Versatile, lower-grade soil commonly used for volume and elevation changes in various construction and landscaping projects. Great for leveling or grading ground, backfilling pools and filling ditches, and evening out low points or depressions on your property.
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Fill Dirt
Versatile, lower-grade soil commonly used for volume and elevation changes in various construction and landscaping projects. Great for leveling or grading ground, backfilling pools and filling ditches, and evening out low points or depressions on your property.
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Why Clayton Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Clayton has a population of 83,366 and sits within a growing regional market that supports 2.3+ million residents. With an annual growth rate of 2.80%, demand for new landscaping, driveway work, and small residential construction is rising in and around the city. Clayton’s climate—about 228 sunny days per year, 34.00 inches of annual rainfall, and USDA hardiness zone 8b—creates conditions where yards need both sun-tolerant plantings and reliable drainage. That mix of development pressure and mixed moisture conditions makes quality aggregates important: homeowners and contractors choose dependable materials to control erosion, establish proper grades, and create stable bases for patios, sheds, and driveways. Because local soils vary, sourcing fill dirt that compacts well and contains low organic matter helps prevent future settling and drainage problems. Fill dirt is a practical, cost-effective material for Clayton projects that need mass and stability without the organic content of topsoil. In a place that receives 34.00 inches of rain a year, properly selected and compacted fill dirt improves runoff control and reduces erosion on slopes and graded lots. Typical uses include raising low spots, backfilling foundations, building terraces, and forming a stable subgrade under hardscapes. Hello Gravel connects Clayton homeowners with local suppliers and haulers so you can order the right volume online, choose a delivery date, and get materials delivered by dump truck. Standard delivery generally requires 2+ business days; next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST with an additional fee. Use our material calculator and local guidance to pick fill dirt that matches your project and site conditions.Popular Projects in Clayton This Season
- Yard Regrade Fill Dirt35 tons
- Driveway Low Spot Fill Dirt10 tons
- Shed Pad Fill Dirt12 tons
- Septic Mound Fill Dirt80 tons
- Foundation Backfill Fill Dirt120 tons
Clayton Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West North Carolina
- 🏘️ Population: 83,366
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.3+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.00 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 2.80% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Clayton Projects
- Oct–Nov: Ideal Fall Moisture
- Feb–Apr: Wet Spring Conditions
- May–Sept: Dry Summer Shrinkage
- Dec–Jan: Freeze Thaw Risk
Summer Tip: For best results in Claytons's rainy climate, place fill dirt in 6- to 8-inch lifts and compact each layer; this reduces settling after heavy rains (Clayton averages 34.00 inches of annual rainfall).
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Frequently Asked Questions - Clayton Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Clayton.
Delivery cost depends on how many tons you order, where in Clayton you are, and whether you need optional services like tailgate spreading. Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum and offers transparent pricing at checkout; typical delivered fill dirt in the Clayton area commonly runs between $12 and $30 per ton, but check your zip code for exact quotes. Standard delivery is 2+ business days; next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee.
Prices vary by local supply and demand, screening, and moisture content, but in the West North Carolina region you can generally expect fill dirt to fall in a roughly $10 to $25 per ton range delivered. Regional sourcing means material texture and price reflect local geology, so use Hello Gravel’s quote tool or call our team to get a firm price for your zip code. Large contractor orders may have different pricing than small residential loads.
For a typical 2-car driveway about 20 ft by 20 ft (400 sq ft) at a 6-inch depth, you need roughly 200 cubic feet, which equals about 7.4 cubic yards or roughly 8 to 10 tons of fill dirt depending on moisture and compaction. We recommend ordering toward the higher end to allow for compaction and minor grading adjustments; Hello Gravel’s material calculator can give a precise amount based on your exact dimensions.
Fill dirt is commonly used to raise grade or fill low spots, but it is not the best finish base on clay soils common around Clayton because clay holds water and can cause settlement. For a durable driveway on clay, use a compacted aggregate base (crushed stone or crusher-run) over geotextile fabric and reserve fill dirt for sub-fill or non-structural areas. If you plan to use fill dirt, ensure proper drainage and professional compaction to minimize future settling.
Yes. Clayton’s humid climate and spring rains increase moisture content in fill materials, which can make uncompacted fill dirt settle or rut and slow compaction efforts. Good site drainage, proper lift thickness, and compaction when the material is at the right moisture level greatly reduce problems. For projects in wet seasons, coordinate delivery and compaction with your contractor to avoid working when soils are too saturated.
If fill dirt is properly placed in thin lifts, compacted to spec, and covered by a structural aggregate or pavement, it can perform well for many years as a subgrade. Left as the primary base without proper aggregate or drainage, it is more likely to settle and degrade within months to a few years, especially on wet clay soils. For long-term performance, contractors typically recommend engineered base materials and compaction testing for critical driveways.
For septic systems and situations where drainage is critical, crushed stone or clean gravel is the preferred material because it allows water to pass and provides stable support. Fill dirt is appropriate for bulk grading, raising yard elevations, and non-draining backfill where compaction and settlement are acceptable. Always follow local health department and septic designer recommendations for septic projects in Johnston County.
Yes. Many contractors and earthwork crews in Clayton and Johnston County offer compaction, grading, and placement services and can handle fill dirt delivered by Hello Gravel. You can request tailgate spreading at checkout (driver discretion) but for reliable compaction and grading, hire a contractor with plate compactors or rollers. If you need referrals, contact our sales team and we can advise on local resources.
Hello Gravel has a minimum order of 3 tons and deliveries are typically made by contracted dump trucks; check the checkout for any area-specific minimums or fees. Permit requirements are usually not needed for small private property deliveries, but large grading, stormwater changes, or right-of-way placement may require permits from Johnston County or your HOA—always check before placing large orders. Avoid dumping in public rights-of-way or near utilities, and add delivery instructions in the Order Notes to help the driver place material correctly.
For general landscaping, place fill dirt in 4-inch to 6-inch lifts and compact each lift until firm; for driveway subgrades aim for 6 to 8 inches of compacted material beneath a structural aggregate layer. Compaction best practices call for compacting in thin lifts (about 4 inches) and achieving a dense, uniform surface; for critical projects contractors often target 90% to 95% of Standard Proctor density and may perform tests. If your project is structural or load-bearing, consult a local contractor or engineer for site-specific specs.
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.
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