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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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 Loughman Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Loughman, with a population of 549, sits inside a rapidly expanding West Florida region whose metro area exceeds 2.5+ million residents. Local growth of about 2.50% annually, a warm hardiness zone (8b), roughly 228 sunny days a year, and 34.00 inches of annual rainfall combine to spur steady residential development and yard projects. That steady growth means more grading, foundation backfill, raised planting beds, and driveway prep—all jobs that call for reliable aggregates. Homeowners in Loughman look for consistent, low-organic materials that compact predictably, reduce long-term settling, and help manage stormwater; clear guidance on quantities, compaction, and delivery timing prevents surprises and costly redo work.Popular Projects in Loughman This Season
- Lawn Grade Fill Dirt12 tons
- Driveway Base Fill Dirt28 tons
- Shed Pad Fill Dirt6 tons
- Pool Backfill Fill Dirt60 tons
- House Pad Fill Dirt200 tons
Loughman Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West Florida
- 🏘️ Population: 549
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.00 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 2.50% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Loughman Projects
- Oct–Nov: Ideal Compaction Window
- Feb–Apr: Spring Wet Soils
- May–Sept: High Rainfall Risk
- Dec–Jan: Cool Dry Period
Summer Tip: Pick low-organic, compactable fill dirt and order about 5–10% extra to allow for post-compaction settlement. With 34.00 inches of annual rainfall, schedule delivery on dry days to simplify compaction and avoid muddy spreads.
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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 - Loughman Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Loughman.
Yes. Fill dirt is generally less expensive than topsoil because it is mainly mineral soil without the organic matter found in topsoil. In Loughman, expect lower per-ton or per-cubic-yard prices for fill dirt, but final cost depends on delivery distance, volume, and local supplier availability.
Fill dirt is mineral soil used to raise grades, fill holes, or create engineered pads; it typically has little organic material. In Loughman it is used for grading yards, backfilling foundations, building up low spots, and preparing areas for driveways or patios, but it is not suitable as planting soil without amendment.
One cubic yard equals 27 cubic feet and will cover about 162 sq ft at a 2-inch depth or about 81 sq ft at a 4-inch depth. For deeper builds (6-12 inches) use the same math: 27 cu ft divided by desired depth in feet to estimate coverage, and remember to account for compaction and settlement in Loughman’s humid climate.
Fill dirt typically weighs about 1.2 to 1.4 tons per cubic yard, depending on moisture and composition. Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons, and most deliveries come by tri-axle dump truck, so use the weight estimate to convert your needed volume into a delivery-ready tonnage.
Prices vary by supplier, distance, and volume, so exact costs depend on your ZIP code and schedule. For the most accurate price for Loughman, get a quote through Hello Gravel—our checkout shows transparent pricing, delivery options, and any fees based on local suppliers and trucking.
Yes, fill dirt can be used to raise and level low spots, but it should be placed in layers and compacted to reduce future settling. In Loughman’s wet climate, plan for proper drainage, consider geotextile or structural fill under areas that will bear loads, and top with topsoil where you plan to plant grass or gardens.
Choose fill dirt when you need to change grade, backfill under foundations, or build up subgrades for hardscapes. Choose topsoil when you need to grow plants or establish lawn—if you must plant on new fill, cover it with several inches of quality topsoil or amend it first.
The 70/30 rule usually refers to mixing about 70% native soil with 30% compost or amendments for planting. It does not apply to pure fill dirt alone—if you use fill dirt in planting beds in Loughman, mix it with quality topsoil or compost so the final blend supports plant health and drainage.
Fill dirt can be used to raise subgrade but it is not a substitute for a structural driveway base. For a durable driveway in Loughman, place and compact structural fill, then add a layer of crushed stone or gravel for drainage and load-bearing before any surface material; this reduces settling and rutting in wet weather.
Order the minimum efficient volume (Hello Gravel minimum 3 tons) or larger loads to reduce per-ton delivery cost, source locally to cut hauling distance, and schedule standard delivery (2+ business days) rather than expedited service. You can also combine orders with neighbors or projects nearby to share a truck and lower per-site cost.
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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