Fill Dirt in Smyrna, GA

Delivery costs vary by load size, distance, and access. Many local deliveries in West Georgia have low or no delivery fees for larger loads, but small orders or tight access can add $50-$150; long hauls can cost more. Hello Gravel shows delivery options and estimated fees at checkout once you enter your zip code.

For raising grade or non-structural landscaping in Smyrna's clay soils, screened fill dirt is common because it is free of large debris and easier to compact. For driveways and structural work, plain fill dirt is usually not recommended alone; use a compactable engineered fill or a stone base such as crusher run or #57 stone as the surface and structural layer.

A 1,000 sq ft area raised 4 inches requires about 12.35 cubic yards of material (1000 x 4/12 = 333.33 cu ft, divided by 27 = 12.35 cu yd). Using a common density of roughly 1.2 tons per cubic yard, that is about 15 tons. We recommend ordering 10% extra to allow for compaction and settling, so plan for about 13.6 cu yd (about 16.5 tons).

Fill dirt can compact, but performance depends on material gradation, moisture content, and compaction method. Smyrna's clay-rich soils can expand when wet and shrink when dry, so proper mechanical compaction in thin lifts and good site drainage are essential to reduce settling after heavy rains. For areas exposed to weather or traffic, a well-graded engineered fill or stone base performs better long term than loose fill dirt alone.

When placed as specified, compacted in lifts, and capped with an appropriate base, properly installed fill dirt can remain stable indefinitely for non-structural grade work. If left loose, not compacted, or used directly under driveways or foundations without a structural base, settlements can appear over months to a few years. For building pads and load-bearing work, engineered fill and testing are recommended to ensure long-term stability.

Fill dirt is mostly fine material used to raise grade and backfill; it is inexpensive but not designed as a structural surface. Engineered fill is specified, placed in lifts, and tested for compaction, making it suitable under foundations and slabs. Crusher run or crushed stone is blended to compact well and shed water, so it is usually the best choice for driveway bases and surfaces in Smyrna's climate.

Yes. Hello Gravel works with a network of local suppliers and contracted hauling fleets in West Georgia to deliver bulk fill dirt to Smyrna and surrounding areas. Deliveries are usually by tri-axle dump truck; check availability by entering your zip code on our site and note our minimum order size (3 tons).

Cobb County and local building authorities may require compaction testing, engineered fill, or geotechnical reports for structural fills under foundations and slabs. Requirements depend on project scope, loads, and permit type, so contact the Cobb County Building Department or your project engineer before placing fill for foundations. For many residential foundation projects, inspectors commonly expect compaction to an engineered specification (for example, around 95% Standard Proctor) and documentation for critical fills.

Prices vary with sourcing, screening, and delivery, but a typical delivered range for screened fill dirt in the Smyrna area is about $12-$30 per cubic yard. Using a rough conversion of 1 cubic yard ≈ 1.2 tons (density varies), that equates to roughly $10-$25 per ton. Final cost depends on load size, site access, and whether screening or special processing is required.

Fill dirt used for lawn leveling should be graded to shed water, seeded or mulched to prevent erosion, and allowed to settle before final landscaping. Expect some minor settling during the first year; plan to topdress with topsoil and re-seed as needed. Maintain good drainage away from structures to avoid saturation and repeat regrading.

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.

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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!

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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.