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 San Luis Obispo Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
San Luis Obispo (city population 40,434) sits on California’s central coast and is part of a growing regional economy (metro area population 2.3+ million) expanding at about 2.50% annually. With 227 sunny days a year, moderate annual rainfall of 34.50 inches, and a hardiness zone of 8b, local homeowners are balancing drought-aware landscaping with occasional heavy winter runoff. That mix of sun, seasonal rain, and steady population growth drives demand for durable, low-maintenance aggregates for driveways, patios, drainage projects, and erosion control. Homeowners and contractors in San Luis Obispo look for materials that manage water efficiently, reduce maintenance, and match the regional look — which is why quality gravel is a common choice for both functional bases and finished surfaces.Popular Projects in San Luis Obispo This Season
- Gravel Driveway Resurface12 tons
- Gravel Patio Base6 tons
- Gravel French Drain8 tons
- Gravel Garden Path4 tons
- Gravel Dry Stream Bed15 tons
San Luis Obispo Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: Santa Barbara, CA
- 🏘️ Population: 40,434
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.3+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.50 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 227/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 2.50% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for San Luis Obispo Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: High Rain Risk
- May–Sept: Dry Season Ideal
- Dec–Jan: Soft Wet Ground
Summer Tip: Choose angular, well-graded gravel for driveways and slopes to improve compaction and drainage; add a simple edging and slope the surface away from foundations for better runoff management.
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Frequently Asked Questions - San Luis Obispo gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in San Luis Obispo.
Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum order. Delivered prices in San Luis Obispo typically vary by material, distance, and supplier; expect roughly $30 to $90 per ton for common gravels, meaning small residential deliveries often run in the $150 to $600 range. Some areas offer free delivery while next-day options are available for an extra fee; final price is shown at checkout.
For SLO’s mild, sometimes wet winters and dry summers, angular crushed rock or base rock is best for driveways because it compacts and locks together for stability. Decomposed granite is popular for pathways and low-water landscapes because it compacts to a firm, natural look, but it often needs a stabilizer on slopes or high-traffic areas. River rock looks nice for accents but tends to roll and shift, so it is not recommended for main driveway surfaces.
Hello Gravel connects you with trusted local suppliers, quarries, and landscape yards that deliver around San Luis Obispo and nearby Santa Barbara-area suppliers. Enter your zip code on our site or contact our team to see available product lists and delivery options in your exact area. Local landscape yards and municipal quarries are common sources, but availability and color will reflect regional geology.
Possibly. City of San Luis Obispo and San Luis Obispo County have zoning, driveway, and stormwater rules that can affect slope, width, drainage, and runoff; many HOAs also have design rules about material, color, and edging. Check with your HOA and the city or county planning or public works departments before starting work to confirm any permit or engineering requirements.
Calculate cubic yards first: (length ft × width ft × depth ft) ÷ 27. For depth in inches, convert to feet (depth in inches ÷ 12). As a rule of thumb use about 1.3–1.5 tons per cubic yard for most gravels; for example a 20 ft × 10 ft area at 3 in depth is about 1.85 cubic yards or roughly 2.6 tons—order 10–15% more to allow for compaction and waste.
With proper drainage and moderate traffic in SLO’s climate, expect to regrade and add material every 1 to 3 years for upkeep, and a more substantial resurfacing every 3 to 5 years. A well-built gravel driveway with good base, edge restraint, and drainage can last many years; heavy traffic, poor drainage, or steep terrain will shorten the interval between maintenance. Regular maintenance after winter rains helps prevent potholes and erosion.
Angular crushed rock, larger base rock, and riprap-sized stone perform best on steep slopes because the angular pieces interlock and resist movement. Combine rock with geotextile fabric, terraces, check dams, or retaining features to control erosion; stabilized decomposed granite can work on gentler slopes if a binder is used. Avoid loose, rounded river rock on steep slopes because it tends to roll and erode during heavy runoff.
Installed costs vary with site prep, drainage, and access, but a typical range in the SLO area is about $3 to $8 per square foot for a compacted gravel driveway including basic grading, base material, and compaction. Costs rise if you need significant excavation, drainage work, retaining walls, or engineered base layers. Get local quotes because driveway slope, access for dump trucks, and local labor rates cause wide variation.
Common options in SLO include installing a geotextile weed barrier under the gravel, applying a polymer stabilizer or dust suppressant, and using denser, angular gravels that lock together to reduce dust. Avoid excessive watering for dust control because of local water conservation; instead consider stabilized surfacing products or permeable edging and native, drought-tolerant planting to reduce maintenance. Regular sweeping or light misting during extreme dry spells can also help without large water use.
Gravel is usually the most cost-effective and highly permeable option, good for drainage and easy to refresh but needs routine maintenance. Pavers are more expensive up front but offer a durable, low-maintenance surface and cleaner appearance; permeable concrete provides structural load capacity with stormwater benefits but costs more and requires professional installation. Decomposed granite gives a natural look and uses little water, but it often needs stabilization in high-traffic or steep areas to prevent dust and washout.
Deliveries are typically made by tri-axle dump trucks, so check driveway width, overhead clearance, and turning room before delivery and note access restrictions at checkout. You can request tailgate spreading at checkout, but drivers perform spreading at their discretion based on site safety and access; Hello Gravel will confirm delivery details after you order. If access is tight, plan a drop-off point on stable ground and communicate staging instructions in the order notes.
No two loads are identical: materials are regionally sourced so color, texture, and sizing will reflect local geology and may differ from photos. In SLO, avoid deliveries during heavy rain when compaction and spreading are harder; late spring through fall is often best for landscaping work, while winter scheduling may be necessary for stormwater considerations and permit timing.
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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