Gravel in Shiloh, IL

Typical material prices in West Illinois range from about $20 to $50 per ton depending on type (pea gravel, crushed stone, limestone, DG). Local delivery fees for Shiloh commonly run $0 to $75 for standard service, while next-day delivery or long-distance drops may add $50 to $150; Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum and offers standard delivery in 2+ business days with a next-day option for orders placed before noon CST. Tailgate spreading may be available at the driver’s discretion; hiring a contractor to professionally spread and compact typically adds $100 to $400 depending on size and difficulty.

For driveways in Shiloh’s freeze-thaw and clay-influenced soils, 3/4u0022 crushed stone with a compacted base and limestone screenings or crusher run for a binder is the most durable choice. For drainage trenches or French drains, use clean 1/2u0022–1u0022 washed stone or 1u0022–2u0022 clean stone to maintain flow and resist clogging. For walkways and patios, pea gravel or decomposed granite (DG) look good and drain well, but pea gravel can shift under heavy use so DG or small crushed stone with a compacted base is better for high-traffic paths.

Use these typical estimates per 1,000 sq ft: 1u0022 depth = about 4.3 tons, 2u0022 = 8.6 tons, 3u0022 = 13.0 tons, 4u0022 = 17.3 tons, and 6u0022 = 25.9 tons (based on ~1.4 tons per cubic yard). Driveways usually need 4u0022–6u0022 of compacted base stone plus a 1u0022–2u0022 surface layer, so plan accordingly and remember Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum order.

Freeze-thaw and saturated spring soils in the Shiloh area can cause rutting, heaving, and washouts if gravel is placed over poor subgrade or without drainage. Reduce failures by installing a well-compacted base, using geotextile fabric over soft clay, providing positive slope and edge restraint, installing proper drainage, and periodically regrading and topping high-use areas with 1u0022 of fresh gravel every few years. Avoid placing surface-only gravel over saturated spots without addressing subgrade or water flow first.

Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers and haulers that source rock regionally around Shiloh; exact supplier names vary by zip code. Typical local delivery radiuses are 10–50 miles from quarries, so fees depend on distance, truck access, and order size; check availability for your address on our site or call 855-241-8884 to get exact quotes and delivery windows. Remember our standard delivery is 2+ business days and minimum orders are 3 tons.

For a basic 1,000 sq ft driveway with a 4u0022 compacted base plus 1u0022 top layer, expect material costs around $400–$1,000 depending on stone type, plus delivery and hauling. Add base preparation (excavation and grading) $300–$1,200, geotextile fabric $100–$300, compaction $150–$400, and contractor labor for spreading/finishing $200–$800; total installed costs commonly range $1,200–$3,500 for a straightforward job. Prices vary with site access, existing soil conditions, and seasonal demand, so get an on-site quote for an accurate estimate.

Drivers may be able to provide tailgate spreading at their discretion, and you can request it at checkout, but Hello Gravel does not guarantee spreading services. For consistent results on driveways or larger projects, plan on hiring a contractor or arranging professional spreading and compaction; that avoids uneven distribution, tracking, and settling, especially after Illinois freeze-thaw cycles.

Gravel reflects local geology, so color, shape, and particle mix will vary in West Illinois deliveries—expect mixes of limestone, dolomite, or river rock depending on the supplier. Those variations affect compaction and appearance: angular crushed stone locks together and compacts well, while rounded river or pea gravel drains but shifts more under traffic; note preferences in your order notes and check samples if exact appearance matters.