Gravel, Sand & Bulk Material Delivery in Huntsville, AL

Start by matching the material to the project use, traffic load, and drainage needs; for example, harder, angular materials work better under vehicle traffic while looser materials are fine for garden paths. Consider local conditions and budget, and remember common bulk options include gravel, sand, dirt, stone which are sourced regionally and can vary in color and texture. Use a material calculator or contact our team to estimate quantities and get recommendations for base layers and compaction.

Huntsville has a humid subtropical climate with warm, wet summers and occasional freeze events in winter, so materials must resist erosion from heavy rain and hold up to moisture cycles. Good drainage, proper grading, and compacted base layers reduce washout and settling over time. Expect regional variations in material behavior and plan for erosion control where runoff concentrates.

Soil type and drainage are critical: clay soils hold water and may require better base preparation, while sandy soils drain easily but may shift under load. Improve performance by grading for runoff, adding a compacted base or geotextile fabric, and selecting materials that lock together for stability. If you have a known drainage problem, consider combining bulk materials with drains or retaining features to manage water.

Homeowners and contractors use bulk materials for driveways, parking pads, patios, walkways, garden beds, erosion control, backfill, and drainage trenches. Each project has different thickness and compaction needs, so plan depth and subbase accordingly. Our product descriptions and calculators help translate a project type into a realistic quantity estimate.

Yes. Avoid deliveries during heavy rain or saturated ground to reduce spreading problems and uneven settling; spring and fall often offer the most workable conditions. Delivery availability can vary with weather, so schedule in advance and allow extra time during wet seasons. For frost-sensitive installs, delay final grading until stable, drier conditions.

Standard delivery requires at least 2 business days for scheduling, and next-day delivery is often available for orders placed before noon CST with an additional fee. We work with local haulers and tri-axle dump trucks; minimum orders are generally 3 tons and material availability reflects regional sourcing. Tailgate spreading can be requested at checkout but is performed at the driver's discretion and is not guaranteed.

Delivery fees depend on distance, access, and site conditions; many urban and suburban Huntsville zip codes qualify for free delivery while remote or difficult-access locations may incur extra charges. Check your zip code at checkout to see available suppliers and any additional fees. If a site has limited access, steep grades, or requires special equipment, expect a potential surcharge to cover the extra handling.

Measure the project area (length and width) and decide on the desired depth, then use a material calculator to convert cubic feet or yards to tons based on the material density. For a quick check, our online calculator and aggregate quiz give ballpark figures, and our sales team can review complicated jobs by phone or text. Always add 5-10% for waste, compaction, and grading adjustments.

Permit and HOA rules vary by location and project type; driveway expansions, new impervious surfaces, and major grading changes often trigger City of Huntsville permits or stormwater reviews. Check with the Huntsville municipal offices and your HOA early in the planning phase to avoid delays, and keep permit conditions in mind when selecting materials and drainage solutions. If you need guidance, contact our team for general advice, but always confirm requirements with local authorities.

Use layered approaches like a compacted base, geotextile fabric, retaining edges, and proper grading to direct water away from structures and reduce washout. Vegetation, mulch, and strategically placed aggregates can slow runoff and stabilize slopes, while drains or French drains handle concentrated flows. Because Huntsville gets heavy storms, plan for temporary erosion control during and after construction until plants are established.

Contact our customer service team as soon as possible if you need to change or cancel an order; modifications are easier before the order is processed or dispatched. We will do our best to accommodate requests but cannot guarantee changes after trucks are scheduled. If there are delivery issues or material concerns, report them promptly so we can work toward a satisfactory resolution per our policies.

A professional dump truck driver from a contracted carrier will deliver the material to the address you provided and will place material where safe and accessible, taking into account driveway strength and overhead obstacles. You can request tailgate spreading at checkout, but drivers decide on arrival whether it is safe to perform and the service is not guaranteed. Inspect the delivered material and site conditions, and contact customer service quickly if anything looks incorrect.

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.