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#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.
Red Shredded Mulch
Red shredded bark and wood from hardwoods like oak, hickory, and maple. Good for gardening and landscaping. Helps hold moisture, block weeds, and adds a bold, red pop to your outdoors.
Garden Soil
Premium garden soil enriched with organic matter—essential for vigorous, healthy plant growth. Ideal for filling gardens, building raised beds, and enhancing tired or compacted soil. Fulfillment 20-40% organic is ideal
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 Amherst Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Amherst has a population of 20,100 and is experiencing steady, modest growth at about 0.40% annually. That level of growth usually translates to consistent demand for home improvement and small-scale construction projects rather than sudden booms, so homeowners can expect reliable access to local contractors and materials without sharp price spikes. The local climate—about 228 sunny days a year and roughly 33.50 inches of rain annually in a hardiness zone of 8b—creates a mix of conditions: plenty of sun, periodic heavy rains, and generally mild winters. Together these conditions drive demand for materials that manage moisture while standing up to UV exposure and everyday wear. For most Amherst projects, this means choosing materials for drainage, stable base layers, and low-maintenance surfacing, whether you are regrading a yard, building a patio base, or topping garden beds.Popular Projects in Amherst This Season
- Driveway Resurfacing12 tons of aggregate
- Backyard Pathway Install6 tons of base material
- Yard Grading & Drainage8 tons of fill dirt
- Garden Bed Prep5 tons of topsoil
- Residential Landscape Refresh7 tons of landscaping mix
Amherst Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West New York
- 🏘️ Population: 20,100
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.3+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 33.50 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.40% annually
Best Times for Amherst Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Conditions
- Feb–Apr: Spring Thaw Window
- May–Sept: Peak Project Season
- Dec–Jan: Winter Weather Limits
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Frequently Asked Questions - Amherst Gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Amherst.
Delivery cost depends on the material type and quantity, distance from local suppliers, and driveway or access complexity. Materials like gravel, sand, dirt, stone and delivery fees may also be impacted by truck size, required permits, and seasonal demand. Hello Gravel shows transparent pricing at checkout and can provide a quote based on your zip code and site details.
Choose materials and assemblies that promote drainage and resist movement during freeze-thaw cycles; good options include well-graded, compactable mixes with a stable base. Materials like gravel, sand, dirt, stone perform differently, so focus on drainage, proper depth, and compaction rather than a single product. Proper installation and base preparation are as important as the material choice for longevity.
Permit requirements vary by project and location; many simple residential deliveries need no permit, but large dumps, driveway alterations, or repeated heavy truck traffic can trigger permits or curb-cut approvals. Check with the Town of Amherst and any HOA for local rules, and tell Hello Gravel about special needs so we can coordinate with local haulers familiar with area regulations. If a permit is required, plan extra lead time before delivery.
Late spring through early fall is usually the most reliable window for deliveries and installation, since frozen ground and snow make placement and spreading harder in winter. Winter and early spring deliveries are possible but may face delays, extra fees, or limited spreading due to snow, ice, or frozen surfaces. Choose a delivery date in checkout and allow for the standard 2+ business days lead time.
Soils with high clay content retain water and can cause poor drainage and shifting; in those cases choose materials and assemblies that improve drainage and reduce frost heave. Materials like gravel, sand, dirt, stone can be used together—adding a coarse drainage layer, geotextile, and proper grading helps most applications. A quick site check for slope and runoff will guide depth and product choices.
Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons, and deliveries are typically made by tri-axle dump trucks, so you need sufficient turning space and a clear route from the street to the drop site. Note low-hanging wires, soft lawns, narrow streets, or tight driveways can affect drop location and may require short-haul or offload in a different place. Add site notes and photos at checkout so haulers can plan for safe access and any special equipment.
Freeze-thaw cycles and heavy precipitation accelerate movement, settling, and erosion if materials and installation do not account for drainage and compaction. Regular maintenance, correct grading, and choosing materials that shed water will extend service life for surfaces and beds. Expect more frequent touch-ups or top-ups in areas with heavy winter freeze-thaw activity.
Most surfaces require periodic maintenance: light regrading and top-up of loose materials every 1 to 3 years, weed control as needed, and occasional compaction or edging repairs after heavy storms or snowplow activity. Materials like gravel, sand, dirt, stone differ in how quickly they migrate or compact, so inspect annually and plan smaller touch-up deliveries rather than full replacements. Contractors can provide a maintenance schedule tailored to your site and usage.
Local roads can have posted weight limits, seasonal road bans, or time-of-day restrictions that affect heavy truck access, and oversized or overweight loads may require permits. Hello Gravel works with local haulers who know local rules, but you should mention narrow streets, private lanes, or cul-de-sacs when ordering. If permits are needed, factor in extra time for approvals and scheduling.
Contractors measure the project area and depth, convert to cubic yards or tons using typical conversion factors and a compaction allowance, and then add waste and edge allowances. Delivery fees are calculated from the tonnage, distance to the supplier, truck type, and site access complexity; difficult drops or additional services may increase cost. Use Hello Gravel’s material calculator or share project dimensions to get a clear estimate and a delivery quote.
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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