Gravel, Sand & Bulk Material Delivery in Knoxville, TN

In Knoxville most customers buy a mix of landscaping and construction aggregates such as gravel, sand, dirt, and stone for projects like driveways, patios, grading, and garden beds. Orders often include base materials for compaction, drainage layers, and decorative top layers—regional suppliers mean textures and colors can vary locally.

For hilly sites and clay-prone soils in the Knoxville area, prioritize materials that improve drainage and resist washout—coarser, well-draining mixes for slope work and heavier, angular materials for stabilization. Consider combining materials (base + top layer) and add geotextile or drainage features where water runoff is significant.

Knoxville’s warm, humid summers and seasonal heavy rain mean materials that drain well and resist settling perform best; fine, powdery materials can wash or compact differently after storms. Plan for erosion control on slopes and expect seasonal variation in moisture content, which affects compaction and delivery weight.

Peak season is typically spring through early fall when landscaping and exterior construction activity is highest. We recommend scheduling standard deliveries at least 1–2 weeks in advance for large jobs and even earlier for weekend deliveries; order early in peak months to secure preferred dates.

Standard delivery is typically 2+ business days, with a next-day option available for orders placed before noon CST for an additional fee. Deliveries are made by local dump trucks (usually tri-axle); minimum orders apply and drivers assess access and safety on arrival.

Yes. Narrow streets, low-hanging branches, overhead wires, weight-restricted roads, and tight driveways can limit truck access, and some neighborhoods have HOA rules about visible stockpiles. Provide clear delivery notes and photos at checkout so haulers can plan the safest drop location.

Small deliveries usually don’t require a permit, but large jobs that block streets, use the public right-of-way, or involve significant grading may need city or county permits. Always check with the City of Knoxville, Knox County, and your HOA before scheduling large deliveries or beginning substantial exterior work.

Typical quantities vary by project size and depth: a single-car driveway (12x20 at 4" compacted) often needs about 3 cubic yards (roughly 4–5 tons), a two-car driveway (20x24 at 4") about 6 cubic yards (around 8–10 tons), and a 10x12 patio with a 2" base about 0.75 cubic yards (1–1.5 tons). For larger grading, erosion control, or long stretches of driveway, quantities rise to dozens or hundreds of tons—use a material calculator or contact our team for a precise estimate.

Material and delivery prices can fluctuate with fuel costs, seasonal demand, and supplier inventory. Suppliers commonly apply surcharges or market adjustments; we communicate these changes during quoting and at checkout so you see current pricing before confirming your order.

Drivers may be able to perform tailgate spreading at their discretion, but this is not guaranteed for safety and logistics reasons. Prepare a clear drop area, mark utility locations, remove vehicles and obstacles, and note any special placement instructions in your order notes to help the driver plan the drop.

Because Knoxville has rolling terrain and heavy seasonal rains, plan for proper grading, surface drainage, and anchoring materials on slopes. Use heavier aggregates and geotextile where needed, install catch basins or swales to divert runoff, and consider planting or hardscaping to reduce long-term erosion.

Contact our customer service team as soon as possible; orders are easiest to modify before they enter the dispatch process and changes depend on supplier and truck scheduling. If an issue occurs on delivery, report it promptly so we can work with the supplier and hauler to resolve it according to our policies.

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.