Fill Dirt in Manchester, MO

Generally yes: plain fill-dirt is usually less expensive per cubic yard or ton than crushed gravel because it has less processing. In West Missouri, local fill-dirt often contains native clay and silt that reduce cost but also reduce drainage and load-bearing capacity compared with gravel. For a specific price for delivery to Manchester, request a quote on Hello Gravel since rates vary by supplier and delivery distance.

Fill-dirt is mostly soil (clay, silt and some sand) used to raise or level ground, while gravel is crushed rock used for drainage and stable surfaces. In Manchester and West Missouri, fill-dirt will compact and hold shape but can retain water and settle, whereas gravel sheds water and provides a firmer base for driveways or pads. Choose fill-dirt for grading or building up low spots and use gravel where drainage and structural support are needed.

Multiply area by depth to get cubic yards: 1,000 sq ft at 2 inches deep is about 6.2 cubic yards, and at 4 inches deep about 12.3 cubic yards. A good rule of thumb for compacted fill-dirt is about 1.2 tons per cubic yard, so that is roughly 7 to 15 tons respectively — exact numbers depend on moisture and composition of local fill-dirt. Use Hello Gravel's material calculator or request a quote to get a delivery amount and price tailored to Manchester conditions.

Yes, but prepare the fill-dirt first: compact the fill in 4-6 inch lifts and correct soft or organic pockets to reduce future settling. In West Missouri's freeze-thaw climate, installing a layer of geotextile and compacting the fill before adding a gravel base helps prevent mixing and rutting. If you expect heavy loads, consider a thicker crushed stone base under the gravel for extra stability.

Hello Gravel commonly uses tri-axle dump trucks that carry roughly 12 to 14 loose cubic yards of fill-dirt per load, which typically equals about 14 to 20 tons depending on moisture and soil type. Smaller or larger trucks may be available from local suppliers, so check the truck type when ordering to confirm how much material will arrive. Remember our minimum order is 3 tons and you can schedule delivery dates through the checkout calendar.

Yes. Proper compaction is important in Manchester's soils to reduce future settling and to create a stable base for structures, driveways, or lawns. Compact in 4- to 6-inch lifts with the right equipment (plate compactor for small areas, roller for larger fills) and make sure moisture is adequate for compaction — your contractor or Hello Gravel's team can advise on local best practices. Drivers may offer tailgate spreading at their discretion, but compaction is the customer's responsibility unless arranged separately.

Estimate volume first: for example, a 20 ft wide by 40 ft long driveway filled 6 inches deep needs about 14.8 cubic yards (20 x 40 x 0.5 / 27). Multiply cubic yards by your supplier's price per cubic yard or convert to tons using about 1.2 tons per cubic yard to get a ton-based price; then add delivery and compaction costs. Prices vary regionally in West Missouri, so use Hello Gravel's quote tool or call our team for an accurate delivered price to Manchester.

Fill-dirt can be used to build up grading and level areas, but it is often low in organic matter and may compact hard, which can make it poor growing medium for grass or plants on its own. For lawns, place 3 to 4 inches of topsoil or amended soil over compacted fill-dirt to support healthy root growth. Consider local drainage and the clay content common to West Missouri soils when planning plantings to avoid waterlogging.

Confirm the material type (fill-dirt vs select fill or structural fill), truck size, delivered volume or tonnage, and expected delivery window for Manchester. Ask about regional soil characteristics (clay/silt content), whether spreading is available, and any additional fees such as short-load or offload charges. If unsure about quantities, use Hello Gravel's calculator or contact our team at 855-241-8884 for help with a Manchester-specific estimate.

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.