Gravel in Sun Bay South, FL

Delivered price varies by material type, local availability, and distance, but in the Florida region you can typically expect about $30 to $70 per ton delivered. Specialty materials (decorative stone, shells, washed river rock) can be higher and pricing can change seasonally. Check your zip code on Hello Gravel or request a quote for an exact delivered price.

A tri-axle dump truck commonly used for deliveries to Sun Bay South usually carries roughly 10 to 14 tons of gravel. Using a typical delivered price range of $30 to $70 per ton, a full truckload of material might run about $300 to $980 for material alone, plus any haul or delivery fees (often $100 to $250 depending on distance and site access). Contact Hello Gravel for a firm truckload quote for your address.

For decorative surface gravel a typical depth is 2 inches; that equals about 0.6 cubic yards or roughly 0.8 to 1.0 tons for 100 sq ft. Because Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons in most areas, you’ll likely pay for at least 3 tons even for a small patch, so expect material costs roughly in the range of $90 to $210 plus any delivery fee. If you only need a small amount, ask us about smaller local loads or whether a supplier can accommodate a partial load.

Assuming a single-car width of about 10 ft and a common gravel thickness of 3 inches, a 20 ft driveway is 200 sq ft and requires about 1.85 cubic yards (roughly 2.5 to 3.0 tons). That usually meets Hello Gravel’s 3-ton minimum, so expect material cost in the approximate range of $90 to $210 plus delivery fees; prices vary by material type. Tailgate spreading may be possible at the driver’s discretion but is not guaranteed, and professional spreading/compaction may add labor costs if you hire it separately.

A 20x20 driveway is 400 sq ft; at a 3-inch depth you need about 3.7 cubic yards, which is roughly 4.5 to 5.5 tons depending on material density. Using the regional delivered range of $30 to $70 per ton, expect material costs roughly $135 to $385, plus delivery and any optional spreading or compaction charges. For exact pricing and any minimum-order adjustments, request a quote with your zip code on Hello Gravel.

A standard pickup bed can sometimes carry a small amount of gravel, but 1 ton of gravel is often bulky and can exceed safe payload limits or overload the suspension. Because Hello Gravel’s minimum order is typically 3 tons and we deliver by dump truck, delivery is usually the safer and more convenient option for most Sun Bay South homeowners. If you plan to haul yourself, check your truck’s payload rating and local supplier limits before loading.

A 7x14 dump trailer’s cubic-yard capacity depends on the side height, but most 7x14s hold roughly 2 to 4 cubic yards of material. Renting a trailer can be cost-effective for very small jobs that need under-3-ton quantities, but consider the time to load, fuel, and the trailer rental fee; Hello Gravel’s delivery can be cheaper and much easier for larger jobs or when you want scheduled drop-off. For jobs that meet or exceed our 3-ton minimum, delivery is usually the simplest option in Sun Bay South.

For Florida driveways, 10 mm (about 3/8u0022) gravel works well as a top surface because it compacts to a smoother, more walkable finish; 20 mm (about 3/4u0022) is better as a base layer to promote drainage and stabilize the profile. Price differences are often small and depend on local availability; larger aggregate (20 mm) can sometimes be slightly cheaper if it is more common in your area. Consider a two-layer approach (20 mm base, 10 mm finish) for lasting performance in Sun Bay South’s rainy climate.

Crush-and-run, crusher-run, or recycled concrete base materials are commonly the most economical options because they compact well and are widely available locally. These materials are good for sub-base and driveway foundations, but they may not have the decorative look of washed or colored stones. Always factor in delivery (Hello Gravel minimums and fees) and any compaction/spreading labor when comparing total installed cost.

A gravel driveway is almost always cheaper upfront: materials and delivery for a 20x20 gravel area typically run in the low hundreds, while a poured concrete slab for the same area usually costs multiple thousands including labor and finishing. However, concrete lasts longer and requires less frequent maintenance, while gravel needs periodic replenishing and upkeep after heavy storms. Consider your budget, expected lifespan, and maintenance willingness — request local quotes through Hello Gravel and from concrete contractors to compare apples to apples.