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Gravel: Coastal-Ready Drainage Performance • Next-Day Gravel Delivery Options Available
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.
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!
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 New Hanover County Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
New Hanover County is home to 230,000 residents and sits in a growing, temperate region—the local growth rate is 0.69% annually. The area falls in hardiness zone 8b, averages 228 sunny days per year, and receives 33.90 inches of rain annually, so homeowners face both sunny, dry stretches and periods of concentrated rainfall. That mix drives steady demand for durable, well-draining aggregates for projects like driveways, drainage beds, pathways, and patio bases. Homeowners seek quality gravel that resists washout, compacts reliably, and matches local color and texture so installations look good and perform well over time.Popular Projects in New Hanover County This Season
- Gravel driveway resurfacing45 tons
- Gravel parking pad30 tons
- Gravel backyard patio base6 tons
- Gravel garden pathways4 tons
- Gravel French drain trench12 tons
New Hanover County Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: North Carolina Region
- 🏘️ Population: 230,000
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.4+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 33.90 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.69% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for New Hanover County Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Moisture
- Feb–Apr: High Spring Moisture
- May–Sept: Dry Summer Dust
- Dec–Jan: Slow Winter Curing
Summer Tip: Choose a well-graded, crushed gravel for driveways and drainage beds—install a compacted base and a top layer of 3/4" minus or 3/8" clean stone to reduce settling and improve runoff. Request delivery placement notes at checkout so drivers can deposit material where spreading is easiest.
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Frequently Asked Questions - New Hanover County gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in New Hanover County.
A full dump truck load in New Hanover County generally ranges from about $300 to $1,200, depending on the type of gravel, truck size, and delivery distance. Coastal sourcing, delivery access (driveway width, overhead obstructions), and material type (pea gravel versus crushed stone) all affect price. For an exact price, get a quote through Hello Gravel for your zip code and project details.
Prices in New Hanover County usually fall between $30 and $90 per cubic yard or roughly $25 to $80 per ton, depending on material and supplier. Pea gravel and decorative stone tend to be at the higher end, while screened fill or base gravel is cheaper. Use Hello Gravel's online quote to see current local pricing for your exact address.
Coverage depends on truck size and depth you need, but a typical tri-axle dump (about 10-12 cubic yards) will cover roughly 600 to 1,200 sq ft at a 2-inch depth. If you need 3 to 4 inches for a driveway base, that same load will cover about 300 to 600 sq ft. We recommend using Hello Gravel's material calculator or contacting our team to nail down quantities for your specific slope and compaction needs.
One ton of pea gravel usually covers about 80 to 100 sq ft at a 2-inch depth, and about 40 to 50 sq ft at a 4-inch depth. Coverage varies with moisture content, compaction, and the exact stone size, so treat these as estimates. For exact planning, measure your area and use the Hello Gravel calculator or ask our team for help.
Twenty tons of gravel will cover roughly 600 to 1,200 sq ft at a 2-inch depth, or about 300 to 600 sq ft at a 4-inch depth, depending on material density. For driveway use, most homeowners choose 3 to 4 inches for a surface and 6 to 8 inches for the base under heavier loads. Contact Hello Gravel with your driveway dimensions so we can recommend the right depth and exact tonnage for local soils and coastal conditions.
A basic 20 ft long by typical 12 ft wide gravel driveway (about 240 sq ft) will usually cost between $200 and $1,500 for material in New Hanover County, depending on depth and type of stone. Installation costs, grading, and hauling access will affect the final price. Use Hello Gravel to get a material-only quote, and ask our team for local contractor referrals if you need installation.
One cubic yard of gravel is about 27 cubic feet, and a 50 lb bag is roughly 0.5 cubic feet of material depending on rock size. That means you would need about 54 to 60 fifty-pound bags to equal one cubic yard. For larger projects in New Hanover County, buying by the ton or yard delivered by truck is usually more cost-effective than bags.
Pricing for 100 cubic yards in New Hanover County can vary widely, but expect several thousand dollars; rough estimates range from $3,000 to $9,000 or more depending on material and delivery. Bulk discounts, hauling distance, and gate access affect the final cost. For a firm price, request a bulk quote through Hello Gravel with your delivery zip code and site conditions.
You can put gravel over grass for a temporary solution, but it is not recommended for long-term use because the grass will regrow through the stone and organic matter will mix with the gravel. For a long-lasting installation in coastal New Hanover County, remove sod, grade the area, add a weed barrier if desired, and lay a compacted base of crushed stone before adding finish gravel. Contact Hello Gravel for material recommendations based on your project goals.
Buying in bulk by the ton or yard through a delivery service like Hello Gravel is usually the most economical option for homeowners in New Hanover County. Consolidate deliveries, order the minimum needed (Hello Gravel minimum is 3 tons), and choose common local materials like base or screened gravel rather than specialty decorative stone to save money. Compare quotes from local suppliers on the Hello Gravel platform to find the best value.
'Poor man's concrete' typically refers to a simple mix of gravel and cement or compacted stone used as a low-cost base instead of poured concrete. In New Hanover County, it can work for small, low-load areas but won't match the strength or longevity of proper concrete, especially in coastal soils and freeze-thaw conditions. For driveways or structural uses, consult a contractor and consider proper subbase preparation and permitted solutions rather than relying solely on this method.
Pea gravel usually costs more than basic crushed stone or base gravel because it is screened and often washed, so a dump truck load in New Hanover County will generally be toward the higher end of local price ranges. Expect the per-ton price for pea gravel to be higher by $10 to $30 or more compared with common base materials, depending on supplier and availability. Get local pricing through Hello Gravel to compare pea gravel versus crushed or screened options for your address.
A typical tri-axle dump load of around 10 to 12 cubic yards will cover approximately 600 to 1,200 sq ft at a 2-inch depth, and about 300 to 600 sq ft at a 4-inch depth, depending on material and compaction. Site access, required depth, and whether you need base versus finish stone change coverage expectations. Use Hello Gravel's material calculator or talk to our team to get an estimate tailored to your project dimensions.
General gravel (crushed stone) tends to be angular, locks together well, and is great for driveways, bases, and drainage, while pea gravel is small, rounded, and pleasant for walkways or decorative areas. In New Hanover County's coastal setting, crushed stone is often preferred for driveways because it compacts better under traffic, while pea gravel is popular for patios and gardens. Choose based on function: stability and drainage favor crushed stone, while aesthetics and barefoot comfort favor pea gravel.
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.
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