Versatile, lower-grade soil commonly used for volume and elevation changes in various construction and landscaping projects. Great for leveling or grading ground, backfilling pools and filling ditches, and evening out low points or depressions on your property.
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Fill Dirt
Versatile, lower-grade soil commonly used for volume and elevation changes in various construction and landscaping projects. Great for leveling or grading ground, backfilling pools and filling ditches, and evening out low points or depressions on your property.
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Most deliveries within 2-4 business days. If you need a rush delivery, give us a call!
Why Petrolia Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Petrolia is a small community of 230 residents inside the West California metro area of 2.5+ million, experiencing modest growth at 0.18% annually. With 228 sunny days a year and an average of 34.25 inches of rainfall, homeowners balance long dry spells with seasonal wet periods when planning landscaping and grading work. The local hardiness zone 8b supports a wide range of plantings but also means earth-moving projects must account for soil moisture and root activity. Even small projects—driveway grading, garden bed build-ups, and retaining-wall backfill—create steady demand for reliable aggregates. Homeowners look for fill dirt that compacts well, resists washout during wet months, and provides a stable base for pavers, turf, and small foundations, so material quality and timely local delivery matter.Popular Projects in Petrolia This Season
- Driveway Grade Fill Dirt22 tons
- Patio Base Fill Dirt8 tons
- Raised Garden Bed Fill Dirt6 tons
- Lot Fill and Grading Fill Dirt40 tons
- Pool Backfill Fill Dirt18 tons
Petrolia Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West California
- 🏘️ Population: 230
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.25 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.18% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Petrolia Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Moderate Spring Moisture
- May–Sept: Dry Heat Curing
- Dec–Jan: Cold Saturation Risk
Summer Tip: For Petrolia’s sunny climate and 34.25 inches of annual rainfall, compact fill dirt in thin lifts and add a coarse drainage layer on slopes to reduce settling and washout.
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Orders Under 5 Tons - Add 20% extra to your estimated gravel needs.
5+ Ton Orders - Add around 10% to ensure enough additional material on hand.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Petrolia Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Petrolia.
Costs vary with distance, truck access, and material type. Expect suppliers to charge per ton plus a delivery fee; remote Petrolia locations commonly add a mileage or accessibility surcharge. For an accurate, up-front price for your zip code, get a quote through Hello Gravel—our checkout shows all fees before you confirm.
Some local suppliers and haulers around Petrolia offer screened (clean) fill dirt while others deliver unscreened material; availability depends on regional pits. Compaction is usually a separate service provided by local contractors rather than the dump truck driver, so ask Hello Gravel to connect you with compaction crews if you need it.
Use this formula: cubic yards = (area in square feet x depth in feet) / 27. For example, raising 1,000 sq ft by 0.5 ft needs about 18.5 cubic yards, which is roughly 20 to 26 tons of typical fill dirt depending on density and moisture. Always order 5-10% extra to allow for compaction and settling, especially on sloped Petrolia lots.
Fill dirt can be used on slopes but is not inherently erosion-resistant. In Petrolia's coastal climate, you should compact fill in thin lifts, install proper drainage, and protect exposed slopes with vegetation, erosion control fabric, or rock armoring to prevent washouts during heavy winter rains.
Fill dirt alone is not a long-term driveway surface because it settles and can rut under traffic. For driveways, local contractors generally recommend a compacted base of well-graded fill followed by a crushed-rock or base course (crusher run) and a wearing surface; this reduces maintenance and the need for frequent replenishment.
Yes, Humboldt County and state rules may apply; restrictions often cover grading permits, wetlands or stream impacts, and requirements to avoid introducing invasive weed seed. Before large deliveries, check Humboldt County Planning and Building, ask for clean-fill or weed-free documentation from suppliers, and disclose any work near drainages or slopes so you can confirm permit needs.
Use fill dirt for building up grades and backfilling; use crushed rock or base material for structural driveway layers and retaining surfaces. For driveways and small retaining walls in Petrolia's wet climate, combine compacted fill for grade with a well-graded base (crusher run) and proper drainage to ensure stability.
For compaction, contractors prefer well-graded fill with a mix of fines and larger particles (often called 3/4" minus or engineered fill) so it compacts tightly. For drainage layers or underdrains, they recommend coarser, clean aggregates without fines (pea gravel or 3/4" or larger clean rock) so water moves freely away from foundations and slopes.
Expect tri-axle dump trucks, a minimum order size, and possible access limits on narrow, steep, or tree-lined driveways common near Petrolia. Provide photos and note driveway width, overhead clearances, and any weight-restricted bridges when ordering; difficult access may require smaller trucks, extra labor, or additional fees.
Yes. Winter rains increase demand and slow deliveries in West California coastal areas, which can raise prices or limit scheduling. Late spring through early fall is often easier for deliveries and compaction work, but always check availability and book ahead during peak landscaping seasons.
As of today, we require 2 business days for delivery.
Use our material calculator here: https://hellogravel.com/calculator/ to enter the length, width and depth measurements of your project. It will automatically calculate the cubic yards/tons needed. If you are unsure how much to order, contact our team for guidance.
Please type in your zip code on any product screen and it will let you know if we service your area. The chances are that we do!
The material will be delivered via dump truck. If your order is under 20 tons, then it will likely be just one dump truck load. If your order is more than 20 tons, it will be more than one dump truck load.
Absolutely! Try our aggregate quiz here: https://hellogravel.com/aggregate-quiz/ Alternatively,you can call us, chat with us (box in the bottom right corner of the website), or email us!
We cannot get out of the truck and manually spread it. However, depending on the location, safety, and comfortability of the driver – we may be able to tailgate spread your material. This involves pulling the truck forward as material is being dumped to make it easier for you to distribute material after delivery.
The minimum order size is 3 tons.
Hassle Free! Our goal is to make the buying process for gravel and other aggregates as easy and seamless as possible. Enter your zip code on our site, select how much material you need (see below FAQ’s to determine order size), select the date and time frame you would like your material delivered at Checkout, and place your order with any major credit card. After the order is placed our in-house support team will contact you to confirm the details. We will send additional confirmations on the day before and the day of delivery. On delivery day, a dump truck will arrive to dump the materials at your specified location. We request that you have someone available to accept the delivery so that we can make sure to dump it in the correct location. That’s it!
No, because we are a national supplier, we utilize our existing network of suppliers across the country. Therefore, the materials will likely be delivered from a contracted trucking company.
We specialize in making the aggregate buying process as easy and seamless as possible by managing the process from end to end. We have a network of suppliers that we source the materials from where we have negotiated rates. However, we do charge a markup and because of this you may be able to find the materials cheaper on your own. But if you want a hassle free experience, then we are for you!
Please fill out the Quote Request form and we will work up a quote for you! https://hellogravel.com/quote-form/
Although uncommon, due to regional sourcing, the type and color of our materials may vary somewhat from the images on our website, reflecting the unique geological offerings of your area. Please communicate any specifications you desire to our team so we can consider them during the sourcing process.
Please contact our customer service team promptly if you experience any delivery or product quality issues. We will work to resolve them satisfactorily.
We are headquartered in New Orleans, LA. However, we have a network of suppliers across the country from which we provide the materials.
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