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 Pasadena Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Pasadena, with a city population of 124,290, sits inside a growing Houston-The Woodlands region and sees steady residential and commercial activity driven by a 0.70% annual growth rate. The local subtropical climate—228 sunny days and 34.25 inches of rain each year in hardiness zone 8b—supports year-round outdoor projects but also means homeowners must plan for both sun and occasional heavy rains. That combination increases demand for reliable aggregates to manage grading, erosion control, and site preparation for patios, driveways, garages, and raised planting beds. Homeowners and contractors alike look for materials that compact well, support structures, and help direct water away from foundations, so choosing the right fill material is an important part of any landscaping or construction plan.Popular Projects in Pasadena This Season
- House Pad Fill Dirt400 tons
- Yard Regrade Fill Dirt75 tons
- Driveway Raise Fill Dirt30 tons
- Pool Backfill Fill Dirt60 tons
- Utility Trench Fill Dirt20 tons
Pasadena Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: Houston-The Woodlands, TX
- 🏘️ Population: 124,290
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.25 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.70% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Pasadena Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Moisture
- Feb–Apr: Spring Wet Risk
- May–Sept: Heavy Rain Risk
- Dec–Jan: Cool Stable Compaction
Summer Tip: Use fill dirt as structural subsoil for grading and backfill, not as a planting medium. In Pasadena, compact fill dirt in layers and slope it away from structures to reduce settling and improve drainage; contact our team to confirm volumes and placement.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Pasadena Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Pasadena.
Generally yes — basic fill dirt is usually cheaper per ton than decorative or crushed gravel in the Pasadena/Houston area because it is unprocessed subsoil. Prices vary by supplier, distance hauled, and tonnage, so check local quotes; Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum and can provide exact pricing for your zip code.
Fill dirt is subsoil with minimal organic matter used to raise grade or fill holes; it often contains clay and sand common to the Houston coastal plain. Gravel is rock or crushed stone used for drainage and surfaces; gravel drains better and makes a stable base, while fill dirt is for bulk elevation and structural fill when compacted.
Fill dirt alone is not a good driveway surface because it does not drain well and can rut or wash out in Houston's heavy rains. You can use compacted fill dirt as the subgrade to raise and level the area, but finish with a layer of road base and crushed stone or asphalt for a durable driveway.
A quick way to estimate: 1 cubic yard covers 1,000 sq ft at about 0.32 inches deep (or 324 sq ft at 1 inch). For a common 6-inch lift you would need about 18.5 cubic yards, which in Houston-area soils equals roughly 20 to 25 tons depending on moisture and compaction. Order a little extra to account for settlement and compaction.
Most tri-axle dump trucks used locally hold about 10 to 12 cubic yards loose, which for fill dirt often translates to roughly 12 to 20 tons depending on moisture and compaction. Exact capacity depends on the truck and local weight limits; Hello Gravel coordinates the right truck and can provide an estimated load for your order.
Cost varies with distance, material quality, and demand — in the Pasadena/Houston area a single dump load of basic fill dirt commonly ranges from a few hundred to several hundred dollars. For an exact price we recommend getting a delivery quote through Hello Gravel because we factor local supplier rates, delivery, and truck size.
You can place gravel over compacted fill dirt, but you should remove organic topsoil first and compact the fill in lifts to minimize future settlement. In Pasadena's clay soils, proper compaction and a separating fabric or a base layer of crushed stone help prevent mixing and drainage problems.
Fill dirt itself usually does not improve drainage; local Pasadena clays can hold water and slow infiltration, so using clean stone or gravel in drainage zones is better. If you raise grade with fill dirt, slope the area away from foundations and consider a drainage plan to avoid pooling during Houston's heavy rain events.
Engineered or select fill is preferred for foundation backfill; generic fill dirt with high clay content common in Pasadena may shrink or swell and affect settlement. Consult your engineer or contractor — for structural backfill they often specify granular, compactible material placed in controlled lifts and compacted to meet local code.
For best results in the Houston area, place fill dirt in thin lifts (commonly 4 to 8 inches) and compact each lift with mechanical compaction to reduce future settling. Follow any engineer specifications for compaction percentage; if you do not compact properly, you can expect more settlement, especially in wet, clay-rich Pasadena soils.
Replacing organic topsoil with clean fill dirt can reduce some pest habitats because it removes decayed organic matter that attracts insects and burrowing animals. However, fill dirt does not eliminate all pests; good yard drainage and removing debris are also important in Pasadena's humid climate.
No — fill dirt is poor for planting because it lacks organic matter and nutrients; use topsoil or a topsoil/compost mix for gardens and lawns. If you must raise beds with fill dirt, cap it with several inches of quality topsoil to support plant growth and water retention.
Avoid using fill dirt where good drainage, plant growth, or a finished surface is required — for example, directly under patios, as the final driveway surface, or in garden beds. In Pasadena, also avoid using unconsolidated fill near foundations without engineering approval because local clays and high water tables can cause settling or movement.
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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