U-Save Rockery

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Serving The Bay Area Since 1963
About U-Save Rockery

 
For over 60 years, we are proud to be the premier landscape supply to the South Bay. We strive to offer the widest selection of landscape and building materials at affordable prices, employing knowledgeable sales people and staff.
Over the years we have continuously grown our business to meet the needs of contractors and homeowners alike. For contractors, we provide account services and a complete array of materials. For homeowners & Do-It-Yourselfers, we will happily walk through every step by step process of how to build, create and maintain your garden, lawn, retaining wall, walkways, patios etc. We can also assist in connecting you with the appropriate parties to implement your gardening and landscaping ideas.
We firmly stand behind our promise to evolve and grow our business to continuously meet the needs of our customers, while developing long lasting relationships and, most importantly, friendships.
 
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Frequently Asked Questions
 


How much does a cubic yard of rock weigh?
On a general basis, most rocks weigh approximately 2,500 lbs.  There are some rocks that are lighter in weight such as lavas and very porous rocks.  These lighter weight rocks can range from 1,200 to 2,000 lbs per cubic yard
 

How do I convert cubic yards into tons?
One ton of rocks = 2,000 lbs.  If a cubic yard of materials weighs 2,500 lbs this would convert into 1.25 tons per cubic yard.  One ton of material is approximately ¾ of a cubic yard of material.

What if I only need a small quantity of materials?
We provide an option of purchasing our materials by the bag.  We have ¾ of a cubic foot bag that you may fill.  We provide the bag and a shovel.  All sack material are normally self serve.  If you require assistance because you are unable to fill the bags, we will be happy to assist you.  It takes approximately 36 bags to equal a cubic yard or 27 bags to equal a ton.  Each bag filled with sand or gravel can weigh approximately 65 – 70 lbs. each.  Lighter materials such as compost or bark can weigh approximately 20-25 lbs.

Can I pick up materials in bulk at the store?
Yes, most people come in with a pickup and we load your vehicle with front end loaders.  Most materials are sold in ½ cu.yd increments only.  If you’re purchasing gravel sold by the ton our minimum is ¼ ton.

What if I cannot pick up the materials and need a delivery?
  • We are happy to schedule a delivery for your landscape needs for a minimal charge.  We do have a minimum of 1 cubic yard per item.  We have trucks with a divider gate which allows us to bring two materials to your jobsite.  During our busy season such as Spring, Summer and Fall, we are very busy and would need approximately 2 – 4 days advanced notice.  We cannot give an exact time as we cannot predict traffic and other inhibiting factors that may delay the delivery.  We give you a 4 hour time slot, but it is not necessary for you to be onsite as we know everyone has busy schedules.  We ask for a particular dump area such as street or driveway.
  • Forklift deliveries-  Forklift deliveries are made Tuesday thru Friday only.  Our access with the forklift is minimal.  If you can drive your car to that area, then most likely we can drive the forklift.  Most cases, we limit our forklift deliveries to driveways and street only.
  • Back yard deliveries – we do not allow our trucks in backyards in general.  If you have a gate to your backyard that is at least 12’ wide and there are no trees or wires inhibiting access, we can sometimes accommodate your request.  Please ask a sales associate.

 
Do you have U Haul Concrete?
Yes we do have 1 cubic yard trailers that we can mix at the store and you can take it home to pour your concrete.We do have restrictions:You must have current insurance to provide us.It must be current.You must have a valid driver’s license, a vehicle with a tow hitch package of 5,000 or more.Each trailer with one cubic yard of concrete weighs 5,000 lbs.A 2” trailer ball is required as well.We allow 2 hours per load.WE DO NOT HOOK UP TO BUMPER HITCHES.Smaller trucks with towing capacity of 3,500 lbs. will be limited to only ½ cubic yard at a time.
Can I pay for materials by phone for my contractors to pick up?
I am sorry but we do not take payments over the phone for will calls at the store.  We will be happy to email you a credit card authorization to you and we can take payment this way.  Just list the contractors name you are authorizing to pick up materials and how long you wish to keep your card on file.

Need Materials Delivered?

We'll Bring the Yard to You.
Save yourself the hauling. U-Save Rockery offers prompt delivery of landscape and building materials throughout the local area.

Tell us what material you need, how much you need and where it's going. We'll help coordinate the rest.
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