Gravel, Sand & Bulk Material Delivery in Shadeland, IN

Homeowners commonly order a range of aggregates for outdoor projects, including gravel, sand, dirt, stone and mulch. These materials are used for driveways, base layers, top dressing, grading and garden beds. Choice depends on function—drainage, load-bearing, or landscaping—rather than aesthetics alone.

Choose materials based on the job: look for well-graded aggregates that provide drainage for wet areas and denser, angular material for load-bearing surfaces. In West Indiana conditions, consider materials that resist frost heave and compact well. If unsure, use Hello Gravel’s material quiz or contact the sales team for a recommendation tied to your project and soil conditions.

Freeze-thaw cycles and heavy spring or summer rains can cause settling, frost heave, and erosion if materials are poorly chosen or installed. Use materials with good drainage and proper compaction to reduce movement, and plan installations outside peak freeze-thaw windows when possible. For slopes and erosion-prone spots, combine surface material with proper grading and drainage features.

Standard delivery typically requires 2+ business days, while next-day delivery may be available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Deliveries are made by local dump truck fleets (often tri-axle), and drivers may offer tailgate spreading at their discretion. Check your zip code (primary: 47909) at checkout for service availability and specific delivery windows.

Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons. Delivery fees vary by distance, supplier, and truck availability; many areas offer free delivery or flat-fee options, but some rural zones may have higher charges. The checkout will show exact fees after you enter your zip code and delivery details.

Measure the area and depth required, then account for compaction and slope; many projects require 5–15% extra material for compaction and waste. Common mistakes include underestimating depth, forgetting compaction, and not accounting for delivery placement or access restrictions. Use Hello Gravel’s material calculator or ask for an on-site estimate to reduce errors.

Local permits or HOA rules can affect driveway materials, curb cuts, and visible landscaping choices. Requirements vary by township and development, so check with your local building department or HOA before ordering. If you need documentation for plans, contractors or suppliers can often help identify likely permit needs.

Contractors generally plan major material deliveries for late spring through early fall to avoid freeze-thaw damage and muddy conditions from heavy rains. For base work and paving, they aim for dry windows and stable temperatures. If you have a tight schedule, request next-day delivery options and communicate timing with your contractor and supplier in advance.

Prices vary by material type, local supply, seasonal demand, and haul distance, so ranges are not exact. Hello Gravel provides transparent quotes based on your zip code and project details—enter your delivery information to see current per-ton or per-cubic-yard pricing. Contact our team if you need help comparing options for budget and performance.

Hello Gravel connects you with trusted local suppliers and haulers that serve Shadeland and surrounding zip codes (for example 47909 and nearby 47981, 47902, 47903, 47904, and others). Enter your zip code at checkout to confirm availability and see supplier options. If you have access issues or narrow streets, add details in Order Notes so the hauler can plan the delivery.

Many local contractors provide on-site estimates and will coordinate timing with material deliveries to the job site. If you plan to use a contractor, share the supplier and delivery ETA so they can schedule crews appropriately. Hello Gravel can deliver to the site and include order notes to help coordinate with your contractor.

Homeowners often undercalculate quantities, ignore compaction and settling, or fail to plan for drainage and access. To avoid problems, measure accurately, add allowance for compaction and waste, request delivery placement instructions, and check for permit or HOA rules first. Use Hello Gravel’s material calculator and consult the sales team for tailored advice.

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.