Gravel in Charleston, SC

Gravel alone does not harden like concrete, but you can create a hard surface by combining gravel with a stabilizer or binder (such as polymeric stabilizers or a cement/sand mix) and compacting it. Products labeled as 'stabilized gravel' or 'crusher-run' compact much firmer than loose stone and work well for walkways and low-traffic driveways. In Charleston's coastal climate you may need additional edge restraints and proper drainage to keep a stabilized surface from shifting during heavy rain.

Material-only prices for common gravels in the Charleston area often fall in the roughly $20-$40 per ton range, while delivered prices typically run about $40-$80 per ton depending on stone type, distance, and supplier. Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum and can provide delivered pricing for your zip code and desired product. For an exact number, request a quote through our site or call our team.

Both methods are used: many suppliers and online platforms sell gravel by the ton, while some local suppliers or landscapers price by the cubic yard. As a rule of thumb for common crushed gravel, 1 cubic yard is about 1.3 tons (so 1 ton is roughly 0.75 cubic yard), but actual density varies by rock type and moisture, so check with your supplier before ordering.

A typical tri-axle dump truck in Charleston carries roughly 10-12 tons of gravel; delivered truckload prices usually range from about $400 to $1,000 depending on material type, delivery distance, and site access. Hello Gravel works with local haulers and shows delivered prices at checkout; remember our 3-ton minimum applies if you need less than a full truck. If you need spreading or a difficult drop location, mention it at checkout since additional fees may apply.

Coverage depends on depth: as a guideline, 1 ton of gravel covers roughly 80-100 square feet at 1 inch depth. For common driveway builds you typically use 3 inches for top dressing or 3-4 inches for a compacted base, so 1 ton would cover about 26-33 square feet at 3 inches. In Charleston's sandy and rainy conditions, many homeowners use a thicker base (3-4 inches) and good drainage, which increases quantity needs.

If you mean a 20 ft long by 10 ft wide driveway (200 sq ft) with a typical 3-inch compacted gravel layer, you would need roughly 7 to 8 tons of material. With delivered gravel prices in Charleston and basic spreading/compaction, expect material-plus-delivery costs around $300-$700 and total installed cost (including labor and compaction) commonly in the $600-$1,500 range depending on site prep and drainage work. Get a site-specific quote through Hello Gravel because soil conditions and access can change the price.

For a 100 ft long by 10 ft wide driveway (1,000 sq ft) at a 3-inch compacted depth you would need about 35-40 tons of gravel. With delivered material prices, base material alone will often run $1,200-$3,000, and complete installation including grading, edge restraints, and compaction typically ranges from $3,000 to $6,000 or more depending on slope, drainage work, and ease of access in Charleston. Local site conditions like clay patches, tidal water table, or required permit work can increase costs, so request a detailed quote.

A 20x20 slab is 400 sq ft; a typical compacted gravel base of 3-4 inches would require roughly 15-20 tons of gravel. Base material and delivery for that gravel usually costs about $500-$1,200 depending on material and distance, and poured concrete for a basic slab in Charleston often runs roughly $3.00-$8.00 per sq ft for the concrete plus labor, so total installed costs commonly fall in the $2,500-$6,000 range. Prices vary with reinforcement, grading, permits, and drainage needs, so include gravel base pricing in your Hello Gravel quote request.

If you plan to buy gravel to mix concrete on site, a tri-axle dump truck (about 10-12 tons) typically costs roughly $400-$1,000 delivered in Charleston depending on the aggregate type and delivery distance. Keep in mind ready-mix concrete is usually more cost-effective for poured slabs because it includes aggregate, cement, and delivery; buying gravel for mixing makes sense for remote jobs or custom on-site batching but increases labor and equipment needs. Contact Hello Gravel to see available aggregate types suitable for concrete mix and to get an exact delivered price.

Gravel needs vary by foundation type and site work, but as a rough estimate a 2,000 sq ft slab-on-grade with a 4-inch compacted base requires about 100 tons of base gravel. Add driveways, walkways, backfill, and drainage stone and the project total can run anywhere from 150 to 400 tons of gravel; at delivered prices typical for Charleston, the gravel portion of site work often falls between about $5,000 and $25,000 depending on scope. For an accurate estimate, have your builder specify depths and areas and request a Hello Gravel quote for the specific materials and delivery logistics.