Crushed Gravel ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Bloomingdale address and unloads right where you point.
Contractors order crushed gravel by the truckload for drives and pads, while homeowners often need a single layer for a shed base or path. Bloomingdale gets about 51 inches of precipitation a year, so drainage planning matters for either type of project.
Choosing the right size and depth keeps the surface stable through the wet season. The material is angular and locks together well, which makes it a strong choice for load-bearing work.
Crushed gravel comes in several sizes, each best suited for a different layer or load. The table below shows the options available from Gravel Monkey.
| Product | Use | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8" Crushed Gravel | Fine compacting layer | Works as a top coat for paths and under pavers. |
| 3/4" Crushed Gravel | The workhorse size for base and drives | Most common choice for driveways and parking areas. |
| 1" - 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | Structural base under heavy loads | Used under concrete slabs and equipment pads. |
| 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | First lift over soft subgrade | Provides a stable working platform in wet areas. |
| 2"-3" Crushed Gravel | Mud control and deep fill | Best for building up access roads over soft ground. |
Every project starts with the ground condition. The table below matches typical tasks to the right product and depth.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Farm and site access road | 2"-3" Crushed Gravel then 3/4" Crushed Gravel | 18 inches total, compacted in lifts |
| Trench backfill | 3/4" Crushed Gravel | Fill to 6 inches below grade |
| Compacted base | 3/4" Crushed Gravel or 1" - 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | 6 to 8 inches, compacted |
| Shed or slab pad | 3/8" Crushed Gravel for top, 3/4" for base | 4 inches base, 2 inches top |
| Soft or muddy subgrade | 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | 12 to 18 inches as first lift |
Without a hard freeze to lift the surface, drainage and washout are what decide how long the material lasts. Bloomingdale sees about 21 days a year below 32F, so frost heave is not a major concern. That means you can use a thinner base than in colder climates, but the high rainfall changes the equation.
The area gets roughly 71 wet days a year, which can leave the ground soft for days at a time. Scheduling the delivery onto firm ground becomes important so the truck does not rut the site. Soils mapped around Bloomingdale are commonly poorly drained, so more base stone under the surface layer is often needed to keep the gravel from sinking into the subgrade.
Ground water behavior here depends on drainage. Where the soil is drained, it takes water in slowly and sheds a fair amount across the surface. Where it is not drained, most rain runs off. Either way, drainage and a deeper base matter more here than in drier or sandier areas.
Estimating tonnage starts with the area and depth. A 3-inch layer over 100 square feet takes about half a ton of 3/4" crushed gravel. Use the Gravel Monkey material calculators to get a precise figure for your driveway, pad, or path.
Buying is simple: order online by the ton, enter your Bloomingdale ZIP at checkout for a delivery price, and a dump truck brings the load to your address. Loads run from 1 to 40 tons, and qualifying orders get free delivery. First-time buyers save $50 with code FIRSTTIMER50.
You choose a morning or afternoon window. The lead time is at least 3 business days. Learn more about how it works on the About Gravel Monkey page. See what other customers say on Customer reviews. Full policies are on the Delivery information page.
Crushed gravel works well alone, but for some jobs you might want a companion material.
Delivery cost is calculated by your ZIP code at checkout. Bloomingdale has about 3,119 residents, and our network covers the area well. The price includes hauling to your address and dumping the load.
Yes. Soils in the Bloomingdale area are commonly poorly drained, which means the subgrade can hold moisture. You may need a deeper base layer of 1 1/2" or 2"-3" crushed gravel to keep the surface from settling.
Yes, we serve both. Contractors order multiple loads for large projects, and homeowners order one or two tons for smaller jobs. The same online ordering process works for any customer.
Crushed gravel is sold by the ton. Loads range from 1 ton to over 40 tons. You can enter your project dimensions into the material calculator to convert cubic yards to tons before ordering.
Order online and a dump truck delivers to your driveway or job site. Check the Bloomingdale hub for more local info and other materials.
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See the delivered price for your address and order crushed gravel by the ton online. Loads run from 1 to over 40 tons, with free delivery on qualifying orders.
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