Stone in Detroit, MI

Typical delivered prices for common stone in the Detroit area generally fall in the range of $30 to $60 per ton, depending on size, color, and supplier. Hello Gravel's minimum order is 3 tons; final price depends on your zip code, stone type, and any delivery fees or traffic surcharges.

For a durable driveway base in Detroit, contractors commonly use 3/4" minus or 21A (angular crushed stone) compacted to 4-6 inches. Topcoat choices include 3/8" to 3/4" crushed stone or crushed limestone as a wearing surface; angular stones lock together better under snowplow and vehicle traffic.

Freeze-thaw cycles and plowing can cause fines to migrate and create ruts if the wrong stone is used. Angular, crushed stone with some fines compacts and resists shifting better than smooth pea gravel, while softer limestones may break down faster in freeze-thaw conditions.

Use roughly 0.43 tons per 100 sq ft for each 1 inch of compacted depth (based on a typical 1.4 tons per cubic yard). So for example, 2 inches over 500 sq ft is about 4.3 tons, and a 6-inch base for a 500 sq ft driveway is about 13 tons; always round up and allow extra for compaction and grading.

Yes. Detroit property and neighborhood rules can restrict front-yard parking and dictate driveway setbacks or stormwater requirements, and many HOAs have material or appearance rules. Check Detroit Building Department requirements and your HOA documents before ordering stone to avoid rework or permits.

Natural crushed stone with angular particles generally provides superior drainage and durability in Michigan's climate compared with softer crushed limestone, which can break down faster under freeze-thaw. Recycled concrete is cost-effective and often dense, but may contain fines that compact and bind over time; choose recycled material mostly for base layers rather than a top wearing surface in snowy areas.

Common practice is to remove organic material, install a geotextile fabric to reduce mixing with subgrade, place and compact a 4-6 inch base of 3/4" minus or similar, then add a 1-2 inch surface course and compact again. Proper grading for drainage and edge restraints (like timber or pavers) helps prevent migration when plowing or during heavy rain.

Hello Gravel can usually source and schedule Detroit-area stone deliveries in at least 2 business days, but lead times commonly range from 2 to 7 business days depending on season, stone type, and supplier inventory. Larger or decorative stone orders and rush next-day deliveries may require additional fees or more lead time.

Yes. Prices and availability often tighten in spring and summer when construction demand is highest, and in late fall/winter snow operations and limited quarry hours can increase costs or delay deliveries. Ordering off-season or booking delivery dates early can help lock in better pricing and availability.

Installation costs vary with site prep, access, and finish level; a typical installed range is about $1.50 to $4.50 per sq ft for grading, base, and topcoat in the Detroit area. Smaller jobs or ones requiring significant demolition, drainage work, or heavy grading will be at the higher end of that range.

Measure your area, decide on the compacted depth you need, and use the Hello Gravel calculator to estimate tons; remember the minimum order is 3 tons. Request preferred delivery dates at checkout, note if you want tailgate spreading (driver discretion), and contact our team early if you need changes or have HOA/permit concerns.

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.