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 High Shoals Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
High Shoals is a small but growing community with a population of 609, sitting within a fast-expanding metro that serves a 2.3+ million person region. With a growth rate of 2.80% annually, homeowners are seeing more remodeling, yard regrading, and small-scale construction that require reliable aggregates. The local climate—about 228/year sunny days, 34.00 inches of annual rainfall, and a hardiness zone of 8b—means soil movement and erosion can be seasonal concerns. That combination of steady development and variable weather leads homeowners to look for quality fill dirt for grading, raising low spots, and preparing bases for patios, driveways, and outbuildings. Fill dirt is a practical choice in High Shoals because properly graded, low-organic fill helps stabilize yards exposed to heavy summer rains and sun. A good fill dirt mix compacts well, resists washout during the region’s 34.00 inches of annual rainfall, and creates a stable base that works with local soils and the area’s seasonal cycles. Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers and professional dump-truck delivery, making it easy to order the right amount (minimum 3 tons), pick a delivery date, and get material sourced near High Shoals so it better matches regional geology and performance needs.Popular Projects in High Shoals This Season
- Foundation Backfill Fill Dirt25 tons
- Driveway Base Fill Dirt40 tons
- Septic Pad Fill Dirt15 tons
- Lot Grading Fill Dirt120 tons
- Raised Garden Bed Fill Dirt8 tons
High Shoals Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West North Carolina
- 🏘️ Population: 609
- 🏡 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 High Shoals Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: High Moisture Risk
- May–Sept: Good Summer Compaction
- Dec–Jan: Cold Weather Limits
Summer Tip: For High Shoals yards, choose low-organic, well-graded fill dirt and compact in 6-inch lifts to reduce settling after heavy rains. Schedule delivery for drier days when possible to make compaction easier.
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Frequently Asked Questions - High Shoals Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in High Shoals.
Fill dirt prices vary by local supply and distance, but in small North Carolina towns like High Shoals you can typically expect modest per-ton pricing with Hello Gravel's minimum order of 3 tons. Standard delivery is 2+ business days and next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee; regional fees or minimums may apply. Add a note at checkout if you need tailgate spreading, but the driver will decide if it is safe to perform.
Fill dirt alone is not ideal as a finished driveway surface in hilly or rocky areas because it compacts poorly and can erode or rut in wet weather. For driveways, use properly compacted structural or engineered fill as a subgrade, then cap with crushed stone or gravel for drainage and durability. Consult a local contractor if slopes, rock, or poor soils are present to determine if engineered fill or geotextile stabilization is needed.
Yes. Hot, humid summers and periodic freeze-thaw cycles in western North Carolina can affect moisture content, compaction, and surface erosion of fill dirt. Proper grading, compaction in lifts, and a permeable cap (crushed stone or gravel) reduce erosion and settlement risk. Adding vegetation or erosion control on exposed slopes helps prevent washouts during heavy rain.
To raise 1,000 square feet by 3 inches you need about 9.3 cubic yards of material, which is roughly 12 to 13 tons depending on moisture and compaction. A practical estimate is about 1.3 tons per cubic yard for typical fill dirt, but weight can vary so use the Hello Gravel material calculator or ask our team for help with your exact dimensions. Remember our minimum order is 3 tons, so small jobs may still meet that requirement.
For a typical 12 ft by 40 ft driveway you would need about 6 cubic yards to add a 4-inch base, which translates to roughly 7.5 to 9 tons depending on moisture and compaction. If you plan a thicker structural base or are building on soft soil, order additional material and consider engineered fill. Use Hello Gravel's calculator or contact our team with your driveway dimensions for a tailored estimate.
Common alternatives include topsoil, sand, crushed stone, and engineered structural fill. Fill dirt is usually the cheapest option for bulk volume but has poor drainage compared with sand or crushed stone; crushed stone or gravel provide the best drainage and load-bearing performance but cost more. For septic or load-bearing applications, engineered fill or compacted crushed stone is usually recommended despite the higher cost.
Yes. Check with the City of High Shoals and your county permitting office for local driveway approach, grading, and septic backfill requirements, and contact NCDOT if your project ties into a state road. Septic backfill typically must meet county health department standards and driveway approaches often require a permit or inspection. Confirm requirements before ordering material to avoid rework or removal costs.
For a driveway base use structural or engineered fill with a mixture of coarse particles and some fines, compacted in lifts, and then cover with crushed stone for drainage. For general landscaping fill, regular fill dirt or select fill (fewer organics and debris) is acceptable and often cheaper. Because regional soils in West North Carolina can be clayey, ask for a denser, well-draining fill or add coarse aggregate where drainage is critical.
Contractor fees vary, but for small local jobs expect mobilization and equipment time to drive costs; typical installed rates range from about $10 to $25 per cubic yard for spreading and compaction, or roughly $150 to $600 total for a modest driveway or yard-raise job. Rates depend on access, slope, and whether the contractor needs a skid steer, small dozer, or plate compactor. Always get multiple quotes and confirm whether material delivery and spreading are included.
As a compacted subgrade beneath a proper gravel or stone cap, fill dirt can perform well for many years, often 10+ years with good drainage and maintenance. As a finished surface without a gravel cap, fill dirt will likely rut and erode within months to a few years in North Carolina weather. Regular maintenance and a permeable surface layer significantly extend service life.
Both options occur in this region. Hello Gravel connects customers with local suppliers who can deliver to High Shoals, and some drivers may offer limited tailgate spreading at their discretion; many homeowners still hire local contractors for precise placement and proper compaction. If you need placement, request it at checkout and contact our team to coordinate contractors if you prefer a turn-key solution.
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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