Fill Dirt in Palm Valley, FL

Yes. Fill-dirt is generally less expensive than decorative gravel because it is intended for bulk fill rather than finished surface use, and it often requires less processing. In Palm Valley, local sandy subsoils used as fill tend to be among the lowest-cost options, but final price depends on quality, delivery distance, and whether the material is screened or certified clean.

Typical delivered prices in the Palm Valley area range from about $12 to $35 per cubic yard depending on material quality, cleanliness, and seasonal demand. Exact pricing varies by supplier and truck size, so use Hello Gravel’s quote tool or contact our team for a tailored price and any delivery fees.

On average, one cubic yard of basic fill-dirt in our Florida region will be around $18 to $25 delivered, though lower-cost unscreened material can be closer to the low end and engineered or clean fill toward the high end. Ask for a delivered price because pickup, loading, and hauling costs affect the final number.

Fill-dirt is subsoil material with little organic matter used to raise grade or fill low spots; it’s not intended as a planting medium. In Palm Valley you’ll often get sandier fill because of the coastal geology, while topsoil contains organic material for planting and sand is a single particle type used for drainage or bedding.

A cubic yard of fill-dirt typically weighs about 1.2 to 1.5 tons, with Florida’s sandier fills closer to 1.1 to 1.3 tons per cubic yard. Weight varies with moisture content and composition, so use the range for planning and request supplier estimates for tonnage when ordering by ton.

Possibly — many local jurisdictions, including St. Johns County and coastal areas near Palm Valley, regulate changes to site grade, drainage, and wetland impacts. Check with your local building and zoning department and any HOA before adding large amounts of fill to avoid fines or required remediation.

Yes, loose fill-dirt will settle over time and should be compacted in layers if it’s supporting structures, roads, or driveways. For landscaping fills, light settling is normal; for structural or engineered fills, request compacted or certified fill and plan for mechanical compaction in lifts for best results.

Drivers may be able to perform tailgate spreading at their discretion; you can request this service at checkout. Keep in mind Hello Gravel coordinates delivery but spreading is not guaranteed and depends on site access, safety, and the driver’s assessment on arrival.

Calculate volume by multiplying area (square feet) by depth (feet) to get cubic feet, then divide by 27 to get cubic yards. For example, to raise a 1,000 sq ft area by 3 inches: 1,000 x 0.25 ft = 250 cu ft, so about 9.3 cubic yards (round up and add 5-15% for settling).

Ask if the material is screened or certified clean, the expected composition (sand, clay, or mixed), delivered price per cubic yard or ton, minimum order (Hello Gravel minimum is 3 tons), and whether they offer compaction or spreading. Also mention site access, any HOA rules, and if you need a delivery time window so the hauler can plan accordingly.