Order Gravel, Stone and Soil in New Kent, VA

For gravel and aggregate delivery in New Kent, VA, Virginia Rock Supply supplies 21A by the ton. It is the standard Virginia driveway base. Much of New Kent sits on old sea and river sediment, so sandy spots drain fast while low, clayey ground holds water.

That makes fill and base the first order on most jobs here. Build the grade up, then cap it with stone that sheds water.

Materials for New Kent Projects

Most projects in New Kent start below grade. Flat, low lots need the pad built up before any surface goes down, so fill and sub-base come first. Fill Dirt raises grade and builds up a pad. Spread it in lifts and compact each one before the base stone goes on.

Over that fill, 21A is the base for driveways, parking pads, and shed or patio bases. Its fines pack hard, so it holds a compacted edge. Where you want a coarser mix that drains a little better, 21B has fewer fines and packs less tightly.

Driveways

Order 21A for the base, then cap it with Driveway Gravel to refresh the surface. For a new drive, a solid layer of 21A over compacted fill is a good starting point.

Patios, Walkways and Beds

Pavers and flagstone sit on Screenings for fine leveling. Walkway Gravel finishes paths that need a walkable surface, and River Rock or Large River Rock handles decorative beds and dry creek beds.

Drainage

Standing water is the common problem on this ground. #57 Stone is the standard washed size for French drains and driveway topping at about 3/4 inch. Drain Rock covers downspout runs and drainage behind walls, and RipRap armors ditch banks and culvert outlets against runoff.

Ground and Conditions in New Kent

The ground here is layers of sand, silt and clay laid down as old sea and river sediment, not weathered rock. It sits flat and low. Water has nowhere to run, so heavy rain from tropical storms, nor'easters and summer thunderstorms ponds on drives and pads.

An under-built base fails fast on that ground. If you skip the fill and lay 21A straight over soft clay, the stone pumps and ruts under a truck. Build the pad up with fill, compact it in lifts, then compact the 21A on top.

Where a lot stays wet, put a drainage layer under the base. #57 stone or Drain Rock gives water a path out before it reaches the surface. Bare sandy ground also washes, so seed or cover exposed areas before the fall storm season.

Freeze-thaw is light here compared to inland Virginia, and hard freezes are short, so work runs through most of the winter. Long wet spells are what slow jobs down, especially on low lots that hold water. Frost depth is set by each city or county, so check your local requirement before you pour.

Delivery to New Kent and the Surrounding Area

Order online and pick a quantity by the ton or the yard. Measure your area and depth first, then convert to tons so the load matches the job. If you are unsure, measure the project and use the calculator to size it.

Bulk delivery drops the material where you need it, so plan the spot before the truck arrives. A hard, level drop area keeps the load off soft ground and saves you moving stone twice.

New Kent sits in New Kent County. We also deliver to Barhamsville, Lanexa, Providence Forge and Quinton, along with the rest of the county.

Questions from New Kent Buyers

What is the best base under pavers in New Kent?

Start with compacted fill if the grade is low, then a 21A base, and finish with a bedding layer of Screenings. The 21A packs hard and spreads the load, while the screenings give you a fine, flat surface to set pavers on. On wet lots, add #57 stone under the base so water drains away instead of sitting under the patio.

Do you supply contractors working in New Kent?

Yes. Virginia Rock Supply delivers bulk gravel, stone, sand and soil to job sites in New Kent and the surrounding county. Contractors can order by the ton for base, fill and drainage work. Order online and set your quantity to match the job, and we will bring it to the site.

Order 21A and Fill for Your New Kent Job

Most projects in New Kent begin with fill and 21A, because the grade has to be right before anything else goes down. Order both by the ton and have them delivered to your site. Build the pad, compact the base, and finish the surface. Place your order online when you are ready.