Fill Dirt in McDonough, GA

Delivered fill dirt prices in McDonough vary by supplier, access, and volume, but expect a typical range of about $12 to $35 per cubic yard (roughly $10 to $28 per ton) including standard delivery fees. Small orders, tight access, or requests for next-day delivery can push the price to the higher end. Check your zip code on Hello Gravel for an exact quote and any current promotions.

Most contractors in the McDonough area use tri-axle dump trucks, which commonly carry about 10 to 14 cubic yards of loose fill dirt. Single-axle or smaller trucks hold roughly 6 to 8 cubic yards. Actual tons per load depend on moisture and compaction; confirm truck size with Hello Gravel when you order.

A single tri-axle dump of fill dirt in McDonough typically runs about $250 to $600 delivered, depending on material price, distance, and site access. Tailgate spreading or light redistribution may sometimes be done at the driver's discretion, but professional spreading and compaction by a contractor usually cost an additional $150 to $500 or more depending on area and equipment needed. Request spreading at checkout, but note Hello Gravel does not guarantee spreading services.

For driveway bases, crushed stone or gravel is the recommended, cost-effective choice because it drains and compacts far better than fill dirt. Use fill dirt when you need to raise or regrade the ground (beneath a compacted base), but not as the wearing surface for driveways. In McDonough's clay-prone soils, proper drainage and a compacted aggregate base are important to avoid rutting and washouts.

One cubic yard equals 27 cubic feet and will cover about 162 sq ft at 2" depth, 81 sq ft at 4", and 54 sq ft at 6" depth. Coverage by a ton varies because fill dirt weight changes with moisture and composition; if your fill dirt is 1.2 tons per cubic yard, one ton would cover about 135 sq ft at 2", 67 sq ft at 4", and 45 sq ft at 6". Use Hello Gravel's material calculator or request a supplier density if you need exact conversions.

Bulk delivery is usually the most economical per cubic yard for McDonough projects once you meet minimums, because hauling and handling are spread across the load. Bagged fill dirt is convenient for very small jobs but costs much more per unit of volume. Pickup can be cheaper for small quantities if you have the right truck and trailer, but Hello Gravel's minimum order is typically 3 tons and professional delivery is often the best value for larger jobs.

In most McDonough situations you should not rely on loose placement alone. Compact fill dirt in 4- to 6-inch lifts with proper equipment and consider geotextile fabric where you expect soft, wet, or unstable ground to improve stability and reduce settlement. For driveways and high-load areas, place a compacted granular base on top of properly placed fill dirt rather than using fill dirt as the structural layer.

A 50 lb bag of fill dirt is about 0.018 to 0.02 cubic yards and will cover roughly 3 to 4 sq ft at 2" depth (less area at deeper depths). For any project needing more than a few bags (roughly 8 to 15 bags), bulk delivery usually becomes more economical. If you need a full yard or multiple yards, choose bulk delivery to save money and time.

Many suppliers serving McDonough offer same-week delivery depending on availability and access; Hello Gravel's standard lead time is 2+ business days, with a next-day option for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Delivery fees vary by route and site access and can be minimal or up to a few hundred dollars for long hauls or difficult access; Hello Gravel's minimum order is typically 3 tons—check checkout for exact fees and available dates.

Possibly. Common issues that require planning in McDonough include narrow driveways, low-hanging wires, homeowner association rules, and blocking a public right-of-way or sidewalk (which could require a permit). Heavier loads can damage local streets or lawns, so check with City of McDonough Public Works and your HOA before delivery, and include access notes at checkout so the trucker can plan a safe drop location.

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.