Gravel, Sand & Bulk Material Delivery in Columbus, IN

Homeowners commonly order a range of aggregates such as gravel, sand, dirt, and stone for landscaping, grading, and foundation work. These materials are used for driveways, garden beds, patios, drainage layers, and erosion control. Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers so the exact mix and appearance reflect regional geology.

Choose materials based on the project function—drainage, load-bearing, or decorative—rather than appearance alone. Columbus's freeze-thaw cycles and rainfall mean good drainage and proper compaction are important, so select materials that shed water and compact well for driveways or base layers. If unsure, use Hello Gravel's material quiz or consult our team for guidance.

Material needs depend on area and depth; typical examples are small garden beds (1-3 cubic yards), walkways and patios (1-5 cubic yards), and driveways (10-30 cubic yards for a standard residential driveway). These are approximate ranges—use our online calculator or provide square footage and desired depth to get a more accurate estimate. Remember to account for compaction and slope when ordering extra material.

Hello Gravel requires a minimum order of 3 tons and delivers via professional dump truck fleets (typically tri-axle trucks). Standard delivery is 2+ business days, and next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an additional fee. You can choose a preferred delivery date at checkout; optional tailgate spreading may be offered by the driver at their discretion.

Delivery fees and zones depend on supplier distance and local hauling costs; Hello Gravel provides transparent pricing in checkout for your zip code. Many areas offer free delivery, but remote or long-haul deliveries may incur additional charges. Check availability by entering your zip code or contact our sales team for a custom quote.

Peak season typically runs from spring through early fall when landscaping and construction activity is highest. For homeowner projects, schedule deliveries 1-3 weeks in advance to secure preferred dates; contractors may book further ahead. If you need next-day delivery, place orders before noon CST and expect an extra fee.

Some projects may require city permits or HOA approval, especially for driveway changes, grading, or significant landscaping that affects stormwater flow. Check Columbus city codes, county regulations, and your HOA rules before starting work. When in doubt, contact your local planning or building department or ask our team for common local considerations.

Materials are sourced locally, so color, texture, and grain size will reflect West Indiana geology and may vary from photos. These regional differences can influence drainage and compaction performance, so pick materials suited to your specific use and site conditions. If color or texture matters, note preferences in the Order Notes and we will pass them to the supplier.

Many materials can be recycled—concrete and asphalt often go to local recycling facilities where they are crushed and reused as base material. For contaminated soil or large demolition waste, contact your local waste authority or certified disposal facilities to learn accepted options and fees. Hello Gravel can advise on removal logistics but will direct you to local disposal partners when needed.

Local contractors choose materials based on the job—drainage needs, load requirements, and underlying soil—so preferences vary by project type. Contractors often favor aggregates that compact well for driveways and stable base layers, while decorative areas may use different stone or sand mixes. Ask your contractor or Hello Gravel's sales team for material recommendations tailored to Columbus site conditions.

Contact Hello Gravel as soon as possible to request changes; modifications are easier before an order is processed or dispatched. If there is an issue on delivery, reach our customer service promptly and we will work with local suppliers and haulers to resolve it. See our order and refund policies for details and keep photos and notes handy to speed resolution.

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.