Gravel, Sand & Bulk Material Delivery in Chatham, LA

Local projects typically use a mix of aggregates such as gravel, sand, dirt, stone for base layers, top dressing, and drainage. Regional sourcing means the exact texture and color will reflect West Louisiana geology. Choose materials based on load, drainage needs, and desired appearance.

Match the material to the project's function: structure and load-bearing for driveways, drainage for low spots, and appearance for visible areas, keeping gravel, sand, dirt, stone in mind as broad categories. Consider Chatham’s local soil and how much drainage you need, then use our material calculator or contact our sales team for guidance. Contractors can request technical specs if they need exact gradations or compaction guidance.

Clay-heavy or poorly draining soils need materials and installation methods that promote runoff and stability; in these cases a well-draining aggregate base plus proper grading helps. Sandy or looser soils may require heavier, angular aggregates or a compacted base to prevent rutting. Tell your supplier about existing soil and drainage conditions so they can recommend appropriate options from gravel, sand, dirt, stone categories.

Chatham experiences hot, humid summers with frequent storms and a late-summer/early-fall hurricane season, so heavy-rain risk is highest in those months. Cooler, drier months are often better for grading, compaction, and delivery when ground is firmer. Freezes are rare but possible in winter; plan around extended wet periods to avoid muddy conditions.

Many local suppliers and haulers will deliver to rural Chatham addresses, but delivery depends on road width, bridge or weight restrictions, and site access for tri-axle dump trucks. Provide clear delivery instructions and any gate codes or access limitations at checkout so drivers can assess the drop location. Note our minimum order is 3 tons and drivers may decline if a site is unsafe or inaccessible.

Standard delivery is scheduled for 2+ business days with no extra fee, and next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an additional fee. You can choose a preferred delivery date at checkout, and we connect you with local haulers who confirm arrival details by phone. Drivers may offer tailgate spreading at their discretion, but spreading is not guaranteed and depends on site safety.

Prices vary by material, quantity, and distance, but typical delivered costs in West Louisiana often range roughly from $20 to $60 per ton (or about $30 to $80 per cubic yard) depending on the product and haul. Final pricing depends on local supplier rates, seasonal demand, and delivery distance from the quarry or pit. Use our online quote tool or enter your zip code to get a tailored price for your address.

Local parish regulations, road right-of-way rules, or HOA guidelines can affect driveways, curb cuts, and major grading work. Check with your parish office and any HOA before starting work; Hello Gravel coordinates material delivery but does not handle permits or approvals. If you are unsure, your contractor or local building office can usually advise on required permits.

Controlling erosion usually combines good grading, drainage features, and stable aggregate choices from the gravel, sand, dirt, stone group that promote infiltration and resist washout. Consider retaining walls, swales, French drains, and geotextile fabric on slopes to stabilize soil and direct water away from structures. Discuss slope angle and runoff patterns with a local contractor so suppliers can recommend suitable material sizes and installation methods.

Measure length and width to get square feet, then multiply by the desired depth to find cubic feet (length x width x depth). Divide cubic feet by 27 to convert to cubic yards, then use our online calculator or ask for a tonnage estimate because conversion to tons depends on material density. As a quick example, a 12 ft x 50 ft driveway at 3 inches deep is 150 cubic feet, or about 5.6 cubic yards; add 10-15% for compaction and waste.

Materials that shed water and compact well generally perform best in hot, humid, and storm-prone conditions, so choose aggregates known for stability and drainage over fine, easily washed materials. Proper installation—grading, compaction, and occasional reinforcement like geotextiles—matters as much as material choice. Ask our team for recommendations based on your project's traffic and exposure to standing water.

Contact our customer service team as soon as possible by phone or text; changes are easiest before the order is dispatched and we will do our best to accommodate requests. If there is a delivery issue, report photos and details promptly so we can work with the supplier and hauler to resolve it according to our policies. See our help pages or contact support for next steps and any available remedies.

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.