Fill Dirt in Greenwood, FL

Prices vary by supplier, distance, and truck size, but delivered fill dirt in West Florida (including Greenwood) typically runs about $15 to $40 per cubic yard. A common tri-axle truck carries roughly 10 to 12 cubic yards, so a single truckload often costs in the $200 to $600 range. Contact our team for an exact quote for your address and requested delivery date.

Yes — fill dirt is generally less expensive than topsoil because it contains little or no organic material and is used mainly for filling and grading. In Greenwood's region you can expect fill dirt to cost substantially less per cubic yard than screened topsoil, but you may need to add a layer of topsoil if you plan to plant.

One cubic yard equals 27 cubic feet. If spread 3 inches deep, 1 cubic yard will cover about 108 square feet; at 6 inches deep it covers about 54 square feet. Use these numbers to estimate how many yards you need for your Greenwood project.

Yes — fill dirt is commonly used to raise low spots and regrade yards for better drainage or to prepare a base for sod, pavers, or structures. For a stable result in Florida's sometimes sandy, high-water-table soils, add fill in 4-6 inch lifts and compact each lift, and finish with topsoil if you plan to grow grass or plants.

Bulk is almost always cheaper per cubic yard than bagged products, especially for projects larger than a few cubic yards. Hello Gravel has a minimum order (3 tons) and delivers by truck, which keeps per-unit costs lower than buying many individual bags at local stores.

Fill dirt in the Greenwood area is typically brown to gray, often sandier than northern fills and may include small shell or rock fragments depending on local geology. It is low in organic material, feels heavier and more compact than topsoil, and may clump when wet.

To raise a 100-foot driveway that is 12 feet wide by 3 inches deep you need about 11 cubic yards (100 ft x 12 ft x 0.25 ft = 300 cu ft ÷ 27 = 11.1 cu yd). If you plan for a thicker base (4 to 6 inches) or to allow for compaction, increase the quantity by 25% to 50% and consider adding a compacted rock base over the fill for durability.

We connect you with local suppliers and deliver by dump truck (typically tri-axle); standard delivery takes 2 or more business days and next-day delivery may be avaIlable for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Request tailgate spreading at checkout, but note drivers perform spreading at their discretion and we cannot guarantee that service.