Gravel, Sand & Bulk Material Delivery in Manquin, VA

Home projects that typically require bulk materials include driveways and driveway resurfacing, patio and walkway bases, drainage trenches and French drains, garden beds and mulching, yard grading and fill, and small retaining walls. Both DIYers and contractors use similar materials for these jobs, though quantities and compaction needs vary by project size and load requirements.

Manquin's climate has warm, humid summers and cool winters; seasonal rain and occasional freeze-thaw cycles make drainage and stability key considerations. Choose materials and gradations that promote drainage and compact well; regional soils can be clayey or loamy, so expect differences in compaction and settling and select materials accordingly for long-term performance.

For drainage you want a coarser, well-graded mix that allows water to pass through quickly, while load-bearing areas need angular, compactable material to lock together and resist rutting. Consider a layered approach (base layer for load, top layer for appearance or fine grading) and ask suppliers about local mixes that balance drainage, compaction, and durability.

Quantities depend on coverage area and depth, but rough examples: a 12'x12' patio at 2 to 3 inches deep typically needs about 1 to 2 tons; a two-car driveway resurfacing (about 600 sq ft at 2-3 inches) often needs 8 to 15 tons; filling a low spot or grading a small yard can range widely from 3 to 20+ tons. Use Hello Gravel's material calculator or provide dimensions to our team for a more precise estimate.

Standard delivery is generally available in 2+ business days and many areas qualify for free delivery, while next-day delivery is offered for orders placed before noon CST for an additional fee. Deliveries are made by local contracted dump truck fleets (typically tri-axle); you choose a delivery date at checkout and drivers may offer tailgate spreading at their discretion.

Hello Gravel's minimum order is 3 tons. Delivery fees vary by distance, site access, order size, and local supplier rates; many customers in the region see free or modest delivery fees for nearby suppliers, while longer hauls or difficult access can add $50 to $150 or more. Check your zip code on the site for exact pricing and any free-delivery promotions.

Spring through fall generally offers the best conditions for deliveries and installation because ground is less likely to be frozen and weather is more predictable. Winter and periods of heavy rain can delay delivery or make spreading and compaction difficult; schedule extra time in shoulder seasons and confirm timing with our dispatch team.

Permit and HOA rules vary by locality and neighborhood; common restrictions address driveway materials, impervious surface limits, setbacks, and visible landscaping. Check with New Kent County, your local municipality, and your HOA before ordering large quantities so your project meets local codes and community rules.

Many local suppliers and haulers can offer add-on services like limited tailgate spreading, full spreading, or compaction through partners, but availability varies and drivers perform spreading at their discretion for safety reasons. Add-on costs depend on job complexity and crew time and commonly range from modest fees for tailgate spreading to higher rates for full spreading and compaction; request these services at checkout and confirm costs ahead of delivery.

Clear the drop zone of debris, mark underground utilities and prefer a firm, level drop area with adequate truck access; remove vehicles and trailers from the driveway and keep the placement area visible. If compaction or grading is required after delivery, arrange equipment or a contractor ahead of time to ensure materials are placed and finished promptly.

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.