Gravel Delivery in Modesto, CA: Coverage and Materials
MyGravelBuddy Modesto delivers crushed stone, gravel, topsoil, sand, and mulch throughout Modesto, CA and surrounding areas. Typical delivery Mon-Sat.
Gravel Delivery in Modesto, California
Gravel delivery reaches Modesto, California from MyGravelBuddy, dropping stone, soil and mulch straight at driveways, side yards and job sites across the city. Ten materials ship here. Most are priced by the ton. Among our material options, mulch stands out as the only one priced and sold by the cubic yard. Enter your ZIP code on any material page for an exact delivered total, since pricing runs from the yard nearest Modesto rather than a flat citywide rate. About 220,000 people live in the city, which sits in California's Central Valley between Stockton and the Sierra Nevada foothills.
- #57 Crushed Stone. Angular, three quarter inch crushed stone that locks in place under gravel driveways and behind retaining walls. #57 Crushed Stone
- Pea Gravel. Smooth, rounded stone in a soft gray blend, popular for walkways, fire pits and drainage beds around Modesto homes. Pea Gravel
- River Rock. Larger rounded stone used for dry creek beds, drainage channels and landscape borders that need to handle valley runoff. River Rock
- Premium Screened Topsoil. Screened loam free of clumps and debris, ready for new lawns, raised beds and garden expansions. Premium Screened Topsoil
- Mulch. Shredded bark mulch, sold by the cubic yard, that holds moisture around trees and garden beds through hot valley summers. Mulch
- Crushed Concrete. Recycled crushed concrete that compacts hard for driveway base and equipment pads, a budget friendly alternative to virgin stone. Crushed Concrete
- Asphalt Millings. Reclaimed asphalt millings that pack into a firm, low dust surface for driveways, parking areas and farm lanes. Asphalt Millings
- Road Base. A compactable blend of crushed rock and fines used under slabs, sheds and driveways that need a stable foundation. Road Base
- Driveway Gravel. A ready mix sized and graded specifically for resurfacing long rural driveways common around Modesto. Driveway Gravel
- Walkway Gravel. A smaller, foot friendly gradation for garden paths, side yards and areas where oversized stone gets in the way. Walkway Gravel
Delivery Radius, Lead Time and Coverage Near Modesto
MyGravelBuddy delivers within 35 miles of Modesto, which covers most of the surrounding Stanislaus County towns and a good stretch of farmland in between. Lead time on a standard order runs 24 to 48 hours from when you place it. Nearby cities inside that radius include:
- Turlock, about 13 miles away
- Tracy, about 25 miles away
- Stockton, about 27 miles away
Homeowners and contractors in any of these areas can order the same materials on this page, with delivered pricing calculated for their own ZIP code. For deliveries beyond Modesto, see delivery across California.
Minimum Orders and How Material Gets Placed
Every ton material has a two ton minimum order in Modesto. Mulch, the only cubic yard product, has a two cubic yard minimum instead. Below that minimum, a material page will not generate a delivered price for your ZIP code. On delivery day, the driver drops the load where you point, usually a driveway, side yard or a cleared spot near the work area with room for the truck to back in.
Materials Homeowners and Contractors Order Most
and Road Base are common picks for resurfacing long rural driveways and building a stable base under sheds or slabs. #57 Crushed Stone show up often on drainage and paving jobs, since both compact hard under weight. Pea Gravel get used for paths, patios and fire pit surrounds, while River Rock fills dry creek beds and drainage runs along property lines. For softer landscaping, Premium Screened Topsoil goes into new lawns and raised beds, and Mulch finishes off planting beds and tree rings.
Central Valley Conditions That Affect Your Delivery
Modesto sits in California's Central Valley, where summers run hot and dry and winter rain can turn low spots to mud for a day or two after a storm. Many yards here have heavy clay soil that drains slowly, which is why compacted Road Base or Crushed Concrete often goes down before a patio, shed pad or parking area. Older neighborhoods near downtown tend to have narrower driveways and less room to stage material, so a clear path for the truck matters more than it does on the acreage lots at the edge of town.
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Materials available in Modesto
Price by ZIP- Size3/4 - 1″
- Density2700 lb/yd³
- ColorGray
Price by ZIP- Size1/4 - 3/8″
- Density2800 lb/yd³
- ColorTan / mixed
Price by ZIP- Size1 - 3″
- Density2700 lb/yd³
- ColorMixed natural
Price by ZIP- SizeScreened, no size grade
- Density2200 lb/yd³
- ColorDark brown
Price by ZIP- SizeDense-graded, varies
- Density2850 lb/yd³
- ColorGray
Price by ZIP- SizeDense-graded, varies
- Density2400 lb/yd³
- ColorBlack
Price by ZIP- SizeDense-graded, varies
- Density2500 lb/yd³
- ColorGray / white
Price by ZIP- Density800 lb/yd³
- ColorBrown, black, red
Common gravel projects in Modesto
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Where we deliver in Modesto
Our service radius from Modesto, CA covers the metro area and nearby outlying neighborhoods. Outside the marked area, send your ZIP and we will quote the haul.
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How much does gravel delivery cost in Modesto?
There is no flat citywide price. Each material page shows a delivered total once you enter your ZIP code, and that figure already includes the drive out to your address. Pricing depends on the material, how many tons or cubic yards you order, and where in the Modesto area you are located. Contractors ordering a full load see the same kind of ZIP based quote as a homeowner ordering a smaller amount.
How fast can I get gravel delivered in Modesto?
Most orders placed for a Modesto address arrive within 24 to 48 hours. That window covers loading, routing and driving out to your ZIP code, so weekday orders placed in the morning often land on the early end of that range. Larger contractor orders or unusual access situations can push delivery toward the longer end, so it helps to describe your site when you place the order.
How far outside Modesto will you deliver?
Delivery covers roughly 35 miles out from Modesto, which reaches well into Stanislaus County and the farmland surrounding the city. Addresses right on the edge of that radius still get the same ten materials and the same ZIP based pricing as a delivery inside the city limits. If your address falls outside the radius, the material page will let you know when you enter your ZIP code.
Do you deliver to Turlock or Stockton from Modesto?
Yes. Turlock sits about 13 miles from Modesto, Tracy is roughly 25 miles away, and Stockton is about 27 miles out, all inside the standard delivery radius. Homeowners and contractors in those cities order the same materials shown on this page, and pricing is calculated for their own ZIP code rather than borrowed from a Modesto rate.
Is there a minimum order for gravel delivery in Modesto?
Yes. Most materials carry a two ton minimum per order. Mulch works differently, with a two cubic yard minimum since it sells by the cubic yard. Below the minimum for a given material, the ZIP based pricing tool on that page will not generate a delivered total, so small orders may need to wait for a bigger project.
Why does mulch cost differently than stone or gravel?
Stone, gravel, topsoil and the other solid materials on this page are sold by the ton, which reflects how heavy and dense they are. Mulch is far lighter and bulkier for its size, so it is measured and priced by the cubic yard instead. That is a difference in how each material is measured, not a sign that one product costs more or less than another for a given job.
What materials can I get delivered in Modesto?
MyGravelBuddy delivers ten materials to the Modesto area: number 57 crushed stone, pea gravel, river rock, premium screened topsoil, mulch, crushed concrete, asphalt millings, road base, driveway gravel and walkway gravel. Each one has its own page with delivered pricing for your ZIP code, along with details on what it is best suited for. Contractors and homeowners can mix and match materials across separate orders as a project needs them.
Is Modesto delivery part of a larger service area?
Yes. Modesto sits within the Stockton metro area, and delivery routes already cover that wider region, not just the city itself. That is part of why the standard 35 mile radius reaches towns like Turlock and Tracy without any special routing. If you are just outside Modesto but still inside that metro area, you can expect the same materials and the same ZIP based pricing as an address in the city.