Stone in Kansas City, KS

At Hello Gravel, "stone" typically refers to crushed rock products such as crushed limestone, crushed stone (trap rock), and angular base mixes used for driveways and drainage. In the Kansas City area these materials usually appear gray to tan, with sharp edges that lock together when compacted; exact color and texture vary by local quarry and whether the source is on the Kansas or Missouri side of the metro.

Prices vary by stone type, particle size, and local supply, but expect a rough delivered range of about $30 to $75 per ton for common crushed stone in the Kansas City area. For an accurate, up-to-date price for your zip code, use our quote tool or request a local supplier estimate since regional demand and seasonal freight affect the final price.

Common types include crushed limestone (good all-purpose base and driveways), 3/4" crushed stone (top layer for driveways and paths), pea gravel (rounded and used for patios and edging), and river rock (decorative beds and drainage). Use angular crushed stone for load-bearing surfaces and drainage; choose rounded pea or river rock where comfort and aesthetics matter.

A 12x40 two-car driveway is 480 square feet. For a typical installation you may need 4" of top stone (about 6 tons) plus a 4 to 6" compacted base (8 to 12 tons) depending on subgrade; overall expect roughly 10 to 18 tons total depending on depth and whether you replace poor soil.

For a 10x10 patio (100 sq ft) at a 2" finished depth you will need about 1.5 to 2 tons; at 3" expect about 2.5 to 3 tons. Walkways vary, but a 3-foot-wide, 30-foot walkway (90 sq ft) at 2" will need about 1.5 to 2 tons—always round up and allow extra for compaction and waste.

Kansas City has hot, humid summers and freezing winters with freeze-thaw cycles and regular rainfall; angular crushed stone holds up well under freeze-thaw if you use a well-compacted base and good drainage. Expect some seasonal settling and occasional raking or topping up after winter; regular drainage checks reduce mud and frost-heave issues on clay subsoils common in the region.

Contractors usually strip topsoil, install geotextile fabric where needed, place a 4 to 8" compacted native or crushed-stone sub-base, then finish with a 2 to 3" wearing layer of 3/4" or 1/2" crushed stone. They compact with plate compactors or small rollers in multiple passes and may apply edge restraints; installation costs vary, so get local bids for accurate labor and material breakdowns.

Our minimum order nationwide is 3 tons, which applies in Kansas City as well. Materials are delivered by contracted dump truck fleets (typically tri-axle trucks that carry roughly 10 to 16 tons per load); some deliveries are free depending on your location, and next-day delivery may be available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee.

Yes—properly installed stone is excellent for drainage. For soggy spots use an angular, open-graded stone (no fines) over a geotextile fabric, create a positive slope, or install a French drain to move water away; because much of the KC area has clay soils, a deeper stone trench and consistent slope are often necessary to prevent standing water.

Stone is generally less expensive upfront than permeable pavers and offers good drainage and easy maintenance, but it needs periodic topping and regrading. Crushed asphalt can be cheaper for a paved look but may soften in high heat and is less permeable; permeable pavers cost more initially but control stormwater well and last longer with minimal topping—choose based on budget, drainage needs, and desired appearance.

Demand peaks in spring and fall for landscaping and construction, so lead times can lengthen during those seasons; standard delivery generally takes 2 or more business days, with next-day options available for orders placed before noon CST. Winter weather or quarry maintenance can cause temporary shortages, so plan ahead for larger projects.

Identify the use (driveway base, topcoat, drainage, decorative) and pick stone by size and angularity—ask our team if you need help. Check your zip code on Hello Gravel to see local options, use the material calculator to estimate tons, and get a quote to confirm price and delivery date; our team can also advise on base depth and local considerations.

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!

Please fill out the Quote Request form and we will work up a quote for you! https://hellograve3dev.wpengine.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.