Skip to main content

Guides

Project Guides

Everything you need to plan and execute your landscape project. From sizing charts to calculation formulas.

Browse all 1,589 guides →

8 min
gravel-and-material-pricing-guides

Bagged vs Bulk Gravel: Cost, Break-Even & Hidden Fees (2026)

Bagged gravel works out to roughly $300 per cubic yard. Bulk delivered by the ton costs a fraction of that. Here is the math, the break-even point, and the hidden fees on both sides.

Alan Kofman
Bulk Landscape Materials Delivered: Stone, Gravel, Mulch, Compost
7 min

Bulk Landscape Materials Delivered: Stone, Gravel, Mulch, Compost

Order bulk landscape materials online and get them delivered by the ton or yard: crushed stone, gravel, decorative rock, topsoil, compost, sand, and mulch. Upfront ZIP-code pricing, nationwide delivery, one supplier for the whole project

Alan Kofman
Benefits of Using River Rock Around House Foundation Perimeters
7 min
Project-Specific Material Applications

Benefits of Using River Rock Around House Foundation Perimeters

How river rock protects a house foundation through drainage, erosion control, and long-lasting perimeter borders, plus a step-by-step guide to installing it correctly.

Alan Kofman
How to Fix a Muddy Driveway (What Actually Works)
7 min
Project-Specific Material Applications

How to Fix a Muddy Driveway (What Actually Works)

Diagnose why a driveway keeps getting muddy and match the fix to the cause, from a gravel top-up to a full base rebuild with geotextile fabric and a French drain.

Alan Kofman
How to Install a Gravel Driveway: Step-by-Step Guide
7 min
Project-Specific Material Applications

How to Install a Gravel Driveway: Step-by-Step Guide

Step-by-step guide to installing a gravel driveway that lasts, including material selection, calculations, excavation, road base, membrane, edging, surface layer, and compaction.

Alan Kofman
Best Weed Killer for Gravel Driveways
6 min
driveway-gravel-types-and-installation

Best Weed Killer for Gravel Driveways

Discover the most effective weed killers for gravel driveways, including chemical and organic options, application techniques, and prevention strategies to maintain weed-free surfaces.

Alan Kofman
Construction Material Sourcing Strategies That Cut Costs and Prevent Delays
6 min
Project-Specific Material Applications

Construction Material Sourcing Strategies That Cut Costs and Prevent Delays

A comprehensive guide for contractors on building strategic material sourcing systems that reduce costs, prevent project delays, and improve supplier relationships through proven procurement strategies.

Alan Kofman
What Is Aggregate in Construction? Types, Properties, and Uses Explained
8 min
Gravel and Aggregate Size Charts and Guides

What Is Aggregate in Construction? Types, Properties, and Uses Explained

Learn what aggregate means in construction, explore different types of aggregates, their key properties, and how they're used in concrete, roads, and building projects.

Alan Kofman
4 min
General Information

How Hello Gravel works, from order to driveway

Order gravel online in about a minute, see the full price up front, and we deliver it to your door. Here's exactly how it works, step by step.

Hello Gravel
3 min
General Information

Is Hello Gravel legit? A straight answer

Yes, Hello Gravel is a real company that delivers gravel, sand, and soil across the country. Here's who we are, how ordering works, and how to check us out for yourself.

Hello Gravel
4 min
Gravel and Material Pricing Guides

Why buying gravel online costs more than the quarry, and when it's worth it

Our delivered price is higher than driving to the quarry yourself. Here's exactly what that extra covers, and how to decide if it's worth it for your project.

Hello Gravel
Are Dump Trucks Responsible for Broken Windshields?
6 min
Dump Truck Operations and Specifications

Are Dump Trucks Responsible for Broken Windshields?

Learn when dump trucks are legally liable for windshield damage, how to prove fault, and what steps to take after debris from a truck cracks your windshield.

Alan Kofman

Ready to start your project?

Use our calculator to figure out how much material you need, then get instant pricing.