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 Orinda Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Orinda, with a population of 19,700, sits in a stable, suburban pocket of the West California metro that is expanding at about 0.60% annually. The city’s Mediterranean climate — roughly 260 sunny days a year and 24.00 inches of annual rainfall, in USDA hardiness zone 9b — encourages year-round outdoor projects but also creates specific needs for erosion control and stormwater management. Homeowners here are often improving driveways, adding low-maintenance front yards, and upgrading drainage on sloped lots; those projects increase demand for reliable aggregates that perform well in both dry summer heat and the winter rains. Because soil types and scenic preferences vary across Orinda’s hills and valleys, residents look for locally sourced gravel that matches site drainage needs, blends with native landscaping, and stands up to vehicle traffic and footpaths.Popular Projects in Orinda This Season
- Gravel Driveway Resurfacing25 tons
- Gravel Garden Pathway6 tons
- Gravel Patio Base10 tons
- Gravel French Drain5 tons
- Gravel Firewise Perimeter12 tons
Orinda Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West California
- 🏘️ Population: 19,700
- 🏡 Metro Area: 4.7+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 24.00 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 260/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 9b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.60% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Orinda Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Moisture
- Feb–Apr: Higher Moisture
- May–Sept: Dry Season Best
- Dec–Jan: Soft Ground Risk
Summer Tip: With 24.00 inches of annual rainfall, choose angular crushed gravel for slopes and driveway edges to improve drainage; lay it over landscape fabric and compact in layers to reduce washout and weed growth.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Orinda gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Orinda.
A typical 2-car driveway in Orinda is about 600 sq ft and usually needs roughly 7-9 tons of gravel for a 3" top layer (depending on depth and compaction). Material and delivery pricing in the Bay Area varies by product and supplier, but expect a wide range roughly $50 to $120 per ton delivered, so a ballpark total of $350 to $1,100 for materials and delivery. Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum and offers up-front pricing and delivery scheduling so you can get an exact quote for your address.
For Orinda’s hilly terrain choose angular, crushed rock (for example 3/4" minus or road base) that locks together and compacts well to resist movement on slopes. Use a well-compacted base layer, edge restraints, and consider coarser rock or larger riprap at runoff points to control erosion during winter rains. Drivers and contractors in the area often combine a compacted road base with a 1-3" crushed surface for the best balance of traction and stability.
For a 1,000 sq ft patio, plan about 9 tons of crushed rock for a 2" depth and about 13 tons for a 3" depth, assuming standard crushed stone density. Always round up slightly to account for compaction and waste, and remember Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum order. If you need help we can calculate exact quantities when you provide your desired depth and edging details.
Both work for xeriscaping, but they serve different needs: decomposed granite (DG) gives a softer, compacted finish great for paths and low-foot-traffic beds, while crushed rock (angular) drains better and resists movement on slopes. In Orinda’s Mediterranean climate, DG can compact and hold moisture near plant roots, but on steeper or high-runoff spots crushed rock is more erosion-resistant. Choose based on slope, use (path vs mulch substitute), and appearance preference.
Installed gravel driveway costs vary with site prep, access, slope, and materials; typical rates in the Bay Area range roughly $3 to $12 per sq ft. For a 600 sq ft driveway that generally translates to about $1,800 to $7,200, with tougher grading or more engineered drainage increasing costs. For a firm price get a local contractor estimate or order materials and hauling through Hello Gravel and request installation quotes from recommended installers.
Hello Gravel partners with vetted local suppliers and haulers throughout the Bay Area and will show product availability for your zip code during checkout. Product availability and exact gradations can vary by supplier, so the quickest way to see who delivers pea gravel, river rock, or specific crushed rock to Orinda is to enter your address on our site or contact our team for a tailored list. We handle scheduling and delivery coordination so you don’t have to call multiple yards.
Longevity depends on slope, rainfall, and traffic; in Orinda you can expect periodic topping or regrading every 3 to 7 years for many sloped driveways, with steeper or heavily used drives needing maintenance more often. Winter storm events can wash out material faster, so proper drainage, edging, and occasional spot repairs will extend life. Regular light maintenance after heavy rains helps avoid larger repairs later.
Gravel has a lower upfront cost and better permeability, but it requires ongoing maintenance (regrading, topping up) and may need attention every few years. Asphalt costs more up front but typically lasts 15 to 30 years with less frequent maintenance, which can be more cost-effective if you prefer low upkeep and smoother surfaces. Consider budget, desired appearance, stormwater management, and how much maintenance you will do; hillside sites in Orinda may also require extra drainage work regardless of surface type.
A good-quality woven landscape fabric helps reduce weeds but it will not eliminate them entirely; combine fabric with a compacted base and 2-3" of top gravel for best results. In the Orinda area you can buy woven geotextile fabric at local home improvement stores (Home Depot, Lowe’s) or landscape supply yards, and Hello Gravel suppliers can often add fabric to your material list on request. For long-term success also use clean materials, close-fitting edging, and spot herbicide or manual removal as needed.
For a permeable gravel driveway in Orinda, a typical build-up is 8 to 12" of compacted crushed rock base (for storage and infiltration), covered by 3 to 4" of surface gravel or open-graded rock. Install a geotextile to separate subgrade from base, include edge restraints, and incorporate swales or drainage outlets to manage runoff on slopes. These measures, combined with proper grading, reduce erosion risks during Orinda’s wet season and improve driveway longevity.
Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum order, offers standard delivery in 2+ business days, and has a next-day delivery option for orders placed before noon CST (additional fee applies). Deliveries are made by contracted dump-truck fleets and drivers may offer tailgate spreading at their discretion; always add delivery notes at checkout for access details or placement preferences. If you need help calculating materials or scheduling, contact our team or use the material calculator on our website.
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.
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