Fill-dirt in Forest Hills, TN

Yes. In West Tennessee, including Forest Hills, fill dirt is generally cheaper than crushed gravel because it is usually unprocessed native soil. Typical local price ranges are roughly $8 to $18 per cubic yard (or about $10 to $30 per ton), but exact pricing depends on supplier, delivery distance, and moisture content — request a quote for an exact price.

A standard tri-axle dump truck commonly used for Hello Gravel deliveries carries about 10 to 12 cubic yards of fill dirt. In the Forest Hills area, a single truckload can often cost in the range of $200 to $650 depending on supply, hauling distance, and market conditions; get a specific estimate through our checkout or by contacting the team.

Fill dirt is mostly soil with minimal organic material used to raise or level ground, while gravel is crushed rock used for drainage, driveways, and structural base. Use fill dirt to build grade or fill holes, and use gravel when you need stability, drainage, or a finished driving surface.

It depends on the depth you need. As a rule of thumb, cubic yards required = area (sq ft) x depth (in inches) / 324, so 1,000 sq ft at 2 inches needs about 6.2 cubic yards and at 6 inches needs about 18.5 cubic yards. Use our material calculator or contact us for a precise recommendation and ton conversion.

Prices vary, but in West Tennessee 1 ton of basic fill dirt often runs roughly $10 to $30. For an accurate per-ton price for your address in Forest Hills, check your zip code on our site or request a quote, since delivery and supplier rates affect the final price.

Coverage depends on truck volume and desired depth. A 10-cubic-yard tri-axle truck will cover about 1,620 sq ft at 2 inches, about 540 sq ft at 6 inches, and about 3240 sq ft at 1 inch. Confirm the truck size in your order and include the depth you need so we can estimate how many loads you need.

You can add fill dirt to raise low spots, but success depends on existing soil and drainage. Remove organic material, place fill in 4- to 6-inch lifts, and compact each layer to reduce settling; in West Tennessee’s clay-prone soils, pay special attention to grading to avoid creating standing-water areas. For large regrades or near structures, consider engineered fill and professional compaction.

No, 2 inches is generally not enough for long-term results. Driveways and areas that will bear traffic usually need several inches of compacted fill plus a gravel base (commonly 4 to 6 inches or more), and fill dirt should be placed and compacted in layers to limit future settling.

Yes for small adjustments: fill dirt works well to raise low spots before finishing with topsoil for planting. After placing and compacting fill dirt, add 3 to 4 inches of topsoil or a planting mix before seeding or laying sod to ensure good plant growth and avoid burying roots in subsoil.

Enter your zip code on our site to see availability, select 'fill-dirt' and the quantity you need, choose a delivery date in the checkout calendar, and complete secure payment. We require a minimum order (3 tons), standard delivery takes 2+ business days, and next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee.

Add clear drop-location notes at checkout and request tailgate spreading if you want it, but note that spreading is performed at the driver’s discretion for safety. Obstacles, tight access, overhead wires, or steep grades can limit placement and spreading, so include photos or detailed instructions and we’ll coordinate with the hauler in advance.