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Gravel: Built For Local Drainage Needs • Next-Day Gravel Delivery AvaIlable Locally
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 Tar Heel Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Tar Heel is a small but growing community with a city population of 280, while the surrounding West North Carolina metro area has a population of 2.3+ million and a regional growth rate of 2.80% annually. The local climate—about 228 sunny days per year, 34.00 inches of annual rainfall, and USDA hardiness zone 8b—supports steady residential development and outdoor projects. That combination of sun and periodic heavy rain creates steady demand for well-drained, low-maintenance surfacing and erosion-control materials. Homeowners in Tar Heel look for durable aggregates that tolerate sun exposure, shed water quickly, and stabilize pathways and driveways without frequent upkeep. Gravel meets those needs by providing permeability, easy maintenance, and a cost-effective base for many landscaping and site-work projects.Popular Projects in Tar Heel This Season
- Tar Heel Gravel Driveway20 tons
- Gravel Patio Base5 tons
- Gravel Garden Path3 tons
- Gravel French Drain4 tons
- Gravel Parking Pad12 tons
Tar Heel Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West North Carolina
- 🏘️ Population: 280
- 🏡 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 Tar Heel Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Wet Spring Risk
- May–Sept: High Heat Drying
- Dec–Jan: Freeze Thaw Impact
Summer Tip: Choose angular crushed gravel for driveway base and use a 2–3 inch surface layer of pea or decorative gravel for dress-up; add a simple edging to keep stones contained during heavy rains.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Tar Heel gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Tar Heel.
Prices vary by type and season, but typical delivered ranges near Tar Heel are: crusher run or crushed stone $25 to $45 per ton, pea gravel $30 to $55 per ton, and decorative river rock $50 to $90 per ton. Regional sourcing, truck access, and minimum-order rules can push prices up or down, so use the quote tool or contact our team for an exact delivered price.
Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum order. Many deliveries in West North Carolina have no extra delivery fee, but short loads, limited truck access, or next-day requests may incur additional charges; the checkout will show any delivery fees before you pay.
For clay or sloped sites in Tar Heel, Start with a stable base: use a geotextile fabric, then 4-8 inches of 3/4" crushed stone or crusher run for the base, topped with 1-2 inches of 3/8" to 1/2" crushed stone as a driving surface. These angular stones lock together and shed water better than round pea gravel, and they perform best when paired with good drainage.
Heavy rainfall can cause rutting, wAshouts, and material migration, while freeze-thaw can create potholes and heaving on poorly drained subgrades. In Tar Heel, build a crowned profile, add side swales or French drains where water concentrates, keep driveway grade away from low soggy spots, and use culverts for cross-drive water to reduce erosion.
Typical estimates: for a driveway, per 1,000 sq ft you will need about 12 to 19 tons depending on depth (about 12.5 tons at 2" depth, 18.8 tons at 3" depth). A 20x20 patio (400 sq ft) needs roughly 5 tons at 2" or about 7.5 tons at 3"; a 10x20 parking pad (200 sq ft) needs about 2.5 tons at 2" or 3.8 tons at 3". Always round up and allow extra for compaction and slope runoff.
On typical Tar Heel clay soils, install geotextile fabric over the subgrade, then 4 to 6 inches of compacted 3/4" crushed stone as the structural base, and finish with 1 to 2 inches of finer topcoat stone. For very soft or poorly drained sites increase the base to 8 to 12 inches and consider undercutting soft spots before backfilling and compacting.
Inspect and regrade lightly after major storms or at least once a year; add a 1 to 2 inch topcoat every 2 to 5 years depending on traffic. DIY regrading with a tractor or box blade can cost $50 to $300 for small jobs; hiring a contractor to regrade and add material typically runs from a few hundred to over $1,000 depending on size and material costs.
Crushed stone is generally better in rainy areas because angular particles lock together, compact well, and shed water faster, giving a firmer, less muddy surface. Pea gravel can be attractive and comfortable underfoot but tends to shift and sink in heavy rain unless used with a stabilizer, firm base, edging, and pRoper drainage.
Rules vary by county and HOA. Check your local county planning or building office and your HOA guidelines before changing surfacing; if your driveway ties into a marked sTate road or affects the right-of-way, contact NCDOT for requirements and permits.
For small projects a rented plate compactor (typically $50 to $125/day) usually suffices; larger jobs or poor soils may need a small roller or professional equipment ($200 to $400/day rental). Hiring a contractor removes equipment and skill concerns but can cost several hundred to a few thousand dollars depending on site prep, tonnage, and access—hire pro help for large, sloped, or drainage-challenged sites.
Order ahead of peak seasons (spring and fall) and before heavy rains; rainy periods can delay deliveries and increase local demand. Prices often rise slightly in spring as projects increase, so booking a delivery date in advance helps lock in avaIlability and avoid rush fees.
Drivers may be able to perform tailgate spreading at their discretion; you can request spreading at checkout, but the driver will assess safety and site conditions on arrival and there are no guarantees. If you need guaranteed spreading, plan to hire a local contractor for placing and compacting material after 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.
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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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