Landscaping material calculators that account for compaction
Work out exactly how much gravel, stone, or sand to buy — in cubic yards, tons, and bags. Unlike most calculators, BagTally builds in compaction so your base doesn't come up short, and tells you whether bagged or bulk is the smarter buy.
Calculators
- Gravel CalculatorWork out how much gravel you need in cubic yards, tons, and bags — free, with compaction and waste built in.
- Crushed Stone CalculatorFree crushed stone calculator with compaction and bag-vs-bulk advice.
- Crusher Run CalculatorFree crusher run calculator that accounts for 20–25% compaction so you order enough.
- Pea Gravel CalculatorFree pea gravel calculator for cubic yards, tons and bags.
- River Rock CalculatorFree river rock calculator for cubic yards and tons.
- Decomposed Granite CalculatorFree decomposed granite (DG) calculator with compaction built in.
- Sand CalculatorFree sand calculator for concrete, mason and play sand.
- Mulch CalculatorFree mulch calculator: cubic yards and 2 cu ft bags for beds and tree rings, with the 2–4 inch depth guidance built in.
- Topsoil CalculatorFree topsoil calculator with settling built in: cubic yards, tons, and 40 lb bags for lawns, beds, and leveling.
- Paver Base CalculatorFree paver base calculator with compaction built in: base depth guidance for patios and driveways, in cubic yards, tons, and 0.5 cu ft bags.
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Why compaction matters
Dense, angular materials like crusher run settle 20–25% when tamped. Order only the finished volume and you'll come up short and have to reorder. BagTally orders the loose volume needed to reach full depth after compaction — the difference that keeps a driveway base from failing.