Gravel, Sand & Bulk Material Delivery in Alexandria, AL

For driveways, walkways, patios, and basic grading, homeowners in Alexandria commonly choose from gravel, sand, dirt, and stone depending on the job. Choose coarser, well-draining mixes for driveways and grade-sensitive areas, and finer materials for leveling or planting beds. Consider local appearance and availability since regional sourcing in West Alabama can change color and texture.

Think about drainage, load, and appearance: materials that compact and shed water are better for driveways, while looser, finer materials work for garden beds and planting areas. Also consider maintenance and edging needs—driveway materials often require occasional top-ups, while landscaping mixes are designed to support plant growth. When in doubt, use our material quiz or contact our team for project-specific guidance.

In Alexandria's hot, humid climate with clay-prone soils, choose materials that promote drainage and resist rutting when compacted. Mixes with angular particles or a blend that improves permeability will reduce standing water and help with erosion control. Keep in mind regional variations mean similar product names can behave differently, so ask about local supplier recommendations.

Spring through early fall is usually best for grading, driveway work, and landscaping because ground conditions are more stable and crews are readily available. Avoid scheduling heavy grading during periods of heavy rain or immediately after a wet season since clay soils can be difficult to work when saturated. If you need winter delivery, plan for shorter daylight and possible frost delays.

Yes, many suppliers and haulers in our network deliver to rural and unincorporated areas near Alexandria, but availability depends on the supplier's service area and road access. Delivery fees or minimums may be higher when drive time or off-road handling is significant. Enter your zip code at checkout or contact our team to confirm delivery availability and any extra charges.

Measure the area in feet, decide the target depth in inches, then use a volume calculator to convert to cubic yards or tons—our online calculator can do this for you. As a rule of thumb, add 5-10% for compaction and waste on most projects. If you are unsure, send dimensions or photos and our team can help refine the estimate.

Yes, check with the City of Alexandria, Calhoun County (if applicable), and any homeowners association before changing driveways or visible landscaping, since local codes and HOAs may have rules about materials, curb cuts, and drainage. Permits are more likely for driveway expansions, new curb cuts, or projects that alter drainage. If you need help, we recommend confirming requirements early to avoid rework or fines.

Deliveries are typically made by dump truck; the driver will place material where access allows and at their discretion for safety. Standard delivery is 2+ business days and next-day options are available for orders placed before noon CST with an additional fee. Request tailgate spreading at checkout, but understand drivers may decline based on site conditions and safety—no spreading guarantees are provided.

Hello Gravel has a minimum order of 3 tons, and many nearby deliveries are offered free or at a flat local rate depending on supplier distance. When a fee applies in West Alabama, it often ranges from about $50 to $200 depending on distance, quantity, and access, but exact costs vary by zip code and supplier. Use the checkout to get a real-time quote for your Alexandria zip code.

Contractors in West Alabama commonly charge either an hourly rate or a flat price for grading and spreading; small jobs may run around $40 to $75 per hour, while larger driveway installs or grading projects can range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars depending on scope. Get multiple estimates and ask whether labor includes compaction, hauling of old material, and cleanup. If you prefer, we can coordinate delivery timing to match your contractor's schedule.

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.