Gravel in Madison Heights, VA

Prices vary by gravel type, supplier, and season, but delivered rates to the Madison Heights area typically run about $25 to $60 per ton or roughly $35 to $80 per cubic yard. Heavier crushed stone will be at the higher end of those ranges and washed decorative gravels cost more. Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum and may offer free delivery in many local ZIP codes; check the checkout quote for exact delivered pricing to your address.

For Madison Heights' humid subtropical climate with freeze–thaw cycles, angular crushed stone (such as 3/4u0022 crushed stone or crushed limestone) is best for driveways because it locks together and drains well. For patios and seating areas, washed pea gravel or 3/8u0022 decorative gravel give a nicer finish but use edging and a compacted base to control movement. Avoid rounded river rock for driveways because it shifts more under traffic, especially during wet periods.

Yes. Hello Gravel connects customers to trusted local suppliers, quarries, and haul fleets that serve the Madison Heights area so material is regionally sourced and reflects local geology. Enter your ZIP code on our site or contact our team to see which suppliers and exact products are available for delivery to your address.

Labor and installation costs depend on site prep, slope, and base work; for a straightforward replacement expect total installed costs in the ballpark of $1.50 to $4.00 per square foot. If you need excavating, a geotextile, substantial base rock, or regrading on hilly terrain, costs commonly rise to $2.50 to $5.50 per square foot. Get an on-site estimate from local contractors for an accurate price for your specific driveway.

On hilly sites we recommend a stable base: 4 to 6 inches of compacted road-base aggregate (crushed stone or recycled base) plus a 2 to 4 inch top course of 3/4u0022 crushed stone, for a total compacted depth of about 6 to 8 inches. Install geotextile fabric under the base on soft or disturbed soils and place material in 2- to 3-inch lifts, compacting each layer with a plate compactor or roller. Also grade the driveway to a slight crown and provide side drainage to control runoff and reduce washouts on slopes.

Plan to grade and re-level your driveway once a year, usually in spring or after the wet season, and add 1 to 2 inches of fresh top-course gravel every 2 to 3 years depending on traffic. Repair potholes as soon as they form by filling with compactable stone, compacting, and regrading; control weeds in spring with manual removal or an approved weed treatment. Good drainage maintenance—clearing ditches and keeping culverts open—is the single best way to reduce frequent repairs in Virginia's freeze–thaw and wet seasons.

Multiply the project length by width by depth (all in feet) to get cubic feet, divide by 27 to convert to cubic yards, then multiply by the material's weight per cubic yard to get tons if you need ton pricing (a typical crushed stone is about 1.3 tons per cubic yard). For example, a 20 ft by 10 ft patio at 6 inches deep is 20 x 10 x 0.5 = 100 cu ft, or 3.7 cu yd, roughly 4.8 tons; always round up 10 to 15% for compaction, waste, and uneven grade. You can also use the Hello Gravel material calculator or contact our team for help with exact quantities.

Hello Gravel delivers by contracted dump trucks (typically tri-axle) with a 3-ton minimum order and standard delivery in 2 or more business days; next-day delivery may be available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. You can request tailgate spreading at checkout, but drivers decide on arrival if it is safe and feasible, and spreading is not guaranteed. Check your delivery notes with your ZIP code on our site and call or text our team for scheduling help and specific access requirements.