Buy Crushed Stone in Moretown, Vermont

Moretown gets about 45 inches of precipitation a year. Drainage and washout planning matter when you put in a crushed stone base.

Crushed stone's angular shape locks together to spread loads, and its open structure lets water pass through instead of pooling. That makes it useful for everything from driveways to French drains.

Crushed Stone Sizes Available for Moretown Projects

The most ordered crushed stone size for Moretown jobs is 3/4" Crushed Stone. It works as a base layer under driveways and patios because it compacts firmly and drains. For other jobs, different sizes give better results. The table below shows what each product does.

Matching the Right Crushed Stone to Your Moretown Job

Choosing the right crushed stone starts with your project. The table below links common jobs in Moretown to the recommended product and a typical depth or placement note.

How Moretown Weather and Soil Affect Your Crushed Stone Base

Ground around Moretown is in hydrologic group C, which means it takes water in slowly and sheds a fair amount across the surface. That behavior calls for a deeper drainage layer to keep water away from the base of your project.

About 95 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain. Scheduling the delivery onto firm ground is easier when you pick a dry stretch. Snowfall averages 118 inches a year, so plowing can damage a loose surface if the stone is not compacted and topped with a finer layer.

Roughly 169 days a year drop below 32F, and ground freezing here is deep and long. That freeze-thaw cycle can shift a base that is not thick enough. Hard freezes shape the calendar here, so base work is easier to get right from late spring through fall.

Estimating How Much Crushed Stone You Need

The volume of crushed stone your project needs depends on the area and depth. Use our crushed stone calculator to enter your dimensions and get a tonnage estimate in seconds.

Order Crushed Stone Delivery in Moretown from Gravel Monkey

Ordering crushed stone from Gravel Monkey is done entirely online. You choose the product and quantity by the ton, enter your Moretown delivery address, and the price appears at checkout based on your ZIP code. Delivery is by dump truck in loads from 1 to over 40 tons, and free delivery is available on qualifying orders. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout to save $50 on your first order.

Delivery dates are set at checkout and must be at least 3 business days after the order date. You choose a morning or afternoon window. You get an email confirmation, then a second email closer to the date with the scheduled window and a photo of the material being loaded. Delivery goes ahead only after you approve that second email. Someone must be available at the site during the delivery window. Read more on our About Gravel Monkey page, check customer reviews, and see full delivery information for details on access, fees and policies.

Other Bulk Materials for Your Moretown Job

• Sand, Use as a bedding layer over crushed stone for pavers.
• Walkway Gravel, A smaller, more decorative top layer over a crushed stone base.
• Mulch, Put on top of landscape fabric over crushed stone for weed control.
• Crushed Gravel, Similar to crushed stone but with rounded edges; compare grading before ordering.
• Driveway Gravel, A blend that includes fines for better compaction on top of a crushed stone base.
• Crushed Concrete, A recycled alternative for subbase where crushed stone is the primary spec.

Frequently Asked Questions About Crushed Stone

How many tons of crushed stone do I need for my project?

The number of tons depends on the area and depth of your project. Use our crushed stone calculator to get a precise estimate. Because Moretown gets about 45 inches of precipitation a year, a thicker drainage layer is often needed, which means more tons.

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

Yes, we deliver crushed stone to Moretown and the rest of Washington County. In 2024, Washington County permitted about 149 single-family homes, many of which used crushed stone for foundations and driveways.

What is the difference between the sizes you stock?

Each size serves a different purpose. Smaller stones like 3/8" and #8 are for tight fills and leveling. Medium sizes like 3/4" and #57 are all-purpose base. Larger stones like 2"-3" handle heavy erosion and deep fill.

How is crushed stone measured and sold?

Crushed stone is sold by the ton. The weight per cubic yard varies by stone density, so the calculator converts your dimensions to tons. You order in whole or partial tons.

Get Your Crushed Stone Delivered to Moretown

The right crushed stone starts with knowing how much you need. Use our calculator to find your tonnage, then choose your delivery date. Visit the Moretown page for all available materials.

We also deliver crushed stone to nearby towns.

• Montpelier
• Waitsfield
• Barre
• Stowe
• Hinesburg
• Morrisville
• Williston
• Hardwick
• Essex
• Shelburne