Abc Base (Crusher Run)

About ABC Base / Crusher Run

ABC Base, commonly called crusher run, is one of the best choices when a driveway needs more than just a fresh layer of stone. Unlike clean stone products such as #57 or #78, ABC contains a carefully graded mixture of larger aggregate, smaller stone, and fine material that works together to create a dense, stable surface.

The biggest advantage of ABC is compaction. As the material is spread, graded, driven on, and compacted, the smaller particles fill the spaces between the larger stone. This allows the material to tighten together and form a firm, durable base that resists movement better than clean stone alone.

ABC is an excellent choice for building or strengthening gravel driveways, repairing soft areas, filling ruts and low spots, creating parking areas, and establishing a solid base before adding a finished layer of stone. It's particularly useful on driveways that need additional structure rather than simply a cosmetic refresh.

Because ABC packs tightly, its finished appearance is different from #57 or #78 stone. Instead of seeing individual clean stones across the surface, ABC develops a more compact, road-base-style finish. For many customers, that's exactly what they want—especially when durability and stability are more important than the decorative appearance of clean stone.

ABC can also serve as the foundation for a future top layer of #57 or #78 stone. This combination provides the compacted strength of ABC underneath with the clean appearance and drainage characteristics of stone on top.

For customers dealing with an older, worn, uneven, or softer driveway, ABC is often one of the first materials we recommend because it helps address the structure of the driveway rather than simply covering the problem.

Best for: Building or strengthening driveway bases, repairing ruts and low areas, soft or unstable sections, private roads, parking areas, and preparing a solid foundation for a future layer of clean stone.

Every package includes the material, delivery AND professional installation. We don't simply dump a pile of gravel and leave it for you to deal with. We'll spread and grade the material so the job is finished when we leave.

Choose the package that fits your project:

• 3 Tons — $449 — Covers up to approximately 480 sq. ft.
• 6 Tons — $699 — Covers up to approximately 960 sq. ft.
• 9 Tons — $949 — Covers up to approximately 1,440 sq. ft.
• 12 Tons — $1199 — Covers up to approximately 1,920 sq. ft.
• 15 Tons — $1,499 — Covers up to approximately 2,400 sq. ft.
• 20 Tons — $1,799 — Covers up to approximately 3,200 sq. ft.

Coverage estimates are based on approximately 2 inches of material and may vary depending on the condition of the existing surface.