Gravel, Sand & Bulk Material Delivery in Cambridge City, IN

Homeowners in Cambridge City commonly order bulk materials for driveways, patios, garden beds, drainage, and grading projects. Popular choices include a range of aggregates such as gravel, sand, dirt, stone that serve as base, surface, or fill materials. Local sourcing means color and texture can vary, so ordering a small sample or consulting our team can help match your expectations.

Choose materials based on the project's purpose: structural projects (driveway base, grading) need compactable, angular materials, while surface areas focus on appearance and drainage. Consider local climate and freeze-thaw cycles in West Indiana, drainage needs, desired maintenance, and appearance. Use our material calculator and aggregate quiz or contact sales for guidance tailored to your project.

Measure the length, width, and desired depth of the area to calculate cubic yards (square feet times depth in inches divided by 324). Convert cubic yards to tons using our calculator, since weight varies by material and moisture content. For help, use our online calculator or contact our team with project dimensions; remember our minimum order is 3 tons.

Most contractors and homeowners schedule deliveries from late spring through early fall when ground conditions are dryer and easier to work. Avoid deliveries during freeze-thaw cycles or immediately after heavy rains to reduce risk of settling and tracking. If you need materials sooner, ask about next-day delivery (orders placed before noon CST) but expect higher demand during the busy season.

Rules can vary by city and county, so check with Cambridge City or Randolph County before delivery, especially for curbside drops or street parking for trucks. Weight limits on residential streets, temporary parking permits, or historic district rules can affect where trucks can park and dump. Tell us about tight access or special rules when you order so we can coordinate with our haulers.

Deliveries are made by local contracted dump truck fleets, typically tri-axle trucks, and standard delivery takes 2+ business days from order confirmation. Next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee, and minimum orders start at 3 tons. Drivers can sometimes perform tailgate spreading on request, but this is at their discretion and not guaranteed.

Drivers may be able to do basic tailgate spreading at their discretion, but spreading is not guaranteed and depends on safety, access, and truck capability. Installation services such as grading, compaction, weed barrier installation, or drainage work are typically provided by contractors rather than delivery drivers. If you need installation help, ask our team for local contractor recommendations or include notes in your order.

Freeze-thaw cycles can cause fine materials to heave, settle, or track into surrounding areas, so selecting stable, well-draining materials and delaying installation until drier, stable conditions is best. For projects exposed to freeze-thaw, choose materials and installation methods that promote drainage and proper compaction. Discuss your timeline and site conditions with our team so we can suggest materials suited to Cambridge City's climate.

Availability of samples, demo bags, or on-site consultations varies by supplier; some can provide small sample bags or arrange a visit for larger projects. If you want to see material color, texture, or compaction behavior first, request samples or ask about small trial deliveries. Contact our sales team to find suppliers in the area who offer testing or consultation options before you order.

Common concerns include poor drainage, surface runoff, and settling after installation. Address these with proper grading, edge restraints, geotextile fabric where appropriate, good base compaction, and choosing materials that promote drainage. Our team can recommend practices and materials that help reduce erosion and limit future maintenance.

Prices vary by material type, seasonal demand, distance from the supplier, and quantity ordered, so exact ranges can fluctuate. For the most accurate pricing, use our online checkout to get a transparent quote or contact our sales team for a tailored estimate. We show delivery fees and options up front so you can compare costs before you order.

Clear a path for the truck, note overhead wires or trees, and provide any gate codes or parking instructions in the order notes. Make sure the drop area can support a loaded truck; if ground is soft or sloped, trucks may not be able to reach the ideal dump spot. Share photos or describe tight drives when you order so we can match the right truck size and plan the 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.

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.