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Brown Shredded Mulch
Shredded bark and wood from trees like oak, hickory, and maple, used for landscaping and gardening applications. Provides moisture retention in your soil, weed suppression, temperature regulation for plants, and the gradual addition of organic matter as it decomposes slowly over time. Adds a beautiful, finished look to your home’s exterior.
1 1/2″ Crushed Gravel
Larger 1 ½” gravel perfect for french drains, drainage ditches, catch basins, and erosion control. Also used in base layers for road projects in areas with poor soil conditions, as backfill material, and for ground cover applications where smaller stones may wash away.
Crushed Concrete
Recycled concrete aggregate for construction & landscaping. Often used for road base and sub-base applications, as fill material, and for erosion control. Typically 1 ½” down to fines.
3/8″ Natural Pea Gravel
Decorative and functional landscaping gravel. Small, naturally rounded stones create an aesthetic appeal when used for pathways, plant beds and garden borders. Also great for water features, rock gardens, dog runs and playground surfacing.
Garden Soil
Premium garden soil enriched with organic matter—essential for vigorous, healthy plant growth. Ideal for filling gardens, building raised beds, and enhancing tired or compacted soil. Fulfillment 20-40% organic is ideal
Driveway Gravel
A ¾”-1” clean, crushed stone ideal for rejuvenating worn down gravel driveways, or for installing a fresh new driveway on your property. Aesthetically pleasing and functional!
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Why Bixby Knolls Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Bixby Knolls, with a city population of 28,000 and located within a metro area population of 2.3+ million, is experiencing steady demand for home improvements and infill development. A 2.50% annual growth rate means more homeowners are investing in outdoor living, driveway upgrades, and small-scale construction projects—all of which increase demand for bulk materials. The local climate—USDA hardiness zone 8b with 228 sunny days per year and annual rainfall of 33.20 inches—creates a balance of dry, sun-exposed months and wetter periods. That pattern favors materials that manage both drainage and UV exposure: well-graded base materials for compaction, top dressings that resist fading, and organic products for drought-tolerant planting. Homeowner trends in this market point to low-maintenance landscapes, permeable surfaces, and durable hardscapes, so sourcing quality gravel, dirt, sand, mulch, and stone matters for longevity and performance.Popular Projects in Bixby Knolls This Season
- Driveway Resurfacing18 tons of aggregate
- Garden Pathway Installation8 tons of base material
- Yard Grading and Leveling25 tons of fill dirt
- Garden Bed Installation6 tons of topsoil
- Property Drainage Improvement10 tons of landscaping mix
Bixby Knolls Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: California Region
- 🏘️ Population: 28,000
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.3+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 33.20 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 2.50% annually
Best Times for Bixby Knolls Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Conditions
- Feb–Apr: Mild Working Temps
- May–Sept: Peak Project Season
- Dec–Jan: Winter Weather Limits
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Frequently Asked Questions - Bixby Knolls Gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Bixby Knolls.
Start by matching the material to the function you need: drainage, weight-bearing, erosion control, or surface finish. Consider local climate and soil, maintenance needs, and appearance preferences, then use a material calculator or request samples to compare texture and color. If you need help, our team can suggest options that work well in Bixby Knolls' coastal-California conditions.
Homeowners often worry about drainage, dust, weed growth, and how material color and texture will look with their home. Other concerns include how well a material compacts, how much maintenance it requires, and whether it meets HOA or city standards. Planning for slope, edging, and periodic top-ups will reduce many of these issues.
Bixby Knolls experiences dry summers and mild, wetter winters, which means materials should handle occasional heavy rain and periods of drought. Expect some color fading from sun exposure and possible salt spray near the coast; good base preparation and proper drainage extend lifespan. For long-term performance, choose materials that resist erosion and allow water to move away from structures.
Confirm local curb and driveway restrictions, street-width limits, and any required parking or temporary street permits with the city or HOA before delivery. Make sure the drop zone is accessible for a tri-axle dump truck and free of overhead wires, narrow gates, or low-hanging trees; drivers may refuse unsafe drops. Provide clear access notes at checkout so suppliers can plan an appropriate truck and tipping location.
Plan for at least 2 business days for standard delivery, and allow additional time during peak seasons, holidays, or after storms when supplier stock and truck availability can be limited. Next-day delivery is sometimes available for orders placed early, but it may carry an extra fee. Order early for weekend projects or if you need specific material colors or sizes, since regional sourcing can affect availability.
Many neighborhoods in Bixby Knolls have HOA rules or city regulations that affect visible front-yard materials, impermeable surface limits, and driveway changes. Check your HOA design guidelines and contact the city planning department for permits required for grading, retaining walls, or curb cuts. Getting approvals before delivery avoids delays and additional work later.
Prices vary by material, local supply, and project size, but in the California region bulk materials commonly fall within a broad range. Expect lower-cost materials at the bottom of the range and specialty or decorative materials at the higher end; seasonal demand and delivery distance also affect price. For an exact quote for your address in Bixby Knolls, check availability and pricing at checkout or contact our team.
DIY saves on labor costs but requires time, tools, and some skill for proper grading, compaction, and edging. Professional installation adds contractor labor, equipment, and site preparation, which can increase total cost but often delivers faster, more durable results. For many projects the material-only cost is only part of the budget; ask for contractor estimates to compare total installed price versus DIY.
Discuss slope, existing drainage paths, low spots that collect water, and soil type with your supplier or contractor before ordering. Coastal-California soils can vary from sandy to clay, and poor drainage or nearby downspouts can cause settling or erosion. Proper grading, a compacted base, and directing water away from structures are key for long-lasting results.
Use an online material calculator or the rule of thumb that 1 cubic yard covers about 324 square feet at 1 inch depth to estimate quantities. Typical project depths: thin top-dress 1-2 inches, walkways 2-3 inches, and structural bases 4-12 inches depending on use; always confirm recommended depths for your project. Order 5-10% extra to allow for compaction, uneven grade, and waste, or ask our team to calculate an accurate amount for your project in Bixby Knolls.
Materials reflect local geology and can vary in color, texture, and size even within the same product type. Photos are illustrative; natural variation and regional sourcing mean exact matches cannot be guaranteed. If color is important, request samples or note your preference at checkout so suppliers can try to match what is available locally.
Measure access points and note any narrow streets, overhead lines, or tight turns when ordering so suppliers can select an appropriate truck. Clear a staging area, remove obstacles, and mark the preferred drop location with cones or stakes. If the standard dump truck cannot reach the spot, consider smaller trucks, additional handling, or coordinating a nearby offload point with the supplier.
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.
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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!
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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.
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