Fill Dirt in Perry, FL

Prices vary with supplier, distance, and amount, but a typical tri-axle dump truck load (about 10–12 cubic yards) of fill dirt delivered in the Perry area usually ranges roughly from $300 to $800. Heavier or wetter material, longer hauling distances from West Florida quarries, and required permits or spreading services can push costs higher. Get an exact quote through our site or call our team for a local estimate.

Yes—fill dirt is generally cheaper than topsoil because it contains little organic matter and is primarily used for bulk grading. If you plan to grow grass or plants, you will still need a layer of topsoil on top of the fill dirt, which adds cost.

One cubic yard is a 3 ft x 3 ft x 3 ft cube, roughly a medium-sized pile you could stand next to. Visually, it is about 7 to 9 wheelbarrow loads depending on wheelbarrow size, and it fills a good portion of a standard pickup bed if the truck can handle the weight.

A cubic yard of fill dirt typically weighs about 2,200 to 2,800 pounds (about 1.1 to 1.4 tons), depending on moisture content and compaction. Florida soils around Perry can vary, so wet or clay-rich material will be at the higher end of that range.

Twenty cubic yards of fill dirt is roughly 22 to 28 tons, depending on moisture and compaction. Using typical local pricing, expect a delivered cost ballpark of $400 to $1,200 for 20 cubic yards; for an exact price, request a quote since hauling distance and supplier availability in West Florida affect the total.

Maybe—many half-ton and smaller pickups cannot safely carry a full cubic yard due to payload limits. Check your truck's payload/GVWR and remember Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons; for larger projects a dump delivery is usually safer and more economical.

Yes, fill dirt is commonly used for grade changes and to raise low areas before landscaping. For a lawn or garden, place fill dirt in thin lifts, compact each layer, and finish with several inches of quality topsoil so grass or plants will establish properly.

Spread fill dirt in 4–6 inch lifts, compact each lift with a plate compactor or roller, and avoid placing it when soil is overly wet to prevent settling. If you need help, request tailgate spreading at checkout, but note the driver will decide on-site whether it can be done safely.

Most plants and grass will struggle in plain fill dirt because it usually lacks organic matter and nutrients. For planting, cover fill dirt with 4–6 inches of topsoil or amend the top layer with compost before seeding or planting.

Yes—bulk fill dirt delivered by the truck is typically much cheaper per cubic yard than buying the same volume in bags. For larger jobs in and around Perry, ordering bulk through Hello Gravel is usually the most cost-effective option.

Small residential projects rarely require permits, but significant regrading, changing drainage patterns, or work in regulated areas could require local permits. Check with Taylor County or the City of Perry planning department before major fills to avoid drainage or code issues.

Use Hello Gravel’s material calculator or request a quote online with your project dimensions, desired finished elevation, and delivery location (zip code). For grading, estimate depth and area in cubic yards, add 10–15% for compaction and settling, and remember our minimum order is 3 tons—call our team if you need help sizing the order for Perry-specific conditions.