Gravel in Palm Beach Farms, FL

Prices vary by type (pea gravel, crushed stone, shell) and local supply, but delivered gravel in West Florida typically runs between $35 and $80 per ton. Final cost depends on material type, distance, and any delivery fees; Hello Gravel shows transparent pricing at checkout and has a 3-ton minimum order. For an exact price, enter your zip code and material on our site or contact our team.

For Palm Beach Farms, choose well-graded crushed stone or crusher-run (3/4u0022 minus) over loose pea gravel because it compacts and sheds water better. Consider a base of crushed stone with a top layer of smaller crushed rock or stabilized gravel, and add geotextile fabric below the base to separate the material from the native sand. Avoid very smooth, round gravels alone, since they shift easily in wet, sandy soils.

For a durable 2-car driveway in the Palm Beach area, plan on about 6-8 inches of compacted base (crushed stone) plus a 2-3 inch top layer of finer crushed rock, for a total of 8-11 inches. Install the base in 2-3 inch lifts and compact each lift with a plate compactor until firm, and use geotextile fabric over soft sand to reduce settlement. Thicker base is recommended if your site has very loose sand or poor drainage.

Permit requirements vary: repairs or like-for-like resurfacing often do not require a county permit, but installing a new driveway, changing a curb cut, altering drainage, or work in the county right-of-way usually does. Check Palm Beach County building and engineering departments and any HOA rules before beginning work, and contact our team if you need guidance. We recommend confirming permit needs early, since approvals can affect scheduling.

Lifespan ranges widely—typically 5 to 20 years—depending on installation quality, drainage, traffic, and maintenance. In West Florida's heavy-rain seasons you should grade and re-distribute material after major storms, reapply 1/2 to 1 inch of new gravel every 1-3 years, keep edges defined, and maintain drainage features to prevent washouts. Regular light maintenance extends life far more than initial material choice alone.

Hello Gravel sources materials regionally, so common gravel types are usually available in the West Florida area; standard delivery lead time is 2+ business days with a next-day option for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Minimum order is 3 tons and truck deliveries are typically tri-axle dump trucks; larger orders may qualify for bulk pricing—contact our team for a custom quote. Delivery timing and available mixes can vary by supplier, so check your zip code in checkout for exact options.

Deliveries are made by contracted dump trucks, so make sure the drop location is accessible and free of low-hanging lines, parked vehicles, and tight turns that block a tri-axle truck. You can request tailgate spreading at checkout, but drivers perform spreading at their discretion and safety; if you need precise placement or spreading, plan for crew assistance. Leave clear order notes with preferred drop spot and contact info so the driver can coordinate on arrival.