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 Whittier Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Whittier homeowners are part of a compact but active community: the city population is 4,940, with a surrounding metro area population of 2.3+ million. With a steady growth rate of 2.80% annually, local demand for home improvement and small-scale construction projects is rising. Whittier's moderate climate — 228 sunny days per year and annual rainfall of 34.00 inches, located in hardiness zone 8b — supports diverse planting but also means drainage and soil stability are important year-round. That mix of growth and climate drives the need for dependable aggregates: homeowners regularly raise grades, backfill foundations, correct low spots, and build planting terraces. For these jobs, quality fill dirt reduces settlement, improves compaction, and creates a stable base for patios, sheds, and walkways, making material choice and accurate quantity calculation essential for lasting results.Popular Projects in Whittier This Season
- Yard Grade Raise Fill Dirt25 tons
- Driveway Base Fill Dirt40 tons
- Septic Bed Prep Fill Dirt60 tons
- Foundation Backfill Fill Dirt150 tons
- Retaining Wall Backfill Fill Dirt35 tons
Whittier Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West North Carolina
- 🏘️ Population: 4,940
- 🏡 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 Whittier Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: High Soil Moisture
- May–Sept: Summer Drying Risk
- Dec–Jan: Cold Weather Limits
Summer Tip: In Whittier's 34.00-inch annual rainfall environment, place fill dirt in 4-6 inch lifts and compact each layer to reduce future settling; add shallow drainage swales on slopes to divert runoff.
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Orders Under 5 Tons - Add 20% extra to your estimated gravel needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Whittier Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Whittier.
Generally yes: fill dirt is usually less expensive per ton than decorative gravel because it is a basic subgrade material without stone or screening. Prices in Whittier vary by supplier and haul distance from regional quarries, so use Hello Gravel to get local quotes and compare delivery fees before ordering.
Order online and select a delivery date; Hello Gravel connects you with a local supplier and contracted dump truck for delivery, typically within 2+ business days. Minimum orders start at 3 tons, trucks are usually tri-axle dump trucks, and drivers may offer tailgate spreading at their discretion — request it at checkout but expect the driver to assess safety on arrival.
Clear vegetation and mark utilities (call 811) before any work, then place fill in 6-inch lifts and compact each layer to reduce settlement. In West North Carolina's hilly terrain, slope and drainage are critical — taper fills away from structures and consider geotextile fabric on steep or soft spots to improve stability.
Prices depend on supplier, truck size, and hauling distance; a single tri-axle load of local fill dirt in the region commonly falls within a modest price range. For an accurate number for your address in Whittier, request a quote through Hello Gravel so we can factor local availability and delivery fees.
A typical tri-axle dump truck delivers about 10 to 12 cubic yards loose, which before compaction covers roughly 500 to 650 sq ft at a 6-inch depth. Expect final coverage to be slightly less after compaction and depending on how much rock or organic material the load contains.
For 1,000 sq ft at a 6-inch depth you need about 19 cubic yards (1,000 x 0.5 ft / 27). Fill dirt density varies, but that is roughly 22 to 25 tons; use Hello Gravel's material calculator or request a quote to get a precise estimate for your project.
One cubic yard covers about 54 sq ft at a 6-inch depth, 108 sq ft at a 3-inch depth, and 27 sq ft at a 12-inch depth. Allow extra for compaction and settling, especially in Whittier's wetter mountain climate.
No. For driveway subgrade or to build stable grades you should plan on at least 6 to 12 inches of compacted fill dirt plus a crushed stone base and surface gravel. Two inches of fill is only a light top dressing and will settle quickly in Whittier's rainy conditions.
Compact the fill dirt in layers, smooth to grade, and install a layer of crushed stone or aggregate base (typically 4 to 8 inches) before the finish gravel. In some spots a geotextile fabric can help separate soft soils from the base and improve drainage on steep or wet sections common around Whittier.
A common tri-axle dump truck carries about 10 to 12 cubic yards, which converts to roughly 12 to 15 tons of fill dirt depending on moisture and material composition. Smaller or larger trucks will change those numbers, so confirm truck size when ordering through Hello Gravel.
Ordering bulk by the ton or yard is usually more economical than small loads or bagged soil, and Hello Gravel helps you compare local suppliers and delivery options. Reusing on-site materials when suitable or scheduling delivery during off-peak days may also reduce costs, but always check material quality for load-bearing needs.
Permit requirements vary by project size and local zoning; minor landscaping fills often do not require permits, but large grading, retaining walls, or fills near waterways typically need town or county approval. Contact your local building or zoning office before major fills and follow erosion-control rules common in mountain communities.
Western North Carolina soils can be rocky, clay-rich, and subject to heavy rainfall, which affects drainage and compaction. That means you should plan for good compaction, proper slope gradient, and possibly added base material or geotextile in low spots to avoid settling and runoff issues.
Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers who handle large-volume orders and coordinate large truck fleets and delivery schedules across the region. For big jobs, request a custom quote so we can arrange the right truck size, staging plan, and delivery cadence for your Whittier site.
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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