Gravel in Laredo, TX

Prices in Laredo vary by gravel type, delivery distance, and supplier, but homeowners commonly pay roughly $30 to $70 per ton delivered. That translates to about $40 to $90 per cubic yard depending on material density and whether delivery or spreading fees apply.

For driveways in Laredo's hot summers and occasional heavy rain, angular crushed stone (3/4u0022 to 1u0022) or crushed limestone are popular because they compact well and shed water. For walkways and patios, decomposed granite or pea gravel can be attractive and comfortable underfoot, but pea gravel is less stable for driveways unless contained by edging.

Many Laredo contractors do recommend gravel for driveways, especially on rural properties, because it is cost-effective and drains well. They stress proper base preparation, compaction, edging, and grading to handle summer heat and heavy rain, rather than relying on surface gravel alone.

A typical two-car driveway (about 20' x 20') needs roughly 4 to 8 cubic yards (about 5 to 10 tons) for a 3u0022 to 4u0022 surface layer; increasing depth or adding a base will raise quantities. Small patios (10' x 12') usually need about 1 to 2.5 cubic yards (1.5 to 3.5 tons) depending on depth.

Installed costs depend on site work, edging type, and how much base is required, but expect roughly $1,500 to $6,000 for an average two-car driveway in the Laredo area. Low end reflects minimal prep and simple edging, while higher costs include heavy grading, geotextile fabric, compacted base stone, and professional labor.

In Laredo, driveways typically need light regrading once a year and a top-up of fresh gravel every 2 to 5 years depending on traffic and storms. Maintenance costs are modest: regrading with a rented tool or contractor can run $50 to $300, while adding a few tons of gravel usually costs $100 to $600 delivered and spread.

Hello Gravel works with local suppliers and haulers serving Laredo and surrounding South Texas, so you can check availability by entering your zip code on our site. Minimum orders start at 3 tons, standard delivery is 2+ business days, and many local suppliers offer delivery to residential and rural addresses for an added fee or free in some areas.

Gravel is generally the lowest upfront cost and offers excellent drainage compared with concrete or asphalt, which helps during heavy rains common in South Texas. It is less durable and requires periodic maintenance and topping, while concrete and asphalt last longer with less frequent upkeep but cost significantly more to install.

For driveways, contractors in Laredo commonly recommend a compacted base of 4 to 6 inches of larger crushed stone with a 2 to 3 inch surface layer of smaller gravel, plus a slight crown for runoff. Use sturdy edging such as concrete curbs, steel, or treated timber and add drainage features like swales or culverts where water concentrates to reduce washouts.

For low dust and good drainage, #57 crushed stone or washed crushed limestone are common choices in Texas because they allow water to pass while producing less fine dust than unwashed mixes. Stabilized decomposed granite or bound gravel products are an option if you want less tracking and dust on patios, but availability and color vary by local quarries.

Order online by selecting gravel type and entering your Laredo zip code; note that minimum orders start at 3 tons and standard delivery is 2+ business days with a next-day option for orders placed before noon CST. On delivery day expect a contracted dump truck to arrive (no Hello Gravel branding), and you can request tailgate spreading at checkout but the driver will decide if it is safe to do the work.