Fill Dirt in Hoschton, GA

Delivery costs vary by distance, supplier, and load size, but Hoschton homeowners typically see fill dirt pricing in the range of about $10 to $25 per ton (roughly $12 to $40 per cubic yard depending on material density). Hello Gravel shows upfront delivery pricing at checkout; minimum orders start at 3 tons and some deliveries include a delivery fee while others offer free delivery depending on the supplier and zip code.

As a rule of thumb, one cubic yard of fill dirt covers about 100 square feet at 1 inch of depth. For Hoschton yards sitting on clay, use that conversion and allow extra because clay can settle; so raising 1 foot over 1,000 square feet would require roughly 12 cubic yards, plus 5-10% extra for settlement and compaction.

Yes, many West Georgia suppliers offer both screened (fines and rocks removed) and unscreened (more raw subsoil) fill dirt. Screened material is easier to grade and compacts more uniformly and typically costs more—expect a moderate premium, often a few dollars per cubic yard compared with unscreened material.

Compact fill dirt in thin lifts (commonly 6 to 8 inches loose) rather than large fills, and aim for a professional compaction target (often around 90% to 95% of the standard proctor, depending on project specs). For small residential areas use a plate compactor or vibratory roller; larger jobs benefit from a padfoot or sheepsfoot roller and a contractor experienced with Georgia clay soils.

Fill dirt compacts well but is not a good surface drainage layer—Hoschton’s clay-rich soils can hold water and increase runoff on slopes. For erosion control on slopes, pair fill dirt with proper drainage (subsurface drains, swales), geotextile, vegetation, or rock armoring; consider engineered fill or retaining structures for steeper grades.

Small deliveries for routine yard leveling usually do not require permits, but major earthwork or grade changes that affect drainage, lots lines, or public right-of-way often require review by the City of Hoschton or Jackson County. Contact the Hoschton City Hall or county building/engineering office before starting large fills to confirm local rules and any permit requirements.

Hoschton summers bring humid weather and frequent thunderstorms, which can delay delivery and make wet soil difficult to compact; plan deliveries for drier periods and avoid working on saturated ground. Winter freeze is mild in this area but spring thaw and heavy rains can also affect settling and erosion, so schedule work for stable, dry conditions when possible.

Fill dirt is primarily subsoil without organic matter, good for raising grade and filling low spots under lawns or foundations but poor for final surfaces or planting. For driveways, crushed stone or crushed rock is a better base because it drains and locks together; for planting areas, topsoil or amended soil is needed for plant health. Use fill dirt as a structural fill, then finish with the appropriate surface material.

Beyond material price, budget for spreading and finishing labor, compaction equipment or operator fees, and possible hauling or disposal of excavated material. For small residential jobs homeowners in Hoschton often pay a few hundred dollars for spreading and compaction, while larger jobs can run into the high hundreds or more depending on access, machine time, and grading complexity; request itemized quotes to understand all charges.

Yes. Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers and contracted haulers and can help point you to partners who handle delivery and basic spreading. For full grading, compaction, or engineered fills we recommend contacting our sales team or asking for local contractor referrals—also check local listings and licensed earthwork contractors in Jackson County for larger installations.

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!

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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.