Gravel, Sand & Bulk Material Delivery in Blanchard, LA

Homeowners in Blanchard typically choose from gravel, sand, dirt, and crushed stone for driveways, patios, garden beds, and grading. The right choice depends on function: drainage and stability favor angular crushed stone or coarse gravel, while topdressing and planting beds often use screened dirt or sand. Regional availability influences texture and color, so expect local variation.

Choose materials based on use: structural or load-bearing areas benefit from compactable aggregates, while decorative areas can use smaller, smoother materials. Consider drainage needs, maintenance frequency, and appearance when selecting materials. If unsure, use Hello Gravel’s aggregate quiz or contact our team for recommendations tailored to your project and local conditions.

Measure the area in feet and decide on the depth; then use the formula: cubic yards = (length ft × width ft × depth in inches) / 324. Convert cubic yards to tons using the product page or supplier density—many aggregates fall roughly between 1.2 and 1.6 tons per cubic yard, but this varies by material. Order a small overage (5-10%) for grading, compaction, and waste.

Schedule projects for spring or fall when temperatures and precipitation are milder to avoid extreme heat and frequent storms. In West Louisiana, try to avoid the peak of hurricane and heavy-rain seasons if your timeline is tight, but multi-day flexibility is helpful. For urgent needs, Hello Gravel offers a next-day delivery option for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee.

Heat, humidity, and heavy storms can speed erosion, wash fines out of mixes, and encourage vegetation growth in surface materials. Materials used for drainage or erosion control should be chosen with storm runoff in mind, while decorative surfaces may need occasional top-ups after heavy rains. Expect more frequent maintenance for exposed surfaces in humid, storm-prone climates.

Deliveries are typically made by local contracted dump trucks (often tri-axle) and require a minimum order of 3 tons. Standard delivery is 2+ business days, with a next-day option available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Make sure the delivery area is accessible for a heavy truck, clear obstacles, indicate the desired drop location in Order Notes, and note that drivers may perform tailgate spreading at their discretion.

Yes—check with the Blanchard city office or your parish building department and any HOA for rules on driveway alterations, visible materials, and permitted delivery practices. Permits may be required for changes to drainage or driveways that affect public right-of-way. Confirm restrictions before ordering to avoid delays or modifications after delivery.

Prices vary by material, supplier, and distance from source; a reasonable ballpark range is often between about $15–$60 per cubic yard or $20–$70 per ton depending on the product and region. Delivery fees, order size, and seasonal demand also affect the final price. For exact pricing, check Hello Gravel’s checkout for zip-code-based quotes and transparent delivery costs.

You can request tailgate spreading or other handling options at checkout, but drivers perform spreading only at their discretion and where it can be done safely. Hello Gravel coordinates with local haulers to note requests, but spreading is not guaranteed—plan for the possibility of needing additional labor or equipment. Include access instructions and desired drop location in Order Notes to help the driver.

Contact Hello Gravel as soon as possible—changes are easiest before your order is dispatched to the supplier and hauler. We will make a best-effort to accommodate modifications, but ability to change depends on processing status and local supplier policies. For delivery-day issues or quality concerns, contact customer service promptly so we can work toward a resolution.

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.