Fill Dirt in Austin, TX
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Fill Dirt
$8.77/tonVersatile, 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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Why Austin Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Austin has a city population of 947,798 and a metro area population of 2.5+ million, with a steady growth rate of 0.40% annually. The region sits in hardiness zone 8b, averages 228 sunny days a year, and receives about 34.25 inches of rain annually. That mix of sun, periodic heavy rain, and ongoing development drives steady demand for earthmoving and grading work across the city — everything from new foundation pads and retaining walls to yard regrades and raised garden beds. Homeowners and contractors in Austin therefore prioritize reliable, well-graded materials that compact consistently and manage drainage, which is why understanding and choosing the right fill dirt matters for long-term stability and erosion control.Popular Projects in Austin This Season
- Backyard Grade Fill Dirt15 tons
- Driveway Subgrade Fill Dirt60 tons
- Pool Backfill Fill Dirt30 tons
- Raised Garden Fill Dirt8 tons
- Foundation Backfill Fill Dirt80 tons
Austin Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: Austin-Round Rock, TX
- 🏘️ Population: 947,798
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.25 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.40% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Austin Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Compaction
- Feb–Apr: Spring Wet Limits
- May–Sept: Hot Dry Conditions
- Dec–Jan: Cool Damp Conditions
Summer Tip: For Austin’s mix of sun and 34.25 inches annual rainfall, place fill dirt in 4–6 inch lifts and compact each layer to reduce settling and erosion; slope final grades away from foundations to manage runoff.
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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 - Austin Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Austin.
In Austin, fill dirt is generally cheaper per cubic yard than gravel because it has little or no processing and no rock sizing. Gravel and crushed stone cost more due to material processing and use as a finished surface or base. Local factors like hauling distance, caliche content, and availability can affect price, so get a quote for your zip code.
Costs vary by supplier and delivery, but fill dirt in the Austin area typically ranges from about $10 to $30 per cubic yard delivered, depending on quantity and site access. A truckload price depends on truck size (tri-axle, belly dump) and any fees for tight access or spreading. For an exact price, check your zip code on Hello Gravel and request a quote.
Fill dirt is mostly subsoil with minimal organic material used to raise or level ground; it is not intended as a finished surface. Gravel is a processed, sized aggregate used for drainage, driveways, and as a finished surface or base. In Austin, fill dirt is often used to build grades before adding gravel or pavement.
One cubic yard of fill dirt is 27 cubic feet, roughly a 3 ft by 3 ft by 3 ft cube. Visually it can look like a medium pile that a wheelbarrow or small pickup can partially carry, but one yard is bulky and weighs around 2,000 to 2,500 pounds depending on moisture and caliche. If you need multiple yards, Hello Gravel minimums and truck capacities make delivery easier than hauling many bags.
Coverage depends on depth: at 2 inches (0.167 ft) one yard covers about 162 sq ft, at 4 inches about 81 sq ft, and at 6 inches about 54 sq ft. Because fill dirt is typically compacted, allow for some settlement and buy a little extra. Use these numbers to estimate yardage before ordering a quote for delivery in Austin.
No, 2 inches of fill dirt is not adequate for a driveway base. Driveways require a stable, compacted subgrade of at least 6 to 12 inches of engineered fill or compacted base, plus a gravel or crushed-stone wearing layer on top. In Austin’s clay and caliche soils, proper compaction and a good base are especially important to avoid settling and drainage problems.
Most full-size pickup beds will only carry about 1/2 to 1 cubic yard of loose fill dirt safely once you account for weight and legal limits. Because Hello Gravel has a minimum order (3 tons) and uses dump trucks for delivery, renting or loading many pickup trips is usually less practical than a single truck delivery. If you choose pickup hauling, check local weight limits and bed capacity first.
Hello Gravel commonly uses tri-axle dump trucks, which typically carry about 10 to 12 cubic yards of loose fill dirt per load. Larger end dumps and belly dumps can carry more, but access and local road limits in Austin neighborhoods may restrict truck size. We’ll match trucks to your site when you order to avoid access issues.
You can put gravel over fill dirt, but the fill dirt must be properly compacted and graded first to prevent settling and washout. In Austin, compacting in lifts and addressing caliche layers or clay is important; consider a geotextile and a compacted base layer before applying surface gravel. If you’re unsure, request a driver to assess tailgate spreading or contact our team for guidance.
Yes, gravel is commonly used for drainage applications because it allows water to pass through, whereas fill dirt is much less permeable. For a drainage solution in Austin’s heavy clay soils, use clean gravel or crushed rock in the hole, add landscape fabric to keep fines out, and slope the area to carry water away. If you plan to backfill around pipes or footings, consult local code and consider compaction needs.
One cubic yard of fill dirt roughly equals 50 to 60 40-pound bags, depending on moisture and material density. Bags are inefficient for larger projects because of handling and cost, so for most Austin jobs we recommend ordering by the cubic yard and having a truck deliver. Use bag counts only for very small touch-up jobs.
Yes, fill dirt is typically cheaper than topsoil because it contains little or no organic matter and requires less processing. Topsoil is screened and rich in organics for planting, so it costs more and is used for planting beds rather than structural fills. If your project needs planting after grading, plan to topdress with topsoil where plants will go.
The cubic yards needed depend on the depth you want to raise: for 2 inches you'd need about 6.2 cubic yards, for 4 inches about 12.3 cubic yards, and for 6 inches about 18.5 cubic yards (use volume = area * depth / 27). Local site factors like compaction and settlement mean you should add 5-10% extra when ordering. Request a Hello Gravel quote for exact delivery pricing and minimums.
For a 20 ft long driveway, the yardage depends on width and depth; for example a 20 ft by 10 ft driveway raised 6 inches requires roughly 3.7 cubic yards (200 sq ft * 0.5 ft / 27). At typical Austin delivered prices of about $10 to $30 per cubic yard, that equals roughly $37 to $111 for the material before any compaction or spreading fees; give and take based on access, truck size, and site conditions. For an accurate cost, enter your zip code on Hello Gravel and request a quote with project details.
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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