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Brown Shredded Mulch
Shredded bark and wood from trees like oak, hickory, and maple, used for landscaping and gardening applications. Provides moisture retention in your soil, weed suppression, temperature regulation for plants, and the gradual addition of organic matter as it decomposes slowly over time. Adds a beautiful, finished look to your home’s exterior.
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.
Topsoil
High-grade soil enriched with organic matter. Perfect for landscaping, lawn establishment and repair, and for improving existing soil.
Fulfillment:
Should never be fulfilled with material that does not include an organic component, though organic components should be small.
2-10% organic is ideal
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.
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
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Why Murphysboro Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Murphysboro has a population of 11,280 and is part of a steadily growing regional economy. A 1.20% annual growth rate points to steady demand for home improvement, infill, and new residential projects rather than a sudden construction boom. With 228 sunny days a year and 35.50 inches of annual rainfall in a hardiness zone of 8b, homeowners here need materials that handle both sun exposure and periodic heavy moisture. That means reliable base materials for driveways and patios, well-draining soils for planting beds, and durable surfacing for walkways and grading work. As neighborhoods expand and homeowners invest in outdoor living and practical repairs, consistent access to bulk supplies—gravel, sand, dirt, mulch, and stone—becomes more important for on-schedule projects and long-term performance. Local climate and soil conditions shape how materials perform over time. Seasonal wet spells and sun-driven drying cycles increase freeze-thaw and erosion risks, so material selection should emphasize drainage, compaction behavior, and UV stability where relevant. Homeowners benefit from choosing regional materials suited to local geology, and from working with suppliers who can advise on blending, gradation, and placement. Hello Gravel helps by connecting Murphysboro residents to local suppliers and haulers, making it easier to compare options, schedule delivery around project timelines, and pick materials matched to the area’s weather and soil realities.Popular Projects in Murphysboro This Season
- Driveway Resurfacing15 tons of aggregate
- Backyard Grading10 tons of fill dirt
- Garden Bed Installation6 tons of topsoil
- Pathway Repair8 tons of base material
- Drainage Improvements12 tons of landscaping mix
Murphysboro Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West Illinois
- 🏘️ Population: 11,280
- 🏡 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 Murphysboro Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Conditions
- Feb–Apr: Spring Prep Window
- May–Sept: Peak Project Season
- Dec–Jan: Winter Weather Limits
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Frequently Asked Questions - Murphysboro Gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Murphysboro.
Murphysboro sees seasonal temperature swings and periodic heavy rain, so freeze-thaw cycles and drainage matter. Materials like gravel, sand, dirt, stone behave differently on clay or poorly drained soils; you may need extra drainage or a more permeable base to avoid frost heave and erosion. Check site grading and plan for water flow away from structures.
Common projects include driveways and paths, patios and base layers, landscape beds and yard grading, erosion control along slopes, and drainage trenches or French drains. Most of these jobs use general categories of materials (gravel, sand, dirt, stone) for base, leveling, or surface layers depending on the goal.
Choose based on load, drainage needs, and finished look: pick more angular, coarser mixes for load-bearing bases and better drainage, and finer mixes for leveling or top dressing. Consider local soil—if your yard has poor drainage or clay, prioritize permeable mixes and good subgrade preparation. If unsure, use our aggregate quiz or talk to our team for site-specific guidance.
Measure the area in feet and decide the depth, then use the formula: (length × width × depth) / 27 to get cubic yards. To convert to tons, multiply cubic yards by an approximate local density (often about 1.2–1.6 tons per cubic yard depending on the material); our online calculator gives a precise estimate. Always order a little extra to allow for compaction and spreading losses.
Deliveries are typically made by tri-axle dump trucks so you need sufficient turning room and 12–14 feet of vertical clearance for safe unloading. Narrow residential streets, steep driveways, soft ground, overhead wires, and low-hanging trees can all limit where trucks can dump. If access is tight, request a site assessment when ordering and add delivery notes for preferred drop locations.
Local rules vary: check Murphysboro city ordinances and Jackson County regulations for permits, road weight limits, and right-of-way rules before large deliveries or work affecting public streets. Homeowners associations may also have rules about driveway materials and curbside dumping. If you plan to block a street or use a public right-of-way, contact local authorities early.
Yes: spring and early summer are peak landscaping seasons, which can increase lead times, and heavy rain or muddy conditions can delay deliveries. Freeze-thaw and winter conditions may limit placement or spreading, though frozen ground sometimes makes heavy deliveries easier. We recommend scheduling deliveries at least a few days in advance during busy seasons.
Prices depend on material type, order size, local availability, and delivery distance. As a rough estimate, many aggregates in regional markets range from about $25 to $75 per ton, and delivery fees can vary from free on larger orders to $50–$150 or more for smaller, farther deliveries; these are ballpark figures—get an exact quote through our site. Remember Hello Gravel has a minimum order of 3 tons and shows transparent pricing in checkout.
Drivers may be able to perform tailgate spreading at their discretion if it is safe and feasible for the site, but this is not guaranteed. You can request spreading at checkout and the driver will assess conditions on arrival; dense or confined spots may prevent spreading. For reliable spreading, consider scheduling a local contractor or plan to spread material yourself.
Typical issues include poor drainage, settlement on soft spots, erosion on slopes, and vegetation regrowth in landscaped areas. Choose materials and preparations—like improved base layers, geotextile fabric, edge restraints, or added drainage—to address these problems up front. If you expect heavy vehicles or repeated traffic, plan for thicker compaction and a more load-bearing base.
Contractors measure project dimensions, assess subgrade conditions, and factor in compaction to size base and surface layers; they often allow 5–15% extra material for waste and compaction. They may recommend geotextiles, drainage trenches, or a compacted base depending on soil and expected loads. If you are working with a contractor, ask for their takeoff and confirm quantities before ordering through Hello Gravel.
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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