOA to confirm requirements before ordering materials.
Contractors typically include labor, equipment, site prep, grading, compaction, and disposal in their bids, so turnkey prices are higher than buying material only. DIY material-only purchases reduce cost but you must account for equipment rental, time, and skill for proper installation and compaction. Get multiple quotes, and use Hello Gravel’s material calculator to estimate material volumes before comparing contractor bids.
Calculate volume by area and depth: one cubic yard equals 27 cubic feet, so coverage in square feet equals 324 divided by depth in inches (for example, 81 sq ft at 4 inches deep). Tonnage varies by material and moisture, so use Hello Gravel’s material calculator or request an estimate to convert cubic yards to tons for your specific material. Remember Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons, so plan projects or combine smaller jobs when possible.
Clear a stable path and turning area for the dump truck, remove or mark obstacles (landscaping, irrigation, low branches), and protect areas you don’t want truck traffic to cross. Confirm the delivery location in the order notes, choose a delivery date, and tell neighbors if a large truck will block access. If you want spreading, request it at checkout and understand the driver will assess whether spreading is safe and feasible on arrival.
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!
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.
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