Fill Dirt in Hyannis Park, MA

Fill-dirt in the Hyannis Park/West Massachusetts area typically runs about $15 to $40 per ton delivered, depending on source, quality (screened vs. bank-run), and haul distance. Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum order; small-town deliveries can add a per-truck fee or higher minimums for long drives. Request a quote for your zip code to see exact pricing and any available free-delivery offers.

Contractors worry most about frost heave, poor drainage, and inadequate compaction. Use clean, non-organic fill, place it in 6-8 inch lifts with compaction between lifts, and provide positive surface and subsurface drainage so water does not freeze in place. For driveways, fill-dirt should be capped with a structural base (crushed stone) rather than left as the top wearing layer.

Common options are screened fill (fewer large stones and organics), clean fill or bank-run (mixed soils and rock), and engineered/structural fill (specified for compaction and load-bearing). Screened or engineered fills cost more but compact better and settle less, while bank-run is cheaper but may contain organics and rocks that cause settlement. Choose screened/engineered fill for structural work and bank-run for low-cost, non-structural fills.

A basic homeowner conversion: 1 cubic yard of fill-dirt generally weighs about 1.1 to 1.4 tons depending on moisture and composition. To estimate volume, multiply area (sq ft) by depth (ft) to get cubic feet, then divide by 27 to get cubic yards; multiply cubic yards by 1.2 (tons/yd3) to get an approximate tonnage and round up. Example: raising 1,000 sq ft by 3 inches (0.25 ft) is about 9.3 cu yd, or roughly 11 to 12 tons—order a little extra for settlement and compaction.

Ask where the material is sourced (pit location), whether it is screened and free of organics, and if the supplier can provide a sample or photos. Request basic specs like percent fines or a simple sieve result, ask about prior projects/references, and check for needed permits if the material is from a regulated site. For structural work, ask whether the supplier or contractor can do compaction testing or recommend appropriate compaction specs.

Yes. Demand peaks in spring and summer, so lead times can be longer then; winter deliveries may be restricted by frozen ground or local road rules, and spring thaw (mud season) can delay or restrict offloading. Hello Gravel’s standard processing allows 2+ business days for delivery and next-day delivery may be available for an extra fee if placed in time; verify local supplier availability and site access when scheduling.

Fill-dirt is prone to some settlement, especially in the first months to year after placement; well-compacted, screened fill will settle less. Expect to do minor top-ups and regrading after winter and spring, maintain clear drainage, and for driveways plan to add and maintain a crushed-stone wearing layer rather than relying on fill-dirt alone. Regularly inspect low spots and fix drainage issues to reduce ongoing maintenance.

Fill-dirt is generally the lowest-cost option per ton compared with crushed stone and screened topsoil; crushed stone (used for structural bases) costs more but offers strength and drainage, while screened topsoil is pricier and intended for planting. Bank-run gravel can be similar in price to basic fill but is less consistent and can contain organics and large rocks. Choose based on purpose: fill-dirt for bulk raise/grade, crushed stone for load-bearing bases, and topsoil for planting beds.

Drivers may offer tailgate spreading at their discretion; you can request this service at checkout but it is not guaranteed. Hello Gravel recommends noting spreading needs in Order Notes and preparing the site for safe offloading so the driver can assess whether spreading is possible on arrival.