Our gravel delivery process is transparent and straightforward, with clear steps from your initial quote to final drop-off. Below is what you can expect when ordering gravel delivery for your project. 

Step 1: Request a Quote with Project Details 

Please contact our team at Quality Landscaping Supplies with your project information, including the project type (e.g., driveway, drainage, patio), location, and the approximate area to be covered. Providing a simple length × width × depth estimate in feet or metres allows us to accurately calculate the required cubic yards or tonnage.   

Quotes typically include material cost, delivery fees, and any applicable surcharges for long distances or limited access. We offer fast, no-obligation quotes so you can plan your budget with confidence. 

Step 2: Choose Your Gravel Type and Quantity 

Our knowledgeable staff will help match the appropriate gravel type to your project needs using the product options outlined above. Coverage charts make quantity selection simple—for example, one cubic yard covers approximately 100 square feet at a depth of 3 inches. 

We recommend rounding up slightly to avoid running short partway through your project. Ordering a small amount of extra material is far more cost-effective than scheduling a second delivery for a few remaining wheelbarrow loads. 

Step 3: Schedule Delivery Day and Time Window 

Once your order is confirmed, delivery is scheduled at a time that suits you best. Next-day delivery is often available for in-stock products, with most orders delivered within 2–3 business days.  

You can choose a morning or afternoon delivery window based on your schedule. A call or text notification is provided when the truck is on the way, so you know exactly when to expect arrival. When possible, plan deliveries around weather conditions—especially for base preparation and new driveways, which benefit from dry conditions. 

Step 4: Prepare Your Property for the Delivery 

A small amount of preparation helps ensure a smooth delivery. Before the truck arrives, clear the driveway of vehicles, mark the drop location with a tarp or cones, unlock the gates, and secure pets.  

Confirm access requirements, including sufficient width and height clearance, firm ground capable of supporting a loaded truck, and safe overhead clearance from wires or tree branches. Drivers cannot safely navigate soft lawns or steep slopes, as they may risk getting stuck or causing property damage. 

Step 5: Delivery, Drop-Off & Tailgate Spreading 

When the truck arrives, the driver will confirm the material and placement location with a brief walkthrough. This is the best opportunity to review the product and make any final adjustments before dumping. 

Delivery options may include a single pile, multiple smaller piles along a driveway, or light tailgate spreading where conditions allow. Being on site during delivery helps ensure materials are placed exactly where you want them. 

Step 6: After Delivery – Spreading & Compaction Tips 

Have your tools ready, including a wheelbarrow, landscape rake, shovel, and a plate compactor or hand tamper for structural areas. These tools make spreading and finishing the material much easier. 

Spread gravel in thin layers of 2–3 inches, compacting between lifts for driveways and base layers. Light watering after spreading helps fines settle and locks the material together, creating a stable, finished surface.