Fill Dirt in Buffalo, MO

Yes, fill dirt is typically less expensive than crushed gravel in Buffalo because it is less processed and often sourced locally. Prices vary with supplier and seasonal demand in West Missouri, so expect a noticeable price difference but get a local quote for accurate numbers.

Fill dirt is mostly soil and fines used to raise grades and create a compacted subbase, while gravel is crushed rock used for drainage and structural base layers. In Buffalo, fill dirt is commonly used to build up lawn areas and grade around foundations, whereas gravel is chosen for driveways and drainage paths.

Use this rule: cubic yards = area (sq ft) x depth (in) / 324. For 1,000 sq ft that means about 3.1 yd3 for 1 inch, 6.2 yd3 for 2 inches, and 18.5 yd3 for 6 inches; convert to tons roughly by multiplying cubic yards by 1.2–1.4 and confirm with your supplier.

Yes — fill dirt is commonly used to build up and grade the subbase before placing gravel, but it must be placed in layers and compacted to prevent future settling. In Buffalo's freeze-thaw climate, proper compaction and drainage are especially important to keep your gravel surface stable.

It depends on the driveway length and desired depth. For example, a 20 ft wide by 50 ft long driveway needing 4 inches of fill dirt requires about 12.4 cubic yards (roughly 15–18 tons). Ask Hello Gravel for a site estimate to get an exact quantity and a delivery quote.

Yes — fill dirt is suitable for raising low spots and regrading a yard, but it should be added in thin lifts and compacted between layers to reduce settlement. Also plan for a top layer of topsoil where you want to seed or plant, and consider seasonal settling in West Missouri when setting final grades.

Costs vary by supplier, load size, and time of year; tri-axle dump trucks in our network usually carry about 10–12 cubic yards. Expect the delivered price to depend on material rate plus delivery; contact Hello Gravel for an exact quote and note our minimum order requirement of 3 tons.

Deliveries are typically by tri-axle dump truck and scheduled through our platform; standard fulfillment is 2+ business days with next-day available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Drivers may offer tailgate spreading at their discretion, but spreading is not guaranteed and material appearance can vary due to local sourcing.

Small residential deliveries for landscaping usually do not require permits, but larger fills that change drainage, affect neighboring properties, or alter elevation significantly may trigger local permits or erosion-control rules. Check City of Buffalo and Dallas County building and zoning offices before placing large orders to avoid compliance issues.

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.