Gravel in Detroit, MI

Prices vary by material, distance, and supplier, but a delivered dump-truck load in Detroit typically ranges from about $300 to $900. Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum and uses local suppliers, so exact cost depends on your zip code and the gravel type you choose. Check your delivery ZIP on our site or get a quote for an accurate price.

A cubic yard of gravel in Detroit usually costs about $30 to $80 delivered, depending on material and region. Hello Gravel offers standard delivery in 2+ business days and next-day delivery for orders placed before noon CST; same-day delivery is rarely available, so contact our team for urgent requests. Always confirm price and timing for your ZIP code at checkout.

Assuming a 20 ft long by 10 ft wide driveway, at 4 inches depth you need about 2.5 cubic yards of gravel; at 3 inches you need about 1.9 cubic yards. Expect material costs roughly $30 to $80 per cubic yard, so material alone would be about $60 to $200, not including delivery or compaction. In Detroit's freeze-thaw climate we recommend 4–6 inches for a durable base, and note Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum for deliveries.

A tri-axle dump truck (our typical delivery vehicle) holds roughly 10–14 cubic yards; delivered price for a full truck can run from about $400 to $1,200 depending on the exact material, distance, and local supplier. Hello Gravel coordinates the truck and provides transparent pricing once you enter your ZIP code. Delivery lead time is usually 2+ business days, with a next-day option for qualifying orders.

A standard half-ton pickup bed safely holds about 0.5 to 0.75 cubic yards; a full cubic yard will likely exceed safe payload and could overload your truck. Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum order and primarily delivers with dump trucks, so pickup-size loads aren't our usual service. If you plan to use your truck, check its payload rating and local loading rules before arranging materials.

For Detroit driveways, contractors commonly use a layered approach: a compacted aggregate base (3/4" minus or similar) topped with 3/4" crushed stone or crushed limestone for good drainage and compaction. Hello Gravel sells materials by weight with a minimum order (typically 3 tons); you can convert to cubic yards for planning, but exact availability and mix can vary by local supplier. Because Michigan freeze-thaw cycles matter, choose angular stone that locks together rather than rounded river rock.

No, 2 inches is too thin for a driveway in Detroit; it may work for a temporary path or top dressing, but it will not support vehicle loads or resist frost heave. For a long-lasting driveway, plan on 4–6 inches of compacted aggregate and consider a thicker structural base if heavy vehicles will use it. Always compact layers in stages and consider geotextile fabric over poor soils.

For any project larger than a few bags, bulk delivery by dump truck is almost always the most cost-effective option in Detroit because unit cost drops significantly and delivery is included in many areas. 50 lb bags are convenient for tiny repairs or decorative accents but become costly for larger areas, while renting a trailer adds time and rental fees. Hello Gravel's minimum order and truck deliveries make bulk the economical choice for most homeowner and contractor jobs.

Yes, homeowners can install gravel themselves: mark and excavate the area, install geotextile fabric if needed, add and compact a base layer, then spread and compact the top layer. Order about 5–10% extra to allow for compaction and trimming, and increase depth recommendations in areas with poor subsoil or heavy traffic. If you're unsure, contact our team for a quick material estimate for your exact dimensions and local conditions.

A 10x12 shed base is 120 sq ft; at a 3-inch depth you need about 1.1 cubic yards, and at 4 inches about 1.5 cubic yards. With local prices around $30 to $80 per cubic yard, material would cost roughly $35 to $120, but Hello Gravel's 3-ton minimum may apply and delivery charges depend on ZIP code. We recommend a 4-inch compacted base for shed pads in Detroit, plus a little extra for grading and compaction.

A 7x14 dump trailer typically holds roughly 3 to 4 cubic yards depending on side height; exact capacity varies by trailer model. Hello Gravel coordinates deliveries with local dump trucks and generally does not load customer-owned trailers; our standard service is direct truck delivery and dumping to the ground. If you plan to rent a trailer, contact our support team—some local suppliers or yards may allow self-loading, but availability depends on the supplier and local regulations.

A 50 lb bag contains about 0.5 cubic feet of gravel, which covers roughly 6 sq ft at a 1-inch depth or about 3 sq ft at 2 inches. Bags are convenient for small touch-ups or decorative projects, but they are not practical or economical for driveways, large bases, or landscaping areas. For anything beyond a few square feet, bulk delivery through Hello Gravel is usually faster and cheaper.

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.