Gravel in Shelbyville, TN

In Shelbyville the most common choices are crushed limestone (good for bases), pea gravel (decorative and drainage-friendly), and crusher run (well-graded base material). Typical local price ranges are roughly: crushed limestone $20 to $40 per ton, pea gravel $30 to $60 per ton, and crusher run $18 to $40 per ton. Prices vary by supplier, delivery distance, and seasonal demand, so check your zip code for exact quotes.

West Tennessee has sticky clay soils and sometimes poor natural drainage, so a thicker, well-drained base is important in Shelbyville. For a standard driveway plan on clay, aim for a compacted base of 6 to 8 inches of crushed stone or crusher run, with a geotextile fabric underneath and good surface drainage. For rural roads or heavy loads increase base depth to 8 to 12 inches and add subdrainage where water collects.

Hello Gravel connects you with several regional suppliers and haulers that serve Shelbyville; exact suppliers vary by zip code. Our marketplace typically requires a minimum order of 3 tons, and many local deliveries include free standard delivery while remote or small orders may have haul or fuel fees in the $25 to $150 range. For a firm price and supplier details, enter your Shelbyville zip code on our site or contact our team.

Permit and HOA rules vary in Shelbyville and by neighborhood. Many homeowners can replace an existing driveway with gravel without a city building permit, but curb cuts, drainage changes, or properties in historic districts or under HOA rules may require approval. Always check Shelbyville municipal codes and your HOA covenants before ordering material to avoid delays.

Local contractors recommend putting down a nonwoven geotextile on soft or clay sites, installing a compacted crusher run base in 2- to 4-inch lifts, and finishing with a 2 to 3 inch wearing layer of pea gravel or 3/4-inch crushed stone. Compact each lift with a vibratory roller, slope the driveway for runoff, and add a shallow crown to shed water away from structures. These steps reduce rutting and washouts common in West Tennessee after heavy rain.

Shelbyville sees freeze-thaw and heavy rains that can move and wash gravel, especially on clay soils and slopes. Expect routine maintenance such as grading, filling potholes, and adding 1/2 to 1 inch of gravel every 1 to 3 years depending on use and drainage. Improving base depth and drainage up front reduces long-term maintenance needs.

Use these typical estimates using a 4 inch depth unless noted: single-car driveway (10 ft x 20 ft) needs about 2.5 cubic yards or roughly 3.5 tons; two-car driveway (20 ft x 25 ft) needs about 12.3 cubic yards or about 17 tons if 4 inches deep. A 10 ft x 10 ft patio at 2 inches depth needs about 0.6 cubic yards or about 1 ton. Increase those numbers for thicker bases and expect regional density variation; order a little extra to account for compaction and spreading.

Gravel typically has the lowest upfront material and installation cost in Shelbyville but higher routine maintenance (grading, adding gravel) and shorter uninterrupted service life. Asphalt and concrete cost more up front and require less frequent surface maintenance; asphalt may last 15 to 25 years with sealing, and concrete 25 to 40 years, while gravel life depends on upkeep and drainage. For a local decision get estimates for material, hauling, and contractor labor in Shelbyville and factor in how much maintenance you want to do.

Some local drivers may offer tailgate spreading at their discretion, and you can request it at checkout, but Hello Gravel does not guarantee spreading services. In Shelbyville the driver will assess access, safety, and equipment on arrival and may spread small loads where conditions allow. If you need professional spreading and compaction, ask for a separate spreading/compaction quote from a local contractor.

Measure your area and choose base depth based on soil and use, then use Hello Gravel's calculator to convert to tons and check the 3-ton minimum. Add delivery notes about access, desired drop location, and color preference, and request next-day delivery early if you need fast service. Finally, verify local permit or HOA rules before scheduling to prevent surprises.

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.