Gravel, Soil and Mulch Delivery in Peabody, MA
MyGravelBuddy Peabody delivers crushed stone, gravel, topsoil, sand, and mulch throughout Peabody, MA and surrounding areas. Typical delivery Mon-Sat.
Homeowners and small contractors in the North Shore use this page to arrange gravel delivery in Peabody, MA without driving a pickup to a yard and back. Peabody mixes older neighborhoods near downtown with newer subdivisions and commercial lots along the highways, so the jobs vary a lot. We bring the material to you, and the delivered price appears once you enter your ZIP.
Materials available in Peabody
Peabody addresses can order three products. Pick the one that matches your project, then continue to its page for the live price.
Premium Screened Topsoil
This topsoil is sold by the ton and screened, so it spreads evenly. It is a good fit for patching a front lawn, building up a garden or grading around a new foundation. In Peabody, the details sit on the Premium Screened Topsoil page.
Pea Gravel
Pea gravel is sold by the ton too. Its smooth, rounded stones work for dog runs, paths between beds and the base around a fire pit. Read more at Pea Gravel.
Mulch
Mulch is the one product sold by the cubic yard. A fresh layer keeps weeds down and holds moisture around plants through a dry Massachusetts summer. Visit Mulch to compare options.
Which material for which job
Match the product to the goal. Topsoil feeds plants, pea gravel for a vegetable plot and mulch around the shrubs. Walk the property with a notepad, list each area, and decide on materials before you place the order.
Ordering and pricing
You pay a delivered price, and it is tied to your ZIP rather than a flat guess. Peabody orders begin at 2 units, whatever the material. For topsoil and pea gravel that is 2 tons, and mulch starts at 2 cubic yards. As quantity rises, the cost per unit falls, so a shared order with a neighbor can be cheaper per load than two small ones.
Getting the pile where you want it
Before the truck comes, walk the route from the street to the drop spot. Low branches, parked cars and tight gate openings are the usual problems on Peabody side streets. A driveway is the easiest place to tip a load, and from there a wheelbarrow gets material to the backyard. If you are working on a construction site, tell us where the crew will be so the pile does not block them.
What to expect from the ground and weather here
Much of Peabody sits on rocky glacial soil, which drains well in some yards and traps water in others. Lawns along the Proctor Brook and Crystal Lake side can stay soft into spring. If your site is one of those, put a layer of gravel under beds and paths before topping with soil. Spring thaw and fall leaf drop are the busy seasons for mulch, and a dry day makes spreading much easier.
Planning around the calendar
Garden centers fill up in April and May, and the same is true for bulk deliveries, so choose your preferred week early. Autumn is quieter and works well for grading and base work before the ground freezes. Topsoil spread in fall settles over winter, leaving a smoother surface for seeding in spring.
Cities near Peabody
We deliver in the surrounding area as well. Lynn is 3 miles away, Revere is 8 miles, Malden is 9 miles, and Everett and Medford are each 10 miles from town. If your project crosses city lines, you can order for each address separately. Our guide to delivery across Massachusetts covers the rest of the state.
How much do you need?
Work out your material
A planning figure, not a guarantee. Order roughly a tenth extra to cover settling and uneven ground.
Materials available in Peabody
Price by ZIP- Size1/4 - 3/8″
- Density2800 lb/yd³
- ColorTan / mixed
Price by ZIP- SizeScreened, no size grade
- Density2200 lb/yd³
- ColorDark brown
Price by ZIP- Density800 lb/yd³
- ColorBrown, black, red
Common gravel projects in Peabody
Nearby cities we serve
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Where we deliver in Peabody
Our service radius from Peabody, MA 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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Related guides
GUIDEGravel Size Chart: Pea Gravel to Crushed StoneA gravel size chart showing pea gravel, crushed stone and river rock diameters side by side, so you can match the right size to your project.Read guide →
GUIDEThe Different Types of Gravel and How to ChooseA plain-language guide to the main types of gravel, covering pea gravel, crushed stone, river rock and decomposed granite.Read guide →
GUIDEWhat Are Screenings? A Guide to Crushed Stone FinesScreenings are fine crushed stone used for paver bases, joint fill and walkways. See what screenings are, common types, and mistakes to avoid.Read guide →GUIDEWhat to Put Under River Rock for Landscaping BedsHere is what to put under river rock landscaping: a compacted base where needed, then landscape fabric, then rock, to stop weeds and settling.Read guide →Frequently Asked Questions
Can I have two different materials dropped in the same spot?
You can, but they will arrive as separate loads, and the piles will touch if they share a space. Keep them apart with a tarp or a row of boards so topsoil does not mix into your pea gravel. A little planning saves a lot of shoveling later.
Can pea gravel go around a fire pit?
Yes, many people use it as the base under and around a fire pit because the stones are smooth and drain well. Keep the layer level, and check the rules for your property and the fire pit itself before building. The pea gravel page helps you convert the area into tons.
How thick should a pea gravel path be?
Two to three inches of pea gravel is enough for most garden paths. A thinner layer lets the soil show through, and a much thicker one feels loose underfoot and is harder to walk on. Rake it level after the pile is moved and top it up a little each year as the stones settle.
How do I protect the pavement under the pile?
Put down a sheet of plywood, a heavy tarp or a row of boards before the truck arrives. This keeps stones and stains off asphalt and makes it simple to sweep up the last bits when the pile is gone.
Is screened topsoil better than regular fill?
Screening removes rocks and roots, so the soil is finer and easier to rake into a lawn or mix into a bed. Plain fill is cheaper to produce but can be lumpy and hard to work. For anything that will grow plants, screened topsoil is the better choice.
How deep should mulch be around trees?
In Peabody, two to three inches of mulch is plenty. Pull it back from the trunk so a ring of bare soil remains next to the bark, because mulch piled against a trunk can hold moisture and invite rot. Measure the ring's area to estimate the cubic yards.
Why does the price change between ZIP codes?
The delivered price reflects the trip from the supply point to your address, so two addresses in different parts of the region can show different numbers. Enter your ZIP on a material page to see yours.
Can I order for a commercial job in Peabody?
Yes. Small contractors order the same way homeowners do, and the same minimum applies. If a crew will use more than one material, order them in the sequence the work needs, so the first job is not blocked by a pile meant for the last one.