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 Sacramento Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Sacramento, with a city population of 755,382 and part of a Sacramento-Roseville metro area of 2.5+ million, sits in a Mediterranean climate that is driving steady residential and commercial growth. The region’s 1.00% annual growth rate, 228 sunny days per year, and moderate annual rainfall of 34.25 inches combine to make outdoor projects common for homeowners who are upgrading yards, installing drainage, or adding permeable surfaces. That steady development and a busy housing market increase demand for reliable aggregates for driveways, walkways, patios, and drainage systems. Homeowners want materials that perform in local soils, handle periodic rain without compacting excessively, and support drought-tolerant landscaping—so quality gravel that is appropriately sized and locally sourced becomes essential for long-lasting results and fewer maintenance headaches.Popular Projects in Sacramento This Season
- Gravel Driveway Resurface30 tons
- Gravel Patio Base3 tons
- Gravel Pathway4 tons
- Gravel French Drain5 tons
- Gravel Drainage Swale12 tons
Sacramento Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: Sacramento-Roseville, CA
- 🏘️ Population: 755,382
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.25 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 1.00% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Sacramento Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: High Soil Moisture
- May–Sept: High Compaction Strength
- Dec–Jan: Winter Wet Limits
Summer Tip: For Sacramento’s climate, choose angular 3/4" crushed gravel for paths and drainage—its shape locks together for stability while allowing runoff after the city’s annual rainfall of 34.25 inches; lay a compacted base and weed barrier for best results in hardiness zone 8b.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Sacramento gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Sacramento.
Typical delivered prices for common base gravels in Sacramento run about $35 to $70 per ton, depending on material, distance, and season. Decorative materials like river rock or colored gravels commonly cost $60 to $120 per ton. For quick conversion, 1 cubic yard of gravel is roughly 1.3 to 1.6 tons, so expect about $45 to $100 per cubic yard for most materials; check your zip code for exact quotes and note our 3-ton minimum.
Common choices in Sacramento are decomposed granite (DG) for compacted patios and paths, crusher run or 3/4" crushed stone for driveways, pea gravel for decorative patios and pathways, and river rock for drainage and accent areas. DG compacts well and looks native to the region, while crusher run provides a stable driving surface and river rock handles drainage and erosion control.
Hot, dry summers loosen fines and increase dust, while wet winters can cause washout and rutting in unprotected areas. Plan for good compaction, proper grading, and edge restraints to reduce shifting, and inspect after heavy rains to regrade or add material as needed. Thinner installations may need more frequent top-ups in Sacramento due to seasonal runoff.
Rules vary: the City of Sacramento generally allows gravel but may have standards for curb cuts, driveway widths, and stormwater management; historic districts and some neighborhoods may restrict visible front-yard coverings. Many HOAs set color, coverage, and landscaping rules, so check city planning and your HOA covenants before ordering. When in doubt, contact the City of Sacramento Building or Planning Department and your HOA for specific requirements.
A typical 2-car driveway (about 20 x 20 ft) covered 3" thick needs roughly 3.7 cubic yards (about 5 to 6 tons); at 4" depth expect about 4.9 cubic yards (around 7 to 8 tons). A 12 x 12 ft patio at 2" depth requires about 0.9 cubic yards (1.2 to 1.5 tons), and a 3 x 30 ft pathway at 2" needs about 0.6 cubic yards (0.8 to 1 ton). Order 5-10% extra to allow for compaction, grading, and waste, and consider a thicker base for Sacramento soils that hold water.
Sacramento has multiple landscape yards, regional quarries, and aggregate suppliers that deliver by dump truck; prices depend on material type and distance from the source. Expect common bulk rates of about $35 to $70 per ton delivered for standard gravels, with decorative rock reaching $60 to $120 per ton. Delivery fees, minimum orders (often 3 tons), and seasonal availability can affect final price, so get a zip-code-based quote for accuracy.
Gravel is the most cost-effective and permeable option, helping with stormwater infiltration, but it requires ongoing maintenance, edging, and occasional replenishment. Asphalt and concrete are more durable and low-maintenance but create impervious surfaces that increase runoff and heat. Pavers balance durability and permeability if installed with jointing materials, while decomposed granite offers a compact, natural look but can be less stable under heavy traffic without stabilizers.
Compact the base and install a proper edge restraint to prevent spreading, and grade the site to shed water away from structures to limit winter washout. Use coarser base material under the surface layer for stability, consider a fabric weed barrier sparingly, and order deliveries in dry weather when possible. Keep a small reserve of matching gravel for future touch-ups after winter storms or seasonal settling.
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.
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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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