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







Matthews projects typically need gravel or rock by the ton, not the bag. A standard driveway or path can take several tons of material, and ordering by the ton lets you cover more area for the same truck trip.
Matthews gets about 45 inches of precipitation a year, so drainage and washout planning matter. Choosing the right base and surface material helps keep your project stable through the wetter months.
We stock seven common gravel and rock sizes and types. Each one serves a specific purpose, from compacting base to decorative cover. The table below shows what each product does and where it works best.
| Product | Best for | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8" Natural Pea Gravel | play areas, patios | Rounded and smooth underfoot. |
| River Rock | beds, borders, dry creek beds | Natural stone in various sizes. |
| 2-4" River Rock | larger decorative cover, erosion control | Bigger stones stay put on slopes. |
| Drain Rock | French drains, dry wells | Clean stone for water flow. |
| Decomposed Granite | paths, patios that compact firm | Loose at first, then hardens. |
| Crusher Run | compacting base under everything | Contains fines for a solid base. |
| Road Base | lanes and pads that carry trucks | Heavy-duty for vehicle traffic. |
The project you are doing decides the material. This table pairs typical jobs with the right gravel or rock.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| French drain | Drain Rock | 8 to 12 inches deep, wrapped in fabric. |
| Erosion control on a slope | 2-4" River Rock | 4 to 6 inches thick on a 2-to-1 slope. |
| Landscape beds | River Rock or 3/8" Natural Pea Gravel | 2 to 3 inches deep over weed barrier. |
| Path that stays firm | Decomposed Granite | 3 to 4 inches compacted over crusher run. |
| Dry creek bed | River Rock and 2-4" River Rock | Mix sizes for a natural look. |
Work can run most of the year in this climate, which makes scheduling the delivery the easy part. Matthews sees about 73 days a year with at least a tenth of an inch of rain, so scheduling the delivery onto firm ground is important. Wet ground can sink a loaded truck or make spreading difficult.
Freezing temperatures occur about 65 days a year below 32F. That affects the work window and how much the ground moves during freeze-thaw cycles. Snowfall averages about 3 inches a year, which matters if the surface will be plowed. Plowing can shift loose gravel and damage the surface.
Soils mapped in the Matthews area are commonly well drained. That means the ground tends to let water move through, which can require more or less base stone under the surface layer. The moderate infiltration rate in this area means a standard base depth is usually enough for most projects.
To figure out how many tons you need, measure the area in square feet and multiply by the depth in inches, then use our material calculators to convert that volume to weight. The calculators account for the density of each product, so you get an accurate tonnage for your Matthews delivery.
You order online by the ton, and delivery is priced by your ZIP code at checkout. A dump truck brings the load to your address, and you can get 1 to over 40 tons in a single delivery. Qualifying orders get free delivery.
Use code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout to save $50 on your first order. Choose a delivery window at checkout: morning 7 am to 12 pm or afternoon 12 pm to 5 pm. The delivery date must be at least 3 business days after the order date.
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Yes, we deliver to Matthews and all nearby areas in Mecklenburg County. Ground freezing in Matthews is not a significant factor, so the base layer depth can be standard for most projects.
The delivered price depends on the material you choose and your ZIP code. The soil water behavior in the Matthews area means standard base depths work well, which can affect the total material needed. You see the total at checkout before you confirm.
No. You or someone you nominate must be at the site during the delivery window. The driver needs a person to direct where to dump the load and to confirm the delivery. Absence can result in a redelivery fee.
The main difference is the diameter of the individual stones. Smaller sizes like pea gravel work well underfoot and in play areas. Larger sizes like 2-4 inch river rock hold in place on slopes and in drainage applications. Each size suits a different job, and the product table on this page can help you choose.
Ordering bulk gravel and rock in Matthews is simple. Choose your product online, enter your ZIP for delivery pricing, and pick a delivery window. The truck arrives during that window and drops the material where you mark.
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See the delivered price for your address and order gravel & rock by the ton online. Loads run from 1 to over 40 tons, with free delivery on qualifying orders.
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