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Walkway Gravel
A smaller ⅜” crushed stone that is great for paths, patios, and garden walkways. Comfortable under foot thanks to its smaller size, and creates a beautiful garden-like atmosphere.
Decomposed Granite
Known for its natural look, this compact, durable material drains well and holds up in high-traffic areas. Made from crushed and weathered granite down to a mix of fine gravel and sand—best for patios, paths, driveways, and landscape projects. Can range in color from light brown and tan to reddish and gray, depending on the natural stone color in the region.
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.
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.
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.
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Why Knoxville Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Knoxville is a community with a city population of 3,350 and is part of a broader regional market with a metro area population of 2.6+ million. A steady annual growth rate of 1.20% suggests gradual but consistent demand for housing, renovations, and infrastructure upgrades—not a construction boom, but steady projects that keep local contractors and homeowners busy. The local climate and geography shape material needs: Knoxville sits in hardiness zone 8b, averages 228 sunny days per year, and receives about 35.50 inches of rainfall annually. Those conditions support a long growing season and year-round outdoor work, while also creating needs for good drainage, UV- and weather-resistant landscape finishes, and base materials that stand up to wet-dry cycles. For homeowners, that means ordering a range of bulk supplies—gravel, sand, dirt, mulch, and stone—to manage drainage, create stable bases, and build low-maintenance outdoor spaces that handle local weather patterns. Local soil and weather patterns in Knoxville create practical requirements for material performance. Moderate annual rainfall (35.50 inches) combined with frequent sunny days (228/year) produces alternating wet and dry periods that can cause erosion, surface runoff, and compaction if you don’t plan for them. Hardiness zone 8b reduces the frequency of deep freezes, but seasonal moisture shifts still affect settling and plant establishment. Homeowners should prioritize materials and mixes that balance drainage, moisture retention, and durability. Hello Gravel helps by connecting you to locally sourced materials and trusted haulers, offering quantity calculators and delivery scheduling so you can choose the right mixes and amounts for Knoxville’s specific conditions without the guesswork.Popular Projects in Knoxville This Season
- Driveway Resurfacing15 tons of aggregate
- Backyard Pathway6 tons of base material
- Lot Grading and Fill20 tons of fill dirt
- Garden Bed Installation8 tons of topsoil
- Drainage and Slope Work12 tons of base material
Knoxville Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West Illinois
- 🏘️ Population: 3,350
- 🏡 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 Knoxville Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Conditions
- Feb–Apr: Spring Thaw Window
- May–Sept: Peak Project Season
- Dec–Jan: Winter Weather Limits
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Frequently Asked Questions - Knoxville Gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Knoxville.
Standard delivery is typically 2 or more business days, with a next-day option available for orders placed before noon CST for an additional fee. Deliveries are made by local dump truck fleets (usually tri-axle); Hello Gravel requires a minimum order of 3 tons and lets you choose a preferred delivery date during checkout. Tailgate spreading may be offered at the driver’s discretion—request it in order notes but expect no guarantees.
Start by identifying the project function (load-bearing driveway, low-traffic path, planting beds) and the performance you need (drainage, compaction, appearance). Consider local climate and soil conditions in West Illinois and pick a material that balances drainage and stability; discuss options for gravel, sand, dirt, and stone with our sales team or use the material quiz to narrow choices. Contractors and homeowners often prefer different mixes for heavy use versus decorative areas, so tell us your goals when ordering.
Wet spring and frozen winter conditions can delay deliveries and make spreading or compaction difficult; aim for late spring through early fall for most landscaping and hardscaping work. Freeze-thaw cycles can cause settling and frost heave, so allow time for proper base preparation and settling before final grading. If you must work in shoulder seasons, plan for extra drying, compaction passes, or temporary erosion control.
Plan positive slope away from structures, adequate base depth, and a well-draining aggregate layer to reduce standing water and frost heave. Consider adding geotextile fabric or a compacted subbase where soils are clayey or prone to standing water to improve longevity. Edge restraints and proper compaction help keep materials in place through seasonal expansion and contraction.
Rules vary: check Knoxville city hall and Knox County public works for permits, curb-cut approvals, or right-of-way restrictions before major driveway work. Larger deliveries that require street blocking, heavy equipment, or may impact municipal roads can trigger local permitting or weight restrictions; HOAs may also have rules on surface appearance. When in doubt, contact local authorities early and include any permit requirements in your project planning.
Delivery fees depend on distance from the supplier, route difficulty, load size, and access at the drop site; minimum orders are often set to cover truck capacity and logistics (Hello Gravel’s minimum is 3 tons). In many areas Hello Gravel negotiates competitive delivery terms and may offer free delivery for some zip codes, but final fees appear at checkout based on your address and schedule. Always check your zip code and note access limitations to avoid extra charges.
Measure the length and width of the area and decide on the required finished depth, then convert to cubic yards (area in square feet times depth in feet divided by 27). As a rough weight guide, 1 cubic yard often equals about 1.2 to 1.5 tons depending on density, so convert to tons if your quote uses that unit. Use Hello Gravel’s material calculator or contact our team with your dimensions for help and a recommended waste allowance for grading and compaction.
Contractors start with a site visit to verify measurements, soil conditions, and access, then factor material volumes, base preparation, compaction, edging, and cleanup into an estimate. Labor rates and timelines vary by season and project complexity; contractors often include contingency for hidden site conditions and for hauling away existing material. We recommend getting multiple contractor bids and linking your supplier quote to the contractor’s schedule to avoid delays.
Delivery range varies by supplier but many local haulers serve a radius that covers Knoxville and nearby zip codes; availability depends on local inventory and route planning. Deliveries can be restricted by narrow roads, low-clearance bridges, weight-limited streets, or difficult access on the property, so include clear drop-location instructions and any access issues when ordering. Check your zip code on our site for precise availability and note that minimum orders and additional fees may apply for long-haul or difficult drops.
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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