Fill Dirt in Potrero Hill, CA

Delivered fill-dirt prices in Potrero Hill typically vary based on supplier, haul distance, and job access; expect roughly $40 to $90 per cubic yard delivered as a starting range. Urban factors in Potrero Hill such as narrow streets, steep grades, and limited offload space can push costs toward the higher end. For an exact number, enter your zip code on our site or request a quote so we can factor local sourcing and truck routing.

A common tri-axle dump truck for loose fill-dirt carries about 10 to 12 cubic yards, which is roughly 12 to 17 tons depending on soil density. Using the per-cubic-yard range above, a single truckload in Potrero Hill will typically run in the neighborhood of $400 to $1,080 delivered, with final price depending on exact quantity, access, and any required permits or fees. Hello Gravel can show truck sizes and exact pricing in the checkout after you enter your delivery address.

It depends on the use: for structural backfill and driveway bases, well-graded crushed rock or compactible gravel is usually better than loose fill-dirt because it drains and compacts predictably. For raising low areas where you plan to plant lawn or garden, fill-dirt (clean native soil or topsoil blend) is often preferable. We sell both materials; tell us your project and we can recommend the right fill or gravel for Potrero Hill conditions and compaction needs.

Volumes for 1,000 sq ft: 2u0022 = about 6.2 cubic yards, 3u0022 = about 9.3 cubic yards, 4u0022 = about 12.4 cubic yards. At an estimated delivered price of $40 to $90 per cubic yard, total costs (material plus delivery) would be roughly: 2u0022 = $250 to $560, 3u0022 = $370 to $840, 4u0022 = $500 to $1,120. These are estimates; enter your address or request a quote to lock in exact pricing for Potrero Hill and any site-access fees.

Hello Gravel minimum order is 3 tons. Standard delivery is scheduled for 2+ business days with no extra fee in many areas, while next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an additional fee. Same-day delivery is not guaranteed and may be available only in select areas; Potrero Hill jobs can incur extra charges for tight access, off-street parking needs, or restricted delivery windows.

San Francisco has street use and parking regulations that can affect dump-truck deliveries in Potrero Hill, especially for long-term curbside blocking, oversized loads, or deliveries that require parking meters or street closures. Hello Gravel does not typically obtain city permits for customers; we recommend checking San Francisco Public Works and SFMTA rules and obtaining any required permits ahead of delivery. If you suspect a permit or special handling is needed, tell us when you order so we can flag potential access issues and provide guidance.

“Poor man’s concrete” usually means mixing native soil or crushed rock with a small amount of cement to stiffen a base; it is not a substitute for engineered concrete where structural strength or building code compliance is required. For simple non-structural pads or dust control it can work, but you should check permit and code requirements in San Francisco before using it for foundations. Hello Gravel can deliver aggregates like crushed rock and sand; we can also deliver bulk sand/gravel for mixing, but we do not supply or mix Portland cement on site.

Drivers may be able to perform limited tailgate spreading at their discretion, but Hello Gravel does not provide compaction, grading, or equipment rental as a standard service. For compaction, expect to rent a plate compactor for roughly $50 to $120 per day and small skid-steer or mini-excavator rentals for grading from about $250 to $600 per day, with contractor labor extra. We can help connect you with local contractors or recommend rental partners in the San Francisco area if you need help finishing the job.