At Royal Mulch, we offer both delivery and pickup options for our premium triple ground mulch. But which is the better choice for your project? The answer depends on a few key factors: how much you need, your timeline, and your budget. Let's break it down.
When Delivery Makes Sense
Delivery is the way to go for orders of 3+ cubic yards. We'll bring your mulch right to your property and place it where you need it — driveway, backyard, wherever is most convenient. Delivery saves you the hassle of loading, transporting, and unloading heavy material. It's also the only practical option for large projects (5+ yards) unless you have a dump trailer. Same-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon.
When Pickup Is the Better Option
Pickup is perfect for smaller projects under 3 yards, or when you want to save on costs. Our pickup prices are $10-12 less per yard compared to delivery. If you have a pickup truck or trailer, you can load up at our Lancaster yard any time during business hours. There's no minimum order for pickup — even a single yard is fine. We'll load your vehicle with our equipment so you don't have to shovel.
Cost Comparison
Here's a quick comparison for our most popular product, Black Mulch: Pickup is $32/yard, Delivery is $42/yard. For a 5-yard order, that's $160 pickup vs. $210 delivered — a $50 difference. For larger orders (8+ yards), the convenience of delivery often outweighs the savings, especially when you factor in your time, gas, and vehicle wear. For small touch-up projects (1-2 yards), pickup is the clear winner.
Planning Your Order
For the best experience: order delivery at least a day in advance during peak season (April-June). For same-day delivery, call before noon. For pickup, weekday mornings are the least busy — you'll be in and out in 15 minutes. Saturday mornings can get busy, so plan accordingly. We accept cash, check, and all major credit cards for both delivery and pickup.
Conclusion
Whether you choose delivery or pickup, you're getting the same premium triple ground mulch. Delivery is best for convenience and larger orders. Pickup saves money and works great for smaller projects. Either way, Royal Mulch has you covered.
