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 Lake Helen Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Lake Helen is a small but growing community with a city population of 3,530 and a metro area population of 2.5+ million nearby. With a growth rate of 2.50% annually and a climate in hardiness zone 8b, homeowners here are seeing more driveway replacements, landscape upgrades, and small-scale construction projects than in past years. The area averages 228 sunny days per year and an annual rainfall of 34.00 inches, a combination that drives demand for materials that stand up to both heavy sun exposure and periodic heavy rains. That means homeowners and contractors prioritize aggregates that provide reliable drainage, resist washout, and blend with the local geology — which is why quality gravel is a common choice for Lake Helen projects. Gravel performs particularly well in Lake Helen’s conditions: it improves surface drainage during the rainy season, reduces erosion on sloped yards, and provides a low-maintenance, sun-resistant surface for driveways, walkways, and garden beds. Because regional sourcing affects color and texture, choosing locally supplied gravel helps ensure compatibility with local soils and aesthetics. Hello Gravel connects Lake Helen homeowners to vetted local suppliers and haulers, handles scheduling and delivery logistics, and provides material guidance so you get the right gravel for your property without the hassle of sourcing and coordinating multiple vendors.Popular Projects in Lake Helen This Season
- Gravel Driveway Resurface25 tons
- Gravel Patio Base8 tons
- Gravel Garden Pathways6 tons
- Gravel French Drain Backfill4 tons
- Gravel RV Parking Pad35 tons
Lake Helen Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West Florida
- 🏘️ Population: 3,530
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.00 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 2.50% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Lake Helen Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Ideal Moisture Levels
- May–Sept: High Washout Risk
- Dec–Jan: Low Freeze Risk
Summer Tip: For Lake Helen yards, lay a geotextile fabric under gravel to prevent mixing with native soil and improve drainage after heavy rains. Choose angular, crushed gravel for driveways to lock in place and resist rutting under Florida’s sun and rain.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Lake Helen gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Lake Helen.
Prices vary by material, size, and supplier, but typical delivered gravel in the Lake Helen area runs about $30 to $70 per ton. A small order will often cost more per ton, while a whole truckload is cheaper per ton. For an exact quote and available materials near your zip code, check Hello Gravel or contact our team.
As a rule of thumb, 1 ton of gravel covers roughly 80 to 100 square feet at a 2-inch depth. Coverage changes with stone size, compaction, and how level your base is, so use this as an estimate and round up for waste and settling.
Two inches is usually too thin for a driveway that sees regular vehicle traffic in Lake Helen. We recommend 3 to 4 inches of gravel over a stable base for light residential use, and 4 inches or more for heavier use. Adding a geotextile fabric and proper compaction helps prevent shifting on Lake Helen's sandy subsoils.
A typical tri-axle dump truck carries about 10 to 12 tons and delivered loads to the Lake Helen area commonly range from about $350 to $1,000 depending on material, distance, and supplier. Hello Gravel has a minimum order of 3 tons and negotiated local rates, so checking your zip code will give the most accurate delivered price. Next-day delivery options may be available for an extra fee if you order before noon CST.
For drainage in Lake Helen's humid, sometimes heavy-rain climate, clean angular crushed stone such as 3/4" crushed stone (often called #57) works well because it drains while locking together. Pea gravel is decorative and drains too, but it moves more under traffic and is not as stable for driveways. For French drains and underdrains use clean, washed stone sized for the application and avoid fines that reduce permeability.
Yes. Because Hello Gravel sources materials from local suppliers, color and texture can vary based on local geology around Lake Helen. Sun, rain, and truck placement can also change how it looks once installed, so add color notes at checkout if you have a strong preference and expect some natural variation.
Drivers may be able to perform limited tailgate spreading at their discretion; request the service at checkout and the driver will assess safety and access on arrival. There is no guarantee of spreading, especially if the drop zone is tight, muddy, or obstructed. Tri-axle trucks also need room to maneuver, so clear a suitable drop area ahead of delivery.
Clear vegetation and debris, mark your desired drop area with flags or cones, and ensure there is a 12- to 14-foot turning radius and stable ground for a tri-axle truck. Protect landscaping, sprinklers, and structures and notify neighbors if access crosses private property. Contact Hello Gravel as soon as possible if you need to change the delivery instructions.
Lake Helen soils tend to be sandy with occasional clay pockets, which affects drainage and stability. Sandy subgrades drain well but can shift, so installing a stable base, 3 to 4 inches of gravel for driveways, and a geotextile fabric when needed will improve long-term performance. Expect some settling and plan to add material after initial compaction.
Examples for Lake Helen: a 3-foot by 30-foot walkway at 2" depth is about 1 to 1.5 tons, a single-car driveway at 3" depth is roughly 6 to 8 tons, and a two-car parking pad at 3" to 4" is about 10 to 15 tons. These are estimates that depend on stone size and compaction, so use Hello Gravel's material calculator or contact our team for a precise recommendation.
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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