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 Palo Alto Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Palo Alto is a compact, high-demand community with a city population of 86,482 at the heart of a larger metro area with 2.5+ million residents. The region’s temperate climate—about 230 sunny days per year, annual rainfall of 34.40 inches, and hardiness zone 8b—supports active landscaping and steady residential development tied to a regional growth rate of 0.70% annually. That steady growth and ongoing home improvement activity mean homeowners and small contractors regularly need reliable aggregates for projects such as permeable driveways, drainage trenches, pathways, and erosion control. With constrained yards and a premium on curb appeal, local homeowners look for materials that perform well, install cleanly, and match the local geology. Gravel is a practical fit for Palo Alto’s environment: it improves drainage in a place that receives 34.40 inches of rain annually, stands up to long sun exposure across about 230 sunny days per year, and works with local soils and slopes in hardiness zone 8b. Hello Gravel connects you to local suppliers who source regionally matched gravel, offers clear pricing and scheduled delivery (standard 2+ business days, next-day option available), and coordinates professional dump-truck delivery and optional tailgate spreading at the driver’s discretion. We help homeowners pick the right texture and size for drainage, pathways, and low-water landscaping and then manage ordering and delivery so projects stay on schedule.Popular Projects in Palo Alto This Season
- Driveway Gravel Resurfacing35 tons
- Gravel Backyard Patio10 tons
- Gravel Pathway Network5 tons
- Permeable Gravel Parking Pad25 tons
- Gravel Drainage Swale12 tons
Palo Alto Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: San Francisco-Oakland, CA
- 🏘️ Population: 86,482
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.40 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 230/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.70% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Palo Alto Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Ideal Moisture Levels
- May–Sept: Hot Dry Conditions
- Dec–Jan: Wet Season Limits
Summer Tip: For Palo Alto yards, favor angular, well-draining gravel and install a weed barrier or compacted base before spreading to improve drainage and reduce weed growth given the area’s 34.40 inches of annual rainfall.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Palo Alto gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Palo Alto.
Delivered gravel prices in Palo Alto vary by type. Expect roughly $40 to $100 per ton delivered for common landscaping or base gravels, with decorative or specialty stones at the higher end; prices depend on material, color, and local supply. Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum and shows local pricing and delivery options when you enter your zip code.
Costs depend on depth and material. For a 2-inch cover you need about 6.2 cubic yards (≈8.3 tons); for a 3-inch cover about 9.3 cubic yards (≈12.5 tons). Using delivered material at $40 to $100 per ton gives a material range of about $330 to $1,250, and professional installation/spreading can add roughly $1.50 to $6.00 per sq ft depending on site access and prep.
A tri-axle dump truck load of 10 to 12 cubic yards typically contains about 13.5 to 16.2 tons, depending on the product. Multiply your per-ton price by that tonnage and add any local delivery fee; using $40 to $100 per ton, a full load will commonly range from about $550 to $1,600 delivered, depending on material and fees.
Yes, many San Francisco-Oakland metro suppliers deliver to Palo Alto. Hello Gravel works with local suppliers who typically have a 3-ton minimum; delivery fees vary by distance, truck access, and schedule but Hello Gravel often lists transparent delivery fees or free delivery in many areas—enter your zip code to see exact pricing.
Yes. Crushed base rock and standard landscaping gravels are generally less expensive than decorative or color-enhanced stones because they are more common and used in bulk. Decorative gravels and specialty aggregates cost more for material and sometimes for delivery, especially in the Bay Area where color and rarity affect price.
For driveways, 3/4" crushed rock or 3/4" minus compactable base is commonly recommended for stability; for walkways, pea gravel or decomposed granite are popular for appearance and drainage. Professional installation for a gravel driveway in the Palo Alto area typically runs in the range of $2 to $6 per sq ft depending on site prep, edging, compaction, and access.
Yes, recycled aggregate and reclaimed base materials are commonly available in the Bay Area and can be a cost-effective choice for sub-base and driveway projects. Recycled materials are often cheaper than decorative new stone, but quality and suitability vary so ask suppliers about gradation and compaction performance for your project.
Permit needs depend on project scope and zoning; simple resurfacing on an existing driveway may not need a permit, while changing driveway location, curb cuts, or altering drainage may. Hello Gravel suppliers and haulers do not issue permits, so check Palo Alto's planning or public works department or consult a local contractor for permit requirements.
Many suppliers in the San Francisco-Oakland metro can deliver to Palo Alto, and next-day delivery is sometimes available depending on material, truck availability, and order timing. Use Hello Gravel's checkout to check next-day availability for your zip code and note that same-day service is less common and depends on supplier schedules and truck routing.
Hauling is usually included in the delivered price, but optional tailgate spreading or labor charges are extra. Tailgate spreading by the driver is at their discretion and, where available, can range from about $50 to $200 for small jobs; full spreading or handwork by a crew can cost several hundred dollars depending on complexity and site access.
Gravel reflects local geology, so color and texture vary by supplier and region within the San Francisco-Oakland area. You can add color or appearance notes at checkout, and Hello Gravel recommends ordering a small sample or visiting a local supplier to confirm looks before placing a large order.
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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