Decorative Stone & Rock in Dallas, NC

Homeowners in Dallas commonly search for 'best decorative rock for driveways', 'pea gravel delivery near me', 'crushed granite vs river rock', 'how much decorative stone do I need', and 'decorative rock delivery Dallas NC'. They want appearance photos, pricing per ton or cubic yard, and quick delivery options. Local searches often include terms like 'Piedmont stone' or 'NC river rock' to reflect regional materials.

Typical retail ranges for decorative stone in West North Carolina are about $40 to $120 per ton depending on type (pea gravel at the low end, specialty colored stone at the high end). Using an average conversion of about 1 cubic yard ≈ 1.3 tons, that works out to roughly $50 to $160 per cubic yard. Prices vary by material, color, and local supply, so check your zip code for exact quotes.

Installed costs vary by scope: a simple decorative top layer for a driveway can run about $3 to $7 per square foot, while a properly built gravel driveway with base and compaction may cost $6 to $12 per square foot. Patio and pathway installations typically range $5 to $15 per square foot depending on edging, base prep, and labor. DIY projects are cheaper but still require base prep and drainage planning.

For Dallas and the surrounding West North Carolina/Piedmont region, crushed stone or crushed granite is preferred for driveways because they lock and compact well. Pea gravel and river rock are popular for walkways, garden accents, and dry creek beds due to good drainage and appearance. Choose the material based on use: durable, angular stone for traffic areas versus rounded river rock for aesthetics and drainage.

Use these typical estimates: a single-car driveway (12'x20') at 3" depth needs about 2.2 cubic yards (≈ 2.9 tons); a double-car driveway (20'x40') at 3" needs about 7.4 cubic yards (≈ 9.6 tons); a 12'x12' patio at 2" needs about 0.9 cubic yards (≈ 1.2 tons); a 100 sq ft garden bed at 2" needs about 0.6 cubic yards (≈ 0.8 tons). Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum order, so small projects may require ordering more than the calculated need or buying additional small-bag material for top-ups.

Contractor practices vary, but many local pros use a permeable geotextile fabric under stone to suppress weeds while allowing water to drain, especially for decorative beds and pathways. For driveways, contractors often prefer a proper compacted base and edge restraint first, then fabric only where needed; some avoid fabric in high-traffic areas because it can trap fines and affect compaction. Ask your installer about their approach for your specific material and slope.

In the Piedmont region, properly installed decorative stone with compacted base, edge restraints, and good slope will drain well and resist washout. Rounded materials like pea gravel can migrate on slopes in heavy rains, so use edging or larger rock for slope control; crushed stone with fines locks together better against erosion. Winter snow and ice are usually minor in Dallas; stone itself is unaffected, but pay attention to drainage and avoid using excessive sand or salt that can discolor certain decorative stones.

Key considerations for rural deliveries include Hello Gravel's 3-ton minimum, standard delivery lead time of 2+ business days, and next-day delivery option for orders placed before noon CST (additional fee may apply). Dump trucks are typically tri-axle and need clear access and a safe place to park and dump, so confirm truck access and any special placement notes at checkout. Expect regional variation in stock and color; add order notes for color preference and contact customer service promptly for changes.

Match stone color and size to your home's style and the local landscape—lighter stones brighten shady yards, while warmer tones complement brick homes common in the Piedmont. Consider maintenance: smaller rounded stones need occasional topping and edging, while angular crushed stone stays put better under traffic. If you're unsure, order a small sample or request photos of the local material before purchase and use Hello Gravel's material calculator to confirm quantities.

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!

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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.