Fill Dirt in Stockbridge, GA

Fill dirt is clean subsoil with low organic matter used to raise or level ground rather than grow plants. In Stockbridge (population 60,220) it is commonly used to build up low yards, raise drain lines, backfill around foundations, and regrade yards before landscaping or paving. It is not topsoil, so you will usually add a thin layer of topsoil if you plan to plant grass or gardens.

Prices vary by supplier and availability, but residential fill dirt in Stockbridge typically ranges roughly $10 to $25 per ton delivered, depending on depth, moisture, and local supply. Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum order and shows upfront pricing by zip code; standard deliveries typically require 2+ business days while next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. For exact pricing enter your zip code or contact our team for a local quote.

First calculate cubic yards: (area in square feet x depth in feet) / 27. Then convert cubic yards to tons — use about 1.25 tons per cubic yard for a practical residential estimate (actual weight varies with moisture and compaction). Example: raising a 50 ft x 50 ft area by 6 inches (0.5 ft) is 2,500 x 0.5 / 27 = 46.3 cubic yards, or roughly 58 tons using the 1.25 factor.

For a compacted base in clay-prone Stockbridge soils, use clean fill dirt with low organic content and a mixture that includes some fines so it compacts well (often sold as 'select fill' or engineered fill). For a durable driveway, place 4 to 6 inches of compacted road base or crusher run on top of the fill dirt and consider a geotextile fabric to separate fill from clay subgrade. If your site has very wet or expansive clay, consult a local contractor or engineer before final grading.

Fill dirt by itself is not an effective long-term erosion-control material on steep slopes during heavy West Georgia rains because it lacks vegetation and surface stability. Use fill dirt for reshaping as needed, then stabilize slopes with topsoil and grass, erosion control blankets, terraces, retaining walls, or appropriate plantings. Proper drainage and compaction during installation are essential to reduce washouts.

Large regrading and significant changes to drainage often require permits or inspections from Henry County (Stockbridge is in Henry County), and many HOAs have rules about visible grading, material storage, or driveway changes. Check with Henry County Planning and Zoning and your HOA before ordering large quantities to confirm setbacks, floodplain restrictions, and permit needs. If in doubt, call our team and we can flag potential regulatory concerns before delivery.

Small residential jobs typically use a rented plate compactor or walk-behind roller, while larger jobs use a vibratory roller or sheepsfoot roller for deeper lifts. Renting a plate compactor in the Stockbridge area often costs about $50 to $100 per day; hiring a contractor to compact and finish a driveway or yard can add several hundred to a few thousand dollars depending on size and equipment needed. Always compact in lifts (6 to 8 inches) and ask your installer about lift thickness for local clay conditions.

Fill dirt is intended to raise and level grade and is not designed as a structural driving surface. Crusher run and road base contain crushed stone and fines that lock together and provide a stable, compactable driving surface. In Stockbridge you should use fill dirt to correct elevation, then cap it with several inches of road base or crusher run (and then compact) for a durable driveway.

A driveway that is only fill dirt will degrade quickly; a properly built driveway uses compacted fill to set grade, a capped layer of road base or crusher run, and periodic maintenance. With a good base and regular grading/spot repairs after heavy rains, expect several years of service; add fresh stone or recompact every 1 to 3 years depending on usage and drainage. Regularly check drainage, fix ruts, and keep vegetation from undermining edges.

Hello Gravel typically uses contracted tri-axle dump trucks for residential deliveries, which commonly carry roughly 12 to 16 cubic yards (about 15 to 20 tons) depending on local hauling limits. Smaller jobs may be delivered by smaller straight trucks, but tight driveways, low-hanging wires, or soft ground can require smaller trucks or offloading farther from the drop point and may increase the delivery fee. Provide photos and notes at checkout and our team will confirm the best delivery option and any access-related charges.

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.