Fill Dirt in Centerville, OH

Delivered fill-dirt prices in Centerville usually depend on quantity, moisture content, truck access, and local supply. Expect a rough ballpark of about $15 to $40 per cubic yard (or roughly $12 to $30 per ton) for common subsoil fills, though wet or high-clay material can cost more. For an exact, up-to-date delivered price for your address, get a quote through Hello Gravel since regional sourcing and minimums affect final price.

A full dump-truck load for residential delivery typically ranges from about 8 to 12 cubic yards loose, but weight limits for heavier fill can reduce that volume. Delivered truckload costs in the Centerville area commonly fall between $300 and $900 depending on size of truck, distance, and site conditions; smaller or partial loads may cost proportionally more per yard. Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum and can provide an exact truckload quote for your location.

Measure the area in square feet, decide how many inches you need to raise it, then use: cubic yards = (square feet x depth in feet) / 27. For example, a 20' x 30' (600 ft2) area raised 1 inch (1/12 ft) needs about 1.85 cubic yards. Convert to tons using a local estimate of about 1.2 to 1.6 tons per cubic yard for fill-dirt, since moisture and soil type change weight.

Most full-size pickups can carry around 1,000 to 2,000 lb payload depending on model, which can equal roughly 0.5 to 1.0 cubic yards of loose fill-dirt. Because 1 cubic yard of fill-dirt often weighs 1.2 to 1.6 tons, a single cubic yard would typically exceed a pickup's safe payload. Always check your truck's payload rating before hauling and consider professional delivery for larger or heavier loads.

Many suppliers serving Centerville have minimum order sizes or minimum tonnage fees; Hello Gravel's minimum order is 3 tons. Some local haulers will deliver smaller loads but usually charge a minimum fee or higher per-yard price to cover trip costs. If you need a small amount, ask about split loads, tailgate drops, or whether neighbors can combine orders to lower per-yard costs.

Occasionally local construction projects, municipal programs, or online listings (Craigslist/Freecycle) offer free fill-dirt, but availability is inconsistent. Free material often comes with restrictions: you may need to haul it yourself, obtain permission from the property owner or city, and verify the dirt is clean and not contaminated. Always check for buried debris, potential contamination, and local permitting rules before accepting free fill for a residential project.

Fill-dirt is subsoil with low organic matter intended to build grade and support structures, while topsoil contains organic material for plant growth. For leveling under turf or landscaping in Centerville, use fill-dirt to raise grade if you need structural fill, then cover with 2 to 4 inches of topsoil or compost for planting. That approach reduces settling and gives grass or plants a good growing medium.

Fill-dirt is not a suitable finish surface for driveways because it compacts poorly and erodes; it can be used as subgrade if properly compacted. Cheaper, durable driveway base options in the region include bankrun, crusher-run, or a compacted crushed stone base topped with 3/4u0022 stone. For exact material and delivered pricing in Centerville, request quotes through Hello Gravel so suppliers can recommend the right aggregate and coverage for your driveway.

One cubic yard equals 27 cubic feet and will cover about 324 square feet at 1 inch depth, 162 square feet at 2 inches, and 81 square feet at 4 inches. Using an estimated density of 1.2 to 1.6 tons per cubic yard, one ton of fill-dirt will cover roughly 200 to 270 square feet at 1 inch depth depending on moisture and soil type. Use cubic yards for buying and convert to tons if your supplier prices by weight.

Most aggregate suppliers do not provide full-site compaction as part of a standard delivery, though some haulers or contractor partners may offer compacting or recommend local contractors. You can rent compactors, rollers, or other equipment from major rental companies in the Dayton/Centerville area to do compaction yourself. Ask Hello Gravel or your supplier for contractor recommendations and compacting best practices, such as placing fill in lifts and compacting each layer for best results.

Hello Gravel's standard delivery window is 2 or more business days, and next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee, subject to supplier availability. Drivers may be able to perform tailgate spreading at their discretion if requested at checkout, but spreading is not guaranteed and depends on site access and safety. For tight schedules, request deliveries early and confirm options with our sales team.