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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.
Red Shredded Mulch
Red shredded bark and wood from hardwoods like oak, hickory, and maple. Good for gardening and landscaping. Helps hold moisture, block weeds, and adds a bold, red pop to your outdoors.
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.
Road Base
(Class 5 | ABC | Crusher Run) A mixture of crushed limestone or granite, gravel, and sand, ranging from 1 ½” in size down to fines (small particles). Commonly used for constructing roads, driveway bases, parking lots, and other paved and unpaved surfaces. Intended to be compacted, hence the inclusion of fines within the material to provide support and be resistant to erosion and shifting.
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.
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Why University Park Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
University Park has a city population of 5,220 and sits within a much larger regional market that includes a metro area population of 2.6+ million. A steady growth rate of 1.20% annually points to ongoing residential and infrastructure activity, which translates to consistent demand for bulk landscape and construction materials. With an annual rainfall of 35.50 inches and about 228 sunny days per year in hardiness zone 8b, local projects benefit from many buildable days but still need materials that handle periodic moisture. Homeowners and contractors in this environment typically look for reliable options for site grading, drainage control, planting beds, pathways, and hardscape bases—soils, sands, gravels, mulches, and select stone all play important roles. Regional sourcing matters here because locally quarried or recycled aggregates will reflect the geology homeowners depend on for stable foundations and long-lasting landscapes.Popular Projects in University Park This Season
- Driveway Resurfacing15 tons of aggregate
- Backyard Grading8 tons of fill dirt
- Garden Bed Installation6 tons of topsoil
- Walkway Construction10 tons of base material
- Yard Drainage Upgrade12 tons of landscaping mix
University Park Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West Illinois
- 🏘️ Population: 5,220
- 🏡 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 University Park Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Conditions
- Feb–Apr: Early Spring Prep
- May–Sept: Peak Project Season
- Dec–Jan: Winter Weather Limits
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Frequently Asked Questions - University Park Gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in University Park.
Choose materials that drain well and lock together for stability. In University Park’s clay soils and freeze-thaw cycles, contractors often prefer angular, well-graded aggregates and a stable base; think of gravel, sand, dirt, stone as a system where the base and drainage matter as much as the surface layer. Plan for extra base depth, compaction, and good grading to reduce frost heave and rutting.
Use area and depth to calculate cubic yards, then convert to tons using material density estimates and add 5-10% for waste and compaction. Example estimates: a 2-car driveway (20 ft x 20 ft) at 6 in depth is about 7.4 cubic yards (roughly 8-11 tons depending on material); a 12 ft x 12 ft patio base at 3 in depth is about 1.3 cubic yards (about 1.5-2 tons); a 10 ft x 4 ft garden bed at 6 in depth is about 0.7 cubic yards (about 1 ton). If you prefer, use our online material calculator or contact our team for a tailored estimate.
Spring through fall are generally the most reliable seasons for deliveries and outdoor work in University Park, with fewer freeze-thaw and heavy rain interruptions. Avoid scheduling major deliveries during winter freeze or during periods of heavy rain, which can hinder access and compaction. Book delivery dates early, since standard scheduling requires at least 2 business days and next-day service has cutoffs.
Most local suppliers and haulers deliver to residential neighborhoods, but deliveries depend on street access, truck turning radius, and local rules. Some areas may have delivery zone fees, additional mileage charges, or restrictions for curbside vs backyard drops, so check your zip code and add delivery notes at checkout. Our network will confirm any special access needs or extra fees before dispatch.
Standard delivery typically requires 2 or more business days and may be free in many areas; next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an additional fee. Minimum orders generally start at 3 tons and deliveries are made by contracted dump trucks (usually tri-axle). You can choose your preferred delivery date at checkout and request tailgate spreading, which drivers may perform at their discretion but cannot guarantee.
Slope and drainage determine how water moves across and through a project, so pick materials and profiles that promote quick drainage and resist erosion. On slopes you may need coarser, more angular aggregates, terracing, retaining edges, and geotextile fabric to stabilize material and prevent washout. For flat or poorly draining spots, improve grading, add drainage channels, or increase the base depth to avoid standing water.
Local permits, stormwater rules, and HOA covenants can affect driveways, drainage changes, and visible landscaping work, so always check with University Park city offices and your HOA before starting. Permit requirements vary by project size and scope, and some neighborhoods restrict material types or curb cuts. If you’re unsure, contact your municipal permit office or HOA and we can help provide project details you may need for applications.
Plan for delivery fees, optional services like spreading and compaction, site preparation, removing old materials, and any permit or inspection costs. Some sites require additional labor for truck access, protective measures for lawns or driveways, or day-of changes that can add charges. Ask for an itemized quote and include a contingency of 10-20% for unexpected site conditions.
Because Hello Gravel sources regionally, color, texture, and particle shape can vary based on local geology, so materials may not exactly match photos. This variation affects both aesthetics and performance, so specify preferences in your order notes and request photos or samples when possible. Our team can advise on local options that best match your visual and functional needs.
Match the material to the function: stable, well-graded aggregates for bases and driveways; free-draining mixes for paths and drainage solutions; and screened finishes or amended dirt for planting beds. Consider depth, compaction, and whether you need additives like geotextile fabric or stabilizers. Use our calculator and consult with our sales team if you need a recommendation based on your project size, slope, and local climate.
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.
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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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