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 Engelhard Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Engelhard, population 820, is part of a growing regional market where residential and small-scale construction needs are expanding alongside a metro area population of 2.3+ million and a regional growth rate of 2.80% annually. The local climate—with 228 sunny days per year, an annual rainfall of 34.00 inches, and hardiness zone 8b—encourages year-round outdoor projects but also requires materials that handle both wet spells and strong sun. Homeowners in Engelhard often take on grading, yard leveling, and foundation backfill work; those projects demand predictable, compactable materials. That is why quality aggregates matter: properly sourced fill dirt reduces settling, limits erosion, and creates a stable base for lawns, patios, and accessory structures, saving time and rework on sites where moisture and seasonal growth are active factors.Popular Projects in Engelhard This Season
- Yard Grading Fill Dirt12 tons
- Driveway Base Fill Dirt30 tons
- Foundation Backfill Fill Dirt25 tons
- Septic Trench Fill Dirt8 tons
- Landscape Berm Fill Dirt10 tons
Engelhard Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West North Carolina
- 🏘️ Population: 820
- 🏡 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 Engelhard Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Moisture
- Feb–Apr: High Moisture Risk
- May–Sept: Dry Heat Compaction
- Dec–Jan: Freeze Thaw Risk
Summer Tip: For Engelhard’s variable weather, order fill dirt timed for drier days and compact it in even layers to minimize settling; ask our team about local compaction tips.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Engelhard Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Engelhard.
Delivered prices for fill dirt in Engelhard typically vary with supplier, distance, and truck fees; expect a rough range of $15 to $30 per ton (about $20 to $45 per cubic yard). Rural coastal deliveries to Hyde County can be toward the higher end of that range because of hauling distance or limited local supply. For an exact quote for your address, check your zip code on Hello Gravel or request a local delivery estimate.
Hello Gravel partners with local aggregate yards, landscaping suppliers, and regional haulers who serve Engelhard; exact supplier names depend on your zip code. Our minimum order nationwide is 3 tons, but some suppliers or long-haul deliveries may have higher minimums or additional truck fees. When you enter your address on Hello Gravel we show available suppliers, minimums, and any delivery charges so you can compare options.
To raise 1,000 sq ft by 6 inches you need 500 cubic feet, which is 18.5 cubic yards of compacted material. Allowing 15-20% extra for placement and compaction, order about 22 to 23 cubic yards. Using a typical fill-dirt weight of about 1.4 tons per cubic yard, that equals roughly 30 to 33 tons; actual tonnage can vary with moisture and soil type, so check Hello Gravel's calculator or ask your supplier for a site-specific estimate.
Fill dirt can be used to raise yards and improve drainage, but in tidal or flood-prone areas around Engelhard it has limits: organic or unconsolidated fill will settle and may not resist erosion. For coastal settings, use clean, granular fill, proper compaction, geotextile fabrics, and drainage measures, and avoid placing fill in regulated wetlands or below required flood elevations without engineering. Consult Hyde County permitting and, for large or structural fills, a civil engineer before proceeding.
Place fill dirt in thin lifts (4 to 6 inches loose) and compact each lift with a plate compactor or roller until the soil is firm; contractors often target 90-95% of standard compaction for structural areas. Remove or avoid high-organic topsoil in structural fills, and finish with a granular base (crushed stone) under driveways and slabs for proper load-bearing and drainage. Also grade surfaces to slope away from structures at about 1-2% to shed water.
Fill dirt is primarily fine soil used to raise grade and will compact but is not an ideal finished base for driveways. Crusher run (crushed stone with fines) provides a stable, well-draining, interlocking base that resists rutting in wet coastal conditions and is preferred under driveways. Topsoil contains organics and holds moisture, so it is best for planting beds rather than base layers; use topsoil only where vegetation is intended.
Yes, large fills, grading in wetlands, or work within tidal areas often require local and state permits in Hyde County and can trigger review by the NC Division of Coastal Management and possibly the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Projects that change drainage, disturb more than an acre, or alter coastal shorelines usually need permits or approvals. Contact Hyde County planning and the NC coastal permitting office before major fills, and Hello Gravel can help you find local contacts.
Common issues include initial settlement, minor settling low spots, erosion during heavy storms, and occasional washouts in tidal or poorly drained locations. Expect to monitor the site after big storms and plan for touch-ups during the first 12 to 24 months; in exposed coastal areas budget for additional material to top up low spots and some erosion control (silt fence, riprap) as needed. Exact maintenance depends on placement, slope, and drainage; the more protection and compaction you use up front, the less maintenance you will need.
Yes, most local contractors charge separately for spreading and compacting; delivery is normally charged to bring material onsite while spreading/compaction is a labor or equipment service. Rates vary by job size and equipment needed—smaller homeowner jobs are commonly billed by the hour or flat-fee, while larger jobs may be priced per cubic yard. You can request spreading at checkout, but tailgate spreading by drivers is at their discretion, and hiring a contractor for compaction is often recommended for structural work.
For a driveway, aim for 6 to 12 inches of well-compacted structural fill topped with 4 to 6 inches of compacted crushed stone as your wearing surface; for heavy loads, increase structural fill to 8 to 12 inches. Install a slight crown or 1-2% cross slope and consider geotextile fabric over soft, wet soils to stabilize the subgrade and improve drainage. If you are near tidal areas, elevate to meet local flood or FEMA guidelines and provide positive surface and subsurface drainage to avoid saturation and washout.
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.
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