Gravel in Lakewood Ranch, FL

Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum order and commonly offers free standard delivery in many West Florida zip codes. Material prices vary by type, but expect a ballpark range of $30 to $80 per ton depending on type (pea gravel, crushed stone, shell), with occasional delivery fees or next-day surcharges. For an exact cost, enter your zip code on our site or contact our team for a local quote.

For Lakewood Ranch's humid subtropical climate, crushed stone (3/4" minus or crusher run) is commonly recommended as a base because it compacts well and resists rutting, while 3/8" pea gravel or decorative 3/4" washed stone make good wearing surfaces for paths. Shell or coquina can be attractive locally but may break down faster in heavy traffic and wet conditions. Choose materials that balance drainage, appearance, and maintenance needs for your specific project.

Lakewood Ranch's sandy soils and sometimes high water table mean you should prioritize a stable base and good drainage: install a geotextile fabric, then 4-6 inches of compacted crusher run as a base before adding the surface gravel. Avoid shallow installations directly on loose sand as they will shift and rut. If the site ponds or has groundwater, consider additional subdrainage or raised grading to prevent washout.

Calculate cubic yards first: (length ft x width ft x depth inches) / 324. Then convert to tons using a local rule of thumb: roughly 1 cubic yard ≈ 1.4 tons for crushed stone. For example, a single-car driveway 10 ft x 40 ft at 3 inches deep is (10x40x3)/324 ≈ 3.7 cubic yards, about 5 to 6 tons.

Yes. Hello Gravel connects you with trusted local suppliers and hauling partners serving the Lakewood Ranch area; use our site to check your zip code and request delivery quotes. We coordinate delivery logistics, and some local partners also offer installation or spreading for an extra fee—request that service at checkout and the driver will assess feasibility on arrival.

In Lakewood Ranch's climate expect to rake and regrade low spots after heavy rains, remove vegetation growth, and add a fresh top dressing (1/4" to 1" of new gravel) every few years depending on traffic. With proper base prep and routine upkeep, gravel surfaces can last 5 to 20 years, but surfaces in standing water or high-traffic areas will need more frequent repairs. Regular edging and occasional compaction after replenishing will extend life and reduce migration.

Many Lakewood Ranch neighborhoods are governed by HOAs with design covenants that restrict front-yard materials, so check your HOA documents or contact your property management before installing gravel. For county regulations, confirm with Manatee County or Sarasota County planning departments depending on where your lot lies, especially for commercial properties or driveway alterations near right-of-way. When in doubt, request documentation or approval before placing material.

Gravel is typically the lowest-cost surface up front compared with pavers, asphalt, or concrete, both in material and installation, but it requires more ongoing maintenance. Pavers and concrete cost more initially but often need less frequent upkeep and can have a longer service life in high-traffic areas. Consider long-term maintenance, drainage needs, and HOA rules when comparing total cost of ownership for your Lakewood Ranch property.

Open-graded gravels (larger washed stone like 3/4" or 1-1.5" clean stone) and crushed rock with larger voids allow faster infiltration and perform best for drainage. Combine these with a permeable base, geotextile fabric, and grade the site to shed water to a planned drainage path to control erosion during tropical storms. Avoid fine, compacting sands at the surface where runoff and washout are likely.

Use non-woven geotextile fabric to separate sand from the aggregate, then lay 4-6 inches of compacted crusher run or road base as your structural layer, compacted with a plate compactor in multiple passes. Install solid edging—concrete curbing, metal or heavy-duty plastic edging, or timber—to keep gravel contained and reduce spread. Finish with a 1-2 inch wearing layer of the chosen decorative gravel and compact lightly; this layered approach reduces rutting and migration on sandy sites.

Order online and choose your preferred delivery date; standard delivery is typically 2+ business days while next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Request tailgate spreading at checkout if you want it, but note drivers perform spreading at their discretion and it is not guaranteed. Hello Gravel accepts major credit cards, PayPal, and Apple Pay, and you can add delivery notes for access or preferred drop location when you place your 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.