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 Woodfin Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Woodfin, with a city population of 7,550, sits in a growing regional market that supports steady home improvement and small-scale development. Nearby demand is also driven by a metro area population of 2.3+ million, and the local climate—228 sunny days per year, 34.00 inches of annual rainfall, and hardiness zone 8b—creates both opportunity and challenges for landscaping and exterior construction. Homeowners here are often renovating yards, building terraces, and fixing drainage after storms, so they look for consistent, well-graded materials that compact reliably and resist washout. Quality fill materials reduce rework, protect foundations, and help shape yards for proper runoff in Woodfin's mixed-slope terrain. Fill Dirt is a practical choice for many local projects because it provides stable bulk material for grading, raising low spots, and backfilling foundations where native soils may be soft or uneven after heavy rain. With 34.00 inches of rain annually, properly compacted fill dirt helps prevent settling and channelized erosion; paired with gravel or drainage solutions it improves long-term performance. Hello Gravel connects homeowners with local suppliers and professional haulers, offers transparent pricing, and schedules delivery to your preferred date—standard delivery in 2+ business days with a next‑day option for qualifying orders—so you get the right Fill Dirt on time and from regional sources that reflect local geology.Popular Projects in Woodfin This Season
- Yard Grade Fill Dirt30 tons
- Driveway Subbase Fill Dirt85 tons
- Septic Mound Fill Dirt18 tons
- Foundation Backfill Fill Dirt40 tons
- Retaining Wall Backfill Fill Dirt22 tons
Woodfin Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West North Carolina
- 🏘️ Population: 7,550
- 🏡 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 Woodfin Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Moisture
- Feb–Apr: Spring Wet Conditions
- May–Sept: High Heat Drying
- Dec–Jan: Frozen Ground Limits
Summer Tip: For Woodfin’s wet-season conditions and 34.00 inches of annual rain, place Fill Dirt in thin lifts and compact each layer; request compaction guidance from your supplier at checkout to reduce settling and erosion.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Woodfin Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Woodfin.
Fill dirt prices in Woodfin vary by supplier, haul distance, and load size, so there is no single fixed rate. Hello Gravel shows upfront delivered pricing for your zip code at checkout (minimum 3 tons) and can connect you with local suppliers for exact per-ton and delivery fees. Expect price drivers to include access challenges on steep or narrow drives and any requested spreading services.
Use this quick rule: cubic yards = area (sq ft) x depth (inches) / 324, then multiply cubic yards by about 1.2 to get tons (fill dirt density varies). Examples: a 12' x 50' driveway (600 sq ft) at 4" needs ≈7.4 cy or ≈9 tons; a 10' x 12' patio (120 sq ft) at 4" needs ≈1.5 cy or ≈2 tons; a 20' x 20' slab approach (400 sq ft) at 6" needs ≈7.4 cy or ≈9 tons. Always order a little extra (5-10%) to allow for grading and compaction.
Yes. Woodfin's hilly landscape and higher rainfall increase erosion and settling risks for plain fill dirt compared with granular materials. On slopes and in freeze-thaw cycles, fill dirt can retain water, slump, or wash out unless properly compacted, terraced, or protected with erosion control and drainage measures. For areas that need good drainage or load-bearing support, granular engineered fill or crushed stone is often a better choice.
Yes. Hello Gravel partners with vetted local suppliers and haulers across West North Carolina and can provide delivered fill dirt quotes to Woodfin zip codes. For installation, we recommend local excavators and landscapers experienced with Buncombe County slopes; our sales team can advise on common local contractors or you can ask for recommendations at checkout.
Permits and inspections depend on the project type. Foundations, structural backfill, and septic work often require permits and compaction testing from Buncombe County or the Town of Woodfin; septic systems have state and county rules on approved materials. Contact Woodfin Town Hall or Buncombe County Building Inspections before ordering to confirm requirements and whether engineered fill or testing will be required.
Fill dirt compacts moderately but usually drains poorly compared with gravel or crushed rock, so it can hold water and be prone to sliding on steep slopes. On grades common in Woodfin, contractors typically use engineered fill, geotextile, retaining walls, and drainage swales to stabilize slopes and reduce erosion. If you must use fill dirt on a slope, plan for extra compaction, erosion control, and professional advice.
Fill dirt will settle and may need minor top-up or regrading within the first year as it consolidates, with additional maintenance possible after heavy rain or freeze-thaw cycles. Expect to monitor exposed fills for erosion after major storms and be prepared to add material or stabilize areas within 1 to 3 years, depending on exposure and drainage. Using proper compaction and erosion controls at installation reduces ongoing maintenance.
Buyers often worry about compaction, drainage, contamination (organics), color/texture differences, and delivery access on steep drives. Address concerns by asking suppliers for material specs (clean fill, low organics), planning for compaction or engineered fill where needed, requesting photos or local samples, confirming truck access and tipping locations, and ordering a modest overage for settlement.
A typical tri-axle dump truck carries about 10–14 cubic yards (roughly 12–17 tons of fill dirt, depending on moisture and density). Coverage per cubic yard: 4" depth = 81 sq ft, 6" depth = 54 sq ft, 12" depth = 27 sq ft. So a 12-cubic-yard load covers about 972 sq ft at 4" or about 324 sq ft at 12", but always confirm truck size and material density when ordering.
Fill dirt is an affordable option for raising grade, backfilling non-structural areas, and general landscaping where drainage and load-bearing are not critical. Crushed stone or class II road base is better for driveways, structural bases, and areas needing drainage and compaction; engineered fill is required for foundations, retaining walls, and other structural uses where compaction specifications must be met. For Woodfin's slopes and wet conditions, choose granular or engineered materials when drainage, frost protection, or structural stability are priorities.
Measure the area and depth using the cubic yard formula, allow 5–10% extra for settling, and check truck access and tipping location on steep or narrow properties. Note any preferences in Order Notes at checkout (color or topsoil needs), request tailgate spreading at checkout if desired (driver discretion), and contact Hello Gravel early to confirm delivery timing and any site restrictions. If the job is structural or on a slope, consult a local contractor or engineer before ordering.
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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