Fill-dirt in Summerville, SC

Prices vary by supplier, season, and truck access, but expect roughly $200 to $500 for a 10–12 cubic yard dump-truck delivery to a Summerville residential address. Exact pricing depends on local availability, moisture/weight of the material, and any access or offload challenges; request a quote through our checkout to see firm pricing for your zip code.

Per-cubic-yard prices for fill dirt in the Charleston metro commonly range from about $12 to $40 per cubic yard delivered, with lower per-yard rates for larger volumes. Suppliers often offer volume discounts (for example, lower rates for 10+ or 20+ cubic yards) and contractor pricing for recurring orders — ask for tiered pricing when you get a quote.

Use the formula: cubic yards = (square feet x depth in feet) / 27. For quick reference, 1 cubic yard covers about 162 sq ft at 2u0022 depth, 108 sq ft at 3u0022 depth, and 54 sq ft at 6u0022 depth; multiply those figures to size your project and add 5-10% for settlement and compaction.

Some local suppliers and haulers will offer tailgate spreading or can arrange labor for an additional fee, but spreading is performed at the driver's discretion and is not guaranteed. Full spreading and compaction crews or equipment rentals (plate compactors, rollers) are typically charged separately and can range from about $50 to several hundred dollars depending on job size and whether a crew is required; confirm services and costs before scheduling delivery.

Yes — clean, well-compacted fill dirt can be used to build up grades before adding a gravel driveway, but it must be free of excess organic material and compacted in lifts to minimize future settlement. Cost-wise, using fill dirt to build grades then topping with gravel typically increases total cost compared with laying gravel over existing stable grade, because you pay for the extra material and compaction work, but it yields a more stable long-term driveway when done correctly.

Because Hello Gravel sources regionally, fill dirt mixes can vary; some loads may include small roots, clay clods, or minor debris unless you order screened or 'clean' fill. For grading and structural fill choose 'clean fill' or engineered fill with low organic content; for establishing lawns or planting you should use a layer of topsoil or screened planting mix on top of the fill to ensure good growth.

Yes — tri-axle dump trucks require adequate street access and room to maneuver, so tight drives, narrow historic streets, or HOA rules can trigger extra fees or require alternative drop locations. Deliveries that require street blocking, special permits, off-hours scheduling, or long hand-carrying may incur additional charges; mention access constraints when ordering so we can quote accurately.

Typical scheduling is within 2+ business days for standard delivery, and next-day delivery may be available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. In Summerville timing can vary by season — spring and fall are busier — so placing orders early in the week improves chances of same-week delivery.

Requirements differ by final use: for sod, light compaction and settling is usually sufficient; for gravel or driveways you should compact fill dirt in 4- to 8-inch lifts to reduce future settling; for concrete or structural work engineered compaction and testing may be required. Suppliers often do not include compaction equipment in a standard delivery, but many can arrange rental or a contractor to compact for an additional fee — confirm before scheduling.

One cubic yard of fill dirt covers about 162 square feet at 2u0022 depth, about 108 square feet at 3u0022 depth, and about 54 square feet at 6u0022 depth. Those are practical estimates for planning; add 5-10% extra material to account for compaction and settling on Summerville soils.