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What is Aggregate Hauling? A Beginner’s Guide

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Aggregate hauling is the business of transporting these materials from one location to another — like from a quarry or plant to a construction site, ready-mix plant, or stockpile yard.

At 326 Trucking, we serve a variety of industries, including:

  • Road construction

  • Highway and bridge work

  • Site prep

  • Concrete batch plants

  • Utility contractors

We partner with ready mix companies and general contractors to match freight needs with dependable owner-operators.

 

What Kind of Trucks Are Used?

Most aggregate is hauled in end dump trailers. Here's why:

  • Aluminum end dumps are lighter than steel, which means you can haul more material per trip (higher payload).

  • They're also rust-resistant — which matters when working with wet materials like sand or limestone.

  • A tarp system is required to comply with safety and environmental rules.

 

What Does a Typical Day Look Like?

Here’s what an average day might look like for a 326 Trucking partner:

  1. Pick up the first load from a quarry or material plant.

  2. Deliver it to the customer’s site or plant.

  3. Repeat 2–3 more times, depending on route and distance.

  4. Occasionally run a backhaul — bringing another load on the way back to avoid running empty.

 

Is Aggregate Hauling Profitable?

Yes — especially for owner-operators who manage their time well and keep up with maintenance.

Pros:

  • Consistent work across Texas and beyond

  • Repeat customers and steady routes

  • Lower equipment wear compared to long-haul freight

  • Fuel-efficient since you’re often staying within a region

Things to keep in mind:

  • You need to invest in proper equipment (trailer, truck, tarp system)

  • You must stay compliant with weight limits and insurance requirements

  • Plants require COI and list specific coverage minimums

 

Why Work with 326 Trucking?

We’re not a carrier — we’re a broker that specializes in matching the right work with the right drivers.

When you partner with 326:

  • We help connect you with plants and quarries

  • We handle the paperwork, dispatching, ticketing and invoicing for you

  • We offer consistent routes and dispatch support

  • You get paid weekly — no guessing, no delays

 

Ready to Get Started?

If you’re thinking about getting into aggregate hauling, we’d love to talk. Whether you already have a truck and trailer or you’re just now exploring the idea, we’re happy to walk you through it.

Reach out to us at trucks@326trucking.com
Or check out our Owner Operator Onboarding Info Page
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