Fill Dirt in Clayton, GA

Delivered fill dirt prices in West Georgia typically vary based on distance, source material, and cleanliness. Expect a broad range roughly around $10 to $35 per cubic yard (about $4 to $13 per ton) as a starting point, with higher costs for select or screened fill and long hauls into the Clayton area. For an exact delivered price to your Clayton ZIP code, request a quote on our site or call our team.

Hello Gravel lists a minimum order of 3 tons for most deliveries. Typical dump truck deliveries serving Clayton are tri-axle loads that carry roughly 8 to 12 cubic yards of dirt (about 10 to 16 tons depending on material density), though smaller loads and end-dumps may be available from some suppliers—ask when you get a quote.

Clayton and much of West Georgia have clay-rich native soils that hold water and drain slowly, so many homeowners choose 'clean' or 'select' fill with less organic material and better grading. Clay-heavy fills require careful moisture control and compaction in thin lifts (4 to 6 inches) to avoid future settlement; contractors often mix in sand or crushed stone for improved drainage where needed.

Yes. Clayton's rainy summers can make sites muddy and truck access difficult, so plan deliveries for drier weeks or request a dry-weather window. Winters in this area are generally mild but occasional freeze/thaw can affect compaction; expect possible scheduling delays during heavy rain or storms and factor extra drying/compaction time into your timeline.

Some local suppliers and contractors around Clayton offer added services like grading and compaction, but availability varies by supplier and truck operator. Hello Gravel recommends requesting those services at checkout and confirming directly with the supplier—tailgate spreading is sometimes offered at the driver's discretion, but compaction and machine grading are usually contracted separately.

Common uses in Clayton include raising yard grades, backfilling foundations, building berms, and filling low spots before turf or landscaping. Ask for fill dirt that is free of vegetation and large debris, moderately well-graded (not pure clay or topsoil), and specified as 'no organics' or 'clean fill' if it will support structures or turf.

One inch of material over 1,000 square feet equals about 3.07 cubic yards. Using a typical fill dirt density of roughly 2,000 to 2,500 lb per cubic yard, plan on about 3.1 to 3.8 tons per inch for 1,000 sq ft—most homeowners use about 3.3 to 3.5 tons per inch as a practical estimate. For a precise amount, get a site-specific calculation with your ZIP code and desired final compaction level.

Contractors in Clayton usually recommend crushed stone or select fill (well-graded granular material) for driveway bases because they drain better and compact to a stronger, more stable surface than general fill dirt. Topsoil and fill dirt are suitable for grading and landscaping, but they will rut and hold water under vehicle loads, so use engineered aggregates for long-term driveway performance.

Mark delivery location clearly and check access for a large dump truck—tri-axles need firm, wide access and may track mud in rainy periods. Add order notes about desired placement, request a delivery window, and call the Hello Gravel team if you need spreading, grading, or contractor recommendations for compaction in the Clayton area.

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.