Gravel in Edmonds, WA

A typical tri-axle dump truck used for delivery to Edmonds usually carries about 10–14 tons of gravel (roughly 6–9 cubic yards), but exact capacity depends on the truck and the material’s density. Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons, so smaller jobs may be fulfilled by partial truckloads or shared deliveries. Confirm the delivered truck size and estimated tons on your quote at checkout.

Delivered price varies by gravel type, quantity, and your exact Edmonds location; the best way to see an accurate cost is to enter your zip code on Hello Gravel and request a quote. Our platform shows transparent delivered pricing and any delivery fees for your order. Keep in mind minimums, material choice, and optional services like tailgate spreading affect the final price.

The most cost-effective approach is buying in bulk (full truckload) and choosing locally sourced materials because regional supply reduces hauling costs. Consider recycled aggregates or crushed concrete as lower-cost alternatives for base layers. Use Hello Gravel to compare delivered prices from multiple local suppliers before you buy.

Crushed, angular rock (for example crushed basalt or crushed granite) compacts well and provides the best durability for driveways and drive-through areas in rainy West Washington. Materials with a mix of stone and fines (crusher run or class 2 base) lock together under compaction and resist rutting better than rounded pea gravel. Avoid loose, rounded stones for driveways where vehicle traction and compaction matter.

Two inches of gravel is typically too thin for a driveway in Edmonds’ wet climate and for regular vehicle traffic. A better approach is to install a compacted base of 4–8 inches of crushed base course, then a 2–3 inch surface layer of decorative or crushed stone. Proper base, compaction, and drainage are especially important here because our frequent rain can cause movement and settling.

One ton of typical crushed gravel is roughly 0.67 cubic yards and will cover about 217 square feet at 1 inch depth. That translates to about 108 square feet at 2 inches and about 72 square feet at 3 inches. Coverage varies by stone density and how tightly the material is compacted, so use these as approximate figures for planning.

For a 100 ft long by 10 ft wide driveway (1,000 sq ft): at 2 inches depth you need about 6.2 cubic yards (roughly 9–10 tons); at 3 inches about 9.3 cubic yards (roughly 14 tons); and at 4 inches about 12.4 cubic yards (roughly 18–19 tons). Adjust quantities if your driveway is wider, needs a thicker compacted base, or if local compaction rates differ—always round up slightly to account for compaction and waste.

You can put gravel over dirt, but without proper preparation it will quickly rut, wash out, or encourage weed growth in Edmonds’ rainy conditions. Best practice is to remove vegetation, grade and compact the subgrade, install geotextile fabric if needed, and add a compactable base layer before the surface gravel. Proper prep improves longevity and reduces the need for frequent replenishment.

Gravel driveways in Edmonds can last many years if well constructed and maintained, but expect regular maintenance: reshaping, topping up, and spot compaction every 1–5 years depending on traffic. With a properly built base and good drainage, many residential gravel drives remain functional for 10+ years before major resurfacing is needed. Heavy traffic areas and poor drainage will shorten that timeline.

Naming varies regionally, but “B gravel” or “B base” typically refers to a compactable base mix containing a range of particle sizes and fines (often called crusher run or class 2 base) used under pavements. “Gravel” as a general term can mean decorative, washed, or rounded stone without fines and is intended for surface use. Always ask your supplier for the material spec (size range, percent fines, and recommended use) to ensure you get the right product for base or surface layers.

For Edmonds and West Washington’s wet climate, a compactable crushed aggregate (crushed rock or crusher run) as the base with a 1–2 inch layer of 3/4" crushed or washed rock on top works well. The compactable base resists rutting and the angular top layer provides drainage and traction. Because materials are regionally sourced, check local supplier samples on Hello Gravel to confirm color and texture.

Example: a two-car driveway 20 ft wide by 40 ft long (800 sq ft) needs about 9.9 cubic yards (about 15 tons) for a 4" compacted base and another 4.9 cubic yards (about 7–8 tons) for a 2" surface — roughly 22–24 tons total. Installation should include vegetation removal, grading, compacting the subgrade, spreading and compacting the base, then placing and finishing the surface layer. Request a delivery and installation quote through Hello Gravel and note that drivers may offer tailgate spreading at their discretion but it is not guaranteed.

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!

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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.