Gravel, Soil and Mulch Delivery in Camden, NJ
MyGravelBuddy Camden delivers crushed stone, gravel, topsoil, sand, and mulch throughout Camden, NJ and surrounding areas. Typical delivery Mon-Sat.
Camden homeowners and small crews work across the river from Philadelphia, mostly on rowhouse lots, side yards and community garden plots. Gravel delivery in Camden, NJ means a truck brings stone, soil or mulch to your curb so you skip the rental van and the trips to a yard. This page is the starting point for every material we bring to the city.
Gravel delivery in Camden, NJ: three materials
Camden addresses can order Mulch, Premium Screened Topsoil and Pea Gravel. Open the material that matches your project and you will find specs, photos and the price tool.
- Mulch is measured in cubic yards and fits beds, tree rings and borders around a stoop or fence.
- Premium Screened Topsoil is measured in tons and is meant for lawn repair, raised beds and grading small low spots.
- Pea Gravel is also measured in tons and works for paths, play surfaces and loose-stone drainage strips.
Not sure which one to start with? Think about the job in order: soil goes in first where something will grow, stone goes down where people will walk or water needs to pass, and mulch finishes the surface. Many Camden projects, such as a repaired side yard, use all three over a few weeks, and each can be ordered when you reach that stage. You do not need to buy everything on day one.
Price, minimum and what your ZIP shows
Every figure on a material page is a delivered price, so it already includes the trip to your address. The tool recalculates when you change the ZIP, which is handy if you manage a few properties around town. Ordering more brings the rate per unit down. The minimum is 2 units, so that means 2 cubic yards of mulch or 2 tons of topsoil or pea gravel.
Getting material onto a small city lot
Many Camden blocks have tight frontage and a narrow walkway between buildings. A dump truck cannot squeeze down an alley or through a gate, so the pile usually goes at the curb or at the head of a driveway. Pick the spot first, clear parked cars or bins from it, and describe it in the order notes. From there, a wheelbarrow and a few helpers can carry a load to the back yard in an afternoon. Lay a tarp or plywood where the pile will sit to protect the surface and make cleanup quick.
Camden conditions worth planning for
The city is flat and close to the Delaware River, so water tends to sit on low lots after heavy rain. Before you spread topsoil, check where the surface water goes and shape the area to drain away from the foundation. Pea gravel is a good choice for a soggy side passage, because it stays loose and lets rain pass through. Mulch needs a dry bed edge to avoid washing onto the sidewalk. Because those low lots hold water, cover a pile you plan to leave for a few days, or schedule the delivery for a stretch of dry weather and spread the material soon after it arrives.
Cities within reach of Camden
Philadelphia is 3 miles away, Springfield, PA is 12 miles, Trenton is 27 miles, Salem is 30 miles and Wilmington, DE is 33 miles. A job on the other side of the Delaware is priced from its own ZIP, not from a Camden one.
Planning a project in several towns? Browse delivery across New Jersey to see the full list of places we serve.
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 Camden
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 Camden
Nearby cities we serve
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Where we deliver in Camden
Our service radius from Camden, NJ 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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Should I tamp pea gravel after spreading it?
Rake it level first, then walk over it or run a hand tamper across the surface so the stones lock together. Loose, untamped gravel shifts under foot and scatters toward the edges of a path.
Do I need a permit to leave a pile on the street?
Rules differ by block and by how long the material sits. Check with the city before a delivery if the pile will touch the roadway or sidewalk. A quick call to the city office before you order settles the question for your block.
Is topsoil or mulch better for a vegetable bed?
They do different jobs. Topsoil is the growing medium, so fill the bed with it first. Mulch goes on top afterward to hold moisture and slow weeds. Using only mulch gives roots nothing to anchor in, and using only soil leaves the surface exposed to crusting and drying.
How do I convert my measurements for pea gravel?
Find the area in square feet and decide the depth in inches. Multiply them, divide by 324 for cubic yards, then use the coverage note on the product page to find tons. Round up a bit so you do not come up short near the edges of a path.
Can I order for a rental property I do not live at?
Yes. Enter the property's ZIP in the price tool and give the address at checkout. Add a clear drop spot in the notes and name a contact who can meet the driver if needed. It works best when someone on site can confirm where the pile should go.
What should I put under pea gravel to keep weeds out?
Landscape fabric laid over a leveled, compacted subgrade works well. Keep the stone layer a couple of inches deep so the fabric stays covered. Without it, weeds push up through thin gravel, and soil from below mixes into the stones within a season or two.
Will leftover mulch keep for another project?
For a few weeks, yes, if you leave it in a loose pile or covered bags somewhere dry. A big wet pile can heat up and go sour, so turn it now and then. Spreading the surplus in nearby beds usually beats storing it through the winter.
Why do I see a different price for a neighboring ZIP?
The figure depends on the delivery route to the address, so two ZIP codes close together can show different numbers. Run each address through the tool before you decide where to schedule the drop, then pick the one that suits your budget and your site access.