Decorative Stone & Rock in Tallahassee, FL

Cost depends on the stone type, quantity, and delivery distance. In Tallahassee decorative stone commonly runs roughly $45 to $90 per ton, and many local deliveries may include a delivery fee or free delivery depending on supplier and route. Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum and shows exact pricing and delivery options at checkout or by quote.

For driveways in Tallahassee a compactable base of 3/4" crushed stone topped with 3/8" to 3/4" decorative stone is a reliable choice because it compacts well and resists shifting on sandy soils. Decomposed granite or pea gravel look nice but can move under vehicle traffic unless properly stabilized with edging and geotextile fabric. Adding a compacted base and edge restraint helps prevent washout during heavy summer rains.

Yes, stone itself does not degrade from heat or humidity, so it is durable in Tallahassee conditions. The main challenges are stone migration, vegetation growth, and settling on sandy soils, which you address with proper base preparation, geotextile fabric, and edging. Periodic topping and light maintenance keep beds and paths looking good after storms and seasonal growth.

Approximate needs: a 1-car driveway (10'x20') at 2" to 3" depth uses about 2 to 3 tons; a 3'x30' walkway at 2" depth uses about 1 ton; a 100 sq ft garden bed at 2" depth uses about 0.8 to 1 ton. These are estimates—Hello Gravel's minimum order is 3 tons, so order at least that amount or plan to cover multiple areas or future top-ups. Use our material calculator or request a quote for an exact estimate based on your chosen stone and depth.

Labor and installation costs vary by site prep, access, and whether roots, grading, or edging are needed; small jobs often cost a few hundred dollars while larger installs can run into the low thousands. For simple spreading and edging expect quotes that factor crew time and equipment; ask local landscapers for firm bids. Hello Gravel can deliver material to your site so you can compare contractor quotes for spreading and prep.

Maintenance frequency depends on traffic and exposure: low-traffic beds may need a top-up every 3 to 5 years, while driveways or areas with heavy runoff may need topping every 1 to 2 years. Regular tasks include raking, removing debris and weeds, and adding 1" to 2" of new stone when low spots appear. Proper edging and a geotextile fabric underlayer cut down on how often you have to replenish.

Each material has pros and cons: decorative stone is durable, low-maintenance, and provides good long-term drainage; crushed shell is a popular coastal look in Florida and drains well but can compact and shift; mulch is organic, cheaper up front, and helps retain moisture but decomposes and needs frequent replacement. Choose stone for long-term, low-maintenance landscapes and crushed shell where a coastal aesthetic is preferred; use mulch where plant health and moisture retention are priorities.

Yes, local suppliers commonly deliver to Tallahassee addresses and many can offer tailgate spreading at the driver's discretion. Hello Gravel coordinates local suppliers and haulers and enforces a 3-ton minimum order; professional spreading services vary by supplier and are not guaranteed. Make sure the delivery site has clear truck access and note spreading requests at checkout so drivers can assess feasibility upon arrival.

Some Tallahassee HOAs and neighborhood covenants do restrict rock or require specific colors, sizes, or landscaping plans for front yards, while the city itself generally focuses on stormwater and drainage rules rather than specific groundcover. Before ordering, check your HOA covenants and any city or county code that applies to your property and get written approval if required. When in doubt, request design approval and keep receipts and product photos for compliance.

Popular choices in Tallahassee include pea gravel (3/8"), 3/4" crushed stone, 1" to 2" river rock, decomposed granite, and crushed shell for a coastal look. Color preferences lean toward tan, gray, white, and warm red/brown tones that complement local architecture and reflect heat, with lighter colors preferred where surface temperature is a concern. Choose size and color based on use: small stones for pathways and beds, larger river rock for accents and drainage swales.

Order a little extra (5% to 10%) to allow for settling and uneven spread, and add color or delivery notes in the checkout so suppliers can source the closest match. Confirm truck access and any parking or HOA restrictions before delivery, and consider scheduling deliveries before heavy summer rains to avoid muddy conditions. If you need spreading, request it at checkout but expect drivers to confirm safety and feasibility on arrival.

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.