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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.
Mason Sand
A fine, clean sand for construction and masonry. Use it under pavers or turf, mix it into mortar or soil, or spread it across your lawn to smooth out bumps and low spots in your lawn.
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.
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.
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.
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Why Princeton Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Princeton has a population of 9,390 and sits within a larger metro area of 2.6+ million residents. Its steady growth rate of 1.20% annually translates into gradual but reliable demand for new landscaping, driveways, and small-scale construction work—projects that require regular access to bulk materials. With about 228 sunny days per year, an annual rainfall of 35.50 inches, and a USDA hardiness zone of 8b, the local climate supports year-round outdoor work while creating specific needs for drainage, sun-resistant finishes, and stable base materials. Homeowner trends toward outdoor living spaces, low-maintenance plantings, and durable hardscape features make versatile supplies like gravel, sand, dirt, mulch, and stone especially valuable for local projects.Popular Projects in Princeton This Season
- Driveway Resurfacing18 tons of aggregate
- Backyard Grading10 tons of fill dirt
- Garden Bed Installation8 tons of topsoil
- Walkway Construction6 tons of base material
- Yard Drainage Improvement12 tons of landscaping mix
Princeton Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West Illinois
- 🏘️ Population: 9,390
- 🏡 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 Princeton Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Conditions
- Feb–Apr: Spring Prep Season
- May–Sept: Peak Project Season
- Dec–Jan: Winter Weather Limits
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Orders Under 5 Tons - Add 20% extra to your estimated gravel needs.
5+ Ton Orders - Add around 10% to ensure enough additional material on hand.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Princeton Gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Princeton.
For driveways and landscape projects residents typically choose from a mix of gravel, sand, dirt, stone and blended aggregates depending on function and look. Base layers are often coarser, well-draining materials while surface layers focus on appearance and wear; decorative stone or crushed rock are popular for finishes. Local suppliers source materials that reflect Princeton's geology, so color and texture can vary by batch.
Start by defining function: heavy vehicle traffic needs a stable, well-compacted base while garden beds prioritize drainage and organic content. Consider drainage, desired appearance, maintenance and budget; a combination of base and finish materials usually gives best performance. If unsure, use Hello Gravel’s material calculator or call our team for guidance on material mixes that suit your project and Princeton’s climate.
Bulk delivery pricing depends on material type, distance from the supplier, truck size, and total tonnage rather than a single per-ton rate. Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons, and final cost is provided in the online quote; request a quote to see per-ton and per-load pricing for your address in Princeton. Extra charges can apply for next-day delivery, limited access drops, or special handling.
Princeton experiences freeze–thaw cycles, spring runoff and summer heat that can cause settling, frost heave and erosion if materials aren’t chosen and installed correctly. Pick well-draining, angular materials for areas prone to frost and water accumulation, and use proper compaction and grading to reduce movement. Plan deliveries and installs outside of heavy freeze or wet periods when possible to avoid tracking and poor compaction.
Many local roads have weight or time-of-day restrictions, and tight driveways or low-hanging wires can limit truck access; let us know access details at checkout. Hello Gravel coordinates with local haulers who will assess safe drop locations and may refuse tailgate spreading if conditions are unsafe. If you live on a narrow or rural road, check local road weight limits and be prepared to provide an alternative staging area or request curbside/roadside drop.
Common order sizes vary by project: small garden beds and mulching jobs often use 1–3 tons, walkways and small patios 2–8 tons, single-car driveway resurfacing 8–15 tons, and two-car driveways or larger landscaping projects 15–30+ tons. These are approximations; use the material calculator or request assistance to convert your measurements to tons so you order the right amount. Remember our minimum order is 3 tons, so very small jobs may require a larger quantity or sharing an order.
Some large fills, changes to drainage patterns, or work near floodplains or public rights-of-way can require permits or approvals from Princeton city offices or Bureau County. Check with your local building department, township highway office, or HOA before ordering large volumes or making major grading changes. When in doubt, contact Hello Gravel and we can remind you to confirm local rules before scheduling delivery.
Standard delivery is typically 2+ business days, and next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an additional fee, subject to supplier and truck availability. Lead times can lengthen during peak season, after severe weather, or for specialty materials, so schedule early for time-sensitive projects. You’ll receive confirmation with a delivery window once your order is accepted and routed to a local hauler.
Much of the region includes heavier soils that hold water and can lead to poor drainage or erosion on slopes, so using well-draining base materials and proper grading is important. For erosion-prone areas, choose coarser, heavier aggregates and incorporate geotextile fabric or retaining features to stabilize slopes. A site inspection or soil check can help determine whether additional drainage work is needed before placing bulk materials.
Clear the intended drop location of vehicles, toys, landscaping features and low branches, and stake or mark the exact spot so the driver can make a safe delivery. Expect typical delivery trucks to be tri-axle dump trucks; they need firm ground and enough turning space, and drivers will decide whether tailgate spreading is safe. If you have special access constraints or want spreading, note that at checkout and contact our team to discuss options 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.
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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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