Buy Crushed Stone in Portales, New Mexico

Portales gets about 17 inches of precipitation a year, which means drainage and washout are real concerns for any stone surface. Getting the right crushed stone size and base depth keeps the material in place and the water moving away from your work.

Whether you are grading a pad, building a driveway or bedding a patio, the delivered price at checkout tells you exactly what the load costs before you place the order.

Crushed Stone Sizes Available for Portales Delivery

The most asked-for product in Portales is 3/4" crushed stone because it works as both a base and a drainage layer. The table below lists every size we deliver, what each one is for, and a quick note on how to use it.

Which Crushed Stone to Use for Five Common Portales Jobs

Each project needs a specific stone size and a minimum depth. Use this table to match your application to the right product and base thickness.

How Portales Weather Affects Your Crushed Stone Job

Portales averages about 32 wet days a year, which matters for scheduling the delivery onto firm ground. Loose stone placed on saturated soil can pump into the base and require a thicker lift to compensate.

About 104 days a year drop below freezing. That freeze-thaw cycle works on a loose surface all winter, which is the argument for the deeper first lift. The frost depth here is real but moderate, so the base layer needs enough depth to stay stable when the ground moves. About 11 inches of snowfall each year can also cause plowing damage to a loose stone surface, so a compacted top course helps.

Soils mapped in the Portales area are commonly well drained. More or less base stone may be needed depending on the actual site conditions. The ground around Portales takes in water at a moderate rate, so the standard base depth is usually enough for most residential and light commercial work.

Estimating How Much Crushed Stone You Need for Your Portales Project

Crushed stone is sold by the ton, and the tonnage depends on the volume you need and the specific gravity of the material. Measure the length and width in feet, decide the depth in inches, then use our crushed stone calculator to convert that volume into tons for the size you picked. It works for any product on this page and updates the price at checkout.

Ordering Crushed Stone from Gravel Monkey for Portales Delivery

Ordering is done online by the ton. Enter your Portales ZIP code at checkout to see the delivered price. A dump truck brings the load to your address, and loads range from 1 to more than 40 tons depending on the product and your location.

Qualifying orders get free delivery. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout to save $50 on your first order. Choose a delivery window at checkout: morning from 7 am to 12 pm or afternoon from 12 pm to 5 pm. The delivery date must be at least 3 business days after the order date.

You get an email confirmation when you order, 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. A valid phone number is required, and someone must be available during the window to accept the load. For more details, see our delivery information page. Learn more about Gravel Monkey and check customer reviews.

Other Materials to Pair with Crushed Stone in Portales

Many Portales jobs need more than one bulk material. The following products are often ordered alongside crushed stone for a complete project.

• Walkway Gravel - Decorative surface layer over a crushed stone base for paths and patios.
• Sand - Used as a leveling bed over crushed stone before placing pavers or a concrete slab.
• Fill Dirt - For raising grade before the crushed stone base goes down on low spots.
• Crushed Gravel - Similar angular material with different parent rock and grading, often used where color variation is acceptable.
• Driveway Gravel - A blended surface material that works on top of a crushed stone base for a finished drivable surface.
• Crushed Concrete - A recycled alternative for base layers where fresh stone is not required.

Frequently Asked Questions About Crushed Stone Delivery in Portales

Do you deliver crushed stone to Portales and the surrounding area?

Yes, we deliver crushed stone to Portales and the entire region, including Roosevelt County. The truck comes to your address, and you choose the delivery window at checkout. Portales averages about 17 inches of precipitation a year, so we recommend scheduling delivery onto firm, dry ground to avoid the truck sinking in wet conditions.

How much does crushed stone delivery cost in Portales?

The delivered price is calculated at checkout based on your ZIP code and the quantity ordered. There are no hidden fees. About 32 days a year in Portales bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain, which can affect access for the delivery truck; choosing a dry window keeps the process smooth.

How is crushed stone measured and sold?

Crushed stone is sold by the ton. The calculator on our site converts your length, width and depth into the number of tons you need. Prices are per ton, and the total is shown at checkout.

Do you take orders from businesses as well as homeowners?

Yes, we take orders from contractors, landscapers, municipalities and homeowners. The same online ordering process applies, and volume discounts may be available for larger loads.

Get Your Delivered Price for Crushed Stone in Portales

Enter your delivery address and the size you need on our Portales page to see the total cost before you commit. The price includes delivery by dump truck to your site. Start your order at the Portales hub.

We also deliver crushed stone to nearby towns and cities in the area.

• Clovis
• Farwell
• Bovina
• Muleshoe
• Morton
• Friona