Fill Dirt in Jacksonville Beach, FL

Costs vary by load size, material type, and delivery distance. A typical tri-axle load (about 10-14 cubic yards loose) in the Jacksonville Beach area generally runs in the range of $250 to $900 per load, depending on supplier rates, whether the dirt is screened/clean fill, and any delivery or offload difficulty. Ask Hello Gravel for an exact quote for your zip code and desired delivery date.

In Florida and around Jacksonville Beach, delivered fill dirt commonly ranges from about $10 to $40 per cubic yard. Prices depend on local supply (sandy coastal soils are common here), whether the dirt is screened or contains organics, and trucking distance; for larger bulk orders unit cost often drops.

Yes, fill dirt is generally less expensive than topsoil because it contains little to no organic matter and is used mainly for grading and raising elevations. If you plan to plant lawns or gardens after filling, you will typically add a layer of topsoil or compost on top, which raises total project cost.

One cubic yard equals 27 cubic feet. It will cover about 81 square feet at 4 inches deep, 54 square feet at 6 inches deep, or 27 square feet at 12 inches deep — adjust based on the depth you need for grading or raising grade.

One cubic yard is a 3 ft x 3 ft x 3 ft cube (about 27 cubic feet) — visually similar to a small washing machine or a compact pile you could stand on. When delivered loose it forms a low mound; compaction will reduce its final height.

It depends on the truck. A standard half-ton pickup is usually only safe to carry about 1/2 to 1 cubic yard of loose dirt without exceeding payload limits; some heavy-duty pickups can take about 1 to 1.5 cubic yards but weight limits still apply. For safety and to avoid overloading, order by the yard and use a dump truck delivery when possible.

A typical wheelbarrow holds roughly 3 cubic feet, so one cubic yard (27 cubic feet) is about nine wheelbarrow loads. That number can vary with wheelbarrow size and how full you load each trip.

Yes — fill dirt is commonly used to raise low spots and regrade yards, but in Jacksonville Beach you should consider the sandy native soils, high water table, and drainage. Bring the fill in layers and compact each layer, then cap with several inches of topsoil for planting; check for any local elevation or permit requirements if you are in a flood-prone or coastal zone.

A 40 lb bag of soil or topsoil is roughly 0.5 cubic feet, so you would need about 50 40-lb bags to equal one cubic yard (27 cubic feet). Using bulk delivery is almost always more economical for anything more than a few bags worth.

At typical Jacksonville Beach rates of roughly $10 to $40 per cubic yard delivered, 20 cubic yards would likely cost between $200 and $800. Bulk discounts, compaction services, and any difficult delivery conditions can change the final price, so get a site-specific quote from Hello Gravel.

For 100 cubic yards expect a wide range depending on supplier and delivery logistics — roughly $1,000 to $4,000 at $10 to $40 per cubic yard delivered. Large orders often reduce the per-yard price but may include additional truck and staging costs, so ask for a bulk quote tailored to Jacksonville Beach.

No. Fill dirt is primarily mineral material with little organic matter used for raising grades and filling holes, while topsoil is rich in organic matter and designed to support plant growth. If you plan to landscape after filling, add a layer of topsoil or amend the surface soil for planting success.

You may need permits or need to follow local rules if fill changes drainage, affects wetlands, or alters elevations in regulated coastal or flood zones. Check Jacksonville Beach city or county permitting and consult Hello Gravel or local contractors about elevation, compaction, and drainage requirements before starting large fills.

Fill dirt alone is not a suitable surface for a driveway — it lacks stability and drainage that a gravel base provides. You can use fill dirt to build up low spots before installing a proper compacted base of crushed stone or gravel designed for driveways.