Fill-dirt in Greeneville, TN

Prices vary by depth, load size, distance, and local supply, but delivered fill-dirt in the Greeneville area commonly ranges from about $15 to $45 per ton or $20 to $50 per cubic yard as a rough estimate. Final pricing depends on your exact address, access, and whether screening or topsoil is included; request a quote on our site or call our team for a location-specific price. Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum and may offer free delivery in some nearby areas.

Tri-axle dump trucks we use typically carry about 10 to 12 cubic yards of loose fill-dirt, though capacity varies by truck and local supplier. If you need more or less, we can coordinate multiple trucks or smaller deliveries; check quantity and access notes at checkout. Drivers are contracted locally and may adjust based on road or driveway restrictions.

Yes, you can add fill-dirt directly on existing soil for general grade changes or to fill low spots, but you should place it in shallow lifts and compact each layer to reduce settling. For driveways, patios, or load-bearing areas you should use engineered fill and proper compaction or a more granular base; contact our sales team for recommendations for specific projects.

Fill-dirt drains slowly because it contains fine particles and may hold water, especially in yards with clay pockets common to parts of Tennessee. If you need drainage (around footings, trenches, or behind retaining walls), choose clean, free-draining material like crushed stone or coarse sand instead of standard fill-dirt. You can combine fill-dirt with drainage layers to balance support and flow where needed.

For backfill where drainage and settlement control matter, use compactable, granular backfill (clean fill or crushed stone) rather than standard fill-dirt. Standard fill-dirt is fine for non-structural grade raising, but around utilities and foundations you should follow engineer or local code guidance and typically specify free-draining material and staged compaction. If you are unsure, our team can help you choose the right material for your project.

You can fill holes and low spots with fill-dirt to raise grade, but fill-dirt alone is not a reliable solution for improving drainage since it tends to hold moisture. For drainage solutions, place a porous aggregate at the bottom of the hole (gravel) and use fill-dirt only to finish grade where needed. Compact the fill in layers to minimize future settling.

A 20'x30' area raised 4 inches requires about 7.4 cubic yards of material (600 sq ft x 0.333 ft = 200 cu ft; 200/27 = 7.41 cu yd). Using an average conversion of roughly 1.2 tons per cubic yard, that equals about 8.9 tons; we recommend ordering 10% to 20% extra to allow for compaction and grading, so plan on about 8 to 11 tons. Ask us to calculate a precise quote based on local material density and delivery access.

Drivers may be able to perform tailgate spreading at their discretion and if it is safe and feasible; you can request it at checkout but the service is not guaranteed. Hello Gravel coordinates deliveries but does not promise white-glove spreading; for guaranteed spreading or finish grading, hire a local contractor and note that in your order notes so we can advise suppliers.

Fill-dirt comes in different blends—some include more topsoil or organic material while others are clean subsoil for compaction. For landscaping and lawn areas choose a loam or topsoil blend; for structural fill or under slabs choose compactable subsoil (clean fill). Tell us your project details and we will match you with a local supplier offering the right type for Greeneville conditions.

Standard delivery is 2+ business days after ordering, and next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an additional fee. Hello Gravel has a minimum order of 3 tons; exact lead times and fees depend on supplier availability and your delivery address, so check delivery options at checkout or call our team for faster scheduling.

Because Hello Gravel sources materials regionally, texture and color of fill-dirt can vary based on local geology and seasonal conditions, so materials may not match photos exactly. If you have a specific color or composition preference, add that to Order Notes and contact customer service before delivery so we can try to match a supplier; for quality issues, contact our team promptly for assistance and next steps.