Gravel in Espanola, WA

Prices vary, but most homeowners in the West Washington area pay roughly $30 to $60 per ton for common gravel delivered; washed or specialty gravels can cost more. Installation or spreading labor typically adds $10 to $30 per ton depending on access and job size, or $1.50 to $6 per square foot for full driveway installs. Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum and standard delivery is 2+ business days, with a next-day option available for an extra fee.

For driveways in a rainy climate, angular crushed stone (3/4" minus or 3/4" crushed) is a common choice because it compacts well and resists migration. For drainage you want clean, washed drain rock (1"-2") or river rock that allows water to pass freely. Pea gravel and screened fines are attractive for patios and walkways but can wash or float in heavy rain unless set on a proper base and edged.

Use this quick method: area (sq ft) x depth (ft) = cubic feet, then divide by 27 to get cubic yards; multiply cubic yards by about 1.4 to get tons (density varies by material). Example: a 2-car driveway (20x25 ft = 500 sq ft) at 4" depth needs ~4.6 yd3 or ~6.5 tons; at 6" depth that rises to about 9.3 yd3 or ~13 tons. A 10x10 patio (100 sq ft) at 2" depth needs ~0.6 yd3 or ~0.9 tons, and at 4" about 1.2 yd3 or ~1.7 tons.

Rules vary by jurisdiction and HOA. Many city and county offices in West Washington do not require a permit for a simple residential gravel driveway, but some areas or HOAs impose material, drainage, or appearance rules. Always check with the City of Espanola or your county planning department and your HOA before ordering to confirm any permit or design requirements.

Gravel drains much better than asphalt or concrete, so it generally handles West Washington's wet winters well if installed with the right base and slope. You can still get erosion on steep grades or where runoff concentrates; fines can wash out and ruts can form if the base is weak or traffic is heavy. Proper compaction, edge restraints, and good drainage design greatly reduce those problems.

Expect light maintenance every 1-3 years (raking, adding 1-2 inches of new material, and spot-filling low spots) and more thorough regrading or fresh topping every 3-7 years depending on use and weather. Material costs for topping are often $30-$60 per ton delivered; a small regrade by a contractor might cost $100-$400 depending on access and size. Regular seasonal checks after heavy rain will help catch erosion early and keep costs down.

Gravel is usually the lowest upfront cost and offers superior drainage, which is beneficial in hilly, rainy areas. However, gravel needs more frequent maintenance and will not last as long without periodic replenishment; asphalt and concrete require less frequent surface work but can trap water and need proper drainage. For steep or poorly drained sites, gravel often outperforms asphalt or concrete unless significant drainage improvements are made.

Contractors and suppliers in the area typically source material from nearby quarries, pit sites, and river bed suppliers, so color and texture reflect local geology. Hello Gravel coordinates with local suppliers and haulers; our standard delivery window is 2+ business days with a 3-ton minimum, and next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an additional fee. Weather and site access can extend lead times, so schedule deliveries with some buffer during the rainy season.

Build a stable base with compacted crushed rock, use geotextile fabric where subgrade is soft, and install edge restraints to keep material contained. Grade the area to shed water away from structures and consider a layer of larger drain rock in high-runoff spots. Request tailgate spreading at checkout if you want loose spreading, but note drivers perform that at their discretion and it is not guaranteed.

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.