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Find the project area
Enter the delivery address for satellite view, or choose AR on a compatible Android phone using Chrome.
Plan before you order
Visualize and measure your yard
Measure your yard by satellite or AR, preview our rock in your space, and prepare the details needed for a delivery quote.
Before you begin
Have the delivery address ready.
Choose the exact bed, path, border, or yard section.
Decide whether you want satellite measurement or an AR preview.
Take photos of the dump location and any tight access.
How to get started
Four steps from an empty yard to a useful quote request
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Outline and measure
Trace the part of the yard you want to cover, then confirm the square footage and planned material depth.
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Preview the material
Compare rock styles in the space and note the material name that best fits the project.
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Send the quote details
Include the measurement, depth, material, delivery address, dump location, and access photos if space is tight.
Interactive tool
Start with your property
On a phone, satellite view is the easiest place to start; use AR when you are standing in the project area on a compatible device.
Measuring recommendations
Pick a realistic depth before calculating quantity
These are useful starting points, not final order quantities. Ground condition, slope, compaction, rock size, and the existing base can change what the project needs.
Decorative gravel
Start with 2 inches
A common planning depth for broad ground cover; use more where the surface is uneven or the rock is larger.
DG paths
Plan 2 to 3 inches
Choose the deeper end when the base needs correction, and allow for compaction before ordering.
River rock
Plan 3 to 4 inches
Larger rounded rock and dry creek beds typically need more depth, weight, and allowance around curves.
Mulch beds
Start with 2 to 3 inches
Measure only the planting beds and subtract large hardscape, trunks, or areas that will stay uncovered.
Square footage
Length x width = square feet
Decorative rock at 2 inches
Square feet / 162 = cubic yards
Decorative rock at 3 inches
Square feet / 108 = cubic yards
Raised beds
Length x width x depth in feet / 27 = cubic yards
Project planning examples
See the quantity math, then read the full project guide
These examples use the measurements from our project guides and current listed material prices. Spend estimates cover material only; delivery, tax, waste, compaction allowance, and site conditions are separate.
Front Yard Rock Refresh
Measure a 24 ft x 18 ft front bed. 24 x 18 = 432 sq ft. At 2 inches deep, divide by 162 sq ft per yard. 432 / 162 = 2.7 yards, so plan around 3 yards before allowance.
- Example material
- Pathway Gravel 3/4"
- Planning quantity
- About 3 cubic yards
- Material-only estimate
- $186
Side Yard Walkway
A 4 ft x 45 ft side yard is 180 sq ft. At 2 inches deep, 180 / 162 = 1.1 yards. At 3 inches deep, use 180 / 108 = 1.7 yards.
- Example material
- Gold DG
- Planning quantity
- About 1.1 to 1.7 cubic yards
- Material-only estimate
- $94–$145
Dry Creek Bed
A creek bed 3 ft wide x 35 ft long is 105 sq ft. At 3 inches deep, 105 / 108 = 1 yard. Wider curves and larger rock may need more.
- Example material
- Sierra River Rock 1" - 2"
- Planning quantity
- About 1 cubic yard
- Material-only estimate
- $153
Measure Your Yard FAQ
Measuring and planning questions
Use the visualizer for the first estimate, then send the project details so material quantity and delivery access can be confirmed.
Should I use satellite view or AR?
Satellite view is best for tracing larger front yards, side yards, and broad beds from above. AR is useful for an on-site preview and requires Chrome on a compatible Android phone.
How do I measure an irregular yard?
Break the area into smaller rectangles, measure each one, and add the square footage together. Curves and narrow borders should receive a reasonable allowance before the final quantity is confirmed.
Is the visualizer quantity the final amount I should order?
No. Treat it as a planning estimate. Slope, compaction, existing material, rock size, moisture, and uneven ground can change the final quantity, so confirm the measurements and depth before scheduling delivery.
How much extra material should I allow?
Simple rectangular areas may need only a small allowance, while curved, sloped, uneven, or heavily compacted areas can need more. Send the measurements and photos so the quote can account for the actual project.
What should I include with my quote request?
Send the material name, square footage, planned depth, delivery address, dump location, timing, and photos of gates, wires, slopes, or tight truck access.
Ready for a real quote?