Gravel in Reston, VA

A single tri-axle dump truck load in Reston usually carries about 10-12 tons of gravel. Delivered cost varies by material (pea gravel, #57 crushed stone, screenings) and exact location, but expect a typical delivered range of roughly $400 to $1,200 for a full truckload; smaller orders are priced per ton. Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum and offers clear, upfront pricing at checkout—enter your zip code to see exact local quotes and delivery options.

Assuming a 40-foot long by 10-foot wide driveway (400 sq ft): at 2u0022 you need about 2.5 cubic yards (≈3.3 tons), at 3u0022 about 3.7 cubic yards (≈5.0 tons), and at 6u0022 about 7.4 cubic yards (≈10.0 tons). Using a mid-range delivered price of about $65/ton as an example, material+delivery would be roughly $215 at 2u0022, $325 at 3u0022, and $650 at 6%; your actual price will vary by product and delivery—check your zip for exact Hello Gravel pricing.

One ton of gravel in northern Virginia roughly equals 0.75 cubic yards, which covers about 120 square feet at 2u0022 depth and about 80 square feet at 3u0022 depth. Exact coverage can vary with the gravel type (rounded vs. angular) and how compacted it is, so add a 5-10% waste allowance when ordering.

Two inches is generally only a thin surface dressing and is not enough for a durable driveway in Reston’s climate and soil (clay and freeze-thaw cycles). For a long-lasting driveway we recommend a compacted base of 4u0022 to 6u0022 of crushed stone or recycled base material with a 2u0022 to 3u0022 surface layer of your chosen gravel; deeper, compacted bases reduce rutting and drainage issues.

A 20x20 pad is 400 sq ft. For a basic 4u0022 compacted base you’d need roughly 5 cubic yards (≈6.7 tons) of material; at a sample rate of $65/ton that’s about $435 for materials and delivery. Add compaction equipment rental or contractor labor (typical ranges: $60-$150/day for rental or $300-$800 for a contractor), so a homeowner-installed job might total $500-$700 while a contractor-installed job could be $800-$1,500 depending on site prep.

Assuming a 10-foot width (1,000 sq ft total), at 2u0022 depth you need about 7.4 cubic yards (≈10.0 tons) and at 3u0022 about 11.1 cubic yards (≈15.0 tons). Using $65/ton as an example, materials+delivery would be about $650 for 2u0022 (≈$6.50/linear foot) and $975 for 3u0022 (≈$9.75/linear foot); additional costs for base preparation, compaction, and drainage can increase the total.

Crushed stone (angular) generally compacts and locks together better than rounded natural gravel, so it performs better for driveways and usually requires less frequent replenishing. Price differences in the Reston area are product-dependent—crushed stone and screenings are often similar in price to common natural gravels, while decorative pea gravel can be pricier; choose crushed stone for durability and natural gravel for appearance where drainage and compaction are less critical.

For most Reston homeowners, ordering by the ton through a delivery service like Hello Gravel is the most convenient and cost-effective option once you factor in time, vehicle wear, and local traffic. Picking up could be cheaper if you have a suitable truck and trailer and live very close to a supplier, but Hello Gravel’s delivery removes the hassle and minimum order is 3 tons—check prices both ways to compare.

Yes—options include gravel grids (plastic cellular pavers), resin-bound systems, and polymeric stabilizers. Gravel grids typically run $2-$8 per sq ft installed, resin-bound systems are more expensive and look more like a solid surface, and polymeric binders add roughly $0.50-$2 per sq ft plus labor; by contrast plain gravel materials alone are usually under $1-$2 per sq ft for typical depths, so stabilizers add significant cost but improve load-bearing and reduce maintenance.

With proper base preparation and periodic maintenance a gravel driveway in northern Virginia can last 10-20 years, though individual components will need attention sooner. Expect routine maintenance like grading, filling low spots, and adding 1-2u0022 of new gravel every 3-7 years; budget for a few hundred dollars periodically for materials and occasional professional grading or compaction if you want to keep the surface smooth and well-drained.