Sand in Houston, TX

Concrete (coarse) sand, mason/brick sand, play sand, washed sand/drainage sand, and utility or fill sand. Concrete/washed sand is preferred under pavers and for drainage; mason sand is used for joints and finishing; play sand is for play areas only.

Use: cubic yards = (area in sq ft * depth in inches) / 324. Example: 500 sq ft at 2 inches depth = (500*2)/324 = 3.09 cubic yards. Adjust up 5-10% for compaction and waste.

Prices vary by sand type and supplier. Typical delivered price ranges: play/fill sand $20-35/yd3, concrete/washed sand $35-60/yd3. Expect delivery or minimum-order fees ($50-$200) and higher costs for small orders or long hauls. Always get quotes with delivery included.

Standard residential dump trucks commonly carry about 10-14 cubic yards. Smaller contractor trucks carry 2-4 yd3; tri-axle commercial trucks can carry 18-25 yd3. Confirm with the supplier before ordering.

Sand improves infiltration but can be washed away in heavy storms if not stabilized. Gravel (coarser aggregate) provides more stable surface and better long-term erosion resistance. For best results combine geotextile fabric, a compacted base (crushed stone), and appropriate top material (washed gravel or coarse sand) and add vegetation or retaining features on slopes.

Caliche is a calcium carbonate-rich, cemented soil layer common in parts of Texas. It can be used as a base when available, but it can cause drainage and compaction issues if not handled correctly. In Houston's coastal plain you are more likely to deal with clay and alluvial sands; for any site with caliche, test compaction and drainage before using it as the finished base.

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.