Gravel, Sand & Bulk Material Delivery in Guilford, IN

Homeowners in Guilford often choose from a range of bulk materials like gravel, sand, dirt, and crushed stone depending on budget and appearance. For driveways people prefer denser, compactable mixes for durability, while walkways often use finer, more decorative aggregates for a smoother surface. Consider local climate and drainage needs when choosing a material, and use our material quiz or sales team if you need help narrowing options.

Start by matching material properties to the job: choose compactable, angular aggregates for structural bases and more decorative, smaller-grade materials for visible surfaces. Think about drainage, foot or vehicle traffic, and maintenance needs; local suppliers can recommend blends that work well in Guilford's soils. If you are unsure, use our calculator and contact our team to get guidance based on your project dimensions.

Minimums and fees vary by supplier, but Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum order and offers clear, upfront pricing at checkout. Many areas have free standard delivery, while remote or next-day requests may incur additional charges. You can enter your zip code on our site to see specific costs and delivery options for Guilford.

Next-day delivery is often available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee, but same-day delivery is less common and depends on local supplier and truck availability. Rural addresses may require additional routing or fees, and delivery windows can be limited by road access. Check availability for your zip code during checkout or contact our team for faster options.

Guilford sees freeze-thaw cycles, snow, and seasonal rain that can shift and compact loose materials over time, so choose materials and compaction methods suited to local conditions. Good drainage, periodic regrading, and proper base preparation reduce long-term issues from frost heave and erosion. Plan deliveries and installation timing to avoid heavy freeze or saturated ground when possible.

Measure the length, width, and desired depth of the area in feet to get cubic feet, then divide by 27 to convert to cubic yards and multiply by the material density to estimate tons. Our online material calculator can convert between cubic yards and tons for common aggregates, and our sales team can review your measurements if you want a second look. Always order a small overage (about 5-10%) to account for settling and grading.

For high-traffic areas like driveways and access lanes, pick denser, angular, compactable aggregates that form a firm wearing surface and good base. For low-traffic areas, decorative or finer materials may be acceptable and require less compaction, but will need more frequent topping or raking. Consider drainage and maintenance frequency when choosing material for any traffic level.

Drivers may be able to perform tailgate spreading at their discretion and you can request it at checkout, but spreading is not guaranteed and depends on safety and access. If spreading is critical, note it in your order and be prepared to hire local landscaping help for consistent results. The driver will assess conditions on arrival and let you know what can be done.

Permit and HOA rules vary by property, so check local Guilford or county building codes and any neighborhood covenants before starting work. Small landscape changes often do not require permits, but driveways, significant grading, or changes to stormwater flow may need approvals. When in doubt, contact your local municipality or HOA and get documentation before ordering materials.

Contact Hello Gravel as soon as possible; we will do our best to accommodate changes before your order is processed and dispatched. Modifications or cancellations may be limited once trucks are scheduled, and fees could apply depending on supplier and timing. For urgent issues on delivery day, speak directly with the driver or call customer service for the fastest 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.