Fill Dirt in Holly Springs, NC

Hello Gravel's standard delivery window is 2+ business days from order processing, with a next-day option available for orders placed before noon CST for an additional fee. Minimum order quantity is 3 tons; most deliveries arrive by dump truck (commonly tri-axle). Exact timing and truck access depend on your address in Holly Springs and supplier availability, so check your zip code at checkout or contact our team.

Holly Springs sits in the Piedmont area, where clay and red clay subsoils are common; these soils can hold moisture and exhibit low natural drainage. That means fill dirt may compact well but can stay wet and settle more if heavy clay or poor drainage exists, so plan on proper grading and drainage measures when placing fill dirt. If you expect significant water flow near the fill, consider drainage improvements or a more granular material.

Many suppliers around West North Carolina offer both screened (fines and small rocks removed) and unscreened (cheaper, with small rocks and root fragments) fill dirt options. Prices vary by supplier, delivery distance, and whether the material is screened; typical delivered price ranges in the region often fall roughly in the low tens to low thirties per ton, but exact rates depend on your zip code and order size. Use Hello Gravel to compare local supplier options and pricing for Holly Springs addresses.

Measure the area in square feet and the depth in feet, then use cubic yards = (area x depth) / 27. For a quick ton estimate for fill dirt, use tons = cubic yards x 1.3 (this accounts for typical loose weight and moisture in the region); actual weight can vary with moisture and compaction. Example: to raise a 500 sq ft yard by 6 inches (0.5 ft): (500 x 0.5) / 27 = 9.26 cubic yards ≈ 12 tons; round up for settling and compaction.

Many projects that change grade, affect stormwater, or create large stockpiles can trigger town, county, or HOA rules in Holly Springs; requirements vary by neighborhood and project scale. Before ordering large volumes, check with the Town of Holly Springs planning or permitting office and review your HOA rules for restrictions on stockpiles, screening, setbacks, or erosion controls. If in doubt, call our team and we can point you toward local permitting contacts.

Heavy summer thunderstorms can make soils wet and muddy, delaying good compaction and causing tracking; late fall and winter freezes can also affect compaction and grading. The best windows for placing and compacting fill dirt in Holly Springs are typically spring through early fall when soils are drier and more stable. If you must work in wet conditions, expect slower progress, higher risk of rutting, and potentially higher hauling or equipment costs.

Fill dirt is an economical non-organic soil used to raise grade and fill voids but is not suitable for planting or final surface on a driveway. Crusher run or crushed stone is preferred for driveways and load-bearing base layers because it drains and compacts more predictably. Topsoil is for gardening and lawns because it contains organic matter, while engineered fill is specified, tested, and often required for structural foundations or heavy loads.

Contractors typically place fill dirt in 4- to 6-inch lifts and compact each lift thoroughly with a plate compactor or roller to reduce future settling. Remove organic material and large roots before placement, maintain consistent moisture for compaction (not saturated), and finish grade to provide positive drainage away from structures. For structural or engineered jobs, contractors may require compaction testing and a specified compaction target.

Filled areas commonly settle a bit over the first 1-2 years; expect to regrade low spots and add material as needed, especially after heavy rains. For non-vegetated areas, periodic regrading and adding 1-3 inches of material every few years is typical; vegetated areas will need topsoil and seed or sod on top of the fill to keep erosion down. Keep an eye on drainage and erosion during storm events to minimize future maintenance.

Drivers may be able to perform tailgate spreading at their discretion; you can request this service at checkout, but spreading is not guaranteed and will be assessed on arrival for safety and site access. Prepare a clear drop zone with safe truck access, remove vehicles or obstacles, and mark utilities or sensitive areas prior to delivery. If spreading is required beyond what a driver can safely do, consider hiring local equipment and a contractor for final grading.

Hello Gravel can help connect you with local suppliers and you can ask for referrals to landscapers or contractors who handle grading and compaction in Holly Springs. Labor rates vary by scope—small residential jobs may be quoted per hour ($50-$100+ per hour) or per cubic yard/linear foot depending on equipment and crew, while larger jobs are often quoted as a line item. Always get several bids, ask for references, and confirm whether the contractor includes hauling, grading, compaction, and erosion controls in their estimate.

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.