Gravel in Portland, NY

Costs vary by material, quantity, and distance from the local quarry. Expect material plus delivery to run roughly $30 to $70 per ton delivered in rural upstate NY areas like Portland (population 760), with smaller orders or longer hauls pushing the price up. Use our zip-code lookup to get exact pricing and note Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum and may offer free delivery in some areas.

Choose a crushed stone mix with angular particles (for example 3/4" crushed stone or a 3/4" minus mix with some fines) so it compacts and locks together. That mix sheds water and resists washout during freeze-thaw, but you should plan on periodic grading and occasional top-ups in a climate with seasonal freeze-thaw.

For a common 50 ft by 12 ft driveway at 4 inches compacted depth you will need about 9 to 11 tons of gravel. If you want a 6-inch base layer plus a 2-inch driving surface, increase the total to roughly 15 to 18 tons. Always add 10-20% extra for compaction, grading, and waste, and remember Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum.

Yes. Hello Gravel works with a nationwide network of local suppliers and contracted haulers who deliver to small towns like Portland (check your zip code to confirm). Delivery is by dump truck (typically tri-axle); you can pick a delivery date and request tailgate spreading, but drivers will only spread at their discretion.

Gravel can be plowed, but smaller or loose mixes are more likely to be pushed or thrown by a plow. For properties regularly plowed, use larger, angular crushed stone (3/4" or larger) and consider compacting a firmer base; place driveway markers to reduce plow damage and plan on occasional spot repairs after heavy plowing.

With routine maintenance (grading, periodic top-up, and good drainage), a gravel driveway in Portland typically performs well for many years, but you should expect to add several inches of new gravel every 3 to 7 years. Heavy use, poor drainage, or repeated freeze-thaw can shorten that timeframe, so annual inspections and minor repairs will extend life.

Gravel has a lower upfront cost and is easier to install, making it more cost-effective initially for many Portland homeowners. Asphalt is more expensive up front but requires less frequent attention and handles snowplows and traffic better over time; consider long-term maintenance budgets and local drainage before choosing.

Yes, a 4-6 inch crushed stone base is recommended for driveways and heavy-use areas in Portland to provide stability and drainage. For a 50 ft by 12 ft driveway, a 4-inch base is about 10 to 11 tons; increase depth to 6 inches for heavier loads, which raises the quantity to roughly 15 to 17 tons. Add 10-20% extra for compaction and grading.

Permit requirements vary by town and county, so check with the Portland town clerk or local zoning/engineering office before starting work. If your driveway connects to a county or state road you may need additional permits or a curb-cut approval, so contact local authorities early to avoid delays.

Use clean, washed stone such as 3/4" crushed stone or 'clear stone' for footing drains and around foundations because it allows water to flow freely and resists clogging. Pair the stone with filter fabric and proper grading to direct water away from the foundation; for active drain systems, pair the stone with a perforated drain pipe.

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.