Decorative Stone & Rock in staugustinebeach, FL

Delivered prices for decorative stone and rock in the St Augustine Beach/Jacksonville area usually vary by material, color, and supplier. As a rough 2024-2025 estimate, expect common materials like pea gravel or crushed shell to range from about $40 to $80 per ton delivered, while premium stones (white quartz, river rock, colored boulders) can be $80 to $150+ per ton. Prices change with seasonal demand and truck access, so check exact pricing for your zip code and order size before purchase.

Local suppliers typically offer pea gravel/pebbles, river rock (1-3"), crushed shell or coquina blends, crushed limestone or granite, and white or colored quartz gravels. Lava rock is less common here, while crushed shell and coastal-friendly aggregates are widely available because they reflect regional geology. Availability varies by supplier, so add color or material preferences in Order Notes at checkout.

Salt air, high humidity, and sandy soils affect appearance and installation: salt can speed corrosion of metal edging and fixtures, humidity encourages algae or moss in shaded spots, and sandy soils allow shifting. For longevity in coastal Florida choose stable, denser stones (crushed granite, larger river rock, or coarse crushed shell) and use proper base and edging. Regular rinsing and avoiding reactive materials (certain limestones that can powder) will help maintain appearance.

Use depth and coverage rules to estimate: one ton of decorative stone covers about 115 sq ft at 2" depth, about 77 sq ft at 3" depth, and about 58 sq ft at 4" depth. Typical guidance: driveways (top dressing) 2-3" over a compacted base, walkways 2-3", and garden beds 1-2". Always calculate volume using area x depth, then convert cubic feet to cubic yards (divide by 27) and multiply by local tons-per-cubic-yard or use our calculator for an exact quote.

Permit and HOA rules vary by neighborhood and some coastal or historic zones have stricter rules on front-yard materials and driveway surfacing. Many HOAs set limits on color, size, or use of loose stone; the city may have stormwater or coastal setback rules. Check your HOA guidelines and contact the City of St Augustine Beach planning or building department before major changes to avoid fines or required rework.

Hello Gravel works with local suppliers and haulers; our platform generally requires a 3-ton minimum order and deliveries are made by dump truck. Suppliers serving the Jacksonville/St Augustine Beach metro usually deliver from local yards within a region; exact delivery radius and fees depend on the supplier and your zip code. Enter your address on our site to see available materials, delivery options, and any additional charges.

Start with a stable subgrade, install geotextile fabric where needed, and put a compacted base of crushed stone (4-6" for driveways or sloped areas) before placing decorative stone. Use edge restraints to prevent lateral spread, slope areas to shed water away from structures, and choose larger sizes (1"+) or river rock on slopes to resist washout. For high-erosion zones consider terraces, retaining features, or planting native groundcover to slow runoff.

Stone lasts longer than mulch, resists salt and humidity better, and reduces frequent replacement and watering; it also provides better drainage and fewer pest issues. Pavers offer the most formal look and structural strength for driveways but cost more to install and may require joint maintenance. Choose based on budget, look, and function: stone for low-maintenance coastal beds, pavers for high-traffic or decorative hardscape, and mulch for planting beds where organic soil improvement is desired.

When ordering large boulders or specialty colored rock, describe desired color, size range, and preferred drop location in the Order Notes and allow for additional delivery fees and placement challenges. Expect drivers to assess tailgate spreading at their discretion and note that heavy items may require offloading equipment or placement crew. Call our team or text with site photos to confirm access, truck placement, and any permitting or HOA requirements before delivery.

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.