Buy Crushed Gravel in Rhode Island

What you pay for crushed gravel in Rhode Island depends on where you are and how much you need. Gravel Monkey prices delivery by ZIP code at checkout, so the same tonnage can cost different amounts in different parts of the state. We deliver from 1 to 40-plus tons in a single dump-truck load to the address you give us.

Crushed gravel is angular stone made by crushing larger rock. It locks together under compaction, which makes it a stable base for driveways, parking areas and building pads. The delivered price includes the material and the trucking, with no yard pickup option.

Crushed gravel sizes available in Rhode Island

Not every size suits every job. The table below shows what each product is not designed for, so you can match the right crushed gravel to your project.

Matching crushed gravel to your project in Rhode Island

The right product depends on the surface you are building and the ground underneath. This table maps common project types to the recommended crushed gravel.

Rhode Island conditions that affect crushed gravel delivery

Annual precipitation across the cities we deliver to in Rhode Island runs from about 49 to 52 inches. That rainfall means the ground stays wet through much of the fall and early spring, so scheduling delivery when the site is dry enough for the truck to get in matters. The state also sees about 105 to 132 days a year below 32 degrees Fahrenheit, depending on location.

Freeze and thaw cycles work on loose material all winter, which is the argument for the deeper first lift. Most of Rhode Island sits in the moderate band for ground freezing, so a base depth of 6 to 8 inches on soft soil helps resist frost heave. The dominant hydrologic soil groups across the served cities are B and A, meaning the soil drains reasonably well. Good drainage reduces the depth of crushed gravel needed compared to heavy clay sites.

Spring road restrictions in Rhode Island can affect heavy truck routing. Gravel Monkey schedules deliveries year-round, and your chosen delivery date must be at least 3 business days after placing the order.

Where we deliver crushed gravel in Rhode Island

Gravel Monkey delivers to addresses across Rhode Island, not only the cities listed here. If you are in one of the communities below, the page linked has delivery details for that location.

• Westerly
• Pawtucket
• Cumberland
• Wakefield
• Coventry
• Narragansett
• North Kingstown
• Tiverton
• Barrington Ri
• Chepachet
• Cranston
• North Smithfield

Estimating how much crushed gravel you need

Tonnage depends on the area you are covering and the depth you need. A 4-inch layer of crushed gravel over a 10-foot by 20-foot area comes to roughly 3 to 4 tons, but every site is different. Use our material calculators to get a tonnage estimate for your project dimensions.

Ordering crushed gravel from Gravel Monkey in Rhode Island

You order crushed gravel online by the ton, and the delivery price is shown by ZIP at checkout. Gravel Monkey brings the load in a dump truck to the address you give us, from 1 to 40-plus tons per order. Free delivery applies on qualifying orders, and first-time customers can use the code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off their first load.

Learn more about the company on our About Gravel Monkey page. Read what customers have said on our Customer reviews page. See how scheduling, site access and the delivery window work on our Delivery information page.

Other building materials we deliver in Rhode Island

Crushed gravel sits alongside other aggregates and landscape products we deliver across the state.

• Crushed Stone - Angular, durable stone for base layers and drainage.
• Driveway Gravel - Blends of crushed stone and fines for drive surfaces.
• Crushed Concrete - Recycled concrete aggregate for subbase and fill.
• Mulch - Shredded bark and dyed mulches for landscaping.
• Fill Dirt - Clean fill for raising grades and backfilling.
• Sand - Concrete sand, masonry sand and bedding sand.

Frequently asked questions about crushed gravel in Rhode Island

Do you deliver crushed gravel everywhere in Rhode Island?

We deliver to addresses across Rhode Island, not only the cities listed on this page. We cover 12 featured cities plus many other locations. If your address is in the state, enter your ZIP at checkout to see delivery availability and pricing.

When can crushed gravel be delivered in Rhode Island?

The delivery date is chosen at checkout and must be at least 3 business days after the order date. You pick a morning window (7 am to 12 pm) or an afternoon window (12 pm to 5 pm). A valid phone number is required to confirm delivery, and you must be available at the site during the chosen window.

How is crushed gravel priced?

Pricing is by the ton, and the delivered cost is calculated based on your ZIP code at checkout. The price shown includes both the material and the delivery. There are no pickup options. Use the calculator to estimate your tonnage before ordering.

What sizes of crushed gravel can I order?

We offer five sizes: 3/8 inch, 3/4 inch, 1 to 1 1/2 inch, 1 1/2 inch, and 2 to 3 inch. Each size has a specific use, from fine topping to deep structural base. See the product table on this page for details.

Start your crushed gravel order in Rhode Island

Not sure how many tons you need? Use the material calculators to estimate, then place your order online. For more about delivery options and the areas we serve, visit the Rhode Island hub page.