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Topsoil
High-grade soil enriched with organic matter. Perfect for landscaping, lawn establishment and repair, and for improving existing soil.
Fulfillment:
Should never be fulfilled with material that does not include an organic component, though organic components should be small.
2-10% organic is ideal
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.
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.
Driveway Gravel
A ¾”-1” clean, crushed stone ideal for rejuvenating worn down gravel driveways, or for installing a fresh new driveway on your property. Aesthetically pleasing and functional!
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.
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Most deliveries within 2-4 business days. If you need a rush delivery, give us a call!
Why Temple Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Temple, with a city population of 86,225, sits in a growing central Texas region where steady expansion is creating ongoing demand for residential and small commercial construction. A growth rate of 0.70% annually signals steady, not explosive, development—enough to keep contractors and DIYers busy with projects like driveways, patios, raised beds, and drainage upgrades. The broader metro area population of 2.5+ million further amplifies regional demand for bulk materials. Local climate and geography—225 sunny days per year, annual rainfall of 34.68 inches, and hardiness zone 8b—shape what materials perform best here: durable, heat-tolerant aggregates, well-draining soils and mixes, and erosion-control products are commonly needed. Homeowners in Temple should expect to balance sun and rain when choosing materials, and to prioritize locally sourced options that match area grading and installation practices.Popular Projects in Temple This Season
- Driveway Resurfacing18 tons of aggregate
- Backyard Pathway Installation8 tons of base material
- Yard Grading and Drainage Prep20 tons of fill dirt
- Garden Bed Installation6 tons of topsoil
- Front Yard Landscaping Renovation12 tons of landscaping mix
Temple Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: Waco, TX
- 🏘️ Population: 86,225
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.68 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 225/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.70% annually
Best Times for Temple Projects
- Oct–Nov: Mild Working Temps
- Feb–Apr: Spring Prep Season
- May–Sept: High Summer Heat
- Dec–Jan: Cool Wet Months
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Orders Under 5 Tons - Add 20% extra to your estimated gravel needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Temple Gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Temple.
Temple's warm, humid subtropical climate and local soils can affect drainage, compaction, and color choices. For most projects, choose a material that matches the drainage needs and traffic load—porous mixes for areas that need runoff control, firmer, angular aggregates for driveways, and good-quality fill dirt for grading. Keep in mind regional sourcing means gravel, sand, dirt, stone may vary in texture and color compared to photos. When in doubt, request help from our team or order a small trial load to see how a material performs in your yard.
Minimum orders generally start at 3 tons, which is common for dump-truck deliveries in the area. Standard delivery lead time is 2+ business days, with next-day delivery sometimes available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Exact lead times and minimums can vary by supplier and zip code (e.g., 76501), so check availability at checkout or contact our team for a firm timeline. We connect you with local haulers who will confirm scheduling and any access requirements.
Summer heat and occasional heavy rains in Temple can affect installation windows and how materials settle. Schedule deliveries for early morning or cooler parts of the day in summer to reduce dust and make handling easier, and avoid scheduling right before forecasted storms to prevent muddy conditions. Some materials compact differently when wet or dry, so plan installation timing accordingly and allow extra drying or settling time as needed. If you need flexible timing, ask about delivery date options during checkout.
Many neighborhoods and HOAs have rules about visible stockpiles, delivery vehicle access, and where materials can be stored on a property, and the City of Temple may have local ordinances related to driveway blocking or street parking during deliveries. Before you order, review any HOA guidelines and check with city permitting if you plan to store large amounts or stage trucks on public right-of-way. If you expect tight access or need a street-blocking permit, let our team know so we can coordinate with the hauler. Planning ahead helps avoid delays or extra fees on delivery day.
Delivery trucks typically use tri-axle dump trucks, so they need reasonably wide, level access and adequate turning radius to reach your desired drop spot. If the truck cannot reach the exact location, drivers will place material as close as safely possible and may dump at the end of the driveway or street, which can require you to move material to the final spot. Note that tailgate spreading is available at the driver's discretion, but not guaranteed, and drivers will assess safety and property conditions on arrival. To avoid surprises, add detailed access notes and a preferred drop location at checkout and consider clearing obstacles ahead of time.
Start by identifying the project's functional needs—drainage, load-bearing, appearance, or weed control—then pick a material that meets those needs. For example, choose more angular, compacting aggregates where vehicle load is expected and finer, leveling materials for patios and beds; for grading or fill, look to general fill dirt mixes. Consider local variations in gravel, sand, dirt, stone that affect color and texture, and use our material calculator or contact our team for guidance based on your project size and site conditions. A small trial order can help confirm appearance and performance before a larger delivery.
Plan a stable, well-drained spot for temporary stockpiles to avoid tracking mud or creating drainage problems, and keep piles off sidewalks and public right-of-way unless you have permission. Cover materials if rain is expected to reduce washout or contamination for fine materials like sand or screened soils. For larger projects, arranging a staged delivery schedule can reduce on-site handling and double-handling costs. If you need advice on staging or moving materials, our team can recommend local equipment or haulers that handle smaller redistribution tasks.
Contact our team as soon as possible if you need to change or cancel an order; we can often accommodate requests before the order is dispatched. Modifications depend on supplier processing and trucking schedules, so earlier notice increases the chance of successful changes. Some fees or restrictions may apply if the order is already on the truck, so check your order confirmation and reach out promptly for assistance. We will do our best to help and can advise on alternatives if a change is not possible.
Because Hello Gravel sources materials locally, texture, color, and particle shape will reflect Temple and Waco-area geology and can vary from photos or samples. Materials like gravel, sand, dirt, stone are suitable for many uses, but regional variation means exact matches to imagery are not guaranteed. If color or texture is important to your project, request a small sample or add a note at checkout about your preference so we can communicate it to the supplier. For any concerns after delivery, contact customer service and refer to our refund policy for next steps.
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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