Fill Dirt in Boyette, FL

Prices vary by supplier, depth of excavation, and haul distance, but typical delivered rates in the Boyette/Florida region are about $30 to $75 per cubic yard. That range depends on whether the material is clean fill (free of organics), how far a truck has to travel, and whether any screening or placement is requested. Request a quote on our site for a firm, location-specific price.

By volume, plain fill-dirt is often less expensive than crushed gravel, so it can be cheaper when you just need to build up grade. However, fill-dirt does not provide the drainage, strength, or wear surface that a gravel base does, so for driveways and high-traffic areas gravel or crusher-run base is usually the better long-term value. In Boyette’s wet climate, choosing the right material for the job (drainage vs. simple build-up) matters more than the initial cost.

You can use coarse gravel or crusher-run to raise grade, and it often performs better than fill-dirt because it drains and compacts to a firmer base. The downside is gravel costs more per cubic yard and may not be appropriate where you want to plant lawn or finish with topsoil. For Boyette projects, use clean fill-dirt under planting beds and engineered or crushed stone where structural support and drainage are needed.

A common tri-axle dump truck carries about 12 to 16 cubic yards, while smaller end-dump or transfer trucks carry roughly 8 to 12 cubic yards. A delivered truckload of fill-dirt in Boyette typically runs from a few hundred dollars up to $1,000+, depending on truck size, material price per yard, and haul distance; for example, a 13-yard tri-axle at $40/yd3 would be about $520 plus any delivery fee. Ask Hello Gravel for truck-size options and a detailed quote for your address.

Use this quick formula: cubic yards = (area in sq ft * depth in inches) / 324. Examples for Boyette jobs: 500 sq ft at 2" needs about 3.09 cubic yards, at 3" needs about 4.63 cubic yards, and at 4" needs about 6.17 cubic yards. As a rule of thumb, multiply cubic yards by about 1.2 to estimate tons for uncompacted fill-dirt (e.g., 6.17 yd3 ≈ 7.4 tons).

A full-size pickup bed can hold roughly 0.5 to 1.5 cubic yards depending on the truck and how high you safely pile it, so while a small amount might fit, it is not reliable for larger projects. Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons and deliveries are done by dump truck, which is the practical and economical method for most Boyette projects. For safety and proper placement we recommend a dump truck delivery rather than trying to move bulk fill in multiple pickup loads.

Big-box stores like Lowe’s typically sell bagged topsoil and sometimes arrange third-party delivery for large orders, but they rarely offer bulk truckloads of clean fill-dirt. Local suppliers and landscape yards around Boyette commonly sell bulk fill-dirt and can offer delivery, and Hello Gravel connects you to those local haulers for bulk orders and scheduled dump truck delivery. If you need placement or spreading, request it at checkout and the driver will determine if it can be done safely, but spreading is not guaranteed.

For base work, recycled concrete aggregate (RCA), crusher-run, or locally sourced sand are often less expensive per performance than hauling large amounts of imported fill-dirt and then trying to stabilize it. Reusing excavated on-site soils (if clean) can also save money, provided the material is suitable and compactable. Contact Hello Gravel for local material options and cost comparisons for Boyette projects.

Loose fill-dirt will never match the strength of a properly compacted aggregate base. For a hard, structural surface in Boyette, order crusher-run, FDOT-spec base, or a compactable aggregate (commonly called GAB or #57 stone) and place in 4-6" lifts with compaction between lifts. If you need engineered stiffness, consider stabilized options (lime/cement-treated base) and consult a contractor or engineer for specs.

Bagged fill or topsoil is practical for small patch jobs, planters, or container gardens, but it becomes costly and impractical for anything larger than a few square feet. A 50 lb bag of soil is about 0.75 cubic feet and will cover roughly 9 sq ft at a 1" depth, so for yards, driveways, or large grade raises bulk delivery by dump truck is much more cost-effective in Boyette. Use bagged product only for touch-ups or very small projects.

In Boyette you should be mindful of a relatively high water table and heavy rain events; always use clean fill dirt free of organic material for structural areas and avoid placing topsoil where you need compaction. Place fill in 4-6" lifts and compact each lift if the area needs to support structures or pavement; contractors commonly aim for specified compaction percentages for load-bearing work. If you are unsure, ask for engineered fill recommendations or hire a compaction contractor for drainage and support guidance.

Contact Hello Gravel as soon as possible via phone at 855-241-8884 or text 844-407-3734 to request order changes; modifications are easiest before a supplier has been assigned or a truck dispatched. Standard delivery times are 2+ business days, with next-day delivery available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee, and tailgate spreading can be requested at checkout but is performed at the driver’s discretion.