Sand ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Mc Arthur address and unloads right where you point.
Spring and early summer are the busiest times for sand delivery in Mc Arthur. Mc Arthur gets about 43 inches of precipitation a year, so drainage should drive material choices from the start.
Getting the right grade saves rework. The wrong sand can wash out, settle unevenly, or fail to compact. This page compares the sizes available, links each one to a typical job, and explains how to order by the ton.
The most common order here is Mason Sand for block work, walkways and fine leveling. Two alternatives handle specific uses where a coarser or cleaner product is better.
| Product | Use | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Mason Sand | Mortar, paver joints, fine leveling | Washes through a fine screen; good for smooth finish work. |
| Washed Sand | Concrete work and clean fill | Rinsed to remove fines; compactible for structural layers. |
| Playground Sand | Play areas and sandboxes | Screened and free of sharp edges; safe for kids. |
Match the project to the product and the recommended depth. The table below is a starting point; actual depths depend on base preparation and load.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Pool base | Mason Sand | 2 to 3 inches under the liner |
| Paver leveling course | Mason Sand | 1 inch compacted; keep even |
| Pipe bedding | Washed Sand | 4 to 6 inches under the pipe |
| Mortar and masonry | Mason Sand | Fine grain mixes well with cement |
| Sandbox or play area | Playground Sand | 6 to 12 inches for safety depth |
Mc Arthur gets about 43 inches of precipitation a year. That much water can wash fine sand out of joints or cause a thin base layer to settle. A deeper drainage layer under the sand copes with the runoff.
Ground around Mc Arthur is in hydrologic group C, which means it takes water in slowly and sheds a fair amount across the surface. A deeper drainage layer under the surface earns its place because water moves across the soil rather than soaking in.
About 124 days a year drop below freezing. Freeze and thaw cycles work on loose material all winter, which is the argument for the deeper first lift. Annual snowfall around 18 inches can cause plowing damage to a loose surface if the top sand is not stable.
Sand is sold by the ton, and the volume you need depends on the area and depth. Use our sand calculator to convert square footage into tons. Enter your project dimensions and the depth from the table above, and it tells you how many tons to order.
You order online by the ton, and the delivered price is calculated by your ZIP code at checkout. A dump truck brings the load to your address in Mc Arthur. Lead time is at least 3 business days; you choose a morning or afternoon window. A valid phone number is needed to confirm the delivery.
You get an email confirmation, then a second email closer to the date with the window and a photo of the material being loaded. Delivery goes ahead only after you approve that second email. Someone must be at the site during the window. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off your first order.
Learn more about how the whole process works on the About Gravel Monkey page. See what customers say on our customer reviews page, and read the fine print on our delivery information page.
Most Mc Arthur orders that include sand also include one of these materials. They are delivered in the same truck or as a separate load.
Yes, it is. Mc Arthur gets about 43 inches of precipitation a year, and the soil in the area takes water in slowly, so sand used for leveling or fill needs a drainage layer underneath to stop it from washing out or settling unevenly.
Yes. About 124 days a year drop below 32F, so the ground freezes and thaws repeatedly. A deeper base under the sand resists movement from these cycles and protects against frost heave in paved surfaces.
Yes, Gravel Monkey delivers to both residential and commercial addresses. You enter the delivery address at checkout, and the system calculates pricing for any location within the service area.
Use Mason Sand for paver joints and leveling. Its fine grains fill gaps tightly and compact into a stable bed. Washed Sand is not recommended because it is coarser and leaves voids that let pavers shift.
Knowing how many tons you need is the first step. Use the sand calculator linked above, then go to the Mc Arthur city hub to place your order. Choose your product and delivery window, and the truck will bring it to your site.
We also deliver sand to nearby areas.
See the delivered price for your address and order sand by the ton online. Loads run from 1 to over 40 tons, with free delivery on qualifying orders.
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