Gravel in Roy, WA

Delivered gravel prices in West Washington usually vary by material and supplier; expect a rough range of $40 to $80 per ton for common crushed gravel or driveway mixes. Final price depends on your exact zip code, material type, and delivery distance; Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum and shows transparent local pricing at checkout. Contact our team for a precise quote for Roy (population 10,010) and your address.

For Roy's wet climate, contractors typically recommend an angular crushed rock or class 2 base for structural stability and drainage; class 2 base compacts well and makes a durable driveway foundation. Pea gravel is attractive but tends to migrate and shift on driveways, and river rock is slippery and not ideal for vehicle traffic. A common approach is 4" of class 2 base compacted, topped with 1" to 2" of crushed rock or pea gravel for surface texture.

Use depth and area to estimate: one ton of gravel covers roughly 115 sq ft at 2" depth, about 58 sq ft at 4" depth, and about 39 sq ft at 6" depth (approximate, using typical crushed gravel density). For a 1-car driveway of 200 sq ft a durable build (6" compacted) needs about 5 to 6 tons; a 10'x10' patio at 4" needs roughly 3 to 4 tons. Always round up for compaction and waste and account for steeper or softer spots in Roy's wet soils by adding 10% to 20% contingency.

Hello Gravel connects you with trusted local suppliers and haulers serving Roy and Pierce County, and our minimum order is 3 tons. Local quarries and landscape suppliers may have their own minimums and product variety; availability varies by zip code and seasonal demand. Enter your address on our site or call our team to see which local materials and minimums apply to your delivery.

Roy's marine-influenced climate means frequent rain and occasional freeze-thaw cycles, so choose well-draining, angular gravel that resists rutting and compaction when wet. Expect to regrade and add a thin top layer every 1 to 3 years in high-traffic areas and to maintain edges to prevent washout after heavy rains. Good base preparation and proper drainage will reduce maintenance needs in Roy's wet conditions.

Local rules vary: some Pierce County zones or HOAs have rules about driveway materials, widths, or runoff controls, so check with Pierce County Public Works and your HOA before starting work. Gravel is often allowed, but you may need to meet stormwater or driveway setback requirements. If in doubt, contact your local permitting office or Hello Gravel's team for guidance before ordering material.

Installed costs depend on site prep, slope, access, and drainage needs: a basic gravel driveway typically runs low to mid-range, often around $1,000 to $3,500 for a 1-car driveway when including delivery and simple prep. Asphalt installs usually cost more, commonly $3,000 to $7,000, due to paving and binder materials, while interlocking pavers are the most expensive option, often $6,000 to $15,000 or more. These ranges reflect Roy-area factors like wet climate and potential extra drainage or compaction work—get a local quote for accuracy.

With proper base preparation and drainage, a gravel driveway in Roy can last many years but will require periodic upkeep: grading, adding fresh gravel, and spot repairs every 1 to 5 years depending on traffic. High-traffic driveways may need regrading and 1" to 2" of new material every few years; expect more frequent attention in heavy-rain seasons. Regular edging, good drainage, and removing vegetation extend service life and reduce winter potholes.

On slopes in Roy, stabilize the site with geotextile fabric, compacted base material, and retaining edges or small terraces rather than loose, steep runs of gravel. Install proper surface drains or a French drain to intercept runoff, use edging or rock steps to prevent material migration, and limit slope segments to manageable gradients; for slopes steeper than about 10% consider terraces or retaining walls. These measures reduce washout during heavy West Washington rains and make the gravel surface perform better.

Contractors commonly recommend a compacted base of 4" to 6" of class 2 base or similar crushed aggregate, topped with 1" to 2" of angular crushed rock for a driving surface, totaling about 5" to 8" compacted depending on traffic. Use mechanical compaction in lifts, install edge restraint, and consider geogrid on soft or sloped areas for extra stability. This build is well-suited to Roy's wet soils and provides a durable, well-draining surface when installed correctly.

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.

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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.

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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.