Crushed Stone Delivery in Bergen County, NJ
Bulk crushed stone delivered in Bergen County, NJ. Stone size varies. Gray color.
From $99.00/ton delivered, free delivery on full loads
Crushed Stone in Bergen County, NJ
Bergen County sits in the northeast corner of New Jersey, close to New York and folded into the wider New York City metro area, with Westchester County and Long Island just across the water. Crushed stone delivery in Bergen County, NJ serves one of the state's most densely built suburban counties, where lots run small and driveways run narrow. Contractors and homeowners here use crushed stone as a base layer under pavers, a top dressing for driveways, and fill for drainage work where a hard, angular stone holds its shape under weight. MyGravelBuddy delivers the material by the ton, priced by ZIP code, with no loading or hauling required on your end.
Best Uses for Crushed Stone in Bergen County
Crushed stone earns its keep on small suburban lots because it compacts hard and stays put under regular foot and vehicle traffic. On the older, tighter properties common across the county, a hard-wearing base material also cuts down on the mud and rutting that loose fill can leave behind after a heavy rain. Common jobs in Bergen County include:
- Driveway base and top layer for daily vehicle traffic
- Drainage backfill around foundations and downspouts
- A firm base under pavers, sheds and patios
- Erosion control along slopes and property edges
Because Bergen County properties are often close together, crushed stone is also a practical choice where a clean, defined edge matters, such as along a shared driveway or a narrow side yard.
How Much Crushed Stone You Need
Most driveway and drainage projects in Bergen County need somewhere between a few tons for a short walkway and well past ten tons for a full driveway resurface, depending on the footprint and depth you are covering. Use our crushed stone calculator to enter your measurements and get a ton estimate before you order, so the truck brings the right amount the first time.
Delivery and Lead Times in Bergen County
Orders of 3 tons or more ship in 1 to 2 business days. Step up to 8 tons or more and delivery moves to same day or next day. At 15 tons or more, the bulk rate applies and delivery is included at no extra charge. Trucks deliver straight to your driveway or job site, so confirm a spot with clear overhead access before your window arrives.
Pricing Notes for Crushed Stone
Crushed stone is sold by the ton, and the rate drops as the order size grows. Orders of 3 tons or more run $212 per ton, an 8 ton order brings that down to $124 per ton, and 15 tons or more reaches $99 per ton, the lowest rate available for this material in Bergen County. Larger orders cost less per ton and tend to qualify for faster or free delivery.
Ordering Crushed Stone in Bergen County, NJ
Enter your ZIP code to see delivered pricing and available delivery windows for your address. To compare other stone products sold across the state, browse Crushed Stone in New Jersey. Place your order online and a truck delivers your crushed stone directly, with no minimum haul or pickup required on your part. Have the delivery spot cleared and ready before your window opens, since a heavy truck needs solid, level ground to tip a load safely.
About Crushed Stone
Crushed stone is an angular, gray aggregate produced by breaking larger stone down and screening it into a graded mix of sizes rather than one uniform size. Because the fragments are angular rather than rounded, the pieces lock together under compaction instead of rolling or shifting the way rounded gravel does. That interlock makes it a dependable base layer under driveways, patios and paver walkways, and a solid fill for drainage trenches, French drains and backfill around foundations where water needs a clear path to move through.
One cubic yard of crushed stone weighs roughly 2,700 pounds, so a load that looks modest in volume still carries real weight, which is part of why it is sold and delivered by the ton rather than measured by the yard. In Bergen County, crushed stone holds up well under regular vehicle traffic and repeated freeze and thaw cycles, and it drains faster than finer material, so water does not pool against foundations or under pavement. It compacts firmly with a plate compactor or repeated vehicle traffic and resists rutting better than loose sand or unscreened fill.
What Crushed Stone costs in Bergen County
In the Bergen County market, crushed stone is sold by the ton and priced at the gate before delivery is added on. Pricing in Bergen County starts at $99 per ton on full-truck loads, which works out to roughly $134 per cubic yard at the typical density of 2700 lb per yard. One ton covers about 80 sq ft at a 3 inch finished depth, so a 400 sq ft driveway pad runs roughly 5 tons.
How crews use Crushed Stone in Bergen County
Crews working out of Bergen County tend to call for crushed stone on a few repeat jobs each week. Order size in Bergen County averages 4 to 8 tons for homeowner jobs and climbs into full-truck loads for contractor work.
Delivery day in Bergen County
On the day of the drop, the dispatcher pulls the closest yard, batches your ticket with other Bergen County stops, and sends a window the night before. Tandem-axle dumps need at least 12 ft of clear width and 14 ft overhead to set the bed; tri-axles need 14 ft of clearance on both counts and a level pad to tip safely. Standard lead time on this lane is 24-48h, with same-day windows held open for orders that hit the desk before 11 AM and clear payment.
Related materials we deliver in Bergen County
From $48.68/ton- Size3/4 - 1″
- Density2700 lb/yd³
- ColorGray
From $49.10/ton- Size1/2 - 3/4″
- Density2650 lb/yd³
- ColorGray
From $41.80/ton- Size3/8″
- Density2600 lb/yd³
- ColorGray
Delivered pricing in Bergen County
| Order size | Price / ton | Delivery fee | Lead time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3+ tons | $212 | $257 | 1-2 business days |
| 8+ tons | $124 | $139 | Same/next day |
| 15+ tons | $99.00 | Included | Free delivery |
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What is crushed stone made of?
Crushed stone is quarried rock that has been mechanically broken down and screened into a graded mix of angular sizes rather than one uniform size. It ships in gray and keeps its natural, angular shape instead of the rounded shape you see in river gravel. That angularity is what lets individual pieces lock together once compacted, which is why it works well as a base material rather than a decorative topping.
How is crushed stone priced in Bergen County?
Crushed stone is sold by the ton, with delivered pricing based on your ZIP code and order size. Orders of 3 tons or more run $212 per ton, 8 tons or more drops to $124 per ton, and 15 tons or more brings the bulk rate down to $99 per ton. Larger orders lower the per ton cost and also tend to qualify for faster or free delivery.
What is the minimum order for crushed stone delivery?
The smallest available order is 3 tons, delivered in 1 to 2 business days. That is enough material for a small walkway, a modest drainage fix, or a light top up on an existing driveway. Larger projects, like a full driveway base or a wide drainage trench, typically call for 8 tons or more, which also brings a lower per ton rate and quicker delivery.
Can I get same day crushed stone delivery in Bergen County?
Orders of 8 tons or more qualify for same day or next day delivery in Bergen County, depending on when you place the order and available delivery windows. Smaller orders of 3 tons or more still ship quickly, typically within 1 to 2 business days. Enter your ZIP code when ordering to see the exact delivery window available for your address.
How many tons of crushed stone do I need for a driveway?
The right amount depends on the length, width and depth of the area you are covering, since crushed stone is sold and measured by the ton rather than by the yard. A small walkway might need only a few tons, while a full driveway base can run well past ten tons. Use the crushed stone calculator to enter your measurements and get an accurate ton estimate before ordering.
What is the difference between crushed stone and gravel?
Crushed stone is mechanically broken and screened rock, so its pieces stay angular and lock together under compaction. Gravel is typically naturally weathered or rounded, so it shifts and rolls more under weight and does not compact as tightly. For load bearing uses like driveway bases and paver bases, the angular shape of crushed stone gives a firmer, more stable surface than rounded gravel.
Does crushed stone drain well?
Yes. The angular, graded pieces leave enough space between them for water to move through quickly rather than pooling on the surface. That makes crushed stone a common choice for French drains, foundation backfill, and drainage trenches in Bergen County, where managing water around the home is a common concern. It also resists compacting into a solid, water blocking layer the way finer material can.
How do I place an order for crushed stone?
Enter your Bergen County ZIP code online to see delivered pricing and available delivery windows for your address. Choose the tonnage that matches your project, confirm delivery access for the truck, and place your order. Trucks deliver crushed stone directly to your driveway or job site, with no need to load or haul the material yourself.