Related Materials Available in Cass County, IL
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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.
3/4″ Crushed Stone
A reliable, clean ¾” crushed granite or limestone with many applications. Great for gravel driveways, concrete mixes, landscaping applications, and backfilling retaining walls or around foundations.
1 1/2″ Crushed Gravel
Larger 1 ½” gravel perfect for french drains, drainage ditches, catch basins, and erosion control. Also used in base layers for road projects in areas with poor soil conditions, as backfill material, and for ground cover applications where smaller stones may wash away.
Fill Dirt
Versatile, lower-grade soil commonly used for volume and elevation changes in various construction and landscaping projects. Great for leveling or grading ground, backfilling pools and filling ditches, and evening out low points or depressions on your property.
3/8″ Natural Pea Gravel
Decorative and functional landscaping gravel. Small, naturally rounded stones create an aesthetic appeal when used for pathways, plant beds and garden borders. Also great for water features, rock gardens, dog runs and playground surfacing.
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Why Cass County Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Cass County has a population of 12,891 and sits within a metro area of 2.5+ million, where a 3.30% annual growth rate is driving steady demand for housing, small commercial projects, and infrastructure upgrades. That growth translates to more driveways, patios, planting beds, and grading work — all projects that rely on quality bulk materials. With 152 sunny days per year, 33.50 inches of annual rainfall, and a hardiness zone of 8b, the local climate supports a long working season but still requires materials that manage both sun exposure and periodic moisture. Homeowners here need a range of aggregates — from base materials for stable foundations and drainage to soils and mulches for planting — and benefit when materials reflect the region’s geology and weather patterns.Popular Projects in Cass County This Season
- Driveway Resurfacing15 tons of base material
- Backyard Pathway Installation6 tons of aggregate
- Site Grading and Fill20 tons of fill dirt
- Garden Bed Preparation6 tons of topsoil
- Drainage Improvement12 tons of base material
Cass County Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: Illinois Region
- 🏘️ Population: 12,891
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 33.50 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 152/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 3.30% annually
Best Times for Cass County Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Conditions
- Feb–Apr: Cool Prep Season
- May–Sept: Peak Project Season
- Dec–Jan: Winter Weather Limits
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Frequently Asked Questions - Cass County Gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Cass County.
Start by matching the material's size and purpose to your project: base layers need heavier, compactable material while top layers benefit from finer, decorative material. Consider local climate and soil—Cass County's seasonal freeze-thaw and clay soils affect drainage and compaction—so pick a material that supports drainage and resists washout. Use Hello Gravel's material calculator or contact our team for help if you are unsure.
Price is shaped by material type, quantity, and distance from the local supplier to your site. Truck size, access difficulties (long driveways or narrow gates), and delivery timing (standard vs next-day) can add to cost. Hello Gravel shows transparent pricing up front and explains any additional fees before you confirm.
Typical estimates: a small driveway repair often needs 3 to 6 tons, a single-car full driveway can require 20 to 40 tons, and yard leveling or topdressing often needs 5 to 15 tons depending on depth. Use cubic yards for planning (1 cubic yard equals roughly 1.2 to 1.5 tons depending on material); our online calculator converts measurements and suggests quantities. If in doubt, order a little extra for compaction and grading.
Yes. Rural properties may have weight-limited roads, low-clearance bridges, narrow lanes, or soft shoulders that restrict truck access. Note any gates, overhead wires, or staging space in the Order Notes and speak with our team so we can assess access with local haulers. Drivers will also evaluate on arrival and may place material at a safe drop point if ideal access is not possible.
Spring thaw and heavy rains can delay deliveries and make sites muddy, while winter freeze can make spreading and compaction harder. Schedule major deliveries in dry windows when possible; next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST if timing is tight. Materials perform best when installed on a prepared, well-draining base to avoid frost heaving and washout.
Permit and HOA rules vary by township and subdivision in Cass County, so check local building codes and association rules before ordering. Common restrictions include limits on material types, driveway changes, or staging of delivery trucks. If you need documentation, contact local authorities or your HOA and plan the order timeline accordingly.
Drivers may be able to perform limited tailgate spreading at their discretion, but this is not guaranteed and depends on safety, site conditions, and the driver's equipment. You can request spreading at checkout and the driver will assess feasibility on arrival. For precise spreading or finishing, budget for a professional landscaper or equipment rental.
Materials are sourced locally, so color, texture, and composition reflect Cass County's geology and can vary from photos. These regional differences can affect drainage, compaction, and visual appearance, so expect natural variation. If color or texture is important, note preferences in Order Notes and ask our team for local samples when available.
Late spring through early fall usually offers the most reliable weather for delivery, grading, and compaction in Cass County. Avoid scheduling during heavy rains or the spring thaw when sites are muddy and trucks may be restricted. If you need faster timing, next-day delivery is available for qualifying orders placed before noon CST.
Think of base materials as structural—used for support and drainage—and top dressings as surface or finish layers for appearance and walkability. Choose a compactable, angular material for driveways and a finer, more decorative material for pathways or beds. If unsure, describe the project to our team and we will recommend a combination of materials that meet both function and look.
Some local suppliers and contractors offer add-on services like spreading, grading, and compaction, but availability and pricing vary by supplier and job size. Hello Gravel connects you with local haulers and suppliers who can indicate whether they provide these services and what additional costs apply. For accurate quotes, request service details when ordering or ask our team to coordinate with local partners.
Hello Gravel accepts major credit cards, PayPal, and Apple Pay through a secure checkout. Minimum orders start at 3 tons, standard delivery requires 2+ business days, and next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST with an extra fee. If you need to change or cancel an order, contact our team as soon as possible so we can try to accommodate the request before processing.
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.
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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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