Fill Dirt in Melrose Manors, FL

Fill dirt is generally cheaper per ton than gravel in Melrose Manors and is the right choice for raising grade, filling low spots, and backfilling before landscaping. Gravel or crushed stone is better for driveway base, drainage, and under pavers because it sheds water and compacts differently. For most grading or leveling work use compactable fill dirt; use gravel where drainage or a stable driving surface is needed.

Prices vary by supplier, truck distance, and availability, but expect a delivered cubic yard of fill dirt in the Florida region to fall in a broad range; spreading by the driver or crew is usually an extra charge. Hello Gravel provides location-specific quotes, so check your zip code or request a quote for exact pricing and to see if tailgate spreading is available for your delivery.

A local dump-truck load price depends on truck size, distance, and material volume; typical local deliveries to Melrose Manors often fall in a wide range because of those factors. Hello Gravel shows transparent, location-based pricing during checkout—enter your address to get an exact cost for a truckload.

To raise 1,000 sq ft by 2 inches you need about 6.2 cubic yards of fill dirt (1,000 x 2/12 / 27 = about 6.17 yd3). In Florida fill dirt typically weighs around 2,200–2,600 lb per cubic yard, so that is roughly 6.6 to 8.0 tons; always order a small overage (5-10%) to allow for settling and compaction.

Local dump trucks commonly used for deliveries in Florida are tri-axles that usually carry about 10–14 cubic yards of loose fill dirt, though exact capacity varies by truck and local weight limits. Depending on moisture and compaction, that equals roughly 12–17 tons; Hello Gravel shows the truck type and estimated quantity on your quote so you know what to expect.

A full-size pickup can sometimes carry about 1 cubic yard in the bed, but Hello Gravel deliveries are done by contracted dump trucks and our minimum order is generally 3 tons. For small, bagged purchases check local garden centers, but for bulk quantities you will receive delivery by dump truck.

Labor-only rates for basic hauling and spreading in the Melrose Manors area often run lower than $100/hour per laborer; typical local laborers are commonly $25–$60 per hour. If you hire a crew with equipment (skid steer, operator, or truck with operator) rates or flat fees can approach or exceed $100/hour because that includes machine time; get written estimates for scope and equipment to compare.

One cubic yard of fill dirt (27 cubic feet) covers about 108 sq ft at a 3-inch depth and about 162 sq ft at a 2-inch depth. One ton of fill dirt weighs roughly 1.0–1.3 cubic yards depending on moisture and composition in Florida, so convert based on your desired depth and plan for compaction when estimating coverage.

About 2,000 pounds is roughly one short ton and is close to one cubic yard for many fill-dirt mixes; suppliers may price by the ton or by the cubic yard. Hello Gravel lists material pricing on a per-ton or per-load basis depending on local supplier; note our typical minimum is 3 tons for bulk truck delivery, so small amounts may be better sourced as bagged product locally.

One cubic yard is 27 cubic feet; a common wheelbarrow holds about 5–6 cubic feet, so you should expect roughly 4–6 wheelbarrow loads per cubic yard depending on your wheelbarrow size. Factor in extra time for spreading and compaction and consider renting a small skid steer or hiring help for anything over a few cubic yards.