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Garden Soil
Premium garden soil enriched with organic matter—essential for vigorous, healthy plant growth. Ideal for filling gardens, building raised beds, and enhancing tired or compacted soil. Fulfillment 20-40% organic is ideal
Compost
Premium compost packed with organic nutrients—perfect for revitalizing tired soil and supporting strong, healthy plant growth. Ideal for mixing into garden beds, raised beds, and landscapes needing a natural boost.
Black Shredded Mulch
Rich black shredded hardwood mulch made from oak, hickory, and maple. Holds in moisture, blocks weeds, and gives your garden beds a bold look that makes green plants and colorful flowers stand out.
Red Shredded Mulch
Red shredded bark and wood from hardwoods like oak, hickory, and maple. Good for gardening and landscaping. Helps hold moisture, block weeds, and adds a bold, red pop to your outdoors.
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 Big Rock Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Big Rock is a community of 1,630 residents located within a larger regional market that serves a metro area of 2.6+ million. That steady 1.20% annual growth points to ongoing demand for small-scale residential building, yard upgrades, and infrastructure refreshes rather than a sudden construction boom; homeowners can expect consistent needs for materials tied to renovation, driveway work, drainage fixes, and outdoor living projects. With a climate characterized by hardiness zone 8b, 228 sunny days per year, and 35.50 inches of annual rainfall, local projects must balance sun exposure and periodic wet spells — driving demand for good drainage aggregates, topsoil and amendments for planting beds, and durable surfacing that resists erosion and compaction. For homeowners, reliable access to bulk sand, gravel, dirt, mulch, and stone means projects stay on schedule and perform well through seasonal cycles, so sourcing quality materials locally matters. Big Rock's combination of moderate rainfall and long stretches of sun creates particular performance requirements: materials need to drain well during rain events yet retain enough structure to resist wind and surface drying in sunnier months. Soils and local geology influence color, texture, and compaction behavior, which affects choice of base materials, topsoil mixes, and erosion-control products. Homeowners should prioritize materials selected for local conditions and staging deliveries to match project timing. Hello Gravel helps by connecting you with regional suppliers, offering transparent pricing and delivery windows, and providing tools and guidance to choose materials that match Big Rock's climate and ongoing growth-driven needs.Popular Projects in Big Rock This Season
- Driveway Resurfacing15 tons of aggregate
- Garden Bed Installation6 tons of topsoil
- Walkway & Pathway8 tons of base material
- Yard Grading & Leveling10 tons of fill dirt
- Drainage & Swale Work12 tons of landscaping mix
Big Rock Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West Illinois
- 🏘️ Population: 1,630
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.6+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 35.50 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 1.20% annually
Best Times for Big Rock Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Conditions
- Feb–Apr: Variable Spring Weather
- May–Sept: Peak Project Season
- Dec–Jan: Winter Weather Limits
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Frequently Asked Questions - Big Rock Gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Big Rock.
Start by matching the material to the job and site conditions. For structural work and driveways choose denser, well-graded aggregates; for top dressing or planting beds choose lighter, screened materials. Consider drainage needs, traffic load, and appearance — and ask for local samples because regional geology in Big Rock can change color and texture. If unsure, use our aggregate quiz or consult our team for a recommendation.
Best months for delivery and installation are typically late spring through early fall when ground is unfrozen and drier. Freeze-thaw cycles and wet spring conditions can make sites soft and slow installations or spreading. Allow extra time around heavy rain seasons and avoid deliveries to frozen lots unless your contractor is prepared to work in those conditions.
Standard delivery is usually 2+ business days after order confirmation, and next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Deliveries are done by local contracted dump trucks (typically tri-axle) and you choose a preferred date at checkout. We will confirm scheduling and any access notes prior to dispatch.
Expect typical dump trucks to need clear, level access and room to turn and dump safely; low-hanging branches, narrow drives, and soft ground can limit where trucks can set material. Mark the drop zone clearly and notify us of tight access or private roads during checkout so the hauler can evaluate alternatives. Drivers may refuse unsafe drops; tailgate spreading is available only at the driver's discretion.
A quick rule of thumb: 1 cubic yard covers about 100 sq ft at a 3-inch depth, which helps estimate for beds and edging; driveways and base layers require greater depth. Our online material calculator gives more precise estimates for different depths and project types. Keep in mind material density varies by type, so cubic yards are the most reliable measure for ordering.
Common projects include gravel driveways and repairs, patio and path bases, drainage and erosion control, garden beds, and site grading. Homeowners often request mixes of gravel, sand, dirt, and stone to build bases, improve drainage, and finish surfaces. For structural work ask for recommended base materials; for finishing and planting ask for screened or decorative blends.
Big Rock experiences freeze-thaw cycles and often has heavier, clayey soils that hold water, so choose materials that improve drainage and resist frost heave. Permeable base layers and properly graded surfaces reduce drainage problems and prolong performance. Plan for periodic maintenance like raking and top-ups, especially after wet seasons.
Some projects may need permits or approvals, especially driveways that affect road access, significant grading, or work in regulated floodplain or wetland areas. Check with the Village of Big Rock or Kane County offices and any HOA before ordering large deliveries or making permanent changes. When in doubt, contact our team and we can point you to local resources.
Material prices vary by type, local availability, and haul distance; small-town supply typically reflects regional geology so costs can differ from metro areas. Hello Gravel's minimum order is 3 tons and we show clear pricing at checkout; expect additional fees for next-day delivery or difficult access. Use our calculator to estimate total cost including delivery.
Standard deliveries may be free in many areas, but extra charges can apply for next-day service, long haul distances, tight access, or special service requests like requested spreading. If a site requires off-road hauling, shuttle trucks, or extensive maneuvering, haulers may add fees. We communicate any extra charges before dispatch whenever possible.
Drivers may be able to perform tailgate spreading at their discretion, but no spreading service is guaranteed. Request spreading in the Order Notes at checkout and the driver will assess site conditions on arrival to determine if it is safe and practical. For guaranteed spreading hire a local landscaping contractor or request a separate spreading service.
Homeowners focus on clear pricing, reliable delivery windows, minimum order size, and whether the supplier can advise on material selection and quantities. They also consider access limitations, compaction needs, and whether materials are screened or mixed. Hello Gravel offers upfront pricing, local sourcing, material guidance, and a calculator to simplify these decisions.
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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