Gravel, Sand & Bulk Material Delivery in Auburn, AL

Simple residential driveway or small landscaping projects often do not require a permit, but rules vary by jurisdiction. Before you start, check with Auburn city or Lee County permitting offices and your HOA or historic district if applicable, since larger projects, curb cuts, or changes to stormwater flow can trigger permit or inspection requirements.

Choose materials that promote drainage and stability given Auburn's clay soils and seasonal rain. Look for well-draining mixes and angular/graded aggregates for base layers, coarser material for drainage trenches, and finer top layers only where needed; geotextile fabric and proper compaction are often recommended to reduce mixing with clay.

Use a material calculator to convert area and desired depth into tons—Hello Gravel's calculator can help. As a rule of thumb, a two-car driveway 100 feet long often requires multiple loads (typically tens of tons) depending on depth and base design, and you should plan for a bit of extra material for grading and compaction.

Delivered price depends on material type, local availability, distance from the quarry, and load size; installation adds grading, compaction, edge restraints, and labor. For a clearer estimate, get an online quote from suppliers, use our calculator for quantities, and request local installed bids since prices vary across zip codes and seasons.

Demand tends to be highest in growing residential neighborhoods, areas with long driveways, and zones near Auburn University and new developments. Zip codes with frequent projects often include 36830, 36831, and nearby codes, but demand can shift with local construction and renovation activity.

Standard delivery is typically 2 or more business days from order, with a next-day option available for orders placed before noon CST for an additional fee. Lead times can lengthen during busy seasons, large commercial jobs, or adverse weather, so plan ahead and choose your preferred delivery date at checkout.

Drivers may offer tailgate spreading at their discretion, but Hello Gravel does not guarantee spreading services. If you want spreading, request it in the order notes and be prepared for the driver to assess access and safety when they arrive.

Some HOAs and historic districts do have rules about driveway surfacing, color, and permeability, which can affect material choice. Always review HOA covenants or contact the neighborhood architectural review board before ordering materials to avoid extra costs or rework.

Excavate to a firm subgrade, install geotextile where needed, and build a well-draining base in compacted lifts—commonly 4 to 6 inches for light residential use and thicker for heavy traffic. Provide a slight crown or slope for drainage, edge restraints to prevent spreading, and use mechanical compaction between lifts for a longer-lasting surface.

Yes—local suppliers and contractor partners often offer volume discounts for large orders and may provide contractor pricing for repeat business. Financing options are less common for materials alone but may be available through contractors or third-party lenders for larger construction projects; ask your sales rep for available discounts or payment plans.

Auburn's warm, humid climate and spring/fall rain events mean the best time to install is during drier months or after a sustained dry spell to ensure good compaction. Avoid scheduling major deliveries during heavy rain periods or when the ground is saturated to prevent rutting and poor bonding with the base.

Large residential or commercial projects frequently require permits, and contractors should carry appropriate liability insurance and, for public or commercial work, licensing and bonding as required by local authorities. Homeowners planning a big project should verify permit requirements with the city or county and confirm contractor credentials before work begins.

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.