Gravel in Federal Way, WA

Delivered gravel in the Federal Way/Seattle-Tacoma area typically runs about $40 to $80 per ton, depending on type, supplier, and distance. Prices vary with material (pea gravel vs crushed rock), delivery restrictions, and seasonal demand; Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons and exact pricing is available during checkout.

For Federal Way’s wet conditions, angular crushed rock (for example 3/4" crushed) is best for driveways because it compacts and drains well. Washed gravels and crushed rock with a well-compacted base work better than pea gravel on slopes; pea gravel is fine for patios or paths but can shift and hold water when it’s very wet.

Use 1 cubic yard = about 1.4 tons as a rule of thumb. For a 12x20 driveway: 4" depth is ~3.0 cu yd ≈ 4.1 tons, 6" depth is ~4.5 cu yd ≈ 6.2 tons. For a 20x30 driveway: 4" depth is ~7.4 cu yd ≈ 10.4 tons, 6" depth is ~11.1 cu yd ≈ 15.6 tons.

Yes. Hello Gravel connects you with vetted suppliers and haulers across the Seattle-Tacoma metro who deliver to Federal Way; enter your zip code on our site or call 855-241-8884 to see available materials and delivery windows. If you need installation help, we can also recommend local contractors through our network or you can request a list at checkout.

Professional installation prices vary, but typical installed costs in the Seattle-Tacoma area run roughly $2 to $6 per square foot depending on excavation, base work, drainage, and edging. For example, a 600 sq ft driveway could cost roughly $1,200 to $3,600 installed; difficult access, site prep, or permits can push costs higher.

Prioritize grading so water runs away from structures and crown driveways so center is slightly higher than edges. Add a compacted crushed-rock base, geotextile fabric, edge restraints, and consider French drains or culverts for concentrated flow to reduce washouts during heavy rains.

Expect light maintenance (raking, filling potholes) every year and regrading or topping up 1/2" to 1" every 1–3 years depending on traffic. A full refresh or major base repair is typically needed every 5–10 years; frequent heavy rainfall can accelerate these needs.

Local rules vary: small like-for-like repairs often don’t require a city building permit, but changes to your curb cut, driveway approach, or impermeable surface may need review from the City of Federal Way or Public Works. Always check with Federal Way city permitting and your HOA before starting work; Hello Gravel can help flag potential permit needs when you order.

Gravel has the lowest upfront cost and excellent permeability but needs regular upkeep. Asphalt is mid-range cost with smoother driving surface but can require periodic sealing and proper drainage. Concrete costs more up front, lasts longer with low routine maintenance, but is less permeable and may need drainage planning in wet Federal Way conditions.

For a stable driveway, install a geotextile fabric, 6–12" compacted crushed-rock base (crush-and-run) and then 3–4" compacted top gravel for light vehicles or 4–6" top gravel for regular vehicle traffic. For walkways, 3–4" total depth on a compacted base is usually sufficient; always compact each layer and install edging to keep material in place.

Order at least Hello Gravel’s 3-ton minimum and plan delivery access for a tri-axle dump truck—clear overhead lines, mark the drop area, and note any tight turns in Order Notes. Choose a delivery date in the checkout calendar, request tailgate spreading if you want it (driver discretion, no guarantee), and add color or placement notes to avoid surprises.

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.