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Gravel: Superior Drainage For Chapel Hill • Fast Gravel Delivery In Chapel Hill
Decomposed Granite
Known for its natural look, this compact, durable material drains well and holds up in high-traffic areas. Made from crushed and weathered granite down to a mix of fine gravel and sand—best for patios, paths, driveways, and landscape projects. Can range in color from light brown and tan to reddish and gray, depending on the natural stone color in the region.
Walkway Gravel
A smaller ⅜” crushed stone that is great for paths, patios, and garden walkways. Comfortable under foot thanks to its smaller size, and creates a beautiful garden-like atmosphere.
Road Base
(Class 5 | ABC | Crusher Run) A mixture of crushed limestone or granite, gravel, and sand, ranging from 1 ½” in size down to fines (small particles). Commonly used for constructing roads, driveway bases, parking lots, and other paved and unpaved surfaces. Intended to be compacted, hence the inclusion of fines within the material to provide support and be resistant to erosion and shifting.
Driveway Gravel
A ¾”-1” clean, crushed stone ideal for rejuvenating worn down gravel driveways, or for installing a fresh new driveway on your property. Aesthetically pleasing and functional!
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Why Chapel Hill Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Chapel Hill, population 85,631, sits in North Carolina's Piedmont where steady growth and a temperate climate shape homeowner needs. The Raleigh-Durham metro area of 1.4+ million is expanding at about 2.50% annually, driving local construction and landscaping projects from driveway repairs to backyard hardscapes. With 213 sunny days and 46.00 inches of annual rainfall in hardiness zone 7b, residents face both wet seasons that demand reliable drainage and sunny months that favor low-maintenance surfaces. Homeowners choose quality aggregates like gravel to control runoff, reduce erosion on sloped lots, and create durable, permeable surfaces that stand up to the region's mixed weather and increasing development pressure. For Chapel Hill conditions, gravel offers a practical balance of drainage and stability: its open-graded mixes shed water quickly on rainy days and resist rutting when used with proper sub-bases on clay soils common to the Piedmont. Hello Gravel connects you to local suppliers who source regionally appropriate gravel, schedules delivery on your timeline, and coordinates professional dump-truck delivery. We make it simple to pick the right gravel, check availability for your zip code, and choose delivery options including standard lead times or expedited delivery when you need materials fast.Popular Projects in Chapel Hill This Season
- Gravel Driveway Resurface25 tons
- Gravel Backyard Patio8 tons
- Gravel Walkway Path5 tons
- Gravel French Drain Backfill12 tons
- Gravel Parking Pad18 tons
Chapel Hill Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: Raleigh-Durham, NC
- 🏘️ Population: 85,631
- 🏡 Metro Area: 1.4+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 46.00 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 213/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 7b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 2.50% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Chapel Hill Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable fall temps
- Feb–Apr: Moderate spring moisture
- May–Sept: Dry summer dust
- Dec–Jan: Cold wet limits
Summer Tip: Pick an open-graded crushed gravel for paths and drainage areas and ask about geotextile fabric for clay-heavy spots; request delivery timing in the order notes so drivers can place material where you need it.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Chapel Hill gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Chapel Hill.
Use this quick estimate for 1,000 sq ft in Chapel Hill: about 4.3 tons at 1 inch, 8.6 tons at 2 inches, 13.0 tons at 3 inches, and 17.3 tons at 4 inches. These numbers assume typical gravel density and regional materials; order a little extra (5-10%) to allow for compaction and grading.
Delivered gravel pricing varies by type and region, but expect roughly $25-$75 per ton in the Raleigh-Durham market for common gravels. A typical tri-axle dump truck carries about 10-12 tons, so a single truckload often runs in the $250-$900 range depending on material and delivery; get an exact quote for your zip code since prices and delivery fees vary.
For a 20x20 driveway at a 3-4 inch depth you will typically need about 7-9 tons of gravel. DIY material costs are often $200-$700 depending on material choice and delivery, while contractor-installed jobs (grading, base prep, compaction) commonly range from $800 to $3,000 depending on site prep and local labor rates.
No, 2 inches is generally too thin for a driveway in Chapel Hill’s Piedmont soils. Contractors typically recommend 3-4 inches of surface gravel over a compacted base for passenger cars, and 5-6 inches of base plus 2-3 inches of surfacing for heavier vehicles or poor subgrade conditions due to local clay and drainage issues.
Good choices for Chapel Hill driveways are crusher-run (for base), #57 crushed stone (durable surface), and pea gravel (decorative, less stable). Typical regional price ranges are roughly $20-$50 per ton for crusher-run, $25-$70 per ton for #57, and $30-$75 per ton for pea gravel, but local sourcing and color options will affect final pricing.
Approximate coverage per 1 ton: about 231 sq ft at 1 inch, 116 sq ft at 2 inches, 77 sq ft at 3 inches, and 58 sq ft at 4 inches. So 20 tons would cover roughly 4,630 sq ft at 1 inch, 2,320 sq ft at 2 inches, 1,540 sq ft at 3 inches, and 1,160 sq ft at 4 inches.
Yes, homeowners can install small gravel projects in Chapel Hill; basic tools include a rented plate compactor, rake, wheelbarrow, and landscape fabric. DIY saves on labor (materials + delivery for small jobs often $200-$700), while contractors add grading, compaction, and edging for $800-$3,000 or more depending on scope and site prep.
Buying in bulk (truckload) is usually cheapest per ton, and picking up from a local supplier can save delivery charges if you have a truck. Hello Gravel connects you with local quarries and haulers in the Chapel Hill/Raleigh-Durham area, shows up-front pricing, and handles scheduling and delivery so you can compare options for the best price.
With proper installation and periodic maintenance, gravel driveways in Chapel Hill can perform well for many years; expect to top up surface gravel every 2-5 years depending on traffic and weather. Typical annual maintenance includes occasional regrading, patching low spots, weed control, and adding a few tons of gravel as needed; small annual costs often range $50-$300 for homeowner upkeep.
Frequent issues include weed growth, erosion on slopes, and rutting where the clay subgrade holds water. Simple fixes like weed control or adding a few tons of gravel cost from $50-$300, while heavier repairs such as regrading, adding geotextile, or installing proper edge restraint and 4-6 inches of base can run $200-$1,500 or more depending on extent.
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.
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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.
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