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 Montecito Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Montecito has a city population: 1.0+ million and lies at the heart of a metro area with a metro area population: 2.5+ million. With a steady growth rate of 0.70% annually and a climate that averages 225 sunny days per year alongside 34.60 inches of rain annually, homeowners balance sun-loving plantings with significant runoff control needs. The region’s hardiness zone (8b) supports a wide range of landscapes, and ongoing residential projects—from driveway repairs to slope stabilization and ornamental dry streams—drive steady demand for dependable aggregates. Local geology and microclimates mean buyers want gravel that resists washout, compacts where needed, and complements the area’s natural colors and textures.Popular Projects in Montecito This Season
- Gravel Driveway Resurfacing24 tons
- Gravel Garden Path3 tons
- Gravel Patio Base6 tons
- Gravel Drainage Trench8 tons
- Gravel Firewise Perimeter12 tons
Montecito Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West California
- 🏘️ Population: 1.0+ million
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.60 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 225/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.70% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Montecito Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Optimal Seeding Window
- May–Sept: Dry Season Compaction
- Dec–Jan: Wet Weather Caution
Summer Tip: On Montecito slopes with 34.60 inches of annual rainfall, use 1/2"–3/4" crushed gravel over landscape fabric to improve drainage and limit washout.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Montecito gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Montecito.
A typical tri-axle dump truck in the Montecito area carries roughly 10-14 cubic yards of gravel (about 14-20 tons, depending on the material). Cost varies with material type, distance, and local demand; expect a full truckload to commonly fall in a wide range — contact Hello Gravel for an exact quote for your zip code. Note that our minimum order is 3 tons and standard delivery is 2+ business days, with next-day available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee.
One ton of gravel covers roughly 231 sq ft at 1 inch depth, about 115 sq ft at 2 inches, and about 77 sq ft at 3 inches. Use the depth you need (pathways vs driveway) to choose how many tons to order — for Montecito paths 1-2 inches may be fine, while driveways generally need more depth and compaction.
Prices in Montecito vary by type (base rock vs decorative), supply, and haul distance; a single cubic yard commonly ranges from moderate to premium pricing because coastal and hillside deliveries can be costlier. For the most accurate price for the specific gravel you want, request a quote through Hello Gravel — we show local supplier rates and delivery costs for your address.
For a sample one-car driveway 20 ft long by 10 ft wide at 3 inches depth you need about 1.85 cubic yards (roughly 2.6 tons). Material plus delivery and minor spreading in Montecito can range broadly depending on gravel type and local haul; contact Hello Gravel for a tailored estimate, but expect a small job like this to often land in the low hundreds to several hundred dollars including delivery.
Generally no — 2 inches is thin for a driveway that will see cars. In Montecito you should plan on 3-4 inches compacted for light vehicle use and 4-6 inches for regular vehicles or heavier loads, plus a stable subgrade, geotextile fabric on slopes, and good drainage because coastal storms can erode shallow surfaces.
For 1,000 sq ft: at 2 inches depth you need about 6.17 cubic yards (roughly 8.6 tons); at 3 inches about 9.26 cubic yards (about 13.0 tons); and at 4 inches about 12.35 cubic yards (about 17.3 tons). Choose depth based on use (paths vs patios vs driveways) and plan for extra to allow for compaction and grading, especially on Montecito slopes.
A properly installed gravel surface with edging, compaction, and drainage can last many years, but it is not permanent — expect to replenish or regrade every 1-5 years depending on traffic, storms, and erosion. In Montecito heavy winter rains, runoff from hillsides, and occasional debris flows can shorten intervals between maintenance, so periodic top-ups and regrading after storms are common.
A 7x14 bed (98 sq ft) filled 1 foot high equals about 3.6 cubic yards; filled 2 feet high equals about 7.3 cubic yards. Practical capacity depends on side height and the trailer's GVWR, and in Montecito you should be mindful of weight limits on local roads — check the trailer weight rating before loading gravel.
Buying in bulk (truckload) from a local supplier is usually the most cost-effective option, and choosing locally sourced base rock instead of decorative stone lowers material costs. Use Hello Gravel to compare local supplier prices, pick standard delivery to avoid surcharges, and consider reclaimed or screened materials where suitable to save money.
A 10x10 area is 100 sq ft: at 1 inch depth you need about 0.31 cubic yards (roughly 0.4 tons); at 2 inches about 0.62 cubic yards (roughly 0.9 tons); and at 3 inches about 0.93 cubic yards (roughly 1.3 tons). For Montecito projects allow a little extra for compaction and grading, and remember our minimum order is 3 tons for delivery.
It depends on your wheelbarrow size, but a typical homeowner wheelbarrow (3-4 cubic feet) will need about 7-9 trips to move one cubic yard (27 cubic feet). Moving that much gravel by hand is heavy work in Montecito's terrain — consider delivery and mechanical spreading for larger jobs.
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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