Fill Dirt in San Carlos Park, FL

Delivered prices in San Carlos Park typically range by supplier, distance, and volume; expect roughly $20 to $40 per cubic yard as a general guideline. Final cost depends on haul distance, whether the material is screened, and any dump truck fees—get an exact quote through our site. Note Hello Gravel minimum orders start at 3 tons and standard delivery is 2+ business days.

One cubic yard of fill dirt commonly weighs about 1.2 to 1.5 tons (2,400 to 3,000 pounds) depending on moisture and soil type. Sandy South Florida soils tend toward the lighter end, while wetter or clayey mixes weigh more.

Yes, fill dirt is generally cheaper than screened topsoil because it is mostly subsoil with little organic matter. For lawns and gardens you should cap fill dirt with a layer of topsoil or a topsoil/compost mix to support plant growth.

Fill dirt is subsoil excavated for grading and backfill; it has low organic content and is used to raise grades, fill holes, or support foundations and driveways. In San Carlos Park you’ll often see sandy fill that compacts differently than northern clays, so plan for compaction and drainage when using it.

Yes—fill dirt is commonly used to regrade yards and correct low spots, but it should be placed in layers and compacted to minimize future settling. For topsoil or lawn areas, finish with 3–6 inches of quality topsoil over the fill to support grass and plants, and check Lee County rules if you are changing lot elevation near stormwater paths.

One cubic yard is 27 cubic feet and will cover 108 sq ft at a 3-inch depth. Because one cubic yard of fill dirt typically weighs about 1.2–1.5 tons, one ton will cover roughly 70–90 sq ft at a 3-inch depth; use the 27/d formula (d in feet) to calculate for other depths.

Most full-size pickups can carry about 0.5 to 1.0 cubic yard in the bed, but payload limits vary by model and options. Check your vehicle’s payload rating before loading; for anything over 1 yard or heavy deliveries, a dump truck delivery is safer and more efficient.

A standard tri-axle dump truck typically carries about 10–16 cubic yards (roughly 12–18 tons) while smaller single-axle trucks carry around 6–10 cubic yards. Delivery cost depends on truck size, distance, and site access; request a Hello Gravel quote for an exact delivered price and available truck sizes.

Typical single-axle dump trucks haul about 6–10 tons, while tri-axle trucks commonly carry about 12–18 tons of fill dirt. Actual tonnage depends on the truck and the material’s moisture and density.

Fill dirt is generally cheaper per cubic yard than crushed gravel, but they serve different purposes: gravel provides drainage and a stable surface for driveways, while fill dirt is used to raise grade or fill low spots. Choose based on function rather than price alone; sometimes you need both—fill dirt for grade and gravel for the driving surface.

Fill dirt has low organic matter, so it won’t support plants without topsoil added, and it can settle over time if not properly placed and compacted. In coastal Florida locations like San Carlos Park, poor drainage or a high water table can create wet spots, so plan drainage and compaction accordingly.

Multiply your supplier’s per-yard delivered price by 10 to estimate cost; using the guideline of $20–$40 per cubic yard, 10 yards would be roughly $200–$400 before any extra trucking or site fees. For an accurate delivered price and available truck sizes, request a quote through Hello Gravel.

The 70/30 rule usually means mixing 70% topsoil with 30% compost to create a planting mix that supports plant growth. Fill dirt is not part of that mix—if you raise grade with fill dirt, add a 3–6 inch layer of quality topsoil or a 70/30 topsoil/compost blend on top before planting.