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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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 Dudley Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Dudley, with a city population of 9,300 and located inside a metro area of 2.3+ million residents, is seeing steady development driven by a 2.80% annual growth rate. The local climate—about 228 sunny days per year and an annual rainfall of 34.00 inches in hardiness zone 8b—supports both active landscaping and ongoing residential projects. That combination of growth and climate creates demand for reliable building materials: homeowners are frequently raising grades, filling low spots, backfilling foundations, and preparing sites for patios, sheds, and utility trenches. For these projects, quality fill dirt matters because it compacts predictably, reduces future settlement, and provides a stable base for topsoil, paving, or structures. Local geology and seasonal weather mean that choosing the right fill material up front saves time and costly rework later.Popular Projects in Dudley This Season
- Backyard Leveling Fill Dirt12 tons
- Driveway Base Fill Dirt45 tons
- Garage Pad Fill Dirt60 tons
- Septic Backfill Fill Dirt20 tons
- Retaining Wall Backfill Fill Dirt30 tons
Dudley Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West North Carolina
- 🏘️ Population: 9,300
- 🏡 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 Dudley Projects
- Oct–Nov: Good Fall Compaction
- Feb–Apr: Wet Spring Risk
- May–Sept: High Heat Drying
- Dec–Jan: Frozen Ground Limits
Summer Tip: With Dudley’s annual rainfall of 34.00 inches, compact fill dirt in 4–6 inch lifts and test for settlement before finishing landscaping. Add gravel or coarse sand to the base on steep slopes to improve drainage.
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Orders Under 5 Tons - Add 20% extra to your estimated gravel needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Dudley Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Dudley.
Delivery cost varies by distance, truck type, and load size. In Dudley expect modest delivery fees for local suppliers within 10-20 miles; Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum and often offers free delivery in many areas, but exact fees are shown at checkout. For a precise estimate, enter your zip code on Hello Gravel or call our team to get local supplier rates.
For general yard leveling and non-structural fills in Dudley, a clean, well-graded fill dirt with low organic content is best. For driveway subgrade and foundation backfill, choose denser, compactable fill (engineered fill or select fill) rather than topsoil; contractors often prefer pit-run or compactable clay/silt mixes for stability. If structural support is required, ask us for engineered fill or consult a geotechnical engineer.
Hot summers dry the surface and can cause shrinkage, while wet winters increase pore water and risk of settling or erosion. Good grading and drainage are essential: slope final grade away from structures and install swales, drains, or gravel layers to manage runoff. Avoid using organic-rich soils for critical fills because they retain moisture and break down over time.
Calculate cubic yards first: cubic yards = (area in ft^2 × depth in inches) / 324. Convert to tons using an average factor of about 1.3 tons per cubic yard for typical fill dirt (this varies by moisture and compaction). Example: a 10'×20' driveway with 4" of fill is about 2.5 cy ≈ 3.2 tons. For precise estimates on irregular areas, use Hello Gravel’s material calculator or contact our team.
Hello Gravel connects you with suppliers in and around Dudley and the greater West North Carolina region. Typical delivery radiuses for bulk truckloads are 10-30 miles; longer hauls may incur added fees. Enter your zip code to see available local suppliers and delivery charges for your exact location.
Contractors in the Dudley area recommend placing fill in 4- to 6-inch lifts and compacting each layer with a plate compactor or roller to achieve uniform density. Keep the fill near optimum moisture for compaction and avoid placing wet, clumpy material in winter. For structural fills or near foundations, follow engineer specifications for compaction percentage and testing.
Fill dirt is primarily for raising grade and filling holes; it is not a finished surface material. Crusher run and road base are crushed stone blends with fines designed for load-bearing surfaces like driveways and patios and provide better drainage and compaction for traffic. Use fill dirt for bulk volume and shaping, then cap with road base or crusher run where a stable driving surface is required.
Local rules vary; small landscaping fills rarely require permits, but large fills, changes to drainage, or work in regulated wetlands and stream buffers may need permits from Robeson County or state agencies. Check with Dudley town offices or Robeson County planning and the NC Department of Environmental Quality before major grading or fills near waterways. When in doubt, consult local permitting offices to avoid fines or required remediation.
New fill commonly settles 2-10% of its original depth over the first year, with most settlement happening in the first few months, especially after wet seasons in Dudley. Plan to overfill slightly and regrade or add top dressing after initial settlement. Periodic regrading, adding topsoil for planting, and addressing drainage will minimize long-term maintenance.
Yes. Slopes and creek buffers are sensitive: loose fill can erode during Dudley’s wet winters and harm downstream water quality. Use erosion control measures like silt fences, erosion control blankets, staged planting, and geotextile fabrics; maintain setbacks from creeks and follow local buffer rules. For large slope work, consult an erosion control specialist or your county conservation office.
Include exact delivery address, preferred drop location, gate or access instructions, contact phone number, and any obstacles like low-hanging wires or tight driveways. Note desired delivery date and request tailgate spreading if available, understanding drivers decide based on safety. If you need specific material type (low-organic, engineered fill), state it so suppliers can match your need.
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!
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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