Gravel in La Grange, NC

Typical delivered gravel prices in small North Carolina towns range from about $20 to $60 per ton depending on material (crushed stone is usually at the lower end, pea gravel and decorative rock toward the higher end) and any delivery or spreading fees. Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum and often shows free delivery in many areas, but final pricing depends on material type, local supplier rates, and distance from the quarry. For an exact number, get a quote through Hello Gravel for your zip code so you can compare material and delivery costs.

For clay-rich, humid soils common around La Grange, angular crushed stone (3/4" crushed stone or crushed stone with fines) performs best because it locks together and resists rutting. Pea gravel and river rock drain well but tend to shift and track on heavy-use driveways unless they sit on a good compacted base and edging. Consider geotextile fabric and a thicker compacted base when installing gravel on clay to improve drainage and stability.

A typical 2-car driveway (about 20 ft wide by 40 ft long) at 3" depth needs roughly 7.5 cubic yards, which is about 10 to 12 tons of 3/4" crushed stone after compaction. If you plan 4" depth or a thicker base on clay soils, expect closer to 14 to 16 tons. Always add about 5-10% extra for compaction, grading, and waste, and remember Hello Gravel’s 3-ton minimum applies.

Small residential driveway repairs or new driveways on private property often do not require a town permit, but changes that affect stormwater, drainage, or connect to a state road may need approval. If the driveway ties into an NCDOT-maintained road or you are building a commercial parking lot, check with La Grange town hall, Lenoir County planning, and NCDOT for specific permit requirements and driveway apron standards. When in doubt, call the town or county office before work begins to avoid unexpected stops or rework.

Heavy rain common in the region can cause washouts, rutting, and potholes as water moves loose material and weakens clay subsoils. Freeze-thaw cycles in this part of North Carolina are usually milder than in the mountains, but any freeze with saturated clay can still heave small areas. Good design—crowned surfaces, edged borders, proper drainage swales or culverts, and periodic grading and topping—keeps maintenance manageable.

There are regional quarries and aggregate suppliers serving Lenoir County and nearby areas; Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers and haulers so you can see contractor pricing and volume discounts. If you need bulk loads or recurring deliveries for a job site, request contractor pricing through our platform and we will match you to suppliers and haulers in your area. We can also schedule deliveries to match contractor timelines.

For residential driveways on clay soils near La Grange, a compacted base of 4" to 8" of crushed stone with a 2" to 3" surface layer of crushed fines or topstone is common. For heavier farm access or rural roads that see equipment traffic, aim for 8" to 12" of compacted base with a durable surface layer. Using geotextile fabric under the base and designing good drainage improves longevity in local soils.

DIY is feasible for small, straightforward driveway projects if you have basic grading tools, a compactor, and help to place and level material, but drainage swales, culverts, and proper compaction on clay soils are best handled by a contractor. Hire a pro for long driveways, heavy equipment access, complex drainage, or when you need precise grading and compaction to meet county or state standards. Hello Gravel can deliver materials whether you self-install or hire a contractor, and we can help coordinate timing.

Gravel is typically much cheaper up front and easier to repair for farm access roads, but it requires ongoing maintenance like grading, adding material, and fixing washouts. Asphalt or concrete have higher installation costs but often need less frequent routine maintenance and provide smoother year-round access. The best choice depends on traffic level, budget, and how much maintenance you want to plan for over time.

Most Hello Gravel deliveries use tri-axle dump trucks that require clear, stable access; narrow drives, low-hanging wires, tight turns, and weak culverts can prevent a full-load delivery. County and state roads may have weight limits or bridge restrictions, and deliveries to properties that tie into an NCDOT road may require approvals—check local authorities and note access details in your order. We recommend adding delivery notes and photos at checkout so the hauler can assess access and avoid failed delivery attempts.

Order online by selecting material and entering your La Grange zip code; Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum and shows available suppliers and pricing for your area. Standard delivery is 2+ business days, and next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee; tailgate spreading can be requested at checkout but is performed at the driver’s discretion. Include clear drop instructions and contact info so haulers can coordinate a smooth delivery.

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!

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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.