Known for its natural look, this compact, durable material drains well and holds up in high-traffic areas. Made from crushed and weathered granite down to a mix of fine gravel and sand—best for patios, paths, driveways, and landscape projects. Can range in color from light brown and tan to reddish and gray, depending on the natural stone color in the region.
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Decomposed Granite
Known for its natural look, this compact, durable material drains well and holds up in high-traffic areas. Made from crushed and weathered granite down to a mix of fine gravel and sand—best for patios, paths, driveways, and landscape projects. Can range in color from light brown and tan to reddish and gray, depending on the natural stone color in the region.
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.
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.
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!
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Why Davis Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Davis is a compact, steadily growing community with a city population of 49,839 and a broader metro area of 2.5+ million. With a growth rate of 0.40% annually, modest new construction and home-improvement activity create steady demand for landscaping and hardscape materials. Davis sits in hardiness zone 8b and enjoys 228 sunny days per year alongside an annual rainfall of 34.25 inches — conditions that favor drought-tolerant, well-drained landscapes and durable surface materials. Homeowners here often look for aggregates that provide reliable drainage, resist washout during seasonal rains, and hold up under frequent sun exposure, which makes quality gravel a practical choice for many residential projects. Gravel works particularly well in Davis because it promotes infiltration during the 34.25 inches of yearly rain while remaining low-maintenance under 228 sunny days. It is ideal for driveways, pathways, French drains, and base layers where permeability and stability matter. Hello Gravel connects Davis homeowners with locally sourced gravel, clear pricing, and scheduled dump-truck delivery so you can pick the right material, choose a delivery window, and get professional hauling without the hassle. Request tailgate spreading at checkout and our team will coordinate logistics with local suppliers and haulers to support your project needs.Popular Projects in Davis This Season
- Gravel Driveway Replacement18 tons
- Gravel Patio Base6 tons
- Gravel Pathway Garden3 tons
- Gravel Drainage Trench4 tons
- Gravel Fire Pit Area2 tons
Davis Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West California
- 🏘️ Population: 49,839
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.25 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.40% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Davis Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Moderate Spring Drainage
- May–Sept: Dry Season Compaction
- Dec–Jan: Wet Season Caution
Summer Tip: Choose angular crushed gravel for better interlock and install a slight slope for runoff; add a geotextile weed barrier beneath to reduce maintenance.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Davis gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Davis.
Delivered gravel prices in Davis usually vary by material and distance, but expect a typical range of about $30 to $75 per ton for common landscaping gravels. Cost per cubic yard often translates to roughly $45 to $105/yd3 depending on type (pea, crushed, DG), load size, and delivery distance. For an exact price for your zip code and material choice, get a quote through Hello Gravel — our minimum order is 3 tons and delivery fees may change with next-day requests.
In Davis you’ll commonly see 3/4" crushed rock (angular) used for driveways and base layers, decomposed granite (DG) or fines for patios and paths, pea gravel for decorative patios and walkways, and larger river rock (1"-3") for drainage. Crusher-run or base gravel is popular as a compactable subbase in driveways. Regional sourcing means color and texture will reflect local geology, so expect some variation.
Davis hot, dry summers can cause dusty, loose surfaces and migration of small gravels, so angular crushed rock or a mix with fines helps lock material together. Wet winters increase risk of washouts and rutting, so ensure proper compaction, slope, and drainage rock where runoff is concentrated. Plan for seasonal maintenance: regrading after heavy winter storms and topping up after dry summer migration.
Use this rule: cubic yards = area (sq ft) * depth (inches) / 324, and a typical short-ton conversion is about 1.4 tons per cubic yard for gravel. For 100 sq ft: 1" = ~0.31 yd3 (~0.43 tons), 2" = ~0.62 yd3 (~0.86 tons), 3" = ~0.93 yd3 (~1.30 tons). For 1,000 sq ft multiply those numbers by 10 (e.g., 2" depth ≈ 6.17 yd3 or ≈ 8.64 tons). Always round up a little to allow for compaction and waste.
Professional installation in Davis typically ranges from about $2 to $6 per sq ft, depending on site prep, grading, base materials, drainage work, and local labor rates. DIY material costs are much lower — often $0.40 to $1.50 per sq ft for common gravels — but you should factor in tool rental, compaction equipment, and time. Projects needing heavy grading, retaining walls, or stormwater measures will push costs toward the professional range.
Yes — Davis and many local HOAs have stormwater and runoff guidelines that can affect driveway design, especially in sensitive drainage areas. Permeable gravel can help with stormwater compliance, but requirements vary by property and neighborhood; some HOAs have aesthetics or material restrictions. Check the City of Davis municipal code and your HOA rules before ordering, and consult local planning if your property drains to a regulated waterway.
In Davis you can expect to top up gravel every 1 to 3 years for driveways and high-traffic areas, with lighter-use patios needing topping every 3 to 5 years. Weed control is seasonal: apply pre-emergent in spring and remove growth as needed; landscape fabric helps but is not a permanent solution. Plan to regrade and recompact once a year or after major storms to restore drainage and surface evenness.
Decomposed granite (DG) offers a natural look and compacts well for paths, but it may need more frequent maintenance in wet seasons. Crushed concrete is cost-effective and sustainable for driveways but can vary in appearance. Pavers provide a low-maintenance, durable surface that better controls runoff but are higher upfront cost. Choose based on budget, desired look, runoff needs, and maintenance tolerance.
Hello Gravel delivers via local contracted dump trucks with a minimum order of 3 tons; standard delivery is 2+ business days and next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Drivers may perform tailgate spreading at their discretion; you can request it at checkout but spreading is not guaranteed. If you need help estimating material or professional installation, contact our team for guidance and quotes.
Prepare a compacted subbase and proper slope for drainage before placing gravel, and consider edging to keep material contained in high-traffic areas. Use angular crushed rock for vehicle areas and finer DG or pea gravel for patios, and plan for a layer of base gravel under decorative surfacing where necessary. Schedule installation in dry weather when possible to avoid difficulties with compaction and runoff during winter storms.
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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!
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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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