Gravel in Houston Farms, TX

In the Houston area you can expect delivered gravel to run roughly $25 to $60 per ton depending on type (pea gravel, crushed limestone, crusher-run), distance from the quarry, and supplier. Specialty colors or washed stone tend to be at the higher end. Hello Gravel can check local supplier rates for your zip code and show exact pricing and any delivery fees.

For driveways on Houston clay we commonly recommend a layered approach: a compacted crusher-run or 3/4u0022 base, topped with #57 crushed stone or 3/4u0022 crushed limestone for traction and drainage. Pea gravel is good for garden paths and drainage beds but tends to move under vehicle traffic. Consider a geotextile fabric under the base to help with clay subgrade and improve long-term stability.

As a rule of thumb for crushed stone (density ~1.5 tons/yd3), 1,000 sq ft needs about 9 tons at 2 inches, about 14 tons at 3 inches, and about 19 tons at 4 inches. Density and stone type can change these numbers a little, so use Hello Gravel's calculator or ask for a supplier estimate to get a precise quantity. Always order a small overage (5-10%) to allow for compaction and grading.

Hello Gravel partners with multiple local suppliers and haulers around Houston (local quarries and aggregate yards commonly include operations from large producers and regional yards). Typical delivery minimums are around 3 tons, which matches Hello Gravel's minimum order, though some quarries require larger truck minimums for certain products. If you need a small amount, ask about pick-up options or split deliveries when you request a quote.

Installation costs in Houston vary with site prep and drainage needs, but a typical installed gravel driveway ranges from about $2,000 to $6,000 for a modest driveway. Simple installs with minimal grading and materials lean toward the low end, while jobs that need heavy subgrade work, drainage trenches, or stabilization can push costs higher. Get a site visit quote to capture clay subgrade and drainage work which often drives price in Southeast Texas.

Crushed limestone and crusher-run compact well and shed water if you have a stable base and good slope, but they can rut and wash if drainage is poor. Pea gravel drains well but tends to float and migrate during heavy rains and floods. In flood-prone spots consider larger base rock, good slope, strong edge restraint, geotextile fabric, or stabilization grids to reduce washouts and movement.

Expect routine maintenance of a gravel driveway at least once a year in Southeast Texas, with more attention after heavy tropical rains or flooding. Common tasks include regrading wheel ruts, topping up displaced material (often every 1-3 years), filling potholes, and clearing washouts or clogged drains. Proper grading, periodic addition of fresh stone, and keeping drainage ditches clear will extend the intervals between repairs.

Gravel has the lowest upfront cost but higher ongoing maintenance, making it the cheapest initially but not always the least expensive over many decades. Asphalt has a moderate upfront cost and needs periodic sealcoating and patching, typically lasting 15-20 years before major work. Concrete has the highest upfront cost but low routine maintenance and a long life (often 25+ years); however, all hard surfaces in Houston may need extra subgrade prep because clay and heavy rain increase installation costs.

Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum order and uses local dump trucks for delivery, typically tri-axle. Standard delivery is scheduled for 2+ business days, with next-day available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee; drivers may offer tailgate spreading at their discretion if requested at checkout. Because materials are regionally sourced, color and texture will reflect local geology—add notes about placement and access at checkout to help the driver.