Fill-dirt in Trevose, PA

Delivery rates vary by supplier, truck distance, and order size. Hello Gravel requires a minimum order of 3 tons and offers standard delivery in 2+ business days, with next-day delivery available (additional fee) for orders placed before noon CST. Many local suppliers include free delivery when orders meet a threshold, so enter your zip code on our site or contact our team for an exact quote.

Prices depend on local supply and hauling distance, but typical ranges in the area are about $12 to $30 per ton, or roughly $9 to $24 per cubic yard. Actual cost can vary with moisture content, screening, and whether the material is clean fill or contains more fines, so check your zip code on Hello Gravel for current pricing.

Calculate volume first: 500 sq ft x 0.5 ft = 250 cubic feet, which is about 9.26 cubic yards. One cubic yard of loose fill-dirt is roughly 1.1 to 1.3 tons, so 9.26 cu yd is about 10.2 to 12.0 tons. We recommend ordering 10-20% extra for compaction and settlement, so for this example order about 12 to 14 tons; Hello Gravel minimum is 3 tons.

Yes. For freeze-thaw areas like Trevose, use low-organic, well-draining structural fill or clean fill with sand and gravel fractions rather than high-silt or high-clay soils. Proper placement in compacted lifts, good surface drainage, and, where required, geotextile separation can greatly reduce frost heave risk; ask your supplier for ‘structural’ or ‘clean’ fill options and confirm suitability for your project.

Possibly. Small deliveries and routine grading usually don't need permits, but large fills, changes to stormwater flow, or work that alters established grades can trigger township or county permits. Check with Bensalem Township (Trevose is primarily in Bensalem) and Bucks County before major earthmoving to confirm erosion, grading, or driveway permit requirements.

Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers and contracted haulers that serve Trevose; exact suppliers vary by zip code and season. Minimums and delivery fees depend on the supplier and truck type—Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons and many deliveries are made with tri-axle dump trucks. Enter your address on our site or contact our sales team to see available suppliers, minimums, and live delivery fees for your area.

For sod: once the final grade is placed and compacted you can usually lay sod immediately, though light irrigation and monitoring for settling is important. For pavers or a driveway: make sure the fill-dirt base is placed in compacted lifts and has been graded and compacted to the required density—installation typically follows immediately after proper compaction, but allow 24-72 hours for any settlement checks and final compaction. For structural driveway bases or heavy loads, follow installer guidance and allow any specified curing or inspection steps.

They serve different purposes. Crushed stone or aggregate base is preferred for driveway subbases and areas that need strong drainage and load-bearing capacity, while fill-dirt is commonly used to raise grades, fill depressions, and underlay topsoil. For a long-lasting driveway in Trevose’s climate, use compacted fill-dirt for bulk raising and then a crushed stone base for the structural layer.

For commercial jobs use vibratory rollers or sheep’s foot rollers for cohesive soils and plate compactors or walk-behind rollers for smaller areas. Place fill in lifts no more than 6 to 8 inches loose thickness and compact each lift to the specified density; moisture control during compaction is critical. Contractors commonly verify compaction with a nuclear or electronic density gauge to meet engineering specs.

Local soils in Bucks County often include clay and silt layers that hold moisture, which can affect drainage and required fill type. Projects on clay or sloped lots may need more granular fill, geotextile separation, or improved drainage to prevent settling and frost issues, so a site inspection or soil test will help determine the correct fill type and quantity. Contact Hello Gravel or a local contractor to match material to your specific site conditions.

A common rule is to order 10% to 20% more material than the calculated finished volume to allow for compaction and settlement. Use the higher end of that range for deep fills, loose or organic soils, or when you cannot compact in controlled lifts. If you’re unsure, our team can help estimate the appropriate overage for your Trevose project.