Gravel, Sand & Bulk Material Delivery in Cottonwood, AL

Start with the project: base and drainage layers need compactable, angular material while top layers focus on appearance and walking/driving comfort. Consider load, drainage, and slope — gravel, sand, dirt, stone all perform differently for each use. Use our material calculator or contact our team for a recommendation based on your project size and Cottonwood’s local conditions.

For drainage, coarser, well-graded, and angular materials usually work best because they allow water to flow through and resist clogging. Avoid fine, silty dirt or very fine sand in drainage channels. In Cottonwood’s climate and soils, pairing coarse aggregate with proper slope and geotextile fabric gives the most reliable results.

A driveway usually needs a stable, compactable base topped by a wearing layer suited to how you use it. Choose a crushed, well-graded mix for the base and a coarser surface stone for durability and traction. If you’re unsure which gradation or depth to use, our team can suggest options based on traffic, budget, and local conditions.

Yes, but effectiveness depends on design: the trench should have the right depth, slope, and a layer of coarse aggregate plus a perforated pipe if needed. Use clean, coarse material and consider fabric to keep soil out of the aggregate. If you’re in doubt, get a quick plan from a contractor or our sales team to make sure water moves where you want it to.

Small round materials are attractive for walkways and decorative areas but perform poorly where compaction, slope stability, or traction are needed. Avoid them for structural bases, steep driveways, or under pavers where they can shift or migrate. They’re best used in flat, contained areas with edging to hold them in place.

Materials are sourced regionally, so color, texture, and exact particle shape vary based on local geology. That means a material type listed as the same can look and feel different in Cottonwood than in another region. If appearance matters, note your preference in Order Notes and we’ll try to match local supplier options.

Measure the area and desired depth, then use our online calculator to convert cubic yards to tons — different materials weigh different amounts. As a rule of thumb, a 1-inch layer over 100 square feet needs about 0.31 cubic yards. For larger jobs or uncertainty, contact our team and we’ll help estimate quantities and recommend an order size (minimum orders start at 3 tons).

Standard delivery is typically 2+ business days after ordering, and next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an additional fee. Deliveries are made by local contracted dump truck fleets (usually tri-axle trucks), and scheduling is handled through our checkout calendar. We confirm delivery details after your order so you know the expected window.

Contact our team as soon as possible — we make best-effort changes before an order is processed or dispatched. Changes depend on supplier and truck scheduling, so earlier requests have a better chance of being accommodated. If there’s a problem after delivery, reach out right away and we’ll work to resolve it according to our policies.

Clear the drop area of vehicles, low branches, and obstacles; identify a firm place for trucks to park; and mark your preferred drop location with stakes or cones. Protect nearby landscaping and utilities, and confirm access for large trucks. If access is tight, tell us at checkout so we can coordinate the best delivery plan.

Drivers may be able to perform tailgate spreading at their discretion if it is safe and practical, but this service is not guaranteed. Request spreading at checkout and the driver will assess conditions on arrival. For guaranteed spreading or precise finish work, we recommend hiring a local landscaper or contractor.

Natural materials vary by region, so some difference from photos is normal; however, contact customer service promptly if you believe the material is incorrect or there’s a delivery problem. Provide photos and order details so we can investigate and work toward a satisfactory resolution. Our team will explain next steps and relevant policies.

As of today, we require 2 business days for delivery.

Use our material calculator here: https://hellogravel.com/calculator/ to enter the length, width and depth measurements of your project. It will automatically calculate the cubic yards/tons needed. If you are unsure how much to order, contact our team for guidance.

Please type in your zip code on any product screen and it will let you know if we service your area. The chances are that we do!

The material will be delivered via dump truck. If your order is under 20 tons, then it will likely be just one dump truck load. If your order is more than 20 tons, it will be more than one dump truck load.

Absolutely! Try our aggregate quiz here: https://hellogravel.com/aggregate-quiz/ Alternatively,you can call us, chat with us (box in the bottom right corner of the website), or email us!

We cannot get out of the truck and manually spread it. However, depending on the location, safety, and comfortability of the driver – we may be able to tailgate spread your material. This involves pulling the truck forward as material is being dumped to make it easier for you to distribute material after delivery.

The minimum order size is 3 tons.

Hassle Free! Our goal is to make the buying process for gravel and other aggregates as easy and seamless as possible. Enter your zip code on our site, select how much material you need (see below FAQ’s to determine order size), select the date and time frame you would like your material delivered at Checkout, and place your order with any major credit card. After the order is placed our in-house support team will contact you to confirm the details. We will send additional confirmations on the day before and the day of delivery. On delivery day, a dump truck will arrive to dump the materials at your specified location. We request that you have someone available to accept the delivery so that we can make sure to dump it in the correct location. That’s it!

No, because we are a national supplier, we utilize our existing network of suppliers across the country. Therefore, the materials will likely be delivered from a contracted trucking company.

We specialize in making the aggregate buying process as easy and seamless as possible by managing the process from end to end. We have a network of suppliers that we source the materials from where we have negotiated rates. However, we do charge a markup and because of this you may be able to find the materials cheaper on your own. But if you want a hassle free experience, then we are for you!

Please fill out the Quote Request form and we will work up a quote for you! https://hellogravel.com/quote-form/

Although uncommon, due to regional sourcing, the type and color of our materials may vary somewhat from the images on our website, reflecting the unique geological offerings of your area. Please communicate any specifications you desire to our team so we can consider them during the sourcing process.

Please contact our customer service team promptly if you experience any delivery or product quality issues. We will work to resolve them satisfactorily.

We are headquartered in New Orleans, LA. However, we have a network of suppliers across the country from which we provide the materials.