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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.
Crushed Concrete
Recycled concrete aggregate for construction & landscaping. Often used for road base and sub-base applications, as fill material, and for erosion control. Typically 1 ½” down to fines.
Mason Sand
A fine, clean sand for construction and masonry. Use it under pavers or turf, mix it into mortar or soil, or spread it across your lawn to smooth out bumps and low spots in your lawn.
Brown Shredded Mulch
Shredded bark and wood from trees like oak, hickory, and maple, used for landscaping and gardening applications. Provides moisture retention in your soil, weed suppression, temperature regulation for plants, and the gradual addition of organic matter as it decomposes slowly over time. Adds a beautiful, finished look to your home’s exterior.
Compost
Premium compost packed with organic nutrients—perfect for revitalizing tired soil and supporting strong, healthy plant growth. Ideal for mixing into garden beds, raised beds, and landscapes needing a natural boost.
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Why Brighton Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Brighton has a city population of 6,000 and sits inside a broader metro area with a population of 2.6+ million. A steady growth rate of 1.20% annually suggests ongoing demand for residential improvements and local infrastructure—more driveway repairs, patios, landscaping upgrades, and small-scale construction projects. Brighton’s climate (228 sunny days annually and 35.50 inches of rainfall per year) and placement in hardiness zone 8b mean homeowners can work outdoors much of the year, but materials must handle both wet-season runoff and extended sun exposure. That combination drives the need for bulk supplies that balance drainage, compaction, and surface stability: base layers that support traffic, top dressings that control erosion, and soils that support plantings. Using locally sourced aggregates and soils helps ensure compatibility with Brighton’s geology and long-term performance across common home projects.Popular Projects in Brighton This Season
- Driveway Resurfacing15 tons of aggregate
- Garden Bed Installation8 tons of topsoil
- Backyard Grading & Drainage10 tons of fill dirt
- Walkway Construction6 tons of base material
- Patio Base Preparation12 tons of landscaping mix
Brighton Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West Illinois
- 🏘️ Population: 6,000
- 🏡 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 Brighton Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Conditions
- Feb–Apr: Cool Spring Prep
- May–Sept: Peak Project Season
- Dec–Jan: Winter Weather Limits
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Frequently Asked Questions - Brighton Gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Brighton.
Costs vary by material type, quantity, and how far suppliers must haul to Brighton. Pricing usually includes a per-ton or per-yard material price plus any delivery fee; Hello Gravel shows transparent pricing and may offer free delivery in many areas. For an accurate estimate, use our material calculator or request a quote and confirm minimum order requirements (minimum 3 tons).
Look for materials that drain well, lock together when compacted, and resist breakdown from repeated freezing and thawing. In practice that means choosing products with good drainage and angular particles and designing layers so water can move away from the surface. Proper installation, compaction, and site drainage are as important as the material choice for long-term performance.
Permit needs depend on the scope of the work and local rules; small DIY landscaping may not require permits while new driveways, large grading, or changes to drainage often do. Check with Brighton city hall or the local county building and public works departments before you start, and also review any HOA rules that apply. If a permit is required, allow extra time in your project schedule for approvals.
Peak seasons are typically spring and early summer for landscaping and erosion control, and late summer to early fall for patios and driveways. Winter can limit availability because of frozen ground and reduced hauling capability, while spring rains can cause scheduling delays. To avoid congestion, plan and order materials early in the season and select your preferred delivery date at checkout.
Suppliers set delivery zones based on the distance from their yards to your Brighton zip code and on road access and truck convenience. Hello Gravel’s platform reflects those supplier rules, which commonly include a minimum order (we require at least 3 tons) and additional fees for long-haul or difficult access deliveries. Get a quote for your exact address to see upfront delivery fees and available truck types.
Contractors choose materials based on the function: load-bearing and compactable products for driveways, stable and level base mixes for patios, and coarser, well-draining materials for erosion control. Across these applications, think about drainage, compaction, and layer design rather than a single product; combining different materials is common to achieve the right performance. When planning, mention your project type so suppliers can recommend suitable options from gravel, sand, dirt, stone and other aggregates.
Clear a safe, accessible drop zone and mark any underground utilities, sprinkler heads, or delicate landscaping before the truck arrives. Confirm truck size and access with our team, request tailgate spreading at checkout if desired (driver will assess safety and feasibility), and plan for offloading space—smaller yards may need multiple smaller deliveries. Contact customer service as soon as possible if you need to change the delivery location or timing.
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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