Fill Dirt in Cameron, NC

Fill dirt is subsoil material with minimal organic matter used to raise grade, fill holes, or create level building pads. In Cameron and surrounding West North Carolina areas it is commonly used for yard regrading, raising low spots, preparing pads for lawns or structures, and as non-structural fill behind small retaining walls. Because local suppliers source material regionally, you may see color and texture differences compared with photos.

Prices vary with supplier, haul distance, and material quality, but fill dirt in the West North Carolina region commonly falls in a range rather than a single fixed price. Expect to see per-ton delivered estimates quoted online or by suppliers; check Hello Gravel for real-time quotes to your zip code to get an accurate delivered price for Cameron. Large orders and closer suppliers typically reduce the per-ton delivered cost.

Hello Gravel lists a 3-ton minimum order on our platform, and many local suppliers and haulers follow similar minimums for residential drops. Standard delivery is usually included or low-cost within a local radius, but rural deliveries or small loads can incur additional fees that vary by supplier; ask for an itemized delivery estimate during checkout. Standard delivery lead time is 2+ business days, with next-day options available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee.

For yard grading, ask for clean, non-organic subsoil with a mix of fines and small gravels that compacts well and sheds water—avoid material with roots or large debris. For driveways you generally should not rely solely on fill dirt as a wearing surface; use the fill dirt as compacted subgrade and finish with a structural crushed-stone base and surface material. When in doubt, request 'well-graded fill' or speak with a Hello Gravel sales rep to match the material to your project.

Calculate volume first: 1,000 sq ft at 6 inches (0.5 ft) is 500 cubic feet (about 18.5 cubic yards); at 3 inches (0.25 ft) it's 250 cubic feet (about 9.3 cubic yards). Fill dirt weight varies by moisture and compaction; using a common range of 1.2 to 1.5 tons per cubic yard, you would need roughly 22 to 28 tons for 6 inches and about 11 to 14 tons for 3 inches. Always order a small overage (5-10%) to allow for settlement and spreading losses.

Local rules vary: small residential fills often do not require a permit, but larger earthmoving, work in a floodplain, or work within 50-100 feet of streams may trigger county or state permitting and erosion-control requirements. In North Carolina, sediment and erosion controls are regulated; before major placement near waterways or on steep slopes contact Moore County Planning or the Cameron town office to confirm permit needs and setback requirements. If your project disturbs more than one acre, state stormwater or NPDES rules may apply.

Fill dirt can erode if placed on steep slopes or left loose during heavy rain common in West North Carolina. Best practices include compacting fill in lifts (4-6 inch layers), grading to promote sheet drainage away from structures, installing temporary erosion controls (silt fence, straw wattles), and stabilizing with vegetation or mulch as soon as practical. For steeper areas use terracing, retaining walls, or geotextile fabric to reduce washout risk.

Use fill dirt to raise grade and create a stable subgrade as long as it is free of organic material; it is not a finished surface. Use crushed stone as a structural base under driveways, slabs, and high-traffic surfaces because it drains and compacts well. Use topsoil for planting, lawns, and garden beds—do not substitute topsoil for structural fill because it contains organic matter and will settle and decompose.

Many local haulers may provide limited tailgate spreading at the driver's discretion; this service is often requested at checkout but not guaranteed. For full spreading, grading, or compacting services you will usually need a local landscaper or contractor; labor and equipment rates commonly range based on scope, often $40 to $100+ per hour for machine work, or a per-yard spreading charge from smaller operators. Ask Hello Gravel to add Order Notes for requests, and get quotes from local contractors if you need guaranteed spreading and compaction.

For structural work, place fill dirt in uniform lifts (commonly 4 to 8 inches loose depth) and compact each lift to a target of about 90-95% of Standard Proctor density as specified by a geotechnical engineer. For small residential jobs a plate compactor can work for shallow fills; larger areas typically require a vibratory roller or rented compacting equipment to reach the required density. Always verify compaction targets with your project engineer or local code if the fill supports a slab or foundation.

Yes. Wet winter and early spring weather in West North Carolina can slow quarry and hauling operations and increase lead times, while construction season increases demand in spring and summer. Hello Gravel's standard lead time is 2+ business days, but larger loads or rural deliveries may take longer; next-day delivery may be available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Plan earlier for big projects and check live availability in your zip code to lock in delivery dates.

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.