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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.
3/8″ Crushed Stone
(#89 Stone) A smaller crushed stone perfect for walkways and more decorative applications. Pathways will come to life with garden-like aesthetics and be comfortable under foot. Also suitable for various groundcover applications, as an underlayment for patio paver and turf projects, for playground surfacing and for filling gaps between larger stones.
3/4″ Crushed Stone
A reliable, clean ¾” crushed granite or limestone with many applications. Great for gravel driveways, concrete mixes, landscaping applications, and backfilling retaining walls or around foundations.
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.
1 1/2″ Crushed Gravel
Larger 1 ½” gravel perfect for french drains, drainage ditches, catch basins, and erosion control. Also used in base layers for road projects in areas with poor soil conditions, as backfill material, and for ground cover applications where smaller stones may wash away.
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Why Solvay Chooses Hello Gravel
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Why Solvay Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Solvay is a compact community with 6,271 residents that sits inside a larger metro region of 2.3+ million people. With a steady growth rate of 0.40% annually, demand for home repairs, landscaping refreshes, and small-scale construction tends to be gradual and consistent rather than boom-driven. That steady pace favors practical upgrades—long-lasting driveways, reliable drainage, refreshed planting beds, and routine yard improvements—over large speculative development. Local climate and geography shape those needs: about 228 sunny days a year and 33.50 inches of rain create a mix of sun exposure and periodic moisture, while the area's hardiness zone of 8b influences plant choices and the longevity of organic materials. For homeowners, having access to quality bulk supplies—gravel, sand, dirt, mulch, stone and related aggregates—means projects perform better and require less rework over time.Popular Projects in Solvay This Season
- Driveway Resurfacing18 tons of aggregate
- Pathway Installation8 tons of base material
- Site Grading and Drainage20 tons of fill dirt
- Garden Bed Installation10 tons of topsoil
- Patio Base Preparation12 tons of landscaping mix
Solvay Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West New York
- 🏘️ Population: 6,271
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.3+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 33.50 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.40% annually
Best Times for Solvay Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Conditions
- Feb–Apr: Spring Prep Window
- May–Sept: Peak Project Season
- Dec–Jan: Winter Weather Limits
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Orders Under 5 Tons - Add 20% extra to your estimated gravel needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Solvay Gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Solvay.
Start by matching the material to the job: base work, drainage, surface cover, or fill. Consider durability, drainage needs, and appearance — and remember regional sourcing means gravel, sand, dirt, stone can vary in texture and color. Use our material calculator or contact our team for help estimating quantities and finding a local supplier that offers the right gradation for your use.
Homeowners frequently order materials for driveways, patios, walkways, garden beds, grading and erosion control, and foundation backfill. These projects often require different material properties — such as good drainage for patios or a compactable base for driveways — so plan material type and depth accordingly. Contractors use bulk deliveries for larger site work, road base, and utility backfill.
Solvay sees freeze-thaw cycles, snow, and spring run-off that influence performance; choose materials that resist frost heave and promote drainage for winter conditions. Schedule major grading and compaction work in drier, warmer months when possible to avoid muddy sites and poor compaction. Deliveries can be delayed by winter weather, so plan extra time for projects during cold months.
Measure the area (length x width x depth) and convert to cubic yards or tons using a calculator; our online material calculator can help. Hello Gravel requires a minimum order of 3 tons, so round up to meet minimums and allow for compaction and waste. If you're unsure, contact our team with project dimensions and we can assist with a recommendation.
Standard delivery typically requires at least 2 business days and is scheduled through our checkout calendar. Next-day delivery is often available for orders placed before noon CST for an additional fee, but availability depends on local supplier and truck schedules. Deliveries are made by contracted dump trucks (usually tri-axle) and drivers may offer tailgate spreading at their discretion; this service is not guaranteed.
Suppliers serving Solvay generally cover the city and surrounding Onondaga County neighborhoods and the West New York metro area. Service areas vary by supplier; local sourcing means many materials come from nearby quarries and pits which keeps delivery times and costs lower. Always enter your zip code at checkout to confirm availability for your address.
Permitting requirements can vary by municipality and by project scope; small landscaping deliveries often do not need permits, while large deposits, changes to grading, or work near right-of-way or waterways may require approval. Check with the Town of Salina, the Village of Solvay, or Onondaga County building and zoning offices before large deliveries. If you are working with a contractor, they can often advise on local permit needs.
Evaluate slope, existing soil type (for example, clay or sandy soils), and how water flows on your site; these factors determine whether you need more permeable material or additional subbase and drainage measures. In areas with poor soils, a compactable base and filter fabric can prevent mixing and improve longevity. When in doubt, order a mix that favors drainage for wet spots and consult our team for project-specific advice.
For large projects, contractors should request material specifications or gradation sheets from suppliers, schedule batch deliveries, and inspect loads on arrival. Using the same local supplier for repeated deliveries reduces variability caused by regional sourcing. Clear communication with Hello Gravel about project timelines and quality expectations helps coordinate consistent supply and trucking.
Winter snow and frozen ground can limit access and make spreading or compaction difficult, while spring melt can create muddy conditions and slow work. Heavy rain can delay deliveries and increase the risk of ruts or tracking onto paved surfaces, so consider staging areas and protective measures. We recommend planning flexible windows for delivery and allowing extra time during peak weather seasons.
Costs depend on material type, quantity, distance from the supplier, and any additional services like spreading or hauling over difficult access. Delivery-only costs can represent a significant portion of a small order, while larger jobs benefit from economies of scale; total project costs for homeowners can range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars depending on scope. Use our quoting tool or contact our sales team for a more precise estimate based on your Solvay address and project details.
Natural aggregates vary by region, so color and texture may not exactly match photos; this is common with materials sourced around Solvay. If you are concerned, take photos and contact our customer service promptly so we can review the issue and work with the supplier to address it. For future orders, add preferences in Order Notes or request a sample if available.
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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