Gravel, Sand & Bulk Material Delivery in Lancaster, KY

A typical tri-axle dump truck delivers about 8-12 cubic yards, which often equals roughly 10-14 tons depending on material density and local supplier loads. Exact load size varies by supplier and material, so check your quote or ask your Hello Gravel representative for the truck size being used for your order.

Bulk materials are sold by volume (cubic yards) or weight (tons), depending on the supplier and the material. To plan a project, measure the area, choose your desired depth, and use a calculator to convert cubic yards to tons or vice versa; Hello Gravel's online calculator can help with this conversion.

For most medium to large projects, bulk orders are cheaper per cubic yard or ton than bagged products because you avoid packaging and handling costs. However, bagged materials can be more convenient for very small jobs or when you lack truck access, so weigh cost against convenience and site access.

Depth depends on the project: for walkways or driveways expect 3-6 inches for a base layer plus additional depth for finish materials, while top dressing or cover materials often need 2-4 inches. Use the project type and local conditions in Lancaster's climate to choose depth, and consult Hello Gravel if you need a recommendation based on local suppliers.

The '3-3-3' guideline usually applies to mulches and similar landscape covers: about 3 inches deep, keep material 3 inches away from plant stems or trunks, and refresh every 3 years as needed. Other materials like gravel, sand, dirt, and stone require different depths and maintenance schedules, so follow guidelines for your specific application.

Spring and fall are often best for landscaping and construction deliveries because ground conditions are favorable and timing avoids extreme heat or freeze-thaw cycles. Avoid scheduling deliveries during heavy rain or when the site will be very muddy, as wet conditions make spreading and compaction harder and can limit truck access.

Many full-size pickup beds can hold roughly 1 cubic yard by volume, but weight limits vary and some materials can exceed your truck's payload capacity. Check your vehicle's payload rating before loading, or order a small bulk delivery from Hello Gravel to avoid overloading your truck.

Start by defining the function: drainage, structural base, topping, or erosion control, then pick materials based on particle size and compaction needs. Because Hello Gravel sources materials regionally, the texture and color available in Lancaster will reflect local geology, so review photos and ask our team for options that match your project's performance and look requirements.

Standard delivery requires 2+ business days and next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee; minimum orders start at 3 tons. Drivers use dump trucks (typically tri-axle), may offer tailgate spreading at their discretion, and will place material where safe access allows, so note access details and any obstacles in the order notes.

Contact Hello Gravel as soon as possible if you need to modify or cancel an order; changes are easier before the order is dispatched and are subject to supplier and trucking schedules. Our team will make a best effort to accommodate requests, but not all changes are possible once processing or dispatch has begun.

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.