Known for its natural look, this compact, durable material drains well and holds up in high-traffic areas. Made from crushed and weathered granite down to a mix of fine gravel and sand—best for patios, paths, driveways, and landscape projects. Can range in color from light brown and tan to reddish and gray, depending on the natural stone color in the region.
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Decomposed Granite
Known for its natural look, this compact, durable material drains well and holds up in high-traffic areas. Made from crushed and weathered granite down to a mix of fine gravel and sand—best for patios, paths, driveways, and landscape projects. Can range in color from light brown and tan to reddish and gray, depending on the natural stone color in the region.
Walkway Gravel
A smaller ⅜” crushed stone that is great for paths, patios, and garden walkways. Comfortable under foot thanks to its smaller size, and creates a beautiful garden-like atmosphere.
Road Base
(Class 5 | ABC | Crusher Run) A mixture of crushed limestone or granite, gravel, and sand, ranging from 1 ½” in size down to fines (small particles). Commonly used for constructing roads, driveway bases, parking lots, and other paved and unpaved surfaces. Intended to be compacted, hence the inclusion of fines within the material to provide support and be resistant to erosion and shifting.
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 Los Nietos Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Los Nietos, with a city population of 1.0+ million and part of a West California metro area of 2.5+ million, sits in a warm, semi-arid coastal region that sees 228 sunny days per year and 34.70 inches of annual rainfall. The area’s steady growth rate of 0.70% annually and its placement in hardiness zone 8b drive ongoing demand for residential and light-commercial projects—driveways, patios, garden beds, and small retaining walls are especially common. Homeowners here need aggregates that balance drainage, erosion control, and low maintenance because local soils and seasonal storms require materials that shed water quickly while standing up to heat and sun. Choosing quality gravel helps prevent pooling, cuts maintenance time, and creates stable, attractive surfaces for everyday use.Popular Projects in Los Nietos This Season
- Gravel Driveway Resurface30 tons
- Gravel Patio Base8 tons
- Gravel Pathway Installation6 tons
- Gravel French Drain12 tons
- Gravel Xeriscape Frontyard10 tons
Los Nietos Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West California
- 🏘️ Population: 1.0+ million
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.70 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.70% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Los Nietos Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Compaction
- Feb–Apr: Moderate Moisture Window
- May–Sept: High Heat Drying
- Dec–Jan: Wet Weather Limits
Summer Tip: With 34.70 inches of annual rainfall, prioritize angular crushed gravel for drainage areas and a compactable mix for driveways to reduce washout and rutting.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Los Nietos gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Los Nietos.
In the Los Nietos area, delivered bulk gravel usually runs roughly $30 to $80 per ton depending on type (pea gravel, crushed rock, decomposed granite), quality, and hauling distance. Specialty mixes, colored rock, or small-quantity deliveries can push the price higher; use our zip code check to get an accurate, up-to-date quote for your address.
For driveways in Los Nietos, crushed rock (3/4" to 1") or crushed rock with fines is the most durable choice because it compacts well and resists displacement. Decomposed granite (DG) and DG blends are popular for paths and decorative driveways but often need stabilization to prevent dust and washout; pea gravel is attractive but tends to move under vehicle traffic and is less ideal for primary driveways.
Many local suppliers and haulers that serve Los Nietos offer delivery, and some drivers may provide tailgate spreading at their discretion. Hello Gravel coordinates delivery from trusted local fleets (minimum order 3 tons) and you can request spreading at checkout, but spreading is not guaranteed and depends on site access and safety.
A typical 2-car driveway (about 20' x 20') benefits from a compacted base of 4" to 6" of crushed rock, topped with 1" to 2" of smaller gravel for a finished surface. For patios and walkways, 3" to 4" compacted base plus a 1" decorative top layer is common. Use our material calculator for exact quantities based on your dimensions.
Permit and HOA rules vary: Los Nietos is in Los Angeles County, so structural changes like new curb cuts, altering drainage, or changing driveway location may require permits from LA County Public Works or Planning. Many HOAs have rules on front-yard appearance, so check with your HOA and local county offices before starting work to avoid fines or retrofit work later.
Gravel is good for surface drainage and can reduce erosion if properly installed with a well-compacted base, geotextile fabric, and terrace or retaining features on steep slopes. In Los Nietos's mostly dry climate, runoff events are often short but intense; using larger crushed rock, edge restraints, and proper grading will help channel water and prevent rills and washouts.
In Southern California, gravel landscapes can last many years with basic upkeep: releveling and topping up the surface every 1 to 3 years, occasional compaction, and routine weed control. Expect higher movement in driveways with heavy traffic or on slopes, and plan for periodic top-dressing to maintain depth and appearance.
Base prep and compaction typically add a meaningful portion of total cost; expect base work and labor to add roughly $1.50 to $4.00 per square foot, or $600 to $2,400 for an average 400 sq ft two-car driveway depending on site access and complexity. For full installations including excavation, geotextile, compaction, and edging, total installed costs can vary widely, so get multiple local quotes for an accurate job-specific price.
Calculate area (length x width) and multiply by the depth in feet to get cubic feet, then divide by 27 to get cubic yards; multiply cubic yards by 1.3 to 1.5 to estimate tons of gravel (material-specific). Example: a 20' x 20' driveway at 6" depth is 400 sq ft x 0.5 ft = 200 cu ft = 7.4 cu yd, roughly 9 to 11 tons depending on the gravel type.
Order online and check your zip code to confirm service; Hello Gravel typically requires a minimum order of 3 tons and arranges delivery with local dump-truck fleets. Standard delivery is 2+ business days with a next-day option for orders placed before noon CST (fee applies), and you can request tailgate spreading at checkout though drivers perform it only when safe and feasible.
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!
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.
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