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 Richmond Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Richmond has a city population of 78,245 and sits inside a metro area population of 2.5+ million. With a growth rate of 3.16% annually, home improvement and infill projects are common as property owners update driveways, yards, and stormwater systems. Richmond’s climate—about 204 sunny days per year, a hardiness zone of 9a, and annual rainfall of 46.00 inches—creates a need for durable, well-draining materials that perform through both wet winters and dry, sunny summers. Homeowners in Richmond often choose aggregates to stabilize surfaces, improve drainage, and create low-maintenance landscaping that stands up to the city’s coastal-influenced soils and ongoing development pressures.Popular Projects in Richmond This Season
- Gravel Driveway Resurface25 tons
- Gravel French Drain10 tons
- Gravel Patio Base8 tons
- Gravel Garden Mulch6 tons
- Gravel Bioswale Trench30 tons
Richmond Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: Richmond, California
- 🏘️ Population: 78,245
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 46.00 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 204/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 9a
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 3.16% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Richmond Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: High Moisture Risk
- May–Sept: Dry Season Ideal
- Dec–Jan: Heavy Rain Limits
Summer Tip: Choose washed, angular gravel for paths and drainage features and pair it with a simple slope and geotextile fabric to prevent mixing with native soil.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Richmond gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Richmond.
In Richmond and the greater Contra Costa area, gravel prices vary by type but typically range from about $40 to $80 per ton at retail, with cubic-yard pricing showing roughly $50 to $100 per cubic yard depending on rock density and local supply. Delivery fees depend on distance, load size, and truck type; Hello Gravel often shows free delivery in many areas but Bay Area deliveries can have extra fees, so check your zip code and available quotes. Remember Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum for orders.
For Richmond driveways, angular crushed rock (3/4" crushed stone) is a top choice because it locks together for traction on slopes and sheds water well. Decomposed granite (DG) and DG with stabilizer work nicely for paths and low-traffic areas where a smoother finish is desired, while pea gravel or river rock are good decorative choices but can shift on inclines. Because of coastal salt air, choose non-corrosive edging and fasteners, and prioritize materials and drainage that resist washout during winter storms.
Many landscape material yards, quarries, and aggregate suppliers in Contra Costa County and nearby East Bay cities deliver gravel and may offer tailgate spreading at the truck driver's discretion. Hello Gravel connects you to vetted local suppliers and contracted haulers in the Richmond area, making it easy to compare delivery and spreading options; always request spreading during checkout and confirm with the supplier since spreading is not guaranteed. For specialized spreading or full installation, ask for professional installers or local landscapers in your quote.
Possibly. Richmond has regulations around driveway aprons, curb cuts, stormwater runoff, and front-yard changes; altering the curb, creating a new driveway, or impacting storm drains may trigger permits or inspections from the City of Richmond Public Works or Planning Division. Check with the City of Richmond and Contra Costa County for specific permit requirements and review any HOA or neighborhood rules before you start.
A common build-up is a 4" to 6" compacted base of crushed rock or road base plus a 2" to 3" top layer of 3/4" crushed gravel, giving about 6" to 9" total depth for a typical 2-car driveway. To estimate material, calculate area (length x width) and multiply by depth in feet, then divide by 27 to get cubic yards; multiply cubic yards by about 1.3 tons per cubic yard for crushed gravel to get tons. For example, a 20' x 20' driveway at 6" depth is roughly 7.4 cubic yards or about 9.6 tons. Use geotextile fabric, compact each layer with a plate compactor, and add edging or restraints on slopes for best results.
Gravel usually has the lowest upfront cost and is permeable, helping stormwater soak into the ground, but it requires periodic raking, topping up, and may track into homes. Asphalt has mid-range cost and is less permeable; it needs periodic sealing. Concrete is durable and low-maintenance but mostly impermeable unless you use special permeable mixes, and pavers offer high aesthetics and can be installed as permeable systems but cost more. In Richmond's Mediterranean climate with winter rains, permeable options like gravel or permeable pavers help reduce runoff and meet stormwater goals.
Crushed rock with angular particles generally resists movement better on steep slopes and provides superior drainage, while untreated DG can compact to a firm surface but may wash or rut during heavy winter storms unless stabilized. For slopes, combine material choice with erosion control measures: slope terraces, edging, erosion-control fabric, retaining walls, and vegetation or stabilizers for DG. Consider professional slope stabilization for very steep areas to reduce erosion risk.
Costs vary with scope, but for the Richmond/Bay Area expect higher labor and permitting costs than inland regions. A simple contractor-installed gravel driveway including base preparation, geotextile, edging, compaction, and top gravel often runs in a broad range from roughly $6 to $15 per square foot, depending on access, slope, and materials; small or complex jobs can cost more. Get multiple local quotes and ask suppliers on Hello Gravel to recommend installers for a firm price tailored to your site.
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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.
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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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