Gravel in Fife, WA

Contact Hello Gravel or get a quote online for current per-ton pricing in Fife because rates change with local supply and season. As a guideline, West Washington ranges often seen are roughly: crushed rock $30-60/ton, pea gravel $35-75/ton, and road base $25-50/ton, but final price depends on delivery, access, and minimums. Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum and delivery fees or next-day charges may apply; exact totals appear at checkout.

For Fife's wet climate, angular crushed rock or a 3/4" minus road-base mix is usually best because the edges lock together and resist washout. Pea gravel is attractive but tends to migrate and float on slopes after heavy rain, so reserve it for decorative beds or low-traffic walkways. Always pair surface gravel with a compacted base and good drainage for the longest life.

Use area x depth to estimate and then convert to tons; a simple rule is tons = area (sq ft) x depth (inches) x 0.0031. Example estimates: a 2-car driveway (20' x 40' = 800 sq ft) at 4" is about 10 tons, a 3' x 30' walkway at 2" is about 1 ton, and a 12' x 12' patio at 4" is about 2 tons. Round up 10-20% for compaction, grading, and waste, and confirm with our material calculator.

Local suppliers commonly set minimum delivery amounts and may add fees for short loads, tight access, or spreading services. Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum and offers tailgate spreading only at the driver's discretion; request it at checkout but know there are no guarantees and additional fees may apply. If you need mechanical spreading or compacting, plan to hire a local contractor or ask your supplier for recommendations.

Rules vary by project, but many driveway changes require a permit or review from the City of Fife or Pierce County, especially for new curb cuts, changes to drainage patterns, or work in the public right-of-way. Before you order large amounts of gravel, contact City of Fife Public Works or Pierce County Planning to confirm permit needs and any stormwater or setback requirements. Following local rules helps avoid rework and potential fines.

Gravel driveways in Fife can last many years with regular maintenance, but they require more ongoing care than asphalt or concrete. Expect to regrade and top-dress every 1-3 years, add several inches of material every few years in high-traffic areas, and address potholes and washouts after heavy winter rains. Upfront costs are lower than asphalt or concrete, but plan for periodic materials and labor for maintenance.

Start with a compacted subbase or road base, use geotextile fabric where soils are soft, and maintain a 4-6" compacted surface for driveways (6-8" for heavier loads). Provide positive drainage with slopes, gutters, or culverts to keep water from pooling and carrying material away, and use edging to keep gravel contained. Choose angular crushed stone for locking and resist washout rather than rounded decorative gravels for high-traffic areas.

Deliveries are typically by tri-axle dump truck, which drops 10-14 cubic yards and needs adequate turning radius and overhead clearance, so inspect access before ordering. Hello Gravel standard delivery is 2+ business days with next-day available for orders placed before noon CST; add order notes about preferred drop location and request spreading there if desired. Drivers will assess safety on arrival and may refuse difficult drops, so plan for a nearby safe offload area if your site is tight.

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.