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 Los Olivos Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Los Olivos has a population of 1,556 and sits within a steadily growing West California metro area of 2.7+ million people, with a modest annual growth rate of 0.70% annually. The town's Mediterranean-like climate—228 sunny days per year, 34.25 inches of annual rainfall, and USDA hardiness zone 8b—drives steady homeowner demand for durable outdoor improvements. As properties age or new landscaping projects begin, residents commonly need aggregates for driveways, walkways, patios, and drainage upgrades. Homeowners seek quality gravel that resists washout during seasonal rains, provides stable footing for vehicles and foot traffic, and complements the local aesthetic. With measured regional growth and ongoing residential improvements, sourcing reliable, locally appropriate gravel is a common priority for Los Olivos projects of all sizes.Popular Projects in Los Olivos This Season
- Gravel Driveway Resurfacing25 tons
- Gravel Patio & Path4 tons
- Gravel French Drain8 tons
- Gravel Parking Pad30 tons
- Gravel Xeriscape Bed6 tons
Los Olivos Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West California
- 🏘️ Population: 1,556
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.7+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.25 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.70% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Los Olivos Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Ideal Spring Moisture
- May–Sept: High Heat Drying
- Dec–Jan: Wet Winter Settling
Summer Tip: Choose angular crushed gravel (about 3/4" to 1") for driveways and French drains in Los Olivos—it compacts well and promotes fast drainage with 34.25 inches of yearly rainfall. Ask Hello Gravel to match local color preferences and schedule delivery at a time that avoids wet conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Los Olivos gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Los Olivos.
Prices vary by material and supplier, but in Los Olivos you can typically expect delivered gravel to run roughly $40 to $90 per ton. Hello Gravel lists transparent pricing and a minimum order of 3 tons, so get a local quote at checkout for an exact price for your zip code and product choice.
A 50 lb bag of gravel equals about 0.5 cubic feet. At 1 inch depth that covers roughly 6 square feet, and at 2 inches depth about 3 square feet, so bags are best for small patch jobs, planters, or edging rather than whole driveways.
Generally, natural rounded gravel can be cheaper than crushed stone because crushed material requires extra processing. Local availability in Santa Barbara County affects price, so check Hello Gravel quotes for the material you want to compare delivered cost in Los Olivos.
3/4" crushed gravel (about 3/4 inch size) is commonly used as a compactable base for driveways, pathways, and under pavers, and it provides good drainage. It is a practical choice for rural Los Olivos driveways and farm lanes where a solid, well-draining base is needed.
A typical tri-axle dump truck serving our network carries roughly 12 to 16 cubic yards, which is about 14 to 20 tons depending on the material. Cost depends on load size and product, but full truck deliveries in the region commonly range from a few hundred to over a thousand dollars; request a Hello Gravel quote for an accurate local price.
Tonnage depends on width and depth. For example, a 100 ft long by 10 ft wide driveway at 2 inches depth requires about 8.5 to 9 tons; increasing the depth to 3 inches raises the need to about 12.5 to 13 tons. Use our material calculator or request a quote for a precise estimate for your driveway dimensions in Los Olivos.
Two inches is usually too thin for a long-lasting driveway; it may work for a light-use path but can shift under vehicle traffic. For passenger cars we recommend 3 to 4 inches of compacted gravel, and heavier use or soft soils may require 4 to 6 inches plus a compacted base layer.
Coverage depends on truck load and the driveway width and depth. Using a common example (tri-axle ~14 tons) at 10 ft wide and 2 inches deep, one truck would cover roughly 150 to 170 linear feet. Contact Hello Gravel with your exact width and depth to get a specific coverage estimate for Los Olivos deliveries.
Cost depends on width, depth, and material chosen. For a 20 ft long by 10 ft wide driveway at 3 inches depth you might need about 2.6 to 3.5 tons; at a delivered price range of $40 to $90 per ton that material cost would be roughly $100 to $320, plus any spreading or compaction services and taxes. Get an itemized quote through our site to see exact pricing for your address.
Buying in bulk by the ton or ordering a truckload is usually the most cost-effective option compared with 50 lb bags. Use Hello Gravel to compare local supplier quotes, combine orders if you can, and choose common local materials to reduce cost and delivery fees.
Gravel itself does not become concrete, but certain products and techniques create a more stable surface: decomposed granite, crusher fines, or gravel mixed with stabilizing binders or polymers will compact into a firm surface. For driveways and walkways in Los Olivos, ask about stabilized mixes or polymer-treated aggregates if you want a firmer, lower-dust finish.
A 20x20 drive is 400 sq ft. At 3 inches depth you will need roughly 3.7 cubic yards or about 5 to 6 tons; at $40 to $90 per ton, material cost is roughly $200 to $540, plus delivery and any compaction or spreading fees. Final price varies by material choice and site access, so request a Hello Gravel quote for an accurate local estimate.
You can place gravel directly on soil for a temporary surface, but for durability we recommend a compacted base and a layer of geotextile fabric to prevent mixing with subsoil and to reduce weed growth. In Los Olivos rains and sloped sites make proper base prep and edge restraint especially important to prevent washout and tracking.
A 10x10 area is 100 sq ft. At 1 inch depth you need about 0.37 cubic yards (about 0.5 ton); at 2 inches about 0.74 cubic yards (about 0.9 ton); and at 3 inches about 1.1 cubic yards (about 1.3 tons). Use these figures to decide if you meet Hello Gravel's 3-ton minimum or if you should order slightly more for compaction and waste.
'No. 1' gravel usually refers to large crushed stone around 2.5 to 4 inches in size used for heavy-duty applications like road base, backfill, and drainage layers. It is not a finish surface for driveways but is often used under other materials as a structural base on rural properties around Los Olivos.
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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