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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 Penrose Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Penrose is a small but growing community with a city population of 1,440, located within a metro area of 2.3+ million. With a regional annual growth rate of 2.80% and a climate that averages 228 sunny days per year, homeowners and contractors are seeing steady demand for outdoor projects, from driveway repairs to patio installs and drainage upgrades. The area's moderate rainfall (34.00 inches annually) and hardiness zone 8b mean erosion control and good runoff management are priorities. Quality aggregates like gravel are sought to stabilize soils, improve drainage, and create low-maintenance surfaces. Because local geology varies, choosing the right gravel size and gradation is key to long-term performance and reduces the need for frequent repairs.Popular Projects in Penrose This Season
- Gravel Driveway Resurfacing20 tons
- Gravel Patio Base6 tons
- Gravel Garden Path3 tons
- Gravel French Drain8 tons
- Gravel Parking Pad15 tons
Penrose Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West North Carolina
- 🏘️ Population: 1,440
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.3+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.00 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 2.80% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery avaIlable
Best Times for Penrose Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Spring Moisture Risk
- May–Sept: High Compaction Strength
- Dec–Jan: Freeze Thaw Risk
Summer Tip: For Penrose's 34.00 inches of annual rain, install a 3–4 inch compacted gravel base over geotextile to improve drainage and minimize wAshout on slopes and driveways.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Penrose gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Penrose.
Delivered price for crushed stone gravel in Penrose typically ranges from about $30 to $70 per ton, depending on stone size, type, and how far it must be hauled. Mountainous roads and longer hauls in West North Carolina often push prices toward the upper end of that range. For an exact quote, check your zip code on Hello Gravel or contact our sales team; minimum orders Start at 3 tons.
Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers and contracted haulers that deliver to Penrose and surrounding West NC areas; enter your zip code on our site or call our team to get matched. For installation, ask prospective contractors for local references, proof of insurance, and examples of work in mountainous terrain to ensure they understand steep driveways and drainage needs.
For steep, rainy sites around Penrose, angular crushed stone (for example 3/4" crushed stone or #57 stone) and crusher-run mixes are good because they lock together and resist wAshout. Use larger rock (rip rap or 2"-4") on high-erosion channels and track areas, and add geotextile fabric and pRoper drainage (culverts, French drains) to protect slopes. WAshed pea gravel can be used for low-traffic areas, but it does not compact as well on steep lanes.
Typical estimates (using 1.4 tons per cubic yard and common dimensions) are: 1-car driveway (10' x 50') at 4" depth ≈ 9 tons (6" ≈ 13 tons); 2-car driveway (20' x 50') at 4" depth ≈ 18 tons (6" ≈ 26 tons); 12' x 20' patio at 4" ≈ 4 to 5 tons; 100' private road at 12' wide and 6" depth ≈ 31 tons. These are examples—measure your exact width/length and depth needs, then use Hello Gravel's calculator or contact our team to get a precise tonnage and account for compaction and slope.
The best months for delivery and installation in West North Carolina are typically late spring through early fall, when ground is not frozen and heavy rains are less frequent. Avoid scheduling major installs during the peak summer storm season or during winter freeze-thaw periods, since wet or frozen ground makes compaction and grading harder. If you must work in wetter months, plan extra drying time, temporary access, and a slightly higher allowance for replacement gravel.
Requirements vary—some HOAs in the Penrose area have rules about driveway material, color, or curb appeal, and Transylvania County or your local township may require permits or culvert work for new connections to public roads. Before ordering, check your HOA covenants and contact Transylvania County planning or public works to confirm permit needs and culvert/driveway standards. If you need help, Hello Gravel's team can advise on typical local requirements but cannot pull permits for you.
On sloped sites use a layered approach: install geotextile fabric, lay a heavy subbase of larger angular rock (3"-6") for drainage and stability, follow with crusher-run for a hard, compactable base, and finish with a 3/4" top stone. Compact each layer with a vibratory plate compactor or small roller and install edge restraints or terracing where needed to prevent lateral spread. Also design positive drainage (ditches, culverts) to divert water off the surface and reduce erosion on steep grades.
Expect routine maintenance every 1 to 3 years: regrading to remove ruts and potholes and adding 1 to 3 tons of gravel per 100-400 square feet depending on wear and local rainfall. Typical DIY maintenance costs are often $100 to $600 per year for small driveways; professional grading or more significant repairs after storms can cost more. In West NC's wetter climate, plan for slightly higher frequency of maintenance compared with drier regions.
Hello Gravel delivers by contracted dump truck fleets to Penrose with a standard lead time of 2+ business days and a next-day option for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Minimum order is 3 tons, and tailgate spreading may be avaIlable at the driver's discretion—request it at checkout but note it is not guaranteed. Add delivery notes for site access, preferred drop location, and any sensitive areas so haulers can plan the safest drop.
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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