Fill Dirt in Tequesta, FL

Delivered fill dirt prices in Tequesta typically vary by supplier, screening, and haul distance. Expect roughly $25 to $50 per cubic yard delivered in West Florida for common truck-run fill dirt; screened or higher-quality fill can cost $5 to $15 more per yard. Exact price depends on your zip code, delivery access, and whether you need spreading or special placement.

A single truckload (most commonly a tri-axle) usually carries about 10 to 12 cubic yards loose. At typical Tequesta delivered rates, a truckload will often range from about $300 to $700, depending on material type (screened vs truck-run), distance, and any extra services or disposal fees. We recommend getting a quote through Hello Gravel for an accurate truckload price to your address.

To raise 1,000 square feet by 2 inches you need about 6.2 cubic yards of fill dirt (1,000 ft2 x 2/12 ft = 166.7 cubic ft ÷ 27 = 6.17 yd3). Add 5% to 10% extra to allow for compaction and settling, so plan on about 6.5 to 7 cubic yards. If you order by tons, our team can convert for you—typical fill dirt in this area is roughly 1.1 to 1.5 tons per cubic yard.

Yes—fill dirt is commonly used for bulk grading and filling low spots before finishing with topsoil or sod in Tequesta yards. Calculate the volume (area × depth) in cubic yards, then add 5%–15% for compaction and settling; for small residential leveling projects a 3–10 cubic yard delivery is typical. For visible finish areas, consider a final 2–4 inches of topsoil over the fill dirt or ordering screened fill to reduce rocks and debris.

Fill dirt is usually less expensive per cubic yard than gravel and is best for bulk volume fills and raising grade where drainage and surface finish are not the primary concerns. Choose fill dirt to build up soil, regrade lawns, or under patios where you will add a finished layer later; choose gravel when you need drainage, a stable base (driveways, French drains), or a finished surface. In Tequesta’s sandy coastal soils, consider drainage needs—gravel prevents water pooling while fill dirt can retain water without proper base design.

Quantity depends on the driveway length and how much raise you need. For example, a 20-foot wide by 30-foot long driveway with a 4-inch layer of fill requires about 7.4 cubic yards (20 × 30 × 4/12 ÷ 27 = 7.4 yd3); for a 20 × 40 ft area at 4 inches you’d need about 9.9 cubic yards. For driveway bases we usually recommend 4–6 inches compacted of appropriate subbase material and then a gravel topping; ask our sales team for a site-specific recommendation.

Most suppliers offer truck-run (raw) fill and screened or processed fill that has been passed through a sieve to remove larger debris and rocks. Truck-run is cheaper and fine for buried fill or subgrades; screened fill costs more—typically $5 to $15 extra per cubic yard in West Florida—and is better for any surface or lawn areas. During checkout you can add notes about placement access; drivers may do tailgate spreading at their discretion but this is not guaranteed.

Yes—large fills, changes to site grading, or work that affects stormwater or wetlands can trigger permits from the Town of Tequesta or Palm Beach County (building, zoning, and environmental departments). There may also be local restrictions on hauling routes, truck weight limits, and hours of operation in residential areas. Before ordering large volumes, check with Tequesta Town Hall and Palm Beach County permitting, and tell Hello Gravel about any HOA or site restrictions so we can coordinate the right supplier and truck.

Most tri-axle dump trucks used for Hello Gravel deliveries carry about 10 to 12 cubic yards loose; larger end-dump trucks can carry more but are less common on residential jobs in Tequesta. If you need a very large volume we can arrange multiple truckloads and provide a total-yardage estimate and delivery schedule. Remember that compacted on-site volume will be less after settling, so factor that into your order size.