Fill Dirt in Black Diamond, FL
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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 Black Diamond Chooses Hello Gravel
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Next-day delivery available if ordered before noon CST. Most orders delivered within 2–4 business days.
Why Black Diamond Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Black Diamond is a growing community with a city population of 5,000 and a metro area population of 2.3+ million. With a steady growth rate of 0.69% annually, local homeowners are investing in property improvements and grading work that require reliable bulk materials. The local climate — about 228 sunny days annually, an average annual rainfall of 33.69 inches, and hardiness zone 8b — supports year-round projects but also creates demands for proper drainage and stable soil profiles. For homeowners, that means choosing quality aggregates that compact well, resist settling, and create positive drainage away from foundations. Poor or organic-rich fill can lead to settling, uneven patios, and clogged ditches, so many residents prioritize screened, low-organic fill-dirt for grading, backfill, and site prep.Popular Projects in Black Diamond This Season
- Backyard patio fill-dirt8 tons
- Driveway grade fill-dirt25 tons
- House pad fill-dirt200 tons
- Pool backfill fill-dirt40 tons
- Retaining wall backfill fill-dirt35 tons
Black Diamond Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: Florida Region
- 🏘️ Population: 5,000
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.3+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 33.69 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.69% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Black Diamond Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Ideal Compaction Period
- May–Sept: High Rain Risk
- Dec–Jan: Slow Winter Curing
Summer Tip: In Black Diamond's climate, use clean, low-organic fill-dirt placed in 6-inch lifts and compacted to reduce settling; avoid using topsoil as structural fill because the region's 33.69 inches of annual rainfall accelerates decomposition and movement.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Black Diamond Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Black Diamond.
Prices in Black Diamond typically vary with supplier, haul distance, and material quality. Expect roughly $20 to $45 per cubic yard delivered for basic fill dirt in the Florida region, though local supply and demand can push that number higher or lower. For an exact quote, check your zip code on Hello Gravel or contact our sales team.
Yes. Fill dirt is usually cheaper than screened topsoil because it contains less organic matter and requires less processing, making it a common choice for grading and raising ground. If you need to grow plants later, you may want to cap fill dirt with topsoil, which increases total cost.
Sometimes. Gravel offers better drainage and stability for structural backfill or around foundations and driveways, but it is not a substitute for fill dirt when you need to raise grade cheaply or when future planting is planned. Tell us your project details so we can recommend the right material for drainage, compaction, and landscaping needs.
Yes, fill dirt is commonly available across Florida and in the Black Diamond area through regional suppliers. Composition and texture vary by local geology, so you may see different color and particle characteristics than photos online. Availability can tighten during peak landscaping season, so order early for large jobs.
Hello Gravel uses tri-axle trucks that commonly carry about 12 to 14 cubic yards of material. As a rule of thumb, one cubic yard covers 324 square feet at 1 inch depth, so a 12-yard load covers about 3,888 sq ft at 1 inch or roughly 600–650 sq ft at a 6-inch depth. Exact coverage depends on how compacted you need the fill to be and local gradation of the soil.
A tri-axle dump truck load of fill dirt usually weighs between about 12 and 18 tons, depending on moisture content and material density. Local weight limits and how the supplier loads the truck will affect the final tonnage, so Hello Gravel will provide the expected weight on your order confirmation when available. Keep in mind wet or clayey soils weigh more than dry, sandy fill.
Cost varies with truck size, material price, and delivery distance, but a single tri-axle load (12–14 cubic yards) typically runs from roughly $300 to $800 delivered in our Florida service area. Extra charges such as long-haul fees, off-load difficulty, or next-day delivery will increase the price. Use Hello Gravel to get a precise delivered price for your address.
One ton of fill dirt in typical Florida soils is roughly 0.75 to 0.8 cubic yards, so it will cover about 250 square feet at a 1-inch depth. At a 6-inch depth, 1 ton covers roughly 40 to 45 square feet. These numbers change with moisture and compaction, so round up when ordering to allow for settling.
Fill dirt can settle over time, leading to uneven surfaces if it is not properly placed and compacted, and it lacks nutrients for planting since it contains little organic matter. It may also have variable clay or sand content depending on local sources, which affects drainage and compaction behavior. For planting beds or lawns you will likely need a top layer of screened topsoil or amended soil.
Delivery costs depend mainly on distance, driveway access, and any special off-loading needs; many orders in our network receive free delivery, but others may incur a fee of roughly $50 to $200. Next-day delivery and long-haul loads can cost more, and heavy or difficult drop locations may add surcharges. Check your zip code in the Hello Gravel checkout for the exact delivered price and any applicable fees.
Drivers may perform tailgate spreading at their discretion and if it is safe to do so; you should request spreading at checkout so the driver is aware. There are no guarantees—drivers will assess site conditions on arrival and may decline if spreading cannot be done safely or would risk property damage. If spreading is critical to your project, consider hiring a local landscaper to finish the work.
Measure the area (length x width) in feet and decide the depth in inches, then use this formula: cubic yards = (area sq ft x depth inches) / 324. For example, a 20 ft by 10 ft area at 6 inches depth needs about (200 x 6)/324 = 3.7 cubic yards. Use Hello Gravel's material calculator or contact our team for help and to account for compaction and settling.
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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