Gravel in Sumner, WA

Material plus delivery in Sumner typically varies based on gravel type, quantity, and supplier distance; expect a broad range rather than a fixed price. Smaller orders and specialty gravels cost more per ton, while bulk orders lower the per-ton price; Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum and provides local quotes so you can see exact pricing for your zip code.

For driveways in Sumner's rainy conditions, use an angular crushed rock base (road base or crushed rock with fines) topped with 3/4" crushed stone or #57 for stability and compaction. For drainage areas, use clean drain rock (washed, no fines) or larger 1"–2" drainrock to keep water moving; pea gravel is decorative but not recommended as the only driveway surface because it wanders and compacts poorly.

Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers and dump truck haulers who deliver to Sumner; delivery methods are typically tri-axle dump trucks. You can request tailgate spreading at checkout, but spreading is done at the driver's discretion and cannot be guaranteed; contact our team or add notes to your order for special instructions.

A quick rule: one ton covers about 100 sq ft at 2" depth. Use the formula: tons = (area in sq ft x depth in inches) / 200. For example, a 200 sq ft patio at 3" depth needs about 3 tons; always round up and remember Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum.

With proper installation (good base, edge restraint, and drainage) a gravel driveway in Sumner can last 10+ years before full reconstruction, but it needs periodic maintenance like regrading, filling ruts, and adding 1–3" of new stone every 3–7 years depending on use. Because Sumner gets frequent rain, expect more frequent spot repairs and attention to drainage to prevent washouts and potholes.

Permit needs vary: work that alters a driveway approach, modifies curb cuts, or changes stormwater flow may require a permit from the City of Sumner or Pierce County. Before starting, check the City of Sumner Development Services or call the public works department to confirm local rules and any setback, runoff, or access requirements.

Gravel has lower upfront cost and excellent drainage, which is an advantage in Sumner's wet climate, but it requires more ongoing maintenance and periodic replenishing. Asphalt and concrete are more durable and lower-maintenance long term but are more expensive up front and increase impervious surface runoff—check local stormwater rules if you choose a paved surface.

On sloped or clay-rich sites, remove topsoil, install geotextile fabric, and lay a compacted crushed-rock road base (6–8") before a 2–3" crushed stone surface; use edge restraints, terraces, or small retaining walls on steeper slopes to stop material migration. Also install grade breaks, drainage swales, and French drains where needed, and consider geogrid or heavier base thickness if subsoil is very soft.

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.