Gravel in Arcadia, AZ

Prices vary by type and season, but typical Phoenix/Arcadia ranges are: crushed rock $25-50 per ton (about $35-70 per cubic yard), decomposed granite $30-70 per ton (about $42-98 per cubic yard), pea gravel $40-80 per ton (about $55-112 per cubic yard), and river rock $60-120 per ton (about $84-168 per cubic yard). These are estimates for delivered material and can change with local supply, distance, and demand — check your zip code for firm pricing.

For driveways in Arcadia's desert climate, suppliers typically recommend angular crushed rock (3/4" minus or 3/8" minus) because it locks and compacts better. Decomposed granite is popular for xeriscaping and pathways because it binds and provides a dusty, low-water surface, while pea gravel or small rounded river rock are common for pool surrounds and decorative uses, though rounded stone can migrate and may need edging.

Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum order and commonly uses tri-axle dump trucks for delivery, with standard service at 2+ business days and next-day available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Many orders in the Phoenix/Arcadia area include free delivery, but fees can apply for long hauls, tight access, or special requests; your checkout will show exact delivery pricing.

For a typical two-car driveway (about 20' x 40'), plan on 4 to 6 inches of compacted gravel over a well-compacted 2-4 inch crushed rock base or road base. Use angular crushed stone on top for better interlock, compact in layers with a plate compactor, and consider geotextile fabric and edging to prevent lateral migration on Arcadia soils and slopes.

Using a 1.4 tons per cubic yard density as a rule of thumb: a 20' x 40' two-car driveway needs about 9.9-14.8 cubic yards (13.9-20.7 tons) at 4-6 inches depth. A 1,000 sq ft patio at 2-3 inches requires about 6.2-9.3 cubic yards (8.6-13.0 tons). A 100 ft long walkway 3 ft wide at 2 inches needs roughly 1.9 cubic yards (2.6 tons). Always round up and check your exact dimensions.

Monsoon rains can cause washouts and migration of loose gravel, especially on slopes; coarse angular gravel drains well but can move in heavy flows. Stabilize with proper edge restraints, geotextile fabric under a compacted base, slope terraces or swales to manage runoff, and consider stabilization grids or polymer-stabilized decomposed granite for high-traffic or sloped areas.

City of Phoenix generally allows xeriscaping and gravel front yards, but Arcadia homes are often subject to HOA covenants that can restrict material type, color, or placement. Before installing, check your HOA rules and local city code; if you have questions, our team can help point you to local resources.

Gravel typically costs less upfront than concrete or pavers for the same area, and is faster to install, but it requires periodic regrading, top-ups, and weed control. Concrete and pavers cost more initially and require more site prep, but they need less frequent topping and provide a smoother surface; choose based on budget, desired look, and long-term maintenance willingness.

Many contractors in the Phoenix area use geotextile weed fabric and, on slopes or driveways, stabilization grids or a compacted road base to reduce migration and maintenance. Adding fabric or grids raises installation cost up front (fabric is relatively inexpensive; grids and added base material add more), but it lowers long-term maintenance and can reduce the amount of material needed over time.

Hello Gravel connects you with trusted local suppliers and contracted truck fleets in the Arcadia/Phoenix area; delivery lead times are typically 2+ business days with next-day options available if ordered early. For installation, specialized contractors vary in availability seasonally — expect a few days to a few weeks depending on scope; request multiple quotes and check reviews when choosing an installer.

As of today, we require 2 business days for delivery.

Use our material calculator here: https://hellograve3dev.wpengine.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://hellograve3dev.wpengine.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.