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Fill Dirt
Versatile, lower-grade soil commonly used for volume and elevation changes in various construction and landscaping projects. Great for leveling or grading ground, backfilling pools and filling ditches, and evening out low points or depressions on your property.
River Rock
Naturally rounded, decorative stone for landscaping, garden beds, and water features. Typically 1-2” in size, with options for larger sizes upon request. Comes in a variety of colors that vary based on location and natural stone availability, so please be sure to specify if you have color preferences.
Black Shredded Mulch
Rich black shredded hardwood mulch made from oak, hickory, and maple. Holds in moisture, blocks weeds, and gives your garden beds a bold look that makes green plants and colorful flowers stand out.
3/8″ Natural Pea Gravel
Decorative and functional landscaping gravel. Small, naturally rounded stones create an aesthetic appeal when used for pathways, plant beds and garden borders. Also great for water features, rock gardens, dog runs and playground surfacing.
Drain Rock
A larger 1 ½” crushed gravel that allows for water flow and drainage, preventing accumulation and pooling when properly installed. Perfect for french drains and other drainage applications, around utility lines, septic systems, sump pump basins and drainage pits.
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Why Alorton Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Alorton is a community of 17,937 residents located within a metropolitan area of 2.6+ million people that is expanding at about 1.20% annually. That steady growth translates into ongoing demand for residential and light commercial projects—driveways, patios, landscape beds, and drainage upgrades—so homeowners should expect more local construction activity and renovation over time. In a climate defined by hardiness zone 8b, roughly 228 sunny days per year, and annual rainfall of 35.50 inches, material selection needs to balance wet-season drainage with dry-season UV exposure and heat. Choosing the right bulk materials—well-graded aggregates, stable topsoils, moisture-retentive mulches, and engineered sands—helps ensure surfaces compact properly, planted areas retain moisture, and erosion is minimized. Quality materials reduce maintenance and improve long-term performance in Alorton’s specific conditions. Local weather patterns and soil behavior create practical challenges: alternating wet and dry periods can cause settling, washouts, and surface rutting when materials are mismatched to the site. Particle size, drainage capacity, and organic content all affect how a material performs here compared with other regions, so homeowners should pick materials suited to local climate and project goals rather than one-size-fits-all products. Hello Gravel’s regional sourcing, scheduled deliveries, and material guidance help homeowners match quantities and specifications to Alorton’s rainfall, sunny-day frequency, and steady growth-driven construction needs, simplifying decisions and reducing costly rework.Popular Projects in Alorton This Season
- Driveway Resurfacing15 tons of base material
- Pathway Construction12 tons of aggregate
- Backyard Grading & Drainage10 tons of fill dirt
- Garden Bed Installation6 tons of topsoil
- Landscape Makeover8 tons of landscaping mix
Alorton Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West Illinois
- 🏘️ Population: 17,937
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.6+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 35.50 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 1.20% annually
Best Times for Alorton Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Conditions
- Feb–Apr: Variable Wet Conditions
- May–Sept: Peak Project Season
- Dec–Jan: Winter Weather Limits
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Frequently Asked Questions - Alorton Gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Alorton.
Choose materials that compact well and shed water to resist frost and traffic. In West Illinois conditions, a well-graded base topped with a stable surface from the group gravel, sand, dirt, stone is common; the right choice depends on drainage needs, load, and maintenance preferences. Ask our team to help match a material blend to your driveway use and local soil.
Measure the area in square feet and multiply by the desired depth in feet to get cubic feet, then divide by 27 to convert to cubic yards. For example, a 20 ft by 10 ft area at 4 inches deep is about 2.5 cubic yards; use our online material calculator or call for help if you prefer tons or need compaction factors. Always add 10% for compaction and waste.
Prices vary by material, quantity, and local supplier rates, so we recommend getting a quote for precise pricing. Hello Gravel provides clear pricing in checkout and requires a 3-ton minimum order; factors that affect cost include delivery distance, truck size, and requested delivery window. Use our Get a Quote or Check Your Zip Code tools to see local rates.
Prioritize well-draining, stable materials and good base preparation to reduce frost heave and erosion. Properly compacted materials and attention to surface slope will help materials shed water during freeze-thaw cycles. For specific site guidance, our team can recommend mixes suited to your property.
Standard delivery is typically available in 2+ business days, and next-day delivery is possible for orders placed before noon CST with an additional fee. Same-day delivery may be limited and depends on supplier and truck availability; residential access, street restrictions, and site conditions can also affect scheduling. We coordinate delivery windows with contracted haulers and confirm details before the drop-off.
Spring through fall is usually best for groundwork, compaction, and surface installations because the ground is not frozen and weather is more predictable. Winter deliveries are possible but can be complicated by frozen ground, snow, or local hauling restrictions. If timing is tight, ask about next-day options and plan for weather contingencies.
Start by evaluating slope, low spots, and how water currently moves across the site so you can choose a material that promotes good drainage. Combining a stable base with permeable surface material helps prevent standing water and erosion; for poor soils, adding a geotextile or extra base depth can improve performance. Our sales team can suggest general approaches based on West Illinois conditions, but a soil or site inspection may be needed for complex issues.
Permit requirements vary by municipality, neighborhood, and whether work affects public right-of-way or drainage. Check with Alorton or St. Clair County building and zoning departments and any homeowner association rules before starting work. We recommend confirming permit needs early so material delivery and installation stay on schedule.
We support a wide range of residential and contractor projects, including driveways, patios, walkways, drainage improvements, backfill, grading, erosion control, and landscape beds. Our platform connects you with local suppliers for bulk deliveries that fit both small DIY jobs and larger contractor orders. Use the material calculator or contact our team to size materials for your project.
Clear the delivery area of debris, mark utilities and underground lines, and ensure truck access and turnaround space so drivers can safely dump materials. Truck types are typically tri-axle dump trucks from contracted haulers; tailgate spreading can be requested at checkout but is performed at the driver's discretion. We will confirm delivery details and any site limitations before the scheduled drop-off.
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.
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