Gravel, Sand & Bulk Material Delivery in Daphne, AL

Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers who deliver by dump truck within Daphne and nearby zip codes. Minimum orders are generally 3 tons, standard delivery is 2+ business days, and next-day delivery is often available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Lead time and delivery eligibility depend on your zip code, access, and supplier schedules.

Choose materials based on function: coarser aggregates manage drainage better, finer materials are easier to compact and level, and blended mixes provide a balance of both. Consider the project surface, slope, and whether you need load-bearing strength or permeability. If unsure, use Hello Gravel’s material quiz or contact the team for guidance tailored to your project.

Daphne has a humid, subtropical climate with warm temperatures and regular rainfall, which can affect compaction, settling, and drainage. Schedule heavy placement and compaction during drier periods to reduce delays and achieve better results. Also plan for erosion control and proper drainage design when working in rainy seasons.

Coastal and river-influenced areas near Daphne often have wetter soils and a higher water table, so choose materials and installation methods that promote drainage and reduce settling. Use coarser base layers to improve runoff and avoid relying solely on fine fill in low-lying spots. If you suspect poor soils, consider a small test area or consult a contractor before ordering large volumes.

Some neighborhoods and local roads may have weight limits, narrow streets, or HOA rules that affect dump truck deliveries. Check with Daphne city public works and your HOA for permit or staging requirements, and let Hello Gravel know about any restrictions at checkout. Drivers and suppliers may apply alternate routing, smaller trucks, or extra charges if special permits or escorts are required.

Plan major material deliveries and heavy grading during the drier months and outside the peak summer storm season to reduce weather-related delays. Late fall through spring often offer more consistent working conditions, but local weather varies year to year. Always check the forecast before scheduling and consider booking a flexible delivery date if possible.

Many HOAs and some city neighborhoods have rules about visible driveway or landscaping materials, curb cuts, and front-yard changes. Check your HOA covenants and contact Daphne city offices for any permit requirements before placing an order. When in doubt, upload photos or notes at checkout and our team can help flag potential issues.

Driveway width, overhead lines, steep grades, soft ground, and limited turnaround space can all affect delivery options and truck size. Take photos of the access route and note obstacles when ordering so the supplier can choose an appropriate truck and staging plan. In tight sites, a smaller truck or hand-spreading plan may be necessary and could affect pricing.

Tailgate spreading may be offered at the driver’s discretion and can be requested at checkout, but it is not guaranteed. Suppliers and local contractors often offer paid services like professional spreading, grading, compaction, or old material removal; pricing varies by scope and equipment. Ask for a local quote for installation services or note your needs and Hello Gravel will help connect you with providers.

Delivered costs vary by material type, local availability, distance from the supplier, and project size, so it is hard to give a single number. Smaller orders and long hauls increase per-ton or per-cubic-yard costs, while larger orders typically lower unit price. Use Hello Gravel’s checkout to get upfront, location-specific pricing and compare suppliers for the best option.

Measure the area (length x width) and decide the depth in inches, then use a material calculator or the Hello Gravel estimator to convert to cubic yards or tons. A common rule is to add 5-10% extra for compaction and waste when spreading or grading. If you need help, upload project dimensions or photos and our team can verify quantities.

Contact Hello Gravel as soon as possible—changes are easier before the order is dispatched. We will work with the supplier and hauler to accommodate requests where possible, but modifications may be limited once trucks are scheduled and may incur fees. Review your order confirmation for specific timing and contact options.

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.