Gravel, Sand & Bulk Material Delivery in Horse Cave, KY

Homeowners and contractors in Horse Cave typically choose from gravel, sand, dirt, and stone depending on the project. Consider durability, drainage, and appearance: angular materials provide stability for driveways and compacted base layers, while finer materials work well under pavers or for top dressing. Your final choice should match how you will use the area, local drainage conditions, and the look you want.

Freeze-thaw cycles and seasonal rainfall in West Kentucky make drainage and frost resistance important factors. Choose materials and installation methods that allow water to pass through or away from the surface, and plan for proper compaction to reduce frost heave. Expect regional variations in material behavior and consider additional base depth or geotextile for wetter or frost-prone spots.

For slopes, focus on proper grading, stable base layers, and surface materials that slow runoff and resist washout. Combining a stable aggregate base with intermittent drains, edging, or fabric barriers can reduce erosion. Site-specific soil and rainfall patterns in Horse Cave may require deeper bases or diversion features for long-term performance.

Hello Gravel generally requires a minimum order of 3 tons and offers standard delivery in 2 or more business days, with a next-day option for orders placed before noon CST for an additional fee. Delivery is handled by contracted local haulers using dump trucks and fees vary by distance, load size, and access. Check availability by zip code and request a quote in checkout for precise timing and cost estimates.

Drivers may be able to perform tailgate spreading at their discretion, but this is not guaranteed and depends on site access and safety. Trucks are typically large and may not reach tight yards or steep driveways, so plan for secondary placement tools like a wheelbarrow, skid steer, or contractor assistance. Note your access limitations in Order Notes so the hauler can plan accordingly.

Measure the area in square feet and decide on the desired depth in inches, then convert to cubic yards (area x depth / 324) or tons using material-specific densities. Typical depths vary by project: a few inches for top dressing, several inches for base layers, and deeper for structural bases. Use Hello Gravel's material calculator or contact our team with your dimensions for a quick estimate.

Late spring through early fall is generally the best time for deliveries and installation in Horse Cave when ground is drier and crews are readily available. Winter freeze-thaw and very wet periods can delay compaction and spreading, so plan around local weather and schedule a few weeks ahead during peak seasons. If you need materials quickly, consider the next-day option but confirm availability first.

Permit requirements vary by project size and location; small landscape changes often do not require permits, but driveway cuts, changes to stormwater flow, or work in public right-of-way may. Contact Horse Cave city or Hart County building and public works departments to confirm rules, and check with any homeowners association if applicable. When in doubt, check local regulations before ordering materials.

Service offerings vary by supplier and contractor: many local haulers focus on delivery only, while some suppliers or partner contractors can provide spreading and installation for an additional fee. You can request spreading in Order Notes, but availability and guarantees depend on the driver and site conditions. If you need full installation, ask Hello Gravel to connect you with local contractors who can handle grading and placement.

Prices depend heavily on the material type, regional sourcing, haul distance, and market conditions, so local rates can vary widely. Hello Gravel provides transparent, location-specific quotes on the website or by contacting our sales team to give you accurate per-ton or per-cubic-yard pricing. Request a quote for your zip code to see current local pricing and any delivery fees.

Small garden beds often require about 0.5 to 1 cubic yard, raised beds 1 to 3 cubic yards, and typical residential driveways can range from 6 to 20 or more tons depending on length, width, and base depth. Patios and walkways depend on footprint and depth but are commonly calculated in cubic yards using area and depth. When in doubt, measure your area and use a calculator or contact our team with dimensions for a customized estimate.

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.