Gravel & Rock ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Brewer address and unloads right where you point.







Gravel and rock come in sizes that change how the material behaves: small angular stone compacts firm, larger rounded stone stays loose and drains. Choosing the right size for the job saves time and avoids rework.
Brewer gets about 48 inches of precipitation a year, so drainage matters early in the design. A well-graded base and a top layer that sheds water keep the surface stable through wet seasons.
Crusher Run is the most ordered product here because it compacts into a rigid base under almost any surface. The table below lists every size stocked and what each one does best.
| Product | Best for | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8" Natural Pea Gravel | Play areas, patios | Rounded and smooth underfoot. |
| River Rock | Beds, borders, dry creek beds | Washes clean and stays in place. |
| 2-4" River Rock | Larger decorative cover and erosion control | Holds slopes and adds visual weight. |
| Drain Rock | French drains and dry wells | Clean, angled stone that lets water through. |
| Decomposed Granite | Paths and patios that compact firm | Dust binds the particles into a hard surface. |
| Crusher Run | Compacting base under everything | Includes fines that lock the stone together. |
| Road Base | Lanes and pads that carry trucks | Heavy-duty blend for vehicle loads. |
Five common Brewer projects, the product that suits each, and the depth you will typically need.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| French drain | Drain Rock | 12 to 18 inches wide, filled clean. |
| Landscape beds | River Rock | 2 to 3 inches deep, no fabric necessary if the base is firm. |
| Path that stays firm | Decomposed Granite | 3 inches compacted wet. |
| Dry creek bed | River Rock | 4 to 6 inches deep, layered with larger stone at the bottom. |
| Erosion control on a slope | 2-4" River Rock | 6 to 8 inches thick, keyed into the slope. |
Brewer sits in Penobscot County, a mix of rural lanes and in-town lots. The ground around here takes water in slowly, shedding a fair amount across the surface, so a deeper drainage layer earns its place. About 75 inches of snow fall each year, and plowing can damage a loose surface if the top layer is not compacted or thick enough.
Over 162 days a year drop below freezing. Ground that freezes deep moves as it thaws, which is why the base layer matters more here than the top layer. The frost line is deep and long, so the base needs extra depth to stay stable through freeze-thaw cycles. Penobscot County permitted about 367 single-family homes in 2024, meaning many new driveways and pads are being designed right now.
Scheduling the delivery onto firm ground matters in Brewer, with about 87 wet days a year. A dry site keeps the truck from rutting the lawn and lets the material spread evenly.
Measure the length and width of the area in feet, multiply by the planned depth in feet, then divide by 27 to get cubic yards. Multiply that by the material density, typically 1.4 tons per cubic yard for most gravels. For a precise figure, use our material calculators that factor in the product you are ordering.
Ordering is straightforward. Choose your gravel or rock by the ton online, and the system shows the delivered price for your Brewer ZIP code at checkout. Loads range from 1 to 40+ tons, with free delivery on qualifying orders. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off your first order.
At checkout you select a delivery window: morning 7 am to 12 pm or afternoon 12 pm to 5 pm. You receive an email confirmation, then a second email closer to the date with the scheduled window and a photo of the material being loaded. Delivery only goes ahead once you approve that second email. Someone must be at the site during the window. Learn more on our About Gravel Monkey page, check Customer reviews, or see full Delivery information.
Many buyers add one of these materials to the same order.
The tonnage depends on the area and depth. With the deep frost line in Brewer, the base layer may need to be thicker than in milder climates, so plan for extra depth. Use our material calculators to get an estimate based on your measurements and the product you choose.
Delivery cost is calculated at checkout based on your ZIP code and the tonnage. Brewer has about 87 wet days a year, so scheduling the delivery onto firm ground is important. You choose a morning or afternoon window when you order.
Landscape fabric helps suppress weeds under decorative rock. It is not needed under a compacted base layer like crusher run, where compaction and thickness block weeds naturally.
Yes. Smaller angular stones like decomposed granite and crusher run lock together tightly and compact into a firm surface. Larger round stones like river rock do not compact well and are better for decorative uses where drainage and appearance matter.
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